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Chapter 2 - Bucket List Travel

Travel for Relaxation

Resources

1- 14 Incredible Places to Visit if You Need Peace and Relaxation link

2- 22 Gorgeous Vacation Spots to Choose if You Just Want to Relax link

3- 16 of the World's Most Relaxing Places link


Travel for History

Resources

1- 23 Must-See Historic Landmarks in the US link

2- 100 Most Beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites link

3- 18 Top World Heritage Sites link


Travel for Water Experiences

Resources

1- The 27 Best Water Sports To Try Around The World link

2- 10 Unique Water Activities to add to Your Bucket List link

3- Top 10 Best Water Sports in Wonderful Place link


Travel for Festivals

Resources

1- 99 International Events and Festivals for your Bucket List link

2- 15 Best Festivals In The US To Add To Your Bucket List link

3- Japan's Top 10 Fire Festivals link

4- 9 Best Holi Celebrations in India link

5- Best of America: 14 of the Best Events and Festivals link


Visit Egypt

Resources

1- How to visit the Pyramids of Giza link

2- Must-see Attractions in Egypt by Lonely Planet link

3- 11 Tour Companies to Visit Egypt with link

Products

1- Universal All-in-One Travel Power Adapter link

2- Inflatable Travel Pillow link

3- Passport Hiding Belt link

Books

1- Essential Egypt by Fodor's link

2- Egypt by Lonely Planet link

3- 1000 Facts about Ancient Egypt by National Geographic link


Travel for Animal Experiences

Resources

1- A Quick Guide To Ethical Animal Tourism link 

2- Horseback rides in Colombia link

3- 9 Best Trips for Unforgettable Wildlife Encounters Around the World, According to Travel Experts link

4- How To Tell If An Animal Encounter Is Ethical link


Travel for Sporting Events

Resources

1- The Rickshaw Run link

2- Best Places to Experience Muay Thai in Thailand link

3- How To Visit The Olympic Games link


Travel for Disney

Resources

1- Adventures by Disney link

2- 20 Fun Things to Do at Disney link

3- Guide To Disneyland Parks Around The World link

4- Disney Running Events link

Books

1- 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime: Magical Experiences From Around the World by Marcy Smothers link 

2- The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World by Bob Sehlinger link

