Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Say nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Where to Find Senior Discounts in 2025 Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are in our 50’s and would like to know what resources you recommend for locating senior discounts, and what age do they kick in? Frugal Fay Dear Fay, One of the great perks of growing older in America is the many discounts that are available. There are literally thousands of senior discounts on a wide variety of products and services including restaurants, travel and lodging, entertainment, retail, health, grocery stores, automotive services and much more. These discounts – typically ranging between 5 and 25 percent off – can add up to save you hundreds of dollars each year. So, if you don’t mind admitting your age, here are some tips and tools to help you locate the discounts you may be eligible for. Always Ask The fi rst thing to know is that most businesses don’t advertise them, but many give senior discounts, so don’t be shy about asking. You also need to know that while some discounts are available as soon as you turn 50, many others may not kick in until you turn 55, 60, 62 or 65. Search Online Because senior discounts frequently change and can vary depending on where you live and the time of year, the internet is the easiest way to locate them. A good place to start is at TheSeniorList.com (click on the “Money” tab), which provides a large list of discounts in restaurants, grocery stores, retail stores, and for prescription medications, travel and more. You can also search for discounts by provider. Go to any standard search engine like Google or Bing and type in the business or organization you’re curious about, followed by “senior discount” or “senior discount tickets.” Or use an AI tool like Chat GPT or Gemini to do a search. If you use an iPhone, you can even use the “Senior Discounts & Coupons” app (available in the App Store), which categorizes discounts by age and type. Join a Club Another good avenue to senior discounts is through membership organizations like AARP, which offers its members age 50 and older a wide variety of discounts through affi liate businesses – see AARP.org/ViewMyBenefi ts. If, however, you don’t like or agree with AARP, or don’t want to pay the $15 membership fee, there are other organizations you can join that also provide discounts like the Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC.us), the American Automobile Association (AAA. com), or for retired federal workers, the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE.org). Types of Discounts Here’s an abbreviated rundown of some of the diff erent types of discounts you can expect to fi nd. Restaurants: Senior discounts are common at restaurants and fast-food establishments – like Chili’s, Denny’s, Golden Corral, Outback Steakhouse, McDonald’s and Sonic – ranging from free/discounted drinks to discounts off your total order. Retailers: Many thrift stores like Goodwill and Salvation Army, and certain retailers like Joann, Kohl’s, Michaels, Ross, PetSmart and Walgreens stores off er a break to seniors on certain days of the week. Supermarkets: Many locally owned grocery stores offer senior discount programs, as do some chains like BI-LO, Piggly-Wiggly, Fry’s, New Seasons, Fred Meyer and Hy-Vee, which off er discounts on certain days of the week. Travel: American, Delta and United Airlines provide discounted senior fares for select destinations in the U.S. to passengers 65 plus, while British Airlines off ers AARP members $65 off economy seats. Amtrak provides a 10 percent discount to travelers over 65. Most car rental companies give discounts to 50-plus customers or AARP members. Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and Carnival cruise lines off er senior rates to cruisers 55 and over. And, most hotels off er senior discounts, usually ranging from 10 to 30 percent. Entertainment: Most movie theaters, museums, golf courses, ski slopes and other public entertainment venues provide reduced admission to seniors over 60 or 65. And the National Park Service off ers a lifetime senior pass for those 62 and older for $80. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nior ior Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events Around Everett Mindful Miles: Shute Front Door, Saturday, August 23, at 8 a.m.; join us for a relaxing morning walk starting from the Shute Memorial Library to multiple laps around Glendale Park. Walk at your own pace, for as long as you like. This is intended for ages 18 and up. No registration is required. Parlin Adult and Teens Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Mondays and Wednesdays in August from 2-3 p.m. Join us for board games on Mondays and multiplayer video games on Wednesdays! For ages 12 and up. Classics & Crafts Movie Night: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a casual movie viewing where conversation is allowed and crafting is encouraged, featuring our favorite classic books on the big screen of the Parlin Meeting Room TV! BYO crafts and snacks or borrow craft supplies from our library clubs. We’ll be watching “Jane Eyre” (2011), and viewers are recommended to be 14 years of age or older. Resume Writing: Parlin Information Desk. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Parlin. By appointment only; to register, send an email to parlininfo@ noblenet.org or call 617-394-2300. Computer Basics 101: Parlin Information Desk. Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics: how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the Internet, set up an email account, and more! By appointment only; to register, send an email to parlininfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2300. Parlin Children’s Mystery Craft Monday: Stop by the Children’s Room every Monday for a Grab and Go mystery craft — a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to seven. Mystery crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. What will be in your mystery craft kit? No registration required, while supplies last. Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, August 18, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, August 20, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-fi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, August 20, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliff e: Parlin Children’s Room; join us on Thursday and Friday at 11 a.m. for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Fluency Fun Friday! Parlin Children’s Room, Friday, August 22, at 2 p.m. Brush up your fl uency skills before school starts! Drop by the library for an afternoon of fun board games like Scrabble and Bananagrams, word searches and crossword puzzles. Suggested ages: fi ve to 11. Friday Family Movie Night: Parlin Meeting Room, Friday, August 22, at 3 p.m. Grab a friend and join us at the library to watch “Call of the Wild.” Free popcorn provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries will be served. Mixed-Media Crafts: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, August 23, at 11 a.m. Enjoy learning and develop your imagination! Recommended for ages fi ve to 12. Registration is required, sign up online. This program is funded by the Everett Cultural Council. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, August 23, at 12 p.m. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. Shute Adult and Teens Sketch Studio: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 4:30 p.m. Come hang with us at our Sketch Studio hour — a weekly drop-in art session! Drop in once a week and bring your creativity. For ages 14-18. No registration is required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Romance Book Club: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 6 p.m.; for ages 18 and up. Calling all romance lovers! Join our Romance Book Club! We’ll meet every third Tuesday of the month (unless otherwise noted on our calendar). No registration needed — just bring your love for all things romance! The book of the month is “Summer in the City” by Alex Aster. Limited copies will be available to borrow from our circulation desk. Crafty Conversations: Swap Painting: Thursday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. Unleash your inner artist in this creative twist on a not-so-average paint night! Bring a friend so you can swap your painting every 10 minutes to build off your friend’s imagination or from the creative prompts provided. Your painting will be a collaborative piece! Registration is required. This is recommended for ages 18-109. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department; book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a 30-minute session; Fridays by appointment only. Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Tech newbie? No problem! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world and even send your first email. Book your adventure with technology today! By appointment only on Fridays; please call the Shute Library to register for an appointment. Shute Children’s Story to Screen: Book & Movie Club: Shute Meeting Room, Mondays at 2:30 p.m.; it’s time for fi lms and fun! Munch on popcorn and watch “Tuck Everlasting.” Can you answer the question “Which was better, the book or the movie?” Recommended for children ages eight and up. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals with Special Guest: Monday, August 18, at 10 a.m.; Nan Zhou, founder of AbleYouth Alliance, joins Miss Val for a special storytime focused on disability awareness, empathy and inclusion. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! Book Talk: Summer Reading Edition: Shute Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Have you been keeping up with your summer reading? Drop in to share your opinions, get recommendations and fi nd out what everyone else has been reading (and doing) during summer break! Tune In: Music Class at the Library! Shute Meeting Room, Wednesday, August 20, from 2-3:30 p.m. Join us for a fun and interactive music class where you’ll learn to read music and sing! This program is recommended for ages 10-14. Materials for this program have been generously provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Family Craft Corner: Paint your own Tote Bag: Shute Craft Room, Thursday, August 21, from 4-6 p.m. Reusable and fabulous — come and paint your own tote bag, perfect for carrying books to and from the library. We supply the canvas tote bag and paint supplies; you supply the creativity! Dress for a mess! Registration is required. Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Shute Children’s Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m.; free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy, or make a new one, as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create?
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