TV viewing habits are changing rapidly. Streaming services are racking up a record share of Emmy nominations and 83% of US households subscribe to at least one streaming service. The array of TV streaming options can be intimidating, so catch up on the issues, opportunities, and best options for tailoring your personal TV streaming setup. The first session will give an overview of the streaming options and a demonstrate how to access the services. You can also join an optional session (register at the link below) with more individual support as you make a plan for what service matches your budget and viewing priorities. Topics will include: Pros & cons of cutting the TV cord Specific steps for setting up streaming TV for your home Recommended streaming devices & content services Streaming local Twin Cities channels Special streaming strategies for seasonal homes or cabins Cloud-based DVRs & how to avoid commercials Options for using a “smart TV” for streaming Costs of streaming TV vs. cable/satellite TV Combining streaming with an over-the-air TV antenna Demo of a typical internet-based TV streaming setup An additional 90-minute small discussion class, “Advanced Cutting the Cord: Tailoring YOUR Streaming Plan,” is also offered for participants who want a more in-depth and personal discussion of their individual situations, needs, and best options. Unless you are already familiar and experienced with TV streaming, it is highly recommended you first attend the above described “Basics” class for a foundation.

For folks who have already streamed at least some of their TV content. This course will overview how the fragmented (and often confusing) array of TV streaming options continues to evolve, and discuss implications for specific actions for best aligning your TV streaming content & equipment setup with your viewing and budget preferences. Various tools, resources, and "hacks" will also be discussed and demonstrated to help learners enhance their streaming experience. Bring your streaming questions and issues!Learning Objectives:- Quick overview of the required elements of a home TV streaming setup- Explain how each streaming household has a range of options for optimizing their streaming setup to meet viewing and budget preferences- Demonstrate recommended tools and resources to help guide setup design decisions- Invite discussion of specific individual participants' streaming issues and questions.

How do you decide when to make one of the biggest moves of your life--giving up your family home and downsize for the remainder of your years? This class will explore the many, complicated emotions involved with the decision to downsize, followed by the "nuts and bolts" of where to live, what comes with, what remains behind. Talking with adult children about your decisions is also important, especially since it's said they don't want our stuff! Join others also considering a move to share ideas, thoughts and concerns as you move through this critical phase of life.