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Celebrate connection, creativity, and purpose at events designed especially for our community. Join inspiring gatherings that spark joy, meaningful conversation, and new possibilities at every stage of life.

September 3, 2026 – AARP IL – Workshop & Book Signing

Arlington Heights, The Bakester – 3pm-5pm 13 ½ W. Davis St, Arlington Heights IL 60005

The New Story of Aging: Joy, Purpose, and Possibility

Register here! https://events.aarp.org/event/WomenOver70_090326/summary

September 24, 2026 – AARP IL – Workshop & Book Signing

Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club 19433 Renwick Road, Crest Hill, IL, 60441 – 1:00pm – 3:00pm CT

Reimagining Aging: Finding Joy, Purpose, and Possibility After 50

https://www.aarp.org/events/details.aging-reimagined-workshop.42NJFN5HNX6/?src=psn

The years ahead can be among the most meaningful of our lives-especially when we challenge the outdated stories our culture speaks about aging. We are not here to tell you how to age well. We’re here to share what hundreds of women have taught us about living vibrant, purposeful lives after 50 and well beyond.

Drawing on the stories and wisdom of more than 370 women featured on our Women Over 70-Aging Reimagined® podcast, along with insights from leading researchers on aging, we’ll begin by examining common assumptions –- myths –- that can slyly shape our expectations and limit what’s possible as we grow older. Together, we’ll discover six qualities that help women flourish across the years. Throughout the workshop you’ll hear the voices of women from our podcast as they share how these qualities have enriched their own lives.