Join Anchorage volunteers for brain health, free movie screenings, and more!
Posted on 04/09/25
The AARP Anchorage Community Action Team is a dedicated group of local volunteers, committed to making Anchorage a place where people can comfortably age in their own homes. Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: Be social, Engage your brain, Manage stress, Ongoing exercise, Restful sleep, and Eating for health.
This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.
Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like Thelma and Beetlejuice. This June, they will host a free screening of Karate Kids Legends. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.
In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register here). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!
Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.
In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.
Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that here. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.
Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).
AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at pcurtis@aarp.org.
This story is provided by AARP Alaska. Visit the AARP Alaska page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.
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"Resource/aarp2_master.footer.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Join Anchorage volunteers for brain health, free movie screenings, and more!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Anchorage Community Action Team is a dedicated group of local volunteers, committed to making Anchorage a place where people can comfortably age in their own homes. Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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"/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, 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'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-suburban', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => 'News from AARP', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 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(int) 11 => '279', (int) 12 => '280', (int) 13 => '281', (int) 14 => '282', (int) 15 => '283', (int) 16 => '284', (int) 17 => '285', (int) 18 => '287', (int) 19 => '288', (int) 20 => '289', (int) 21 => '290', (int) 22 => '46323' ) ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. 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Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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'/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'all', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state}', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-suburban', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => 'News from AARP', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => '{local_city_hl}-{local_state_l}-state', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Massachusetts', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Springfield', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 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'county' => 'Hampden', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -72.585098266602, (int) 1 => (float) 42.102600097656 ), 'latitude' => (float) 42.102600097656, 'longitude' => (float) -72.585098266602, 'city_state' => 'Springfield, MA', 'city_state_search' => 'Springfield MA,Spfld MA,SPFLD (LONG) MA,Springfeild MA', 'pilot_name' => 'Springfield', 'pilot_sef_url' => '', 'community_id' => (int) 0, 'community_name' => null, 'community_state' => null, 'community_region' => null, 'brightspot_region' => null, 'title' => 'Springfield, MA', 'subtitle' => '', 'tracking_code_town' => 'SPRINGFIELD', 'tracking_code_state' => 'MA', 'ad_state' => 'ma', 'ad_city' => 'springfield', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '01101', 'sef_url' => 'springfield-ma', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/springfield-ma/', 'alt_names' => 'Springfield,Spfld,SPFLD (LONG),Springfeild', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '01101', (int) 1 => '01102', (int) 2 => 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(int) 11 => '279', (int) 12 => '280', (int) 13 => '281', (int) 14 => '282', (int) 15 => '283', (int) 16 => '284', (int) 17 => '285', (int) 18 => '287', (int) 19 => '288', (int) 20 => '289', (int) 21 => '290', (int) 22 => '46323' ) ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. 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"Resource/aarp2_master.footer.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Join Anchorage volunteers for brain health, free movie screenings, and more!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Anchorage Community Action Team is a dedicated group of local volunteers, committed to making Anchorage a place where people can comfortably age in their own homes. Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr680edd17da587-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: 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CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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"Resource/aarp2_master.bodyTargeting.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Join Anchorage volunteers for brain health, free movie screenings, and more!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Anchorage Community Action Team is a dedicated group of local volunteers, committed to making Anchorage a place where people can comfortably age in their own homes. Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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'/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'all', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state}', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-suburban', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => 'News from AARP', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => '{local_city_hl}-{local_state_l}-state', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Massachusetts', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Springfield', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 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'county' => 'Hampden', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -72.585098266602, (int) 1 => (float) 42.102600097656 ), 'latitude' => (float) 42.102600097656, 'longitude' => (float) -72.585098266602, 'city_state' => 'Springfield, MA', 'city_state_search' => 'Springfield MA,Spfld MA,SPFLD (LONG) MA,Springfeild MA', 'pilot_name' => 'Springfield', 'pilot_sef_url' => '', 'community_id' => (int) 0, 'community_name' => null, 'community_state' => null, 'community_region' => null, 'brightspot_region' => null, 'title' => 'Springfield, MA', 'subtitle' => '', 'tracking_code_town' => 'SPRINGFIELD', 'tracking_code_state' => 'MA', 'ad_state' => 'ma', 'ad_city' => 'springfield', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '01101', 'sef_url' => 'springfield-ma', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/springfield-ma/', 'alt_names' => 'Springfield,Spfld,SPFLD (LONG),Springfeild', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '01101', (int) 1 => '01102', (int) 2 => 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(int) 11 => '279', (int) 12 => '280', (int) 13 => '281', (int) 14 => '282', (int) 15 => '283', (int) 16 => '284', (int) 17 => '285', (int) 18 => '287', (int) 19 => '288', (int) 20 => '289', (int) 21 => '290', (int) 22 => '46323' ) ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. 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Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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#007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr680edd17da587-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} 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'sef_url' => 'indian-orchard-ma' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Ludlow', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'ludlow-ma' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Holyoke', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'holyoke-ma' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Westfield', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'westfield-ma' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Wilbraham', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'wilbraham-ma' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Suffield', 'state' => 'CT', 'sef_url' => 'suffield-ct' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Enfield', 'state' => 'CT', 'sef_url' => 'enfield-ct' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'springfield-ma', (int) 1 => 'w-springfield-ma', (int) 2 => 'longmeadow-ma', (int) 3 => 'west-springfield-ma', (int) 4 => 'east-longmeadow-ma', (int) 5 => 'agawam-ma', (int) 6 => 'chicopee-ma', (int) 7 => 'feeding-hills-ma', (int) 8 => 'indian-orchard-ma', (int) 9 => 'ludlow-ma', (int) 10 => 'holyoke-ma', (int) 11 => 'westfield-ma', (int) 12 => 'wilbraham-ma', (int) 13 => 'suffield-ct', (int) 14 => 'enfield-ct', (int) 15 => 'hampden-ma', (int) 16 => 'somersville-ct', (int) 17 => 'west-suffield-ct', (int) 18 => 'southwick-ma', (int) 19 => 'somers-ct', (int) 20 => 'south-hadley-ma', (int) 21 => 'granby-ma', (int) 22 => 'southampton-ma', (int) 23 => 'three-rivers-ma', (int) 24 => 'easthampton-ma', (int) 25 => 'windsor-locks-ct' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'all', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state}', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-suburban', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => 'News from AARP', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => '{local_city_hl}-{local_state_l}-state', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Massachusetts', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Springfield', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/MA?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGMA-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Massachusetts', 'contactus_email' => 'MA@aarp.org', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-aarp-massachusetts/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPMA', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/AARPMA', 'state_contract_id' => '56008', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/massachusetts.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/massachusetts/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/massachusetts/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5819664288001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-masachusetts-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ma-2020-08-18.html', 'State_Label' => 'Massachusetts'', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-massachusetts-ma-2021-02-05.