3- The Unofficial Guide to the Disney Cruise Line by Erin Foster link

Chapter 3 - The Great Outdoors

Play Pickleball

Resources

1- US Senior Pickleball Association link

2- USA Pickleball link

3- Pickleball Magazine 

4- How Pickleball Really Got its Name link

Products

1- Pickleball Paddle Balls Bag Set link

2- 12 Outdoor Pickleballs link

3- Pickleball Picker Upper link

Books

1- Pickleball Book For Beginners by Dennis Hall link

2- Smart Pickleball by Prem Carnot link

3- The Joy of Pickleball for the Senior Player by Mike Branon link


Practice Tai Chi

Resources

1- Best Online Tai Chi Classes link

2- Tai Chi for Seniors Online Info Guide link

3- 24 Tai Chi Movements link

Products

1- Tai Chi Fit Over 60 DVD link

2- Tai Chi for Beginners- 8 lessons DVD link

3- Tai Chi for Arthritis-12 lessons DVD link

4- Balance and Strength Exercises for Seniors -9 Practices DVD link

Books

1- The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi by Peter Wayne link

2- Tai Chi Illustrated by Pixiang Qiu link

3- Tai Chi for Beginners and the 24 forms by Dr. Paul Lam link


Learn Powered Paragliding

Resources

1- US Powered Paragliding Association link

2- How to Start Paramotoring link

3- Learn to fly FAQ's link

Products

1- Master Powered Paragliding 1- Ground Handling DVD link

2- Master Powered Paragliding 2- Advanced Launches DVD link

3- Master Powered Paragliding 3- Inflight Precision DVD link

Books

1- Powered Paragliding Bible by Jeff Goin link

2- Powered Parachute Flying Handbook by FAA link

3- The Complete Paramotor Pilots Book of Knowledge link


Play Disc Golf

Resources

1- The 17 Best Disc Golf Tips For Seniors link

2- Professional Disc Golf Association Seniors link

3- Disc Golf Rules link

Products

1- Disc Golf Set With 6 Discs and Bag link

2- Disc Golf Practice Basket link

3- Disc Golf Retriever Telescoping Pole link

Books

1- The Definitive Guide To Disc Golf by Justin Menickelli link

2- Zen and the Art of Disc Golf by Patrick McCormick link

3- Disc Golf Score Sheets link


Landscape Painting

Books

1- The Landscape Painters Workbook by Mitchell Albala link

2- Mastering Composition by Ian Roberts link

3- Carlson's Guide to Landscape Painting by John F. Carlson link


Play Lawn Croquet

Resources

1- How To Play Croquet link

Products

1- Croquet Set With Bag link

2- Croquet Set With Stand link

Books

1- Complete Croquet by James Hawkins link

2- Croquet The Sport by Jack R. Osborn link


Care for a Garden

Resources

1- 10 Top Gardening Tips For Beginners link

2- Benefits of Gardening For Seniors link

3- Vegetable Gardening For Beginners link 

Products

1- 83 Piece Gardening Set link

2- Gardening Gloves With Claws link

3- Hydroponic Growing System link

Books

1- Vegetable Gardening Handbook by Old Farmer's Almanac link

2- The Healing Garden: Cultivating Herbal Remedies by Juliet Blankespoor link

3- The Flower Gardener's Bible by Lewis Hill link


Kayak or Canoe

Resources

1- CDC Recommended Weekly Physical Activity link

2- 15 Best Inflatable Kayaks link

3- Travel and Leisure Best Kayaks link

4- How much physical activity do adults need link

5- 20 mins in nature reduces stress markers link

Products

1- Budget 1-Person Inflatable Kayak link

2- Budget 2-Person Inflatable Kayak link

3- Budget Electric Air Pump link

4- Waterproof Dry Bag link

Books

1- How to Paddle a Kayak by Scott Parsons link

2- Recreational Kayaking The Ultimate Guide link

3- The Practical Handbook of Kayaking and Canoeing by Bill Mattos link


Become a Street Performer

Books

1- Busking for Beginners by Gerald Helsden link

2- Stories of a Street Performer by Whit Pop Haydn link


Collect Things

Resources

1- Tips for Starting and Enjoying a Collection link

2- How to Start a Collection and 50+ Manly Collection Ideas link

3- 246 Cool Things To Collect link

Products

1- Acrylic Collectible Display Case link

2- 12 Cube Display Organizer link

3- Lighted Corner Display link

Books

1- Kovels Antiques and Collectibles Price Guide by Terry Kovel link

2- The NextGen Guide to Car Collecting by Robert C. Yeager link

3- The Ultimate Guide To Sea Glass Collecting by Mary Beth Beuke link


Build and Race Remote Control (RC) Vehicles

Resources

1- Radio Operated Auto Racing ROAR link

2- Is Remote Control Car Racing A Sport? Link

3- 5 Types Of RC Cars You Need To Know link

4- Drone Racing: Everything You Need to Know link

5- Drone Racing League link

Products

1- DJI FPV Drone Combo link

2- RC Car link

3- RC Plane link


Coach a Team

Resources

1- 6 Benefits of Coaching Team Sports link

2- How to Become A Youth Sports Coach link

3- 4 Benefits of Coaching In Old Age link

4- American Youth Sports Statistics link

Books

1- Sports Psychology For Youth Coaches by Ronald E. Smith link

2- Every Moment Matters: How the World's Best Coaches Inspire Their Athletes by John O'Sullivan link

