Active seniors can find fun activities and information to enhance their life at Thrive Dorchester – Senior Life After 55. The annual lifestyle expo returns to Cambridge on Friday, Nov. 15. Exhibitors, food and activities run 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Intergenerational Center at Chesapeake Grove.

Admission is free and open to all. The 2024 showcase is presented by the Dorchester Banner—supported by sponsors M.S. Shariff, MD PA; the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health; and event partner Delmarva Community Services, Inc.

“Thrive” events are all about the older adult lifestyle. Guests can peruse the expo floor, pick up some expert knowledge on health, home and much more. The venue staff will also offer tours of the Intergenerational Center.

“The room is buzzing with energy as guests make the rounds and learn more about tons of topics, sign up for door prizes, watch demonstrations and spend time exploring,” said Jessica Cook, special events manager for the Banner.

“As life expectancy grows, so does the interest in exploring ‘second acts’ and new adventures. This event includes practical needs of seniors as well as exciting new opportunities that cater to a growing demographic,” Cook said.

Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day, and you don’t have to be present to win. Lunch options will be available for purchase at the Intergenerational Center.

Plus, check the presentation schedule to have fun or learn something new. Excite your taste buds with a cooking demo. Unwind over chess and checkers. Recenter the mind, body and soul with an after-lunch interlude. Then reinvigorate for the afternoon with a line dancing demonstration, which always gets guests on the dance floor. The day wraps with Bingo grams (including prizes).

It’s a great opportunity for both lifelong residents and newer homemakers—or even people about to make the move.

The company has hosted successful Thrive events for several years in Cambridge, plus in other communities, where guests are often amazed at the breadth of services available in the community.

Parking is free at Chesapeake Grove, 108 Chesapeake Street, Cambridge, Md.

Find the “Thrive Dorchester” program book within the Nov. 13 edition of the Dorchester Banner and online that day at https://sections.iniusa.org. Find a full schedule and vendor list online at www.DelmarvaEvents.net.