Creating Community, Connection & Consciousness

Welcome to EAN for New Members

Friday, November 3
10:00 – 11:00 am PT / 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET

This one hour gathering for new members of EAN will be an in-depth introduction to the different areas of our Elder Action Groups and an opportunity to meet other Elders and EAN volunteer leaders, ask questions and determine how you might like to get involved.

Building Community: Having Real Conversations

Wednesday, November 8
10:00 am PT / 1:00 pm ET

Good questions build good conversations, and good conversations build community. As elders we want to have real conversations with others, but how do we do that when everything feels so polarized? Join us for a glimpse into why conversations get derailed and then experience for yourself what a difference a Living Room Conversation can make!

Let's Talk About It: "The New Age of Aging"

Wednesday, November 15
1:00 pm PT / 4:00 pm ET

Age Wave, one of the nation's foremost thought leaders on the implications of aging just released a landmark study on aging. What is old? What are we doing right? What are we doing wrong? Join us in a robust conversation about this recent survey as we unpack what it means to be a modern elder.

The Empowered Elder

Monday, November 20
9:00 am PT / 12:00 pm ET

In this hour long webinar we will explore the question "How do we consciously step into our roles as elders?" You will join with others to explore ways we can all be in the world as elders in service to life. During this webinar you will also learn about what it means to be an Empowered Elder and an upcoming EAN workshop.

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Elders Climate Action

Electrify Your Life
Tuesday, November 14
4:00-5:30 pm PT / 7:00-8:30 pm ET

Brian Stewart, co-founder of Electrify Now, joins us to discuss how our personal energy choices can help to accelerate this transition. Learn how all-electric homes and vehicles are safer, healthier, have a lower cost to operate and are a powerful way to reduce carbon emissions.

Our individual actions are a critical part of building a clean energy future: this workshop will help you to understand what you can do NOW, and the incentives and resources that are available to help you take action. In small group sessions you'll have a chance to strategize with others about electrifying your life.

Elders for Sound Democracy

Town Hall Meeting with Featured Speaker Bill McKibben
Wednesday, November 15
10:00 – 11:30 am PT / 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET

What is the essential connection between climate action and working for a strong democracy? To get answers to that and other relevant questions, join us on November 15 at our monthly community meeting when we have Bill McKibben as our featured guest. He is one the most respected and influential environmental activists, who was instrumental in founding 350.org, and has written numerous books. Bill is the Schumann Distinguished Scholar in Environmental Studies at Middlebury College and a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In September 2021, he launched Third Act and is mobilizing climate change activists, who are "experienced Americans" over sixty, to protect the climate and strengthen democracy.

Elders for Social Justice (ESJ)

Monthly Meeting
Thursday, November 16
9:00 – 10:30 am PT / 12:00 – 1:30 pm ET

Work For Justice, But Pause to Express Gratitude

We are aware that atrocious, inhumane events are happening both at home and abroad. Because of this, it is crucial to recognize that our efforts are leading to the change we seek and express gratitude for the goodness that pervades our community. Join us in sharing and witnessing our meaningful work this year.

Taking Action to Confront Authoritarianism

Thursdays, November 9 & 30
9:00 - 10:30 am PT / 12:00 - 1:30 pm ET

We'll continue exploring what actions that we, as elders, can take to push back against extremist attacks. We're focusing on right-wing efforts to undermine public education, including restricting curricula, punishing discussion of targeted topics, and eliminating programs (like DEI) that make a school environment safe and welcoming for all students.

Elders for Regenerative Living

Celebrating the Holidays with Intention

Friday, November 17
10:00–11:00 am PT / 1:00–2:00 pm ET

We know that the holiday season, from Thanksgiving to January 1, creates more waste and environmental damage than all the rest of the year. Why? Because we tend to celebrate by over consuming. We are encouraged to think more is better; more gifts, more food, and more "stuff". Plastic is a serious problem but avoidable. From Black Friday forward, we are encouraged to shop til we drop. This season let's make the holidays full of meaning, fun, thoughtful gift giving and careful food selection, considering the impact of our choices on the environment. It's the perfect time to recreate, renew, and reuse. Bring your ideas to share and let's prepare for the best holidays ever.