3- Coaching Basketball For Dummies by Greg Bach link


Go Sunbathing

Resources

1- Sunlight and Your Health link

2- What Are The Benefits of Sunlight? Link

3- A Guide To Sunbathing And Sunburning link

Products

1- Set of 2 Reclining Zero Gravity Lounge Chairs link

2- Cobra Portable Mist Stand link

3- Womens Sun Straw Hat link


Try Geocaching

Resources

1- Geocaching app geocaching.com link

2- How to Geocache link

3- How to Get Started Geocaching link


Barbecue

Resources

1- 13 Pro Tips Every Beginner BBQer Should Know link

2- Top 10 Tips For Excellent Summer Grilling link

3- 100 Best Grilling Recipes For Summer link

Products

1- Propane Grill link

2- Charcoal Grill and Smoker link

3- Wireless Meat Thermometer link

Books

1- The Barbeque! Bible by Steven Raichlen link

2- Project Smoke: 7 Steps To Smoked Food Nirvana by Steven Raichlen link

3- The Ultimate Book of Grilling by Love Food link


Visit a Winery and Sit Outside

Resources

1- Is Red Wine Good For You- Medical News link

2- How to Taste Wine link

3- The Best Wineries in the US link

5- The Best 12 USA Wine Regions link

5- Top 7 US Wine Regions To Visit link

4- CDC Dietary Guidelines For Alcohol link

Products

1- Electric Wine Bottle Opener link 

2- Wine Set With Electric Opener, Electric Aerator, Vacuum Stoppers link

3- Jesus Touched My Water Funny Wine glass link

Books

1- Wine Folly: The Master Guide by Madeline Puckette link

2- Wine Simple by Aldo Sohm link

3- The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste by Rajat Parr link


Learn Bushcraft

Resources

1- Bushcraft Training For Beginners link

2- Bushcraft 101: Tools and Skills You Should Know link

3- Bushcraft Academy Master Class link

Products

1- Firestarter Survival Tool link

2- Bushcraft Survival Shovel Ax Tools link

3- Survival Camping Hammock link

Books

1- Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide To The Art Of Wilderness Survival by Dave Canterbury link

2- Bushcraft Illustrated by Dave Canterbury link

3- Ultimate Bushcraft Survival Manual by Tim MacWelch link

Chapter 4 - Discover New Experiences

Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride

Resources

1- 7 Reasons Why a Hot Air Balloon Ride is A Must Have Experience link 

2- 8 Reasons To Fly In a Hot Air Balloon link

3- How Dangerous Are Hot Air Balloon Rides link


Climb Mount Fuji

Resources

1- Climbing Mount Fuji Guide link

2- Plan your Fuji Hike link

3- Japan Visit link

Products

1- Reusable Rain Poncho link

2- Hiking backpack link

3- Collapsible Water Bottle link

4- Rosetta Stone Learn Japanese Software link

Books

1- Japan by Lonely Planet link

2- Essential Japan by Fodor's link

3- Learn Japanese for Beginners by Yuto Kanazawa link


Take a Ghost Tour

Resources

1- 10 Best Ghost Tours in The US link

2- Top 10 Ghost Tours for Halloween link

3- 15 of the Scariest Ghost Tours Around the World (and how to book) link

Books

1- Chasing Ghosts: A Tour Of Our Fascination With Spirits And The Supernatural by Marc Hartzman link

2- House of A Hundred Rooms: Tales The Ghost Tours Guides Do Not Tell by Keith J. Scales link

3- The Haunted Ghost Tour by Michelle Dorey link


Be a Member of a TV Audience

Main Show Ticket Resources

1- 1iota- www.1iota.com link

2- Onset Productions- https://onsetproductions.com link

3- On Camera Audiences- http://on-camera-audiences.com/shows link

4- Audiences Unlimited- www.tvtickets.com link

5- Applause Store- www.applausestore.com link

Resources

1- How To Become An Audience Member Of a TV Show link

2- How To Get TV Show Tickets In Los Angeles link

3- How To Attend Live TV Tapings In LA link

4- How To Appear On A Game Show link


Go Off-Roading

Resources

1- Types of Off-Road Vehicles link

2- 16 Amazing Off-Road Destinations in the US link

3- 7 of the Best Off-Road Adventures in the US link


Go Whale Watching

Resources

1- 15 Best Places In The US To Whale Watch And When link

2- Top 19 Best Whale Watching Places In The World link

3- 12 Interesting Facts About Whale link

Books

1- National Geographic Secrets of the Whales by Brian Skerry link

2- Spying on Whales: The Past, Present, and Future of Earth's Most Awesome Creatures by Nick Pyenson link