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'boston-ma', 'instagram_link' => 'aarpmassachusetts', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/massachusetts/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/massachusetts/elecciones-guia-para-votar', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/Massachusetts.pdf', 'full_state' => 'Massachusetts', 'county' => 'Hampden', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -72.585098266602, (int) 1 => (float) 42.102600097656 ), 'latitude' => (float) 42.102600097656, 'longitude' => (float) -72.585098266602, 'city_state' => 'Springfield, MA', 'city_state_search' => 'Springfield MA,Spfld MA,SPFLD (LONG) MA,Springfeild MA', 'pilot_name' => 'Springfield', 'pilot_sef_url' => '', 'community_id' => (int) 0, 'community_name' => null, 'community_state' => null, 'community_region' => null, 'brightspot_region' => null, 'title' => 'Springfield, MA', 'subtitle' => '', 'tracking_code_town' => 'SPRINGFIELD', 'tracking_code_state' => 'MA', 'ad_state' => 'ma', 'ad_city' => 'springfield', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '01101', 'sef_url' => 'springfield-ma', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/springfield-ma/', 'alt_names' => 'Springfield,Spfld,SPFLD (LONG),Springfeild', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '01101', (int) 1 => '01102', (int) 2 => '01103', (int) 3 => '01104', (int) 4 => '01105', (int) 5 => '01106', (int) 6 => '01107', (int) 7 => '01108', (int) 8 => '01109', (int) 9 => '01111', (int) 10 => '01115', (int) 11 => '01118', (int) 12 => '01119', (int) 13 => '01128', (int) 14 => '01129', (int) 15 => '01133', (int) 16 => '01138', (int) 17 => '01139', (int) 18 => '01144', (int) 19 => '01151', (int) 20 => '01152', (int) 21 => '01195', (int) 22 => '01199' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'springfield-ma', (int) 1 => 'spfld-ma', (int) 2 => 'spfld-long-ma', (int) 3 => 'springfeild-ma', (int) 4 => 'brightwood-ma', (int) 5 => 'mass-mutual-life-ins-co-ma', (int) 6 => 'bay-state-w-tower-ma', (int) 7 => 'indian-orch-ma', (int) 8 => 'indian-orchard-ma', (int) 9 => 'baystate-medical-ma', (int) 10 => 'longmeadow-ma' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '266', (int) 1 => '267', (int) 2 => '268', (int) 3 => '269', (int) 4 => '270', (int) 5 => '272', (int) 6 => '273', (int) 7 => '274', (int) 8 => '275', (int) 9 => '276', (int) 10 => '278', (int) 11 => '279', (int) 12 => '280', (int) 13 => '281', (int) 14 => '282', (int) 15 => '283', (int) 16 => '284', (int) 17 => '285', (int) 18 => '287', (int) 19 => '288', (int) 20 => '289', (int) 21 => '290', (int) 22 => '46323' ) ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? 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Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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"Resource/aarp2_master.bodyTargeting.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Join Anchorage volunteers for brain health, free movie screenings, and more!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Anchorage Community Action Team is a dedicated group of local volunteers, committed to making Anchorage a place where people can comfortably age in their own homes. Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr680edd17da587-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: 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CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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"Resource/aarp2_master.resource.footer.root.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Join Anchorage volunteers for brain health, free movie screenings, and more!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Anchorage Community Action Team is a dedicated group of local volunteers, committed to making Anchorage a place where people can comfortably age in their own homes. Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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'/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'all', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state}', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-suburban', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => 'News from AARP', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => '{local_city_hl}-{local_state_l}-state', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Massachusetts', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Springfield', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 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'county' => 'Hampden', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -72.585098266602, (int) 1 => (float) 42.102600097656 ), 'latitude' => (float) 42.102600097656, 'longitude' => (float) -72.585098266602, 'city_state' => 'Springfield, MA', 'city_state_search' => 'Springfield MA,Spfld MA,SPFLD (LONG) MA,Springfeild MA', 'pilot_name' => 'Springfield', 'pilot_sef_url' => '', 'community_id' => (int) 0, 'community_name' => null, 'community_state' => null, 'community_region' => null, 'brightspot_region' => null, 'title' => 'Springfield, MA', 'subtitle' => '', 'tracking_code_town' => 'SPRINGFIELD', 'tracking_code_state' => 'MA', 'ad_state' => 'ma', 'ad_city' => 'springfield', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '01101', 'sef_url' => 'springfield-ma', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/springfield-ma/', 'alt_names' => 'Springfield,Spfld,SPFLD (LONG),Springfeild', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '01101', (int) 1 => '01102', (int) 2 => 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(int) 11 => '279', (int) 12 => '280', (int) 13 => '281', (int) 14 => '282', (int) 15 => '283', (int) 16 => '284', (int) 17 => '285', (int) 18 => '287', (int) 19 => '288', (int) 20 => '289', (int) 21 => '290', (int) 22 => '46323' ) ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. 