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This month's Untitled Final Friday features a creative takeover by local artist and activist Gregg Deal. Join us next Friday, July 27th from 6-10pm to experience "The Art of Protest" with a night of interactive art elements, film screenings, musical performances, food trucks and more. Photo courtesy of the artist. Untitled Final Friday Facebook event: http://bit.ly/2LtVdDv More information: http://bit.ly/2JApBKK

If you are a voter over the age of 50, congratulate yourself. You are a part of the age group most likely to vote at a state and national level. Of course, who to vote for is another question, and one AARP hopes to help answer.

They did it! We are open and delicious summer food starts now!

Green bean pickers!

Two generations of playful real person senior adult men USA military veterans are having fun – each pointing at their souvenir commemorative baseball hats. On the right, a 93 year old United States Army World War II and Korean Conflict US Air Force military veteran – on the left, his son-in-law – a 65 year old US Navy Vietnam War military veteran.

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DATE: July 18, 2018

AARP has announced the recipients of the 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including three projects in Idaho.

Communities across the nation are working each and every day to become more livable for residents of all ages.

Change always starts with a good idea and energy…and sometimes a little jump start! As a way to encourage and support grassroots action to make Burlington more livable, AARP Vermont is once again offering Community Action Grants to provide modest funding and technical support to community groups or individuals. The initiative is part of the Livable BTV, an AARP Vermont initiative aimed at preparing Burlington for the rapidly aging demographic shift – particularly in the areas of housing, mobility and community engagement. The deadline for applications is September 28, 2018.

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Virginia Beach, Virginia – Virginia residents reported 7,656 cases of identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission during 2017, yet a new AARP survey finds that almost half of consumers ignore experts’ recommendations to regularly shred their sensitive financial records.

New Politico/AARP poll reveals voters disapprove of lawmakers’ policies on Medicare and prescription drugs

AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including a recipient right here in the Granite State.  A total of $1.3 million will be distributed to fund 129 “quick action” projects across the country, helping communities make immediate improvements and jump-start long-term progress to support residents of all ages.

Communities across Illinois are working each and every day to become more livable for residents of all ages.

Communities across Indiana are working each and every day to become more livable for residents of all ages.

Today, AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including a recipient right here in Oklahoma.  The City of Vinita has been awarded $25,000 to fund an innovative downtown-area revitalization project, which greatly improves the safety and walkability of their historic Route 66 Main Street area.

Ribbon cutting event to celebrate week-long beautification project in Historic East Village

AARP Community Challenge Announces 3 Arkansas Recipients

Boston—Today, AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including three recipients right here in Massachusetts.  A total of $1.3 million will be distributed to fund 129 “quick action” projects across the country, helping communities make immediate improvements and jumpstart long-term progress to support residents of all ages. Nearly 1,600 applications were received from non-profits and government entities for the program, now in its second year. Each of the projects, which must be completed by November 5, is designed to achieve on one or more of the following outcomes:

Today, AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including two recipients right here in Wyoming. The AARP Community Challenge grant provides communities across the country with the chance to fund quick action projects that can inspire change in areas such as transportation, open spaces, housing, and other innovative ideas to improve communities and make them better places to live for all ages and abilities.

At AARP we know it takes time to build great communities, but we also believe that quick action can spark longer-term progress. The AARP Community Challenge grant provides communities across the country with the chance to fund quick action projects that can inspire change in areas such as transportation, open spaces, housing, and other innovative ideas to improve communities and make them better places to live for all ages and abilities.

[LANSING, MI]—AARP today announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including three recipients right here in Michigan.

Today, AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including three recipients in Connecticut.  A total of $1.3 million will be distributed to fund 129 “quick action” projects across the country, helping communities make immediate improvements and jumpstart long-term progress to support residents of all ages. Nearly 1,600 applications were received from non-profits and government entities for the program, now in its second year. Each of the projects, which must be completed by November 5, is designed to achieve on one or more of the following outcomes:

AARP Massachusetts is working together with Generations Incorporated, proud affiliate of AARP Experience CorpsSM, to give AARP members the chance to get involved in a special intergenerational mentoring program.  Generations Incorporated, a highly regarded 24 year-old nonprofit organization in Greater Boston, will match you with a child who needs help to develop his or her literacy skills.