3- Handbook of Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises of the World by Mark Carwardine link


Go to a Parade

Resources

1- 12 Epic Parades In The US link

1- Best Parades In The World And Where To Find Them link

3- 20 of the World's Best Carnivals link

4- History of Mardi Gras link


Eat a New Orleans (or Disney) Beignet

Resources

1- 100 Most Popular Fried Donut Foods Around The World link 

2- What Fried Donut Looks Like Around The World link

3- Photo Proof That Nearly Every Culture Makes A Version Of Fried Dough. Because It's Delicious link

Products

1- Cafe Du Monde Beignet Mix link

2- Cafe Du Monde Coffee Chicory link

3- Mickey Mouse Shaped Cutter for Cookies, Sandwiches, Beignets link

Books

1- French Pastry 101: Learn 60 Beginner Friendly Recipes by Betty Hung link

2- Pastry Love by Joanne Chang link

3- Flour: Spectacular Recipes From Boston's Flour Bakery and Cafe by Joanne Chang link


Take an Overnight Train Journey

Resources

1- These are the Best Train Journeys in the World link

2- Readers' Choice Best Train Trips in the World link

3- The Man in Seat Sixty-One (Train Riding Resource) link

Books

1- Amazing Train Journeys by Lonely Planet link

2- Around the World In 80 Trains by Monisha Rajesh link

3- Trains: The Worlds Most Scenic Routes by Publications International LTD link


See the Northern Lights

Resources

1- The Northern Lights: What they are and how to see them link

2- Northern Lights, Explained link

3- 12 Best Places to See The Northern Lights Around The World link

Books

1- The Northern Lights: Celestial Performances of The Aurora Borealis by Daryl Pederson link

2- Spirits in the Sky: Northern Lights Photography by Paul Zizka link

3- Aurora: In Search Of The Northern Lights by Dr. Melanie Windridge link


Go Ax-Throwing

Resources

1- Ax Throwing 101 link


Learn to Fly

Resources

1- How much do flying lessons cost? link

2- Federal Aviation Regulations Pilots Portal link

3- King Schools Study Guides Videos Courses link

4- EAA AirVenture, the ultimate Airshow link

Products

1- Aviation Headset link

2- Flight Bag link

3- Vintage Aviator Hat and Goggles link 

Books

1- Jeppesson Private Pilot Manual link

2- Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge FAA-H-8083-25B link

3- Airplane Flying Handbook: FAA-H-8083-3C link


Visit Different Places of Worship

Resources

1- 21 of The Most Beautiful Sacred Sites That Every Traveler Should Visit link

2- 26 Stunning Churches, Mosques, And Temples Around The World link

3- The Future of Religion in America link

4- Religion by Country link

Books

1- Mosques: Splendors of Islam by Leyla Uluhanli link

2- Amazing Churches of The World by Michael Kerrigan link

3- Zen Gardens and Temples of Kyoto by John Dougill link

4- Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps, and Timelines by Rose Publishing link