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Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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#007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr680edd17da587-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} 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'sef_url' => 'indian-orchard-ma' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Ludlow', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'ludlow-ma' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Holyoke', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'holyoke-ma' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Westfield', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'westfield-ma' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Wilbraham', 'state' => 'MA', 'sef_url' => 'wilbraham-ma' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Suffield', 'state' => 'CT', 'sef_url' => 'suffield-ct' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Enfield', 'state' => 'CT', 'sef_url' => 'enfield-ct' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'springfield-ma', (int) 1 => 'w-springfield-ma', (int) 2 => 'longmeadow-ma', (int) 3 => 'west-springfield-ma', (int) 4 => 'east-longmeadow-ma', (int) 5 => 'agawam-ma', (int) 6 => 'chicopee-ma', (int) 7 => 'feeding-hills-ma', (int) 8 => 'indian-orchard-ma', (int) 9 => 'ludlow-ma', (int) 10 => 'holyoke-ma', (int) 11 => 'westfield-ma', (int) 12 => 'wilbraham-ma', (int) 13 => 'suffield-ct', (int) 14 => 'enfield-ct', (int) 15 => 'hampden-ma', (int) 16 => 'somersville-ct', (int) 17 => 'west-suffield-ct', (int) 18 => 'southwick-ma', (int) 19 => 'somers-ct', (int) 20 => 'south-hadley-ma', (int) 21 => 'granby-ma', (int) 22 => 'southampton-ma', (int) 23 => 'three-rivers-ma', (int) 24 => 'easthampton-ma', (int) 25 => 'windsor-locks-ct' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'all', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state}', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-suburban', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => 'News from AARP', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => '{local_city_hl}-{local_state_l}-state', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Massachusetts', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Springfield', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/MA?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGMA-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Massachusetts', 'contactus_email' => 'MA@aarp.org', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-aarp-massachusetts/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPMA', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/AARPMA', 'state_contract_id' => '56008', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/massachusetts.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/massachusetts/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/massachusetts/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5819664288001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-masachusetts-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ma-2020-08-18.html', 'State_Label' => 'Massachusetts'', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-massachusetts-ma-2021-02-05.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'boston-ma', 'instagram_link' => 'aarpmassachusetts', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/massachusetts/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/massachusetts/elecciones-guia-para-votar', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/Massachusetts.pdf', 'full_state' => 'Massachusetts', 'county' => 'Hampden', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -72.585098266602, (int) 1 => (float) 42.102600097656 ), 'latitude' => (float) 42.102600097656, 'longitude' => (float) -72.585098266602, 'city_state' => 'Springfield, MA', 'city_state_search' => 'Springfield MA,Spfld MA,SPFLD (LONG) MA,Springfeild MA', 'pilot_name' => 'Springfield', 'pilot_sef_url' => '', 'community_id' => (int) 0, 'community_name' => null, 'community_state' => null, 'community_region' => null, 'brightspot_region' => null, 'title' => 'Springfield, MA', 'subtitle' => '', 'tracking_code_town' => 'SPRINGFIELD', 'tracking_code_state' => 'MA', 'ad_state' => 'ma', 'ad_city' => 'springfield', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '01101', 'sef_url' => 'springfield-ma', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/springfield-ma/', 'alt_names' => 'Springfield,Spfld,SPFLD (LONG),Springfeild', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '01101', (int) 1 => '01102', (int) 2 => '01103', (int) 3 => '01104', (int) 4 => '01105', (int) 5 => '01106', (int) 6 => '01107', (int) 7 => '01108', (int) 8 => '01109', (int) 9 => '01111', (int) 10 => '01115', (int) 11 => '01118', (int) 12 => '01119', (int) 13 => '01128', (int) 14 => '01129', (int) 15 => '01133', (int) 16 => '01138', (int) 17 => '01139', (int) 18 => '01144', (int) 19 => '01151', (int) 20 => '01152', (int) 21 => '01195', (int) 22 => '01199' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'springfield-ma', (int) 1 => 'spfld-ma', (int) 2 => 'spfld-long-ma', (int) 3 => 'springfeild-ma', (int) 4 => 'brightwood-ma', (int) 5 => 'mass-mutual-life-ins-co-ma', (int) 6 => 'bay-state-w-tower-ma', (int) 7 => 'indian-orch-ma', (int) 8 => 'indian-orchard-ma', (int) 9 => 'baystate-medical-ma', (int) 10 => 'longmeadow-ma' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '266', (int) 1 => '267', (int) 2 => '268', (int) 3 => '269', (int) 4 => '270', (int) 5 => '272', (int) 6 => '273', (int) 7 => '274', (int) 8 => '275', (int) 9 => '276', (int) 10 => '278', (int) 11 => '279', (int) 12 => '280', (int) 13 => '281', (int) 14 => '282', (int) 15 => '283', (int) 16 => '284', (int) 17 => '285', (int) 18 => '287', (int) 19 => '288', (int) 20 => '289', (int) 21 => '290', (int) 22 => '46323' ) ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? 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Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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"Resource/aarp2_master.resource.footer.root.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Join Anchorage volunteers for brain health, free movie screenings, and more!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Anchorage Community Action Team is a dedicated group of local volunteers, committed to making Anchorage a place where people can comfortably age in their own homes. Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr680edd17da587-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: 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CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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Their primary focus is on sharing valuable information on maintaining brain health developed by AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. Their presentations use the mnemonic device “BE MORE” to help people remember the six pillars of brain health: <b>B</b>e social, <b>E</b>ngage your brain, <b>M</b>anage stress, <b>O</b>ngoing exercise, <b>R</b>estful sleep, and <b>E</b>ating for health.<br><br>This volunteer team works on several projects to educate and engage Anchorage residents, from free movie screenings to financial fitness and local advocacy.<br><br>Once a quarter, the Anchorage AARP Community Action Volunteer Team hosts free movie screenings at the Tikahtnu theater. Over the past year, we have delighted audiences with free showings of new movies like <i>Thelma</i> and <i>Beetlejuice</i>. This June, they will host a free screening of <i>Karate Kids Legends</i>. AARP members are welcome to invite guests to these special events. In addition to enjoying a great movie, attendees receive valuable information on topics like brain health, fraud prevention, aging at home, and more. These events offer the opportunity to enjoy a free movie night while staying informed on important issues.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/a2/20/2996fcb64bca81c33077adf2b963/anc1.jpg" alt="AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikatnu Theater during a Movies for Grownups event." width="617" height="464"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP volunteers and staff pose in Anchorage's Tikahtnu Theater during a 2024 Movies for Grownups event.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>In addition to their brain health initiatives, the team is helping Anchorage residents protect their financial futures. On May 19, they are hosting a free document shredding event at the Loussac Library (register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ScamSlamShredAnchorage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>). Come learn how to protect your finances while safely disposing of old documents! Later this year, the group will host the 2nd Annual Anchorage Financial Fitness Fair. That event will also feature free document shredding services. The fair will be held on September 9; save the date!<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/26/1e/8644f38e4906a8014415b221144a/anc2.jpg" alt="Two women pose in front of Valentine's Day decorations with flowers." width="366" height="485"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">AARP Alaska volunteer state president Madeline Holdorf led the 2025 Cupid Crew, delivering roses and cards to local senior centers and assisted living facilities.</figcaption> </figure> </div> </div><p>Anchorage volunteers also spread joy by delivering Valentine’s Day cards and roses to seniors. In 2025, the group delivered 200 cards to residents at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, Turnagain Social Club, and Chugach/Eagle River Senior Center.<br><br>In 2024, they hosted a state legislative candidate forum, providing Anchorage seniors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their candidates before the election.<br><br>Since 2021, a devoted group of Anchorage AARP volunteers embarked on a mission to make Anchorage a more age-friendly community for people of all ages. This small but mighty team has held listening sessions across Anchorage to understand the changes residents want to see. After two years of gathering input, they created an action plan that includes initiatives to improve public spaces, enhance accessibility in public buildings, and address transportation needs. You can learn more about that <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://livablemap.aarp.org/member/anchorage-ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>. They are also collaborating with the Mayor and Assembly to increase affordable and accessible housing. Already, the group’s advocacy has resulted in the installation of a crosswalk between senior housing and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/df/34/fa4b833842f0bef12d9ef7330d1d/anc3.jpg" alt="ANC3.jpg" width="855" height="641"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>Over the years, these dedicated volunteers have brought national experts to share information with city leaders and the public, provided input on several city plans to improve parks, trails, and transportation in Anchorage. They also regularly participate in meetings of the AMATS Technical Advisory Board, the Anchorage Recreational Trails Plan Community Advisory Group, and the Alaska Active Transportation Coalition (AATC).<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/34/a3ca778f434c9700be4c4ebd73c4/anc4.jpg" alt="ANC4.jpg" width="715" height="540"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP Alaska would like to thank the volunteers of the Anchorage Community Action Team and the Age Friendly Leadership Team for their time and dedication to improving the lives of seniors living in Anchorage. If you are interested in joining one of these volunteer groups or hosting a brain health presentation, contact Patrick Curtis at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:pcurtis@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcurtis@aarp.org</a></span></span>.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Alaska. 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CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Springfield</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-hartford-ct-c35277.