Why I’m Bringing Boomernology to NYC Yard Sales This Month
This month, you won’t just find me behind a screen helping older adults.
You’ll find me out in the streets of New York City—literally.
I’m setting up at local yard sales across the city, starting with the Manhattan Plaza Tenants Association (MPTA) Annual Block Festival in Hell’s Kitchen on Saturday, September 13th, from 10 am to 5 pm, right near my office on West 43rd Street. Then I’ll be at the West 104th Street Block Association Yard Sale on Saturday, September 27th, from 10 am to 5 pm.
My mission? To bring tech support face-to-face with the people who need it most.
Why Yard Sales?
Last year at the West 104th Street Block Association Yard Sale, I wrote about how yard sales aren’t really about the stuff—they’re about connection. You can read that story here.
That’s what I love about New York City, especially in the fall. The crisp air. The orange leaves. Neighbors coming together.
Sure, you’ll see boxes of old books and kitchen gadgets nobody remembers how to use. But the real magic is in the conversations—people stopping by, trading laughs, and sharing what they know.
That’s exactly what Boomernology is built on: connection.
Technology should feel the same way. A bridge, not a barrier. Something that helps us stay close to family, friends, and the world around us.
What You’ll See at My Table
When you stop by, you won’t find knick-knacks. You’ll find free tech help.
Here’s what I’ll be doing:
Helping seniors unlock phones, set up emails, and join group texts
Sharing quick tips to stay safe online and avoid scams
Answering questions about laptops, tablets, Wi-Fi, printers—you name it
Handing out my free Boomer’s Easy Tech Fix Guide (while supplies last!)
It’s not about selling. It’s about showing that technology doesn’t have to be scary—it can be simple, empowering, even fun.
More Than Just Tech
I’ll never forget last year at the 104th Street sale, when I helped a woman fix her Wi-Fi on the spot. She’d been frustrated for weeks, and when her connection came back, her face lit up with relief. That’s what this is all about.
That’s why I do this. Relief. Confidence. A smile.
Tech support doesn’t just happen in offices or on Zoom. It happens wherever people gather. And in New York City, that includes yard sales.
Practical Tips (You Can Try Right Now)
If you’re feeling a little stuck with your tech, here are three simple things you can try today:
Quick Fixes: Can’t open an app? Stuck in settings? Write down the problem as you see it. Naming the issue often makes it easier to solve.
Basic Lessons: Want to send an email or join a video call? Break it down into steps: open, type, click. Take your time. Repeat as needed.
Hands-On Practice: The more you tap, swipe, and scroll, the more natural it feels. Don’t be afraid to practice—it’s how we all learn.
Tech Woes, We’ve All Been There
Let’s be honest. Technology can make anyone want to scream sometimes. Who hasn’t had autocorrect change “Hi, Grandma” into “Hi, Grandmaster”
That frustration is normal. The difference is having someone patient to sit beside you and figure it out. That’s what Boomernology is all about.
A Friendly Reminder
I’ll be at the MPTA Block Festival in Hell’s Kitchen on Saturday, Sept 13, and the West 104th Street Yard Sale on Saturday, Sept 27 — both from 10–5. Come by, bring your device or your questions, or just stop to say hi.
You might leave with a new skill—or maybe even a new friend.
The Power of Connection
At its core, this isn’t really about tech.
It’s about people.
Technology is just the bridge.
A bridge to staying in touch with family.
A bridge to sharing stories.
A bridge to community.
That’s the real spirit of New York City—neighbors helping neighbors.
The Invitation
So if you’re around, come stop by. If not, remember that Boomernology is here all year, bringing personalized, in-home luxury tech support to NYC’s Baby Boomers and Seniors.
Book a session or learn more at boomernology.com
And if you know a neighbor, parent, or friend who could use a little tech confidence, forward this post or email to them. You never know whose Saturday stroll could turn into a digital breakthrough.
Stay connected—see you at the yard sale!
Dave
