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May 23 to May 29 Inspiring Opportunities is an e-mail from Coming of Age for people 50+ who are making a difference in the world, in their communities and in their lives. Inside: What's New Coming Soon Have We Got an Opportunity for You! Make-A-Difference Calendar This Week's Medicare Tip Past Issues What's New
Brain Fitness BoomingOlder Adults On the BeatTopics: Community Involvement, Older Adults Chinese Elders ShineTopics: Immigrants, Intergenerational Learning Coming Soon
Boomervision Comes to Delaware CountyBoomervision!® is coming to Delaware County! The program, to be held on June 18th at the Delaware County Community College, will feature a panel of experts on employment, lifelong learning, volunteerism and lifestyle choices. Supporters for this debut gathering are the Delaware County Community Foundation (DCCF), Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA), AARP PA, WHYY, United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania and Crozer-Keystone Health System. Free to WHYY and AARP members; $10 for non-members. To learn more about this event, and to register, click here. Have We Got an Opportunity for You!
National Constitution Center Wants a Civic EducatorType: Paid
If civic education excites you, then the position as the Director of Education at the National Constitution Center could be a good fit. The Education Director has overall responsibility for developing, implementing and evaluating an innovative curriculum-based program of civic education for students and teachers that capitalizes on the Center’s unique museum resources and its stature as a national civic forum. To learn more about this position, and to apply, click here. Keep This Historic Arboretum ThrivingType: Paid
Awbury Arboretum has an opening for a Director of Development. The Arboretum is composed of a 55- acre historic house and landscape located on the border of Germantown and East Mount Airy. Duties include grant research and writing, individual donor cultivation, and publications. The successful candidate will be detailed-oriented, computer savvy, an excellent writer, and organized. To learn more about this position and to apply, contact Executive Director Gerry Kaufman at (215) 849-2855, ext. 17. Animals in Need -- Need YouCategories: Animals, Community Outreach
Type: Unpaid
The Pennsylvania SPCA (PSPCA) has many volunteer opportunities for animal lovers. From walking dogs at the shelter, caring for cats and assisting with clerical work, to attending special events and handing out flyers across the city about the good work of PSPCA, there is a volunteer position for everyone. PSPCA also welcomes groups that are interested in working together to make a difference in the lives of animals in need. To learn more and to sign up, visit their website, or contact Stacey at (215) 426-6304, ext. 244 or by e-mail. Touching Lives Over 55Categories: Aging, Peer Counseling
If you are at least 55 and like working with people, this is a great volunteer opportunity for you. Lead discussion groups with people 55+ about life stories, health, and finding meaning after retirement at Journey's Way, a nonprofit organization that offers resources and programs for older adults. Meet new people, learn new skills, and help others. Training is provided; applications are being accepted for the August session. Call Aviva at (215) 487-1296 or email. Make-a-Difference Calendar
Saturday, May 23
Down and Dirty9:30 am at The Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia
Celebrate Black Writing11:00 am at 13th and Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Ritter Hall, Philadelphia
Sunday, May 24
Play Ball!10:00 am at Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia
Tuesday, May 26
Real Farmers, Real Food!8:00 am at Reading Terminal Market, 12th and Arch Sts., Philadelphia
Wednesday, May 27
Health and Fitness Day Beckons10:00 am at Independence Blue Cross, 1901 Market Street, Philadelphia
Discovering the Kimmel1:00 pm at The Kimmel Center, 260 South Broad Street, Philadelphia
Thursday, May 28
White Supremacy's Hold in America7:00 pm at Arch Street United Methodist Church, 55 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia
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