Learn to Play Guitar

Resources

1- Free online guitar lessons link

2- Beginners Guide to Guitar link

3- Fender Beginners Hub link

Products

1- Fender Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar link

2- Electric Guitar & Amp link

3- Popular Ukulele link

Books

1- Teach Yourself to Play Guitar by David Brewster link

2- Acoustic Guitar Primer Book for Beginners by Bert Casey link

3- 21 Songs in 6 Days: Learn Ukulele by Rebecca Bogart link


Learn to Surf

Resources

1- Silver Surfers: A guide to surfing for older adults link

2- Learning to surf over age 50: 10 tips link

3- Golden Rules for Longboard Surfing link

Products

1- 9-foot Soft Top Surfboard link

2- Longboard soft vehicle rack link

3- Overhead Surfboard Storage Rack link

Books

1- Longboarders Start-up Guide by Doug Werner link

2- The History of Surfing by Matt Warshaw link

3- Surfer Magazine: 1960-2020 by Grant Ellis link


Get a Motorcycle License

Resources

1- Motorcycle Safety link

2- Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally link

3- How much does a motorcycle cost link

Products

1- Motorcycle phone mount link

2- Motorcycle gloves link

3- Motorcycle mask link

Books

1- Best Road Trips in the USA by Fodor's link

2- The most scenic drives in America by Readers Digest link

3- Motorcycle Journeys through North America by Dale Coyner link

Chapter 5 - Social Opportunities

Join a Bowling League

Resources

1- Tips for Senior Bowling Practice link

2- How to Bowl link

3- Bowling Cheat Sheet link

Products

1- Bowling Wrist Positioner link

2- Bowling Shoes link

3- Rolling Bowling Bag link

Books

1- Bowling Fundamentals by Michelle Mullen link

2- Personal Score Book by E. Gijon link

3- Amazing Sports Trivia by Michael Schleuter link


Work at a Sporting Venue

Resources

1- MVP Event Staffing link

2- Indeed Event Staff Employers link

3- Stadium Jobs link


Take Dance Lessons

Free Online Dance Lessons

1- www.movewithcolour.com link

2- "Learn How to Dance" channel on YouTube link

3- www.tapdancingresources.com link

4- www.ballroomdancers.com link

Resources

1- Arthur Murray Dance Studios link

2- 11 Fun Online Dance Classes link

3- Dance Exercises for Seniors link

Products

1- Dance Lessons 101 DVD link

2- Electronic Dance Mat Video Game link

3- Line Dancing DVD link 

4- Just Dance Nintendo Switch Game link

5- Chair Dancing DVD link

Books

1- Dancing with Arthritis at age 86 by H.B. Jones link

2- Appreciating Dance by Editors of Dance Horizons link

3- Taking the Lead by Derrek Hough link


Become a Beer Judge

Resources

1- BJCP Certification Program link

2- Beer Styles link

3- Homebrewers Association link

4- BJCP Exam Calendar link

Products

1- Assorted Beer Glasses link

2- Beer Flight Set link

3- All in One Beer Brewing Machine link

4- Portable Breath Alcohol Tester link

Books

1- Beer Bible by Jeff Alworth link

2- Tasting Beer by Randy Mosher link

3- Atlas of Beer by National Geographic link


Grow a Relationship

Resources

1- Relationship Building Activities For Couples link

2- 30 Couple Bonding Activities to Strengthen the Relationship link

3- 10 Ways to Create a Strong, Intimate Relationship link

4- A list of Thought Provoking Questions link

5- The 5 Love Languages link

Books

1- The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts by Gary Chapman link

2- Love More, Fight Less: Communication Skills Every Couple Needs: A Relationship Workbook for Couples by Gina Senarighi PhD CPC link

3- The Couple's Activity Book: 70 Interactive Games to Strengthen Your Relationship by Crystal Schwanke link

Chapter 6 - Arts and Crafts

Tap into the Art of Craft Making

Books

1- The Whole Craft of Spinning: From the Raw Material to the Finished Yarn by Carol Kroll link

2- Epoxy Resin Art for Beginners: The Most Amazing Resin Creations with Step-by-Step Instructions and Images to Follow | How to Make Lamps, Tables, Jewelry, Dioramas, and More! by Sarah Smith link

3- The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook: Traditional and Contemporary Techniques by Cecilia Cohen link

