AARP's 2014 Almanac offers facts, figures and forecasts relevant to people who are 50+. With a newly revised format, you'll find dozens of categories-
What I really know: These poignant personal reflections were submitted by readers like you on topics ranging from voting to spring cleaning to caregiving.
History and current events: 2014 is a significant year, marking, among other events, the 50th anniversary of the pivotal Civil Rights Act; the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, which paved the way for the rapid escalation of U.S. military involvement in Vietnam; and the Beatles' debut on "The Ed Sullivan Show." History buffs will find 365 days of historical events.
Freebies and savings tips: Save money in 2014. Learn where to go for free stuff year round-from good-for-you yoga classes to decadent doughnuts. You'll also find the best seasonal buys (yep, sheets in January), scams to avoid and sales tax holidays in your state.
Fun places to go this year: Here you'll find ideas for inexpensive, fun travel around the country-from events on this side of the pond marking the anniversary of D-Day to pumpkin-hurling contests. Each month also offers lists of film festivals, book fairs and cooking festivals nationwide.
Birthdays: Who got the idea of going into law after watching "Perry Mason" on TV? Find who is celebrating a milestone birthday this year, along with fun facts about them, in this year's almanac.
Diet, health and recipes: If staying fit's a struggle, and dieting means deprivation, try our way. This year's almanac offers easy fitness-by-the-month tips; power foods for the 50+; delicious (and yes, healthy) recipes using seasonal foods; and immunizations you need this year.
Timely stuff: You'll find a plain-language preview of the Supreme Court cases that impact you. Also see the Medicare and other deadlines as well as national observances that you need to know about.
So jump into the topics that interest you, or just browse. Let's get started!
