Join us for one, two, or all three free hour-long workshops addressing small changes we can make to age beautifully and brilliantly! See flyer for details of each session.

Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am

10/13 Secrets of the World’s Longest-Lived Minds: Lessons from the Blue Zones

10/20 Know Your Brain: Assessing Your Cognitive Health and Creating a Personal Plan

10/27 Beyond Diet & Exercise: The Hidden Keys to a Healthy Brain

Learn the basics of sign language from an instructor who has used this form of communication with speech-delayed kids and in customer service roles.

For ages 12+. Kids younger than 12 may register for class with a registered person 16 or older.

Join us for Christmas themed BINGO! We will provide the game materials and snacks, just bring yourself and a friend. Fitness staff will be present to share holiday health tips. There will be multiple chances to win a prize!

Meet in the Multipurpose room across from the stairs and elevator on the same level as the entrance.

Hearing loss may be a gradual  process and can affect many facets of daily life. Attend one of the information sessions, get answers to your questions, and determine possible next steps to test and/or improve hearing for yourself or a loved one.

Mon, 9/14 or Tue, 11/10

Information and Q&A 11-11:45am.

Free optional 2 minute hearing screening by licensed hearing instrument specialist, Donna Crain, 11:45am-12:30pm. Please register for information session. Screening is a drop-in service.

Blue Christmas? Not this year! Elvis will entertain us with live music after we enjoy a catered hot buffet lunch! Phenomenal way to kick off the Christmas season!

Register early as this event sells out annually.

Please join us for a FREE Lunch ‘n’ Learn style seminar to find out what estate documents you will need, when they need to be updated and the do’s and don’ts of planning for your financial future.  This will include an introduction to funeral pre-planning and pre-funding.  No products will be sold.  Lunch will be provided.  If you have dietary restrictions, please follow the prompts when you register.

Professionals that will be presenting:

• Claudia Murray, Pre-planning Specialist, Pederson-Nowatka Funeral Homes
• Zachary J. Hetfield, Attorney, Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes, Hetfield & Associates, S.C.
• Wassim Malas, Attorney, Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes, Hetfield & Associates, S.C.

It is no secret that we all need strength training as we get older. It helps ward off age-related muscle loss, keeps bones strong, promotes mobility, and also combats depression and cognitive decline. This class is designed to improve your strength and enhance your balance using weights, resistance equipment and body weight while working on functional movements to help you maintain independence and prevent falls.

Tues/Thurs 11:15-12pm- Liz O

It is no secret that we all need strength training as we get older. It helps ward off age-related muscle loss, keeps bones strong, promotes mobility, and also combats depression and cognitive decline. This class is designed to improve your strength and enhance your balance using weights, resistance equipment and body weight while working on functional movements to help you maintain independence and prevent falls.

Tues/Thurs 11:15-12pm- Liz O

Join in for Bingo! Select Fridays at 1pm! Great fun, friends, and prizes. Bring a snack for yourself or one to share, if you’d like.  Register today.

Come on in to engage your brain in a few games of bridge! We have reserved the first Friday of each month for you in the Senior Center Room. 8:30-10:30am.

Please register in advance so we can set up the room appropriately. Can’t wait to see you!

Relax while creating your very own landscape painting on canvas! You will be lead through each step of creating an acrylic landscape painting by artist and Healthy Minds Program Director, Mel Kistner.

No art experience needed! Beginners are welcome to this workshop and you will take home an 11″x14″ canvas.

All supplies are included in your registration fee.

This class is ideal for:

People turning 65 in the next 6 months, those transitioning from employer coverage, family members helping an aging parent, and anyone looking for a Medicare refresher or updates.

Information covered:

Medicare Parts A&B basics, enrollment timelines and key deadlines, Medicare Advantage vs Medicare Supplements, prescription drug coverage, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

This is not a sales presentation. Information only. Register today for this free seminar.

Whether you’re an experienced rider or just getting comfortable on two wheels, this ride is all about fun, community, and enjoying the journey together. Routes will use bike trails as much as possible while also giving riders the opportunity to learn tips for riding safely and confidently in traffic from leaders and volunteers. Stop for ice cream or snack along the way.

*Bring: bike, helmet, water bottle

All skill levels welcome!

Please register for each ride.

Kick off your weekend by dining with friends! Ron’s Cozy Corner Restaurant has our table waiting!

Fri, Sept 18th, meet at Ron’s at 11:30am

Register and pay through the Y. Tax and tip are included, so on Sept 18th, you can leave your wallet at home!

Your choices at registration are:

Family Style Fish Fry, fries, coleslaw, potato salad, and rye bread  $17.35

Baked cod, fries, coleslaw, potato salad, and rye bread  $19.85

Lake perch, walleye, or blue gill, baked or fried, fries, coleslaw, potato salad, and rye bread  $19.85

Coffee, soda, iced tea, lemonade, milk, or chocolate milk  $3.75

What is Rummikub? It’s a tile-based game that combines the strategy of the card game Rummy with the layout of Mahjong. Some strategy, some luck.

The games will be on the front lobby tables Tuesdays 8-10am and  Fridays 8-11am. Grab a couple friends, take 10 minutes to learn the game, and enjoy your new favorite pastime!

Rummikub games will also be available for your use any time. Just ask for the lounge Game Hub cupboard key at the front Welcome Desk.

You spoke, we listened! Sheepshead in 2026 will meet every Friday from 10:30am-12:30pm! Register once for the entire year! No fee. Just fun and friends!

Feel free to bring a snack and/or beverage for yourself or to share!

*No Sheepshead July 31 and Christmas Day*

Boost your walk!  Trekking poles enhance your stability, work your arms, shoulders and core and help you burn more calories.  Dr. Joy Cochran will teach you what kind of poles you need and how to use them.

Located in the Conference Room at the Collective – enter through the 24/7 doors on the river side, go straight, the room is on the right side