Illinois Technology Classes to Help You Stay Safe, Save Money, and Feel Confident Online

 

 

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📞 Prefer to Register by Phone?

Call 1-877-926-8300 to register for any class.

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Technology plays a growing role in how we shop, manage money, access health care, and stay connected—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why AARP Illinois is offering a free, in person technology series throughout 2026, designed to help older adults build confidence using everyday tech tools in a safe, supportive environment.

From saving money with digital coupons to shopping online safely and navigating Medicare resources, each class focuses on practical, real life skills you can use right away. Classes are free and open to the community, but registration is required.

All sessions run 12:00–1:00 p.m. and are offered in Pekin, Springfield, and Alton.

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📅 2026 AARP Illinois Technology Class Schedule & Registration

Digital Coupon Tools

May 27, 2026

Learn how to save money on groceries and everyday items with digital coupons, apps, and trusted websites.

Register by location:

• Pekin - Miller Senior Citizen Center:

https://events.aarp.org/DigitalCouponPekin

• Springfield - AARP IL, Large Conference Room:

👉 https://events.aarp.org/DigitalCouponSpringfield

• Alton – Senior Services Plus:

👉 https://events.aarp.org/DigitalCouponMetro

• Alton – Hayner Library:

https://events.aarp.org/DigitalCoupon_Hayner

 

Intro to Smartphone Photography

June 24, 2026

Want to get more from your smartphone camera? Learn camera icons on Android and iPhone, simple edits, photo sharing, privacy settings, and how to scan QR codes. 

Register by location:

• Pekin – Miller Senior Citizen Center

https://events.aarp.org/SmartphonePhotoPekin

• Springfield – AARP IL, Large Conference Room

https://events.aarp.org/SmartphonePhotoSpringfield

• Alton – Senior Services Plus

https://events.aarp.org/SmartphonePhotoMetro

• Alton – Hayner Library

https://events.aarp.org/SmartphonePhoto_Hayner

 

Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography

July 29, 2026

Learn how to scan QR codes, translate text, measure objects, use AR apps, and choose privacy friendly tools using your smartphone camera.

Register by location:

• Pekin – Miller Senior Citizen Center:

👉 https://events.aarp.org/BeyondPhotoPekin

• Springfield – AARP IL, Large Conference Room:

👉 https://events.aarp.org/BeyondPhotoSpringfield

• Alton – Senior Services Plus:

👉 https://events.aarp.org/BeyondPhotoMetro

• Alton – Hayner Library:

👉 https://events.aarp.org/BeyondPhoto_Hayner

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