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What could be easier than ordering groceries, getting a medical checkup or paying bills, all while sitting in your recliner at home? What if we told you all this was free - or mostly free? We'll walk you through the world of apps and how you can find fingertip convenience for everyday living. ...

It's coming. But are you ready to pay for it? We're talking about winter heating bills which can be a burden to folks on fixed incomes. In Ohio, several agencies and government organizations have partnered together to provide heating assistance for older adults. They include the Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel, Ohio Department of Development, agency of aging centers and the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. They provide information and financial assistance and conservation programs. Money and grants can help pay cooling or heating bills. ...

Labor Day is behind us. Hints of Autumn are in the air. Take advantage of the lovely weather while we have it, enjoying an exclusive view of lions, tigers, bears and all the zoo has to offer! Northeast Ohio Boomer & Beyond is helping to bring you and your friends a dedicated visit to the Akron Zoo.

Adults 62 and older can enjoy discounted admission, live entertainment and vendors throughout the zoo that offer services for seniors. It all happens this Friday during the 2019 Senior Safari on September 6, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Get directions here: https://ohio.org/festivals-events/event/senior-safari/

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The grand re-opening of the remodeled upscale resale Thriftique Showroom is Wednesday, May 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Located at 5055 Richmond Rd. in Bedford Heights, this large store now boasts a new and easier-to-navigate floor plan, new fixtures, fresh paint, engaging wall designs, new signage, new carpet, a brand-new selection of gently-used merchandise at affordable prices, plus extended business hours (now open Wednesdays-Saturdays).

For more information about this store owned by the National Council of Jewish Women/ Cleveland’s (NCJW/CLE) and to read about weekly promotions, visit www.thriftiqueshowroom.com and follow on Facebook and Instagram @ThriftiqueShowroom. All proceeds support NCJW/Cleveland programs and initiatives, changing the lives of women, children and families.

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Both here in Northeast Ohio and nationally, veterans and active members of the military are honored with discounts and freebies on and around Veterans Day, Nov. 11. ...

REMEMBER GETTING CARDED? We couldn’t wait to be old enough to see an R-rated movie or buy a beer without showing proof of age. “The Exorcist” is on TV and 3.2 beer is a relic from the ’80s. But an I.D. is still fun to flash if you’re looking for a deal. Check out aarp.org for member discounts at national chains. We’ve got plenty here in Northeast Ohio, too. Savings on food, fun, travel, services and more abound for older adults. We’ve put together a local list of places that are free or have reduced prices or other benefits. Don’t be shy; it never hurts to ask about senior discounts.

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

U.S. residents 62 and older can purchase a lifetime pass for admission to over 2,000 sites for $10. The pass admits the owner and passengers in a noncommercial vehicle to pay-per-car sites, or admits the owner and three adults (under 16 is always free). Passes can be purchased online (nps.gov) or at sites.

GET ENTERTAINED

Concerts, plays and sporting events at local high schools are often free for seniors. Come and watch these hard-working kids turn hours of practice into great performances. The Cleveland Institute of Music (cim.edu) also offers free concerts by students and faculty throughout the year.

Community and even some professional theaters such as Karamu House in Cleveland and Ensemble Theatre in Cleveland Heights offer ticket discounts for seniors.

Churches also sponsor free concerts. The Rocky River Presbyterian Church hosts an artist series, which during the holidays featured the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Chorus. Next up is variety show vocalist Logan Wells.

GET SMART(ER)

Ever want to learn a foreign language or create a masterpiece? Ohio’s four-year universities and two-year colleges allow residents 60 or older to audit classes at no cost depending on space availability (paying students get the first chance) and instructor approval.

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