4- Macramè For Beginners: A Complete Guide to Learn about the Knots, Techniques, and Creative Projects of Macrame by Rachael White link

5- Complete Guide to Soap Carving: Tools, Techniques, and Tips (Fox Chapel Publishing) 26 Step-by-Step Projects & Comprehensive Guide, from Basic Methods for Beginners to Advanced Techniques for Artists by Janet Bolyard link

6- Beginner's Guide to Screen Printing: 12 beautiful printing projects with templates by Erin Lacy link

7- Learn to Burn: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started in Pyrography (Fox Chapel Publishing) Easily Create Beautiful Art & Gifts with 14 Step-by-Step Projects, How-to Photos, and 50 Bonus Patterns by Simon Easton link

8- Herrschners Learning to Weave by Deborah Chandler link

9- The Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started by Christina Anthis link

10- Wreaths for Every Season: 24 Projects to Make Throughout the Year by Stasie McArthur link


Use Paper to Make Art

Books

1- Quilling Art by Sena Runa link

2- The Complete Photo Guide to Card-making: More than 800 Large Color Photos by Judi Watanabe link

3- Origami Extravaganza! Folding Paper, a Book, and a Box: Origami Kit Includes Origami Book, 38 Fun Projects and 162 Origami Papers by Tuttle Publishing link

4- Practical Pop-Ups and Paper Engineering: A Step-By-Step Course In The Art Of Creative Card-Making, More Than 100 Techniques And Projects, In 1000 Photographs by Trish Phillips link

5- Extraordinary Things to Cut Out and Collage by Maria Rivan link

6- The Ultimate Guide to Modern Calligraphy & Hand Lettering for Beginners: Learn to Letter: A Hand Lettering Workbook with Tips, Techniques, Practice Pages, and Projects by June & Lucy link

7- Paper Monograms: Create Beautiful Quilled Letters by Stacy Bettencourt link

8- Make Animal Sculptures with Paper Mache Clay: How to Create Stunning Wildlife Art Using Patterns and My Easy-to-Make, No-Mess Paper Mache Recipe by Jonni Good link


Craft The Unusual

Books

1- Yarn Bombing: The Art of Crochet and Knit Graffiti: Tenth Anniversary Edition by Mandy Moore link

2- Arm Knitting: 30 no-needle projects for you and your home by Alpha link

3- Steampunk Your Wardrobe, Revised Edition: Sewing and Crafting Projects to Add Flair to Fashion by Calista Taylor link

4- Kintsugi: Finding Strength in Imperfection by Céline SANTINI link

5- The Beetle and Butterfly Collection - A Guide to Collecting, Arranging and Preserving Insects at Home by Harland Coultas link

6- The Artful Wooden Spoon: How to Make Exquisite Keepsakes for the Kitchen by Joshua Vogel link

7- Bogolanfini Mud Cloth by Sam Hilu  link

8- The Complete Book of Gourd Craft: 22 Projects, 55 Decorative Techniques, 300 Inspirational Designs by Ginger Summit  link

9- Bookbinding: A How To Guide by E. P. Carter  link

10- Pine Needle Basketry: From Forest Floor to Finished Project by Judy Mallow link

11- Needle Felting for Beginners: How to Sculpt with Wool by Roz Dace link

12- The Art of Pressed Flowers and Leaves: Contemporary techniques & designs by Jennie Ashmore link

13- Horseshoe Crafts: More Than 30 Easy Projects to Weld at Home by Barbie The Welder link

14- Tie-Dye 101: How to Make Over 20 Fabulous Patterns (Design Originals) Learn the Secrets of Paper Fold, Tying, and Crumple-Dye for Sunbursts, Strips, Circles, Swirls, & More, for Both Kids and Adults by Suzanne McNeill link


Use Machines to Make Crafts

Books

1- Cricut: 11 Books in 1 - A Beginner's Guide to Master Cricut the Quick & Easy Way | Get the Most Out of Your Machine, Draw From +310 Original Projects & Start Your DIY Business by Chloe Ross link