Have you experienced the groundbreaking exhibition "Jeffrey Gibson: Like a Hammer" at the DAM yet? Only a few weeks remain to see this pivotal presentation of work by contemporary Native American artist Jeffrey Gibson in his first major museum exhibition. Public tours of "Jeffrey Gibson: Like a Hammer" occur every day from 2-2:45pm through the exhibition closing date of August 12. http://bit.ly/2rk4t4u

Join AARP Oklahoma, LIFE Senior Services, and Tulsa Police Department’s Senior Services Unit for the Life Senior Services Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair on Tuesday, July 24. The Senior Safety and Lifestyle Fair will feature 100+ exhibitors, as well as informational sessions, fitness demonstrations and health screenings. The free event will be held at Exchange Center at Expo Square 4145 E 21st St., Tulsa.

In support of that work, AARP is excited to be able to provide funding to organizations through the AARP Community Challenge to help them jumpstart progress on ongoing work. These “quick action” grants are being distributed to 129 organizations, with at least one in every state, Washington D.C, and Puerto Rico, including right here in North Carolina.  The Community Challenge grants provide communities with the chance to fund innovative projects that can inspire change in areas such as transportation, open spaces, housing, and other innovative projects to improve the community and make North Carolina’s counties, cities, towns and rural areas better places to live for all residents.

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CLACKAMAS —AARP awarded more than $25,000 to three Oregon community projects with Community Challenge Grants. “These are ‘quick-action’ projects that spark change in local communities,” said state director Jerry Cohen. The grant program, now in its second year, is part of AARP’s nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which aims to make communities great places to live for everyone.

Seeking to reinvent herself after retiring, Chandra Marshall-Henson visited AARP conventions and events for inspiration. After attending a Zumba class taught by an instructor in her 80s, she found that inspiration. She gained the confidence to share her love for dancing.

Break out your favorite team jersey and join AARP on Sunday, July 22, 2018, at the WFAN Jeep Yankees Radio Network FanFest at Macombs Dam Park E. 157 St & W. 161 St Bronx, NY 10451, right across from Yankee Stadium, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., just before the Yankees-Mets Subway Series finale.

The Jackson City Council voted unanimously Tuesday for a resolution to engage in the AARP/World Health Organization Age-Friendly Cities and Communities Network.

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Enjoy a day at the park with AARP on Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Junta Hispana, one of New York City’s most popular celebrations of Hispanic traditions! Come to take part in activities and explore food from more than 20 countries as well as a full day on-stage performances, health experts, screenings and vendors sampling products.

We are back from a glorious vacation and gettin ready for dinner! Summer food! It starts at 5:30 tomorrow!

Start your dining experience with our Blue Crab Cake, accompanied by Shrimp Mousseline Squash Blossom, Cucumber-Basil Hollandaise and a Fresno Rouille.

Gov. Parsons Signs CARE Act

AARP Wyoming has compiled a list of data for the state regarding registered voters and categorizing the numbers for each district in the House and Senate. The numbers for the 60 districts in the House and the 30 districts in the Senate include: the total population for the district, the population of the 50+, the estimated number of AARP members, and the total number of registered voters in the district.

Join AARP for a free hands-on workshop, and learn how to get the most from your mobile devices. All participants will get hands-on experience with devices, and a free touchscreen stylus pen. Register today – seating is limited!

With New Mexico’s sunny skies and wide open spaces, many people think that cycling would be a great outdoor activity but wonder how to get started, what kind of bike to get and how to stay safe.

Are you up to speed on the rules of the road?

Join AARP in Missouri on Wednesday, July 18, at 10:00 am for a live tele-town hall event about voter engagement with Secretary of State, Jay Ashcroft.

Picture of man hands forming a hear patterned with the gay pride flag, with a retro effect

Paulette Martin, left, visits with her mother, Joyce Martin, at a program for people with dementia. — Photo by Yoon S. Byun

7/18 Scam Alert Bulletin Board:

Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care is seeking volunteers to join our team.  Volunteer training is provided, as well as ongoing support and education opportunities to be sure you feel ready and equipped to help our patients. Hours are flexible, depending on your schedule. Join a growing network of volunteers providing this critical support and find out what they have learned . . . it’s indescribably rewarding and life transforming! Contact Linda Freund at lfreund@seasons.org or 720-504-1309 for more information.

Join us at the “Todos Juntos” New York Red Bulls game on Sunday, September 30, 2018.

The Santa Fe Business Improvement District invites you to celebrate new public art installments in the Art District on Santa Fe this Friday! View these projects and meet the artists on July 20, 5 to 8:30 p.m., at the Event Gallery at 910Arts. This project was made possible by a P.S. You Are Here matching grant awarded in 2017 through Denver Arts & Venues. DETAILS → https://bit.ly/2L5C5Q4