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This Week's Events

Free
Wed, October 11 EDT
11:00AM EDT / 10:00AM CDT / 9:00AM MDT / 8:00AM PDT

Introduction to Social Media

Online

Learn about some of the more popular social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.
Free
Wed, October 11 EDT
3:00PM EDT / 2:00PM CDT / 1:00PM MDT / 12:00PM PDT

Finding Community with SPC

Online

In this demo, learn about Senior Planet's ad-free social media site.
Free
Fri, October 13 EDT
11:00AM EDT / 10:00AM CDT / 9:00AM MDT / 8:00AM PDT

Introduction to TikTok

Online

This presentation will introduce you to TikTok, its rise to global popularity, and most common features, including privacy settings.
Free
Fri, October 13 EDT
12:30PM EDT / 11:30AM CDT / 10:30AM MDT / 9:30AM PDT

Social Media for Job Searches

Online

In this lecture, we’ll discuss ways to make sure social media helps you when you’re looking for work!
Free
Thu, October 19 EDT
3:00PM EDT / 2:00PM CDT / 1:00PM MDT / 12:00PM PDT

Instagram Privacy

Online

In this demonstration, we'll explore Instagram's privacy options for both public and private accounts!
Free
Tue, October 24 EDT
12:00PM EDT / 11:00AM CDT / 10:00AM MDT / 9:00AM PDT

Digital Legacy at a Glance

Online

Will your digital content and social media pages live on forever? Come learn about your digital legacy options!
Free
Wed, October 25 EDT
3:00PM EDT / 2:00PM CDT / 1:00PM MDT / 12:00PM PDT

Facebook

Online

This lecture offers an overview of Facebook’s evolution, its most popular features, and tips for getting in on the action.
Free
Thu, November 2 EDT
3:00PM EDT / 2:00PM CDT / 1:00PM MDT / 12:00PM PDT

Instagram Posts & Stories

Online

Move over Facebook – we’re creating posts and stories on Instagram!

Articles About Technology

Technology

Tech: The Internet of Things

The Internet of Things (IoT) now includes smart toilets and smart kitty litter boxes! Here's the latest in this technology.
Ask The Techspert: Tech Resources for older adults.
Technology

Ask The Techspert: Your Guide to Senior Planet Resources

Are you familiar with all of Senior Planet's Tech resources for older adults? This article covers most of them and their links.
Technology

Tech: Giggle With Google on Its Birthday!

Discover Google’s fun side and play games, perform tricks, get answers to silly questions, charm your grandchildren with animal sounds and so much more.
Life & Culture

Lives of the Winged and Furry: Wildlife Cams

Why watch TV when you can browse live streaming video of elephants, pandas, or other animals at play. Tell us your favorites!
Senior Planet - Ask The Techspert: Augmented Reality vs. Virtual Reality
Technology

Ask The Techspert: Augmented Reality vs. Virtual Reality

Learn the difference between Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality...and about the Senior Planet resources to help you explore both.
Technology

Picture Perfect: Free Photo-Editing Tools

Check out these free tools to bring out your photos’ full potential.

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