AARP Rhode Island Upcoming Events

Save the Date for 2026 Fraud Fighting Fridays

Free document shredding near you

• East Providence, June 5 – Weaver Library
• Westerly, June 12 – Westerly DPW
• Cranston, June 26 – Office of the Attorney General

View the Fraud Fighting Fridays Map

AARP Rhode Island is fighting identity theft across the Ocean State by safely disposing of old tax returns, bank statements, bills and other documents. Drive-thru drop-offs are from 9 a.m. to noon. Free and open to the public; registration is recommended but not required. Two boxes per person and no businesses, please. We do not accept spiral notebooks or bound books.

 

AARP Rhode Island Healthy Living Series

AARP wants you to live the best life possible, and healthy living is key to that. Dive in!

• RI Healthy Cooking Recordings January February March, April, May
• June TaiChi/Qigong  Registrations
• June 10 Everybody Dance!
• June 21 RI Healthy Cooking

 

Noontime Tech Talks: Demystifying AI

Learn more about Artificial Intelligence in this series of free online discussions presented by Senior Planet from AARP. 

• June 8 AI All Around
• June 15 AI & Disinformation

 

Bike Newport Virtual Safety Workshops

These June workshops, listed in our Quarterly Events Brochure, have been rescheduled for September. New dates will appear here.

 

More AARP Rhode Island Speakers Bureau Presentations Near You

• June 12 Understanding Social Security - Cranston YMCA
• June 20 Government Imposter Scams – Cumberland 

AARP Rhode Island is proud to sponsor Bike Newport Full Moon Rides again this season. Get out, have fun and meet new people as you enjoy an unforgettable spin along Newport’s historic coast!

Bike Newport Full Moon Rides Now Through October

 

WRWC Riverside Park Free Community Paddles

Wednesdays, June 10, July 8, and August 12. These short 15–20 minute guided paddles are perfect for first-time paddlers, families, and anyone looking to build confidence on the water before joining longer river trips later in the season. Canoes, kayaks, paddles, and life jackets will be provided by WRWC. Learn more.