Social Media Resources

Get social media savvy with Senior Planet from AARP. Join us for live lectures on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and more!

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Thursday, April 9
2:30 PM UTC

Digital Legacy at a Glance

Will your digital content and social media pages live on forever? Come learn about your digital legacy options!

Trainer:
Saily M Gutierrez
Thursday, April 9
7:00 PM UTC

Facebook

Facebook can be a great way to connect with old friends, share life updates, and join social groups. Learn more about the popular platform.

Trainer:
Zeke Tijerina
Thursday, April 9
8:30 PM UTC

Getting Started with Instagram Live Demo

Instagram is a fun way to socialize and get inspired. Come learn how to post, follow, and navigate the Instagram app with confidence.

Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez
Monday, April 13
2:30 PM UTC

Digital Storytelling

Digital storytelling is the modern day scrapbook. Give your inner story-teller a boost with these digital tools!

Trainer:
Saily M Gutierrez
Monday, April 13
4:00 PM UTC

Meetup

Find new friends and community with help from the online platform known as Meetup!

Trainer:
Saily M Gutierrez

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April 5, 2026By Virge
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Open Thread Update: We Hate Adult-Proof Packaging

Readers join Virge in a rant-fest about adult-proof packaging, and share their peeves about unopenable jam jars, ice cream tubs, soap dispensers and more. What’s your solution?

April 2, 2026By Virge
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Streaming and Your Favorite Baseball Team

What’s a fan to do when there are seven different broadcasters and streaming services showing baseball games this year? Get the score with our Senior Planet guide.

March 28, 2026By Eric Goldschein
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Introducing Her Space 🌸: A New Community for Women on Senior Planet

Senior Planet Community celebrates its 50th group with Her Space 🌸 – a private community where women can connect, share, and support one another.

March 26, 2026By Jonathan Ushindi Zaluke
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Get Social – and Play!

Canasta, Bridge, Backgammon—these classic games have been bringing people together for years for some friendly competition and camaraderie.

March 23, 2026By Jennifer Juergens Thomas

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