2- The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual by Elizabeth Keegan link

First Time Sewing: The Absolute Beginner's Guide by Editors Of Creative Publishing International link

3- LASER ENGRAVING: Engraving at the Speed of Light by J. Stephen Spence link

4- Circular Knitting Machine Patterns | Diana Levine Knits: 25 Patterns for Addi and Sentro Circular Knitting Machines by Diana Levine link

5- 3D Printing Projects by DK link

6- CNC Router Essentials: The Basics for Mastering the Most Innovative Tool in Your Workshop by Randy Johnson link

Chapter 7 - Cookin' it Up

Create Something Yummy

Books

1- Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners: An Ayurvedic Cookbook to Balance and Heal by Laura Plumb link

2- Project Smoke: Seven Steps to Smoked Food Nirvana, Plus 100 Irresistible Recipes by Steven Raichlen link

3- Ben & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book by Ben Cohen link

4- Fermented Hot Sauce Cookbook: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Hot Sauce From Scratch By Kristen Wood link

5- Mastering Pizza: The Art and Practice of Handmade Pizza, Focaccia, and Calzone by Marc Vetri link

6- Healing Herbal Teas: Learn to Blend 101 Specially Formulated Teas for Stress Management, Common Ailments, Seasonal Health, and Immune Support by Sarah Farr link

7- Tiki: Modern Tropical Cocktails by Shannon Mustipher link

8- Mocktails by Caroline Hwang link

9- The Farmhouse Culture Guide to Fermenting: Crafting Live-Cultured Foods and Drinks with 100 Recipes from Kimchi to Kombucha by Kathryn Lukas link


Try a New Kitchen Appliance

Resources

1- 30 of the Most Clever Smart Kitchen Appliances You Can Buy Online link

2- 20 Best Smart Kitchen Appliances That'll Up Your Chef Game link

3- 15 best-selling small appliances that reviewers love link

Chapter 8 - Games, Music, and Curiosity

Play a Game

Resources

1- The Best Adult Board Games on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers link

2- 36 Popular Board Games For Adults and Teens link

Products

1- Rummikub - The Original Rummy Tile Game link

2- SEQUENCE- Original SEQUENCE Game with Folding Board, Cards and Chips link

3- Trekking The National Parks Board Game - The Award-Winning Strategy Game for National Park Lovers link


Tap into Your Musical Side

Resources

1- The Surprising Benefits of Making Music Your Hobby link

2- What Is the Most Popular Instrument to Play? link

3- Learn Guitar with app and online at Fender Play link

4- Online Music Courses link


Thirst for Knowledge

Resources

1- TED Talks 4,200+ talks to stir your curiosity link

2- 210,000+ Online Video Courses link

3- Social Psychology Reciprocity link

4- Become a Positive Psychology Professional link

5- The 4 most accurate DNA test kits link

6- The importance of gut health link

7- 101 New Skills: Learn Something New link

8- 100 Thought-Provoking Questions link

Books

1- The Longevity Paradox: How to Die Young at a Ripe Old Age by Dr. Steven R Gundry MD  link

2- Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex by John Gray link

3- Art That Changed the World: Transformative Art Movements and the Paintings That Inspired Them by DK link

4- Smithsonian Handbook of Interesting Insects by Gavin Broad link

5- Prepper's Home Defense: Security Strategies to Protect Your Family by Any Means Necessary by Jim Cobb link

6- The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory by Brian Greene link

7- Stock Market 101: From Bull and Bear Markets to Dividends, Shares, and Margins―Your Essential Guide to the Stock Market by Michele Cagan CPA link

