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Five Days for Better Brain Health
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Join AARP Maryland for Brain Health Week, October 10–16, 2026, for a week of programs focused on the six pillars of brain health: staying active, eating well, managing stress, getting enough sleep, connecting with others and engaging your brain.
Programs will be offered virtually and in person. Explore the schedule below and register for the events you would like to attend.
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Saturday, October 10
Walk with a Doc, Walk Maryland Day, Walktober & Brain Health Week Kickoff
Date: Saturday, October 10
Time: 9–11 a.m.
Format: In person
Location: Centennial Park, Pavilion E, 10000 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042
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Monday, October 12
Gentle Yoga with Ruth
Date: Monday, October 12
Time: 8–9 a.m.
Format: Virtual
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Move Your Body, Boost Your Brain and Mind: The Exercise Connection
Date: Monday, October 12
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Replay of Marsha’s Interview with Dr. Kramer
Date: Monday, October 12
Time: 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Tuesday, October 13
Gentle Yoga with Ruth
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 8–9 a.m.
Format: Virtual
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Replay Retirement Panel of Men
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 10–11 a.m.
Format: Virtual
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Replay Retirement Panel of Women
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Interview with Encore Creativity
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 12–1 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Art Workshop and Life Review with Danyett Tucker, Mixed Media Artist
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 1–2 p.m.
Format: In person
Location: East Columbia 50+ Center, 6610 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD 21045
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Interview with Mark Tesoro, Maryland Department of Aging
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 2–3 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Combatting Loneliness and Social Isolation
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Wednesday, October 14
Gentle Yoga with Ruth
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 8–9 a.m.
Format: Virtual
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Interview with the National Brain Tumor Society
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 12–1 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Free Pickleball Clinic at Dill Dinkers Columbia
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Format: In person
Location: Dill Dinkers Pickleball, 9179 Red Branch Road, Suite F, Columbia, MD 21045
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Learn How to Practice Mindfulness
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Finding Happiness in Troubling Times
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 7–8 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Give Your Love Life Some Love
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 8–9 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Thursday, October 15
Gentle Yoga with Ruth
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 8–9 a.m.
Format: Virtual
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Live Cooking Demo with Chef Christine
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 12–12:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Make Brunch with AARP and Christine Van Bloem
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 1–2 p.m.
Format: Virtual — streaming online
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Tour the American Visionary Art Museum
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Format: In person
Location: American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Highway, Baltimore, MD 21230
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Nutrition for Total Wellness with Chef Christine
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Friday, October 16
Gentle Yoga with Ruth
Date: Friday, October 16
Time: 8–9 a.m.
Format: Virtual
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Learn How to Maximize Your Sleep
Date: Friday, October 16
Time: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Six Pillars of Brain Health with Phillip Gale
Date: Friday, October 16
Time: 12–1 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Chair Yoga and Tai Chi
Date: Friday, October 16
Time: 5–6 p.m.
Format: Virtual
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Join AARP Maryland for Brain Health Week and discover practical ways to move more, eat well, connect with others, manage stress, engage your brain and get better sleep.
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