Day: March 13, 2016

"Looking for the perfect moment…it just felt right."rnrnPHILADELPHIA, March 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — A retired US army veteran with 32 years of service proposed to his partner of six years at the Philadelphia Flower Show, which runs until March 13th.rnrnRick Smith, an Alpha, NJ resident, proposed to Nancy Sterner of Bethlehem, PA before a crowd of cheering onlookers.rnrn"I wanted to propose at the Flower Show and was looking for the perfect moment," stated Rick Smith. "The people were having so much fun at the AARP PA table, I had to pop the question there. It just felt right."rnrnAARP Pennsylvania, a proud sponsor of the Philadelphia Flower Show was approached by Smith to set up the proposal at the AARP Life Reimagined photo booth.rnrn"Life Reimagined is about discovering your 'what's next' and figuring out how to get there," stated Jacklyn Isasi, AARP Pennsylvania's Communications Director. "We were happy to play a part in the marriage proposal and congratulate the couple as they begin their journey to discover 'what's next' together."rnrnLife Reimagined is a personal guidance system designed to help people navigate transitions, pursue their goals, dreams and purpose in life. In the next two years, more than 70 percent of people aged 40-60 anticipate a life change. With more than 2 million people using the Life Reimagined program, consumers have a platform to navigate transitions, access resources, and find discover new possibilities in life.rnrnTo view photos and video of the marriage proposal, visit the AARP PA Facebook page or click here.rnrnAbout Life ReimaginedrnLife Reimagined was launched by AARP in 2014 as a personal guidance system to help people navigate transitions, pursue their goals, dreams and purpose in life. Through groundbreaking online programs and tools, and powerful live experiences, today Life Reimagined helps people discover new possibilities in life. Begin reimagining at www.lifereimagined.org.rnrnAbout AARPrnAARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of nearly 38 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment and income security, retirement planning, affordable utilities and protection from financial abuse. We advocate for individuals in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services. A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world's largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP Books; and AARP en Español, a Spanish-language website addressing the interests and needs of Hispanics. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates. The AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn more at www.aarp.org.rnrnCONTACT: Jacklyn Isasi, (267) 825-9928 or jisasi@aarp.orgrnrn rnrnSOURCE AARP PennsylvaniarnrnrnrnRELATED LINKSrnhttp://www.aarp.org

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rn2nd Annual Event Is March 21-27rnrnPHILADELPHIA, March 9, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The National Association for Music Education is once again celebrating "Music In Our Schools Month" in March. To help focus attention on creating the next generation of musicians, Vincent James, founder of Keep Music Alive, has announced the second annual "Teach Music America Week" to be celebrated March 21 to 27. Keep Music Alive was formed to support music and music education.rnrnPhoto – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160308/341935rnrnDuring the week, musicians and music teachers are asked to offer at least one new student a free, 30-minute lesson. Keep Music Alive is also asking aspiring music students (young and old) to find a musician or music teacher participating in "Teach Music America Week."rnrnWhy is this important? Sometimes the biggest hurdle to anything is just getting started. Keep Music Alive believes that by encouraging musicians, music teachers and potential students to reach out to each other during March, many will continue to teach, learn and share music with each other long after the month is over. The organization's goal is to get as many new students as possible to begin learning how to play a musical instrument.rnrn"The purpose of 'Teach Music America Week' and Keep Music Alive is to help remind us how important and valuable music is and all the reasons why," says James. "By sparking musical interest in these new students, we will collectively help ensure that quality new music is created for future generations. As an added bonus, we will also be helping to develop their minds for many successful careers outside the arts."rnrnJames cites cuts in music and arts education, the switch from CD/MP3 sales to streaming and fewer live music venues as factors leading music down a troubling path. He says the Keep Music Alive mission is an attempt to push back so that future generations will continue to enjoy quality new music.rnrnLast year Keep Music Alive published the book "88+ Ways Music Can Change Your Life," featuring over 150 inspirational music stories and quotes from musicians, music educators and music lovers from all over the world, including a number of celebrities.rnrnFor more information on 'Teach Music America Week' or Keep Music Alive, contact Vincent James at (610) 812-5231, Email or visit www.TeachMusicAmerica.org and www.KeepMusicAlive.org.rnrn rnrnSOURCE National Association for Music Education