Chapter 9 - Use Technology

Turn Your House into a Smart Home

Resources

1- The Best Smart Home Devices link

2- 16 Smart Home Assistant Devices For Senior Safety link

3- Smart Home Devices For Seniors link

Products

1- Smart Plugs link

2- Smart Color Changing Dimmable Bulbs link

3- Smart Wireless Home Security System link

Books

1- Alexa For Seniors In Easy Steps by Nick Vandome link


Learn to Use All of Google's Free Resources

Resources

1- Google Resources and Tools link

2- Google Products link

3- Google Training link

4- 50 Google Search Statistics and Facts link

Product 

1- Google Pixel Phone link

2- Google Pixel Watch link

3- Chromebook Laptop link

4- Chromecast with Google TV link

Books

1- Gmail Seniors Guide by Jack Hillby link 

2- Google Apps Made Easy by James Bernstein  link

3- Google Workspace Guide 2022 by Henry Whelan link


Exercise at Home With Online Fitness

Resources

1- The Best Smart Fitness Mirrors link

2- Best Smart Treadmills link

3- The Very Best Smart Home Gym Machines link

4- The 10 Best Online Workout Programs link

5- 28 Free YouTube Fitness Channels to Keep You Moving link

6- 7 Online Workout Classes to Keep Seniors Fit and Healthy link

Books

1- 5-Minute Core Exercises for Seniors: Daily Routines to Build Balance and Boost Confidence by Cindy Brehse link

2- 6-Minute Fitness at 60+: Simple Home Exercises to Reclaim Strength, Balance, and Energy in 15 Days by Jonathan Su link

3- Stretching to Stay Young: Simple Workouts to Keep You Flexible, Energized, and Pain-Free by Jessica Matthews link


Take Control of Your Photos

Resources

1- Best Way To Store Photo link

2- 8 Cool Things To Do With Your Photos link

3- Google PhotoScan App link

Products

1- 5TB External Hard Drive link

2- Fire TV Stick 4K Max link

3- Echo Show 10 Smart Display link


Become a Virtual Reality (VR) Gamer

Resources

1- Best VR Headsets Now link

2- The 51 Best VR Games link

3- Best VR Games: Top Virtual Reality Experiences To Play Right Now link

Products

1- Meta Quest 2 VR Headset link

2- Playstation VR Bundle link

3- HTC Vive VR Headset link

Books

1- The Metaverse: Virtual lands, Avatars, NFTs, VR headsets, Blockchains. A First Insight to This New World Getting Ready For the Next Big Thing by Harrison Boyer link

2- Virtual & Augmented Reality For Dummies by Paul Mealy link

3- Virtual Reality by Samuel Greengard link

Chapter 10 - Healthy Mind

Adopt a Healthy Mindset

Books

1- The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale link 

2- Get Out of Your Head: Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts by Jennie Allen link

3- Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times by John Eldredge link

4- Keys to a Successful Retirement: Staying Happy, Active, and Productive in Your Retired Years by Fritz Gilbert link

5- You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter by Dr. Joe Dispenza link


Stay Mentally Sharp

Resources

1- Cognitive Health and Older Adults link

2- Harvard Medical School on Memory link

3- 11 Methods for Improving Your Memory link

Books

1- The Better Brain Book: The Best Tool for Improving Memory and Sharpness and Preventing Aging of the Brain by David Perlmutter link

2- Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth About Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar - Your Brain's Silent Killers by David Perlmutter link

3- The Fun and Relaxing Adult Activity Book: With Easy Puzzles, Coloring Pages, Writing Activities, Brain Games and Much More by Fun Adult Activity Book link


Adopt an Animal

Resources

1- Humane Society Adoption Info link

2- ASPCA Adoption link

3- Pet Adoption Websites link

4- Differences between Dog and Cat People link

Products

1- Retractable Dog Leash with Dispenser link

2- Talking Pet Starter Kit link

3- Long Handle Pooper Scooper link

Books

1- Every dog: 450 Breeds by Nancy Hajeski link

2- Zak George's Dog Training Revolution by Zak George link

3- The Complete Guide to Adopting a Cat by Laura Cassiday link


Practice Happiness Habits

Resources

1- Positive Psychology Strategies for Increased Happiness link

2- What Is Positive Psychology & Why Is It Important? link

3- How to be happy link