BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Benjamin Rose - ECPv6.18.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.benrose.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Benjamin Rose REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T123000 DTSTAMP:20260831T190346Z CREATED:20260831T190258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T190346Z UID:10011904-1788519600-1788525000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Rose on the Go: Immune Boosters & Busters DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nJoin Rose on the Go for IMMUNE BOOSTERS & BUSTERS\, a fun and educational workshop exploring delicious foods that support a healthy immune system. Chefs from the Greater Cleveland Food Bank will lead a cooking demonstration featuring immune-supporting ingredients and recipes. After the demonstration\, Susan Cady\, M.M.\, C.T.C.I.\, will lead participants through a gentle Tai Chi session designed to release aches and pains\, promote relaxation\, and leave you feeling refreshed. \n\n\n\nThis community event is proudly sponsored by Aetna. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Thank you to all who make this event possible!\n \n\n\n \n Sponsors and Partners URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/immune-boosters/ LOCATION:Dave’s Market & Eatery Midtown\, 1929 E 61st St\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/cooking.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T100000 DTSTAMP:20260827T195719Z CREATED:20260812T131934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T195719Z UID:10011899-1788944400-1788948000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Virtual Second Wednesday with Benjamin Rose DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually the second Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10 a.m. to learn more about Benjamin Rose and from President & CEO Orion Bell. Each month we will provide an overview of the programs and services we offer. Second Wednesdays are a great opportunity to network\, learn about Benjamin Rose\, and discover how you can get involved in our work. \n\n\n\nSecond Wednesdays are free to attend\, and all are welcome! Registration is required. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-9/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/Default-Rose.png LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T200000 DTSTAMP:20260827T195725Z CREATED:20260624T122421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T195725Z UID:10011890-1788976800-1788984000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in buying a home but not sure where to start? \n\n\n\nOur FREE HUD-approved homebuyer education class can teach you the important basics of the home buying process.  We will provide you with the knowledge you’ll need to secure an affordable mortgage and buy the right house for you. \n\n\n\nThis course is a four-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 6-8 PM: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 9\n\n\n\nSeptember 14\n\n\n\nSeptember 21\n\n\n\nSeptember 28\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Guest Speaker\n \n\n\nWe’re pleased to be joined by a representative from First Federal Lakewood for this series\, who will share expert insights on the homebuying process\, and will be available to answer your questions! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession One: Budget & Credit\n\n\n\nSeptember 9 \n\n\n\n\nExamine your money profile\n\n\n\nLearn how to better manage your money through spending plans\, tracking income & expenses\, goal setting and building your savings\n\n\n\nExplore the importance of credit and learn tips to establish and improve your credit\n\n\n\nReview how to avoid and handle identity theft\n\n\n\n\nSession Two: Obtaining a Mortgage Loan & Your Consumer Rights\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to qualify and get pre-approved for a mortgage loan\n\n\n\nReview affordability and how to determine how much money to spend on buying a home\n\n\n\nLearn your rights as a loan consumer\n\n\n\n\nSession Three: Shopping for a Home & the Importance of a Home Inspection\n\n\n\nSeptember 21 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to shop for a home\, from finding the right neighborhood to considering which type of home is right for you\n\n\n\nExplore tips on how to work with an agent\n\n\n\nLearn about the purchase\, sale\, escrow\, and closing processes\n\n\n\nReview the professional home inspection process and why it’s so important\n\n\n\n\nSession Four: Home Insurance & Maintaining Your Home\n\n\n\nSeptember 28 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to protect your home through insurance\, liability protection and home safety measures\n\n\n\nExplore different ways to maintain your home\n\n\n\nEmbrace your neighborhood and learn ways to explore your community\, be a good neighbor and invest in your area’s success\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, click the above button and fill out our registration form. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-sept9/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-sept9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000 DTSTAMP:20260827T195731Z CREATED:20260624T153910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T195731Z UID:10011893-1789063200-1789070400@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in buying a home but not sure where to start? \n\n\n\nOur FREE HUD-approved homebuyer education class can teach you the important basics of the home buying process.  We will provide you with the knowledge you’ll need to secure an affordable mortgage and buy the right house for you. \n\n\n\nThis course is a four-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 6-8 PM: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 10\n\n\n\nSeptember 17\n\n\n\nSeptember 24\n\n\n\nSeptember 30\n\n\n\n\nSession One: Budget & Credit\n\n\n\nSeptember 10 \n\n\n\n\nExamine your money profile\n\n\n\nLearn how to better manage your money through spending plans\, tracking income & expenses\, goal setting and building your savings\n\n\n\nExplore the importance of credit and learn tips to establish and improve your credit\n\n\n\nReview how to avoid and handle identity theft\n\n\n\n\nSession Two: Obtaining a Mortgage Loan & Your Consumer Rights\n\n\n\nSeptember 17 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to qualify and get pre-approved for a mortgage loan\n\n\n\nReview affordability and how to determine how much money to spend on buying a home\n\n\n\nLearn your rights as a loan consumer\n\n\n\n\nSession Three: Shopping for a Home & the Importance of a Home Inspection\n\n\n\nSeptember 24 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to shop for a home\, from finding the right neighborhood to considering which type of home is right for you\n\n\n\nExplore tips on how to work with an agent\n\n\n\nLearn about the purchase\, sale\, escrow\, and closing processes\n\n\n\nReview the professional home inspection process and why it’s so important\n\n\n\n\nSession Four: Home Insurance & Maintaining Your Home\n\n\n\nSeptember 30 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to protect your home through insurance\, liability protection and home safety measures\n\n\n\nExplore different ways to maintain your home\n\n\n\nEmbrace your neighborhood and learn ways to explore your community\, be a good neighbor and invest in your area’s success\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, click the above button and fill out our registration form. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-sept10/ LOCATION:Benjamin Rose Headquarters\, 11890 Fairhill Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44120\, United States CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops GEO:41.4912176;-81.5997006 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Benjamin Rose Headquarters 11890 Fairhill Road Cleveland OH 44120 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11890 Fairhill Road:geo:-81.5997006,41.4912176 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260820T151125Z CREATED:20260805T161420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T151125Z UID:10011897-1789473600-1789477200@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:What the Midterms Mean for Older Adults DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin nationally recognized aging policy leader Bob Blancato for a nonpartisan conversation about how the 2026 midterm elections may shape policies affecting older adults and caregivers. From healthcare and long-term care to federal funding and aging services\, this session will help you understand the issues\, opportunities\, and challenges ahead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Speaker\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Robert “Bob” Blancato President\, Matz\, Blancato and Associates; National Coordinator of the Elder Justice Coalition \n Robert Blancato Robert “Bob” Blancato is the National Coordinator of the bipartisan 3000-member Elder Justice Coalition. He is also President of Matz\, Blancato and Associates\, the Executive Director of the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs\, and the National Coordinator of the Defeat Malnutrition Today coalition. \n \nBob has long been recognized as a national advocate with policy expertise on behalf of older adults. He has testified numerous times before House and Senate Committees\, most recently in 2022 before the House Appropriations Labor-HHS-Education Subcommittee. \n \nBob’s prior work history includes 17 years as a staffer in Congress and an appointment by President Clinton to be the Executive Director of the 1995 White House Conference on Aging\, one of four he has participated in. He is a member of the Senior Executive Service. \n \nAs a volunteer\, he currently serves as second vice chair of the AARP board and is also on the AARP Foundation\, and the board of the National Hispanic Council on Aging. From 2019 to 2023\, Bob served on the National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services\, appointed by HHS Secretary Azar. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/what-the-midterms-mean-for-older-adults/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/what-the-midterms-mean-for-older-adults/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260730T191426Z CREATED:20260730T191337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T191426Z UID:10011896-1789646400-1789650000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Ask the Expert - Nutrition and Caregiving DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Laura Borth for an interactive Ask the Expert session that will cover the biggest nutrition challenges that older adults face. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn about important warning signs to watch for that could indicate a health issue\, and the facts behind common nutrition myths and misconceptions. You’ll also receive some helpful nutrition resources to learn more. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and leave with practical tips you can use every day! \n\n\n\nThe Ask the Expert webinar series is an interactive educational experience that allows you to get answers to your most pressing questions about care. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Laura Borth Policy Director at the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs \n Laura Borth is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over a decade of experience in nutrition\, including clinical practice\, research\, and policy.\n\nAs the Policy Director at the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs\, she focuses on strengthening nutrition and aging services at the national level.\n\nShe also supports policy and advocacy for the Elder Justice Coalition\, and Defeat Malnutrition Today Coalition. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/nutrition-and-caregiving/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/nutrition-and-caregiving/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000 DTSTAMP:20260921T161441Z CREATED:20260921T161439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T161441Z UID:10011912-1790701200-1790701200@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Rose on the Go: Sailing 101 DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nReady to learn the ropes? Set sail with this hands-on Sailing 101 program led by Learn to Sail Cleveland! Over two sessions\, you’ll learn the fundamentals of sailing and discover the basics of how to safely navigate a sailboat. The class will take place on September 29 and October 1 from 5–7:30 PM at the Patrick S. Parker Community Sailing Center. \n\n\n\nAdmission is $30—a special opportunity for a class normally valued at $300! \n\n\n\nMax 2 tickets per registrant. \n\n\n\nAll who register will be emailed instructions to create an online account with the American Sailing Association. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Thank you to all who make this event possible!\n \n\n\n \n Partners URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/sailing-101/ LOCATION:Patrick S. Parker Community Sailing Center\, 5555 N Marginal Rd\, Ohio\, 44114\, United States CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/Sailing-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR