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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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The Mirowitz Center is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with Senior Planet from AARP and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this licensing testimonial.
In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program!
All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register online (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email program@mirowitzcenter.org, or call 314-733-9813.
The Mirowitz Center is located at 8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration CLICK HERE.
Sign up today!
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INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE
Monday, December 2
12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)
Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.
To register online, click here.
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NAVIGATING YOUTUBE
Tuesday, December 17
2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)
Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.
To register online, click here.
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INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)
Wednesday, December 18
12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)
With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.
To register online, click here.
Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!
Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:
Monday, Dec 2, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. CT
Mirowitz Center
St. Louis, MO
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 at 8:45 a.m. CT
Various Locations around St. Louis. Event will start at Shrewbury Metro Link Station
Hybrid (Attend Online or In-Person)
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. CT
Washington State Park
De Soto, MO
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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:<br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#onlineclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Online classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#inpersonclasses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In-Person classes</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Original articles for older adults</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#spc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Our social media platform Senior Planet Community – exclusive to seniors</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/#resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional resources, like tech tip videos, how to use Zoom, and more!</a></span></span></li></ul><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://oats.org/licensing-map/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check us out today!</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$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">Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d8/d2/dab3e276462cbd94fa79c9795fe2/spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" alt="spec-nyc-center-640x424.jpeg" width="640" height="424" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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max-width: 300px; max-height: 250px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The Mirowitz Center is partnering with <b><i>Senior Planet from AARP</i></b> to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with <i>Senior Planet from AARP</i> and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foats.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FOATS_Licensing_Joan-Denison_r3.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815316211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IYqJ3rGzqAQh06%2BmJ4D9TX0jxSfzaXjT7xNfYCxW9%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>licensing testimonia</b>l</a></span></span>.<br><br>In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program! <br><br>All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschedulesplus.com%2Fcovplace%2Fkiosk%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJRose%40aarp.org%7C346089b6487345fd94e708dc96aac1e2%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C638550909815329435%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gnngEQxLe7WBucsBL6hjjY%2B5hUPZCTVTQOGoM8I2VNw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>online</b></a></span></span> (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:program@mirowitzcenter.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>program@mirowitzcenter.org</b></a></span></span>, or call 314-733-9813.<br><br>The Mirowitz Center is located at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mirowitz+Center/@38.6861798,-90.4065374,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x29223f6f3f4540b:0x7c899a45913c5c42!8m2!3d38.6861798!4d-90.4065374!16s%2Fg%2F11k3_vykys?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146</a></span></span>. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://mirowitzcenter.org/classes-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></span></span>.<br><br>Sign up today!<br><br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTERNET OF THINGS: HEALTHCARE</b><br><b>Monday, December 2</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explores cutting-edge devices from smart hearing aids to ingestible sensors, as well as popular telehealth apps! No cost to register, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342204&detail_id=4999256&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>NAVIGATING YOUTUBE</b><br><b>Tuesday, December 17</b><br><b>2:00 - 3:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>Do you associate YouTube with only silly cat videos? Fact is, people around the world watch more than one billion hours of video every day, including classic movies, how-to videos, news clips, and more. Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum provides an overview of free content on YouTube, plus how to navigate the site with ease. You’ll also get tips for viewing and sharing others’ videos, and learn about uploading your own. No cost to attend, but RSVP is required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=341746&detail_id=4995968&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br><br><b>INTRO TO X (FORMERLY TWITTER)</b><br><b>Wednesday, December 18</b><br><b>12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)</b><br><br>With Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison, learn about X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. A popular source for on-the-ground, breaking news coverage, as well as updates from public figures and more. Come review the basics in this introductory class – from searching and following to posting and hashtags. No cost to register, but RSVP required.<br><br>To register online, click <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://schedulesplus.com/covplace/kiosk/dspEvent.do?from=calendar&fr=&dt=2024-12-01&event_id=342114&detail_id=4998858&fr=&mb=&fromfilter=%26status%3DActive%26showend%3D%26showlist%3D%26calfontsize%3D%26filterschedule_id%3D%26filterresource_id%3D%26filtersite%3D%26filtercategory%3D%26varlines%3D%26thissearch%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><br><br>Please check this webpage often! New classes coming in 2025!<br><br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://seniorplanet.org/welcome/" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/47/da/d9a5762a47bb999f8da9d96aaad3/seniorplanet-rgb-p-footer-960x165.png" alt="SENIORPLANET_RGB_P-footer-960x165.png" width="960" height="165" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px; max-height: 300px;"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p>Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. 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