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-WEST-HARTFORD-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: West Hartford Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">West Hartford Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">West Hartford, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-ellington-ct-c35487.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ELLINGTON-SENIOR-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Ellington Senior Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Ellington Senior Center</p> <p class="loc">Ellington, CT</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-south-windsor-ct-c35400.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-CHARLES-N-ENES-COMMUNITY-CENTER">AARP Smart Driver™: Charles N. Enes Community Center</a></h2> <p class="time">Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue">Charles N. Enes Community Center</p> <p class="loc">South Windsor, CT</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-SPRINGFIELD-MA">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; 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max-width: 340px !important; margin: 0 0 20px 20px; } } :root { --primaryColor: #ff1e3c; --primaryTextColor: #2a2a2a; --linkTextColor: #1f66bd; --linkHoverColor: #1f66bd; --secondaryTextColor: #000000; --secondaryColor2: #000000; --secondaryColor3: #000000; --secondaryColor4: #000000; --secondaryColor5: #000000; --black: #000000; --white: #ffffff; --grey: #f0efed; --gridGutters: 30px; --modulePadding: 60px; --pageWidth: 86.11%; --maxPageWidth: 1240px; --horizontalAlignment: center; --fontFamily: 'Roboto', sans-serif; --headerBackgroundColor:#000000; --headerTextColor:#FFFFFF; --headerHeight:50px; --footerbackgroundColor:#000000; --footerTextColor:#918883; }' $highlighting = '' $location = '<a href="/springfield-ma/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HOME">Springfield, MA</a>' $no_header = false $header_title = '<a href="/springfield-ma/happenings/">News Feed</a>' $header_subtitle = '' $isPR = false $navbar = '<nav class="section" role="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="collapse"> <div class="section-toggle">Sections <i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></div> <ul class="secondary-menu" id="secondary-menu" role="menu" aria-busy="true"> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/springfield-ma/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HOME" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Home</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/springfield-ma/aarp-events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-OLE" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Events</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/springfield-ma/things-to-do/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-TTD" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-THINGSTODO">Things to Do</a></li> <li role="presentation" class="active"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/springfield-ma/happenings/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-NF" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HAPPENINGS">News Feed</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/springfield-ma/volunteering/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-VOL" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-VOLUNTEERING">Volunteering</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/springfield-ma/local-resources/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LR" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-LOCALRESOURCES">State & Local Resources</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/springfield-ma/movies/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MFG" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MOVIESFORGROWNUPS">Movies for Grownups</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class="more nosep d-none " id="submenu-more"> <span role="menuitem" class="menuitem" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MORE">More<i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></span> <ul class="secondary-submenu animate slide-in" id="secondary-submenu"> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/springfield-ma/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HC">Home & Community</a> </li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/springfield-ma/discounts/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LO" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-OFFERS">Local Offers</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/springfield-ma/jobs/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-WJ" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-WORK&JOBS">Work & Jobs</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/springfield-ma/events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-CC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Community Calendar</a></li> <!-- <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/springfield-ma/healthy-living/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HEALTHY_LIVING" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HEALTHY_LIVING">Healthy Living</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/springfield-ma/arts-entertainment/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-ARTS_ENT" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-ARTS_ENT">Arts & Entertainment</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/springfield-ma/museums/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MUSEUMS" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MUSEUMS">Museums</a></li> --> </ul> </li> </ul> </nav>' $header_custom = '' $breadcrumbs = array( (int) 0 => array( 'title' => 'News Feed', 'slug' => 'happenings' ) ) $row = array( 'title' => 'Back to News Feed', 'slug' => 'happenings' ) $i = (int) 0include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244 include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118