Guess Who's Turning 50?

America's Favorite 50+ Association Passes Milestone Birthday

PHILADELPHIA, April 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AARP is an organization for people with birthdays. This year we're celebrating a big one of our own - 50 years of service to America. Since AARP was founded in 1958, we have been the nation's leading nonprofit membership organization for people aged 50+. Today, AARP has more than 39 million members and will host coast-to-coast celebrations that build on its strong foundation of leadership and service to others, and create new legacies for the future. To mark this special occasion, the Honorable Edward G. Rendell is serving as an honorary chair for the following regional events:

May 1, 2008

Philadelphia -- City Hall, Council Chambers

10:00 am- 10:30 am

City Hall Proclamation

Kicking off its anniversary celebration, AARP will be honored by the Philadelphia City Council with an official city proclamation commemorating the association's 50 years of service to AARP members and the community.

May 2, 2008

Delaware County -- 777 Harrah's Blvd,Chester, PA.

Harrah's Casino Exhibit Hall

9:00 am- 3:00 pm

Celebrate Age Expo

In partnership with the Delaware County Office on Aging, AARP PA will take part in the Celebrate Age Expo. Special presentations will be given on AARP's newest campaign "Divided We Fail" as well as provide information on our products, services and membership.

May 6, 2008

Philadelphia -- Central High School, 1700 West Olney Ave,Philadelphia, PA

8:00 am- 9:00 am

AARP High School Legacy Award

AARP's Andrus Legacy Award winner is Central High School's Power of Student Voices program, which helps connect citizens to the political process and has engaged policymakers across all levels of government. Special invited guests from across the region will be on hand to help AARP present a $100,000 grant to Central High School in recognition of their award winning program.

May 7, 2008

Montgomery County -- Norristown Area High School

1900 Eagle Drive,Norristown, PA

9:30 am- 10:30 am

AARP High School Innovation Award

The AARP Legacy Innovation Award winner is Norristown Area High School's Family Advocacy System program. This innovative program promotes small student learning communities, supervision for instructional improvement and provides family advocates who are focused on student academic success and the attainment of their goals. AARP will recognize this award winning program and present a $10,000 grant to Norristown Area High School's Family Advocacy System Program.

May 8, 2008

Philadelphia -- AARP National Day of Service

1341 S. 46th Street,Philadelphia, PA 19143

8:00 am- 3:00 pm

West Shore Revitalization Project

AARP in collaboration with Rebuilding Together Philadelphia will help to revitalize the West Shore section ofWest Philadelphia. This special community collaboration will make the West Shore Community more livable for people as they age. Community projects are set to rehab homes for senior residents, spruce up community lots, and add a handicap accessible lift to the Southwest Community Enrichment Center.

May 9, 2008

Philadelphia -- University of Pennsylvania Irvine Auditorium

3400 Spruce Street,Philadelphia, PA

3:30 pm- 5:00 pm

Washington Week with Gwen Ifill & National Journal

AARP is proud to sponsor eight segments of the popular Friday public affairs TV program "Washington Week with Gwen Ifill & National Journal." AARP members will have an opportunity to join the studio audience for a special taping inPhiladelphia.

CONTACT: Angela Foreshaw of AARP, +1-267-825-9922

SOURCE AARP Pennsylvania

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