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Upcoming Workshops

Your first 3 afternoon workshops are always free. After that, they are priced as advertised.

Smartphone to the Rescue

This workshop will walk you through the steps to allow Paramedics to call your designated contact(s) and access critical medical information.

Monday, November 9, 2026

10:00 AM

Slots open: 6/8

$5 - Pay at the door

Navigating Your Touchscreen

As we age, it is incredibly common to find touchscreen gestures like pinching, swiping, or double-tapping frustrating or difficult to manage, especially if you have arthritis, tremors or “fat fingers.” Learn how to manage in this workshop. A Stylus is included in the price.

Monday, November 9, 2026

11:00 AM

Slots open: 6/8

$10 - Pay at the door

Smartphone Hardware: Exterior Features - An Intro to Buttons, Ports, and Plugs

An ultimate tour of your device's "outside anatomy." We are going back to the basics to look at the physical bumps, holes, and buttons that make your phone tick. No tech jargon, no confusing manual—just a friendly introduction to the buttons, ports, and plugs you see every day.

Monday, November 9, 2026

1:00 PM

Slots open: 8/8

Free

Texting: Staying Connected on the Go

Master your smartphone and stay connected with loved ones, no matter where you are! In this relaxed, beginner-friendly class, you will learn how to confidently use your mobile device while out and about. Designed at a slow, patient pace specifically for older adults who want to feel more confident using their smartphones.

Monday, November 9, 2026

2:00 PM

Slots open: 8/8

Free

Navigating those Annoying QR Codes

Are QR Codes standing in your way for accessing essential services, discounts and decreasing your overall quality of life? Join other EngAging Seniors for a 1.5 hour workshop to learn how to access QR Codes safely and efficiently.

Monday, November 9, 2026

4:00 PM

Slots open: 3/8

$5 - Pay at the door

Create an Address Book on your Smartphone

At this workshop you will learn how to create your Contacts. Simplify your texts by adding phone numbers, addresses and even birthdays.

Monday, November 16, 2026

10:00 AM

Slots open: 8/8

$5 - Pay at the door

Setting Up the Smartphone Calendar

Learn how to add Dr. appointments, Social dates, Volunteer commitments and more in this 1 hour workshop. In the second half of this workshop you will learn how to add to or check your calendar while you are on a call.

Monday, November 16, 2026

11:00 AM

Slots open: 8/8

$5 - Pay at the door

Settings Secrets - Take Control of Your Smartphone

Unlock the hidden superpowers of your smartphonet! In Settings Secrets, you will discover the simple tweaks in your Settings that make your technology work for you, not against you.

Monday, November 16, 2026

1:00 PM

Slots open: 7/8

Free

Maintaining Your Smartphone - Keep Your Device in Tip-Top Shape!

Your smartphone is basically your portal to the world—it keeps you connected to family and friends. Just like a car, your digital device needs a little routine maintenance to keep running like a dream. Giving your phone a little love doesn’t take much time, but it pays off big.

Monday, November 16, 2026

2:00 PM

Slots open: 7/8

Free

How to Connect to the Outer World

Are you "lost” when it comes to Smartphone jargon? At this workshop we will define and explain the different ways you can connect to others. Learn Smartphone vocabulary and how these terms apply to your device.

Monday, November 23, 2026

10:00 AM

Slots open: 6/8

$5 - Pay at the door

The Status Bar - Your Smartphone’s Dashboard

Just as a car dashboard shows fuel levels and engine warnings, the Status Bar shows battery percentage, cellular or Wi-Fi signal strength, missed calls and more. Learn why these tiny symbols are important at this workshop.

Monday, November 23, 2026

11:00 AM

Slots open: 6/8

$5 - Pay at the door

The Power is Out… Is Your Smartphone Charged?

Don't let your digital lifeline go down! Keeping your smartphone juiced up doesn't require a degree in rocket science, just a few smart habits to keep you connected to family, photos, and your favorite apps. Learn how to keep your phone from taking an unannounced nap.

Monday, November 23, 2026

1:00 PM

Slots open: 7/8

Free

Settings Secrets - Take Control of Your Smartphone

Unlock the hidden superpowers of your smartphonet! In Settings Secrets, you will discover the simple tweaks in your Settings that make your technology work for you, not against you.

Monday, November 23, 2026

2:00 PM

Slots open: 7/8

Free

Wise Habits to Avoid Scams

Scammers are constantly evolving their tactics, often targeting seniors with sophisticated schemes designed to create a sense of urgency, panic, or false hope. Learn how to outsmart them at this workshop.

Monday, December 7, 2026

4:00 PM

Slots open: 12/12

$5 - Pay at the door

Volunteer as a Senior Guide

You must complete Senior Guide Orientation first.

Smartphone to the Rescue

Monday, November 9, 2026

10:00 AM

Slots open: 4/6

Navigating Your Touchscreen

Monday, November 9, 2026

11:00 AM

Slots open: 4/6

Smartphone Hardware: Exterior Features - An Intro to Buttons, Ports, and Plugs

Monday, November 9, 2026

1:00 PM

Slots open: 4/6

Texting: Staying Connected on the Go

Monday, November 9, 2026

2:00 PM

Slots open: 4/6

Create an Address Book on your Smartphone

Monday, November 16, 2026

10:00 AM

Slots open: 3/6

Setting Up the Smartphone Calendar

Monday, November 16, 2026

11:00 AM

Slots open: 3/6

Settings Secrets - Take Control of Your Smartphone

Monday, November 16, 2026

1:00 PM

Slots open: 5/6

Maintaining Your Smartphone - Keep Your Device in Tip-Top Shape!

Monday, November 16, 2026

2:00 PM

Slots open: 5/6

How to Connect to the Outer World

Monday, November 23, 2026

10:00 AM

Slots open: 5/6

The Status Bar - Your Smartphone’s Dashboard

Monday, November 23, 2026

11:00 AM

Slots open: 4/6

Settings Secrets - Take Control of Your Smartphone

Monday, November 23, 2026

2:00 PM

Slots open: 5/6

If you'd like to learn more about becoming a Senior Guide, or contact us for any other reason, call or text: 513-564-9777