Greater Joliet Area YMCA

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA

C.W. Avery, Central City, Galowich, Morris

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Make a Difference This Holiday Season by Participating in the Galowich Family YMCA’s Giving Tree

We invite you to join the Galowich Family YMCA in spreading cheer this holiday season by participating in our 2023 Giving Tree program. All items collected will be wrapped and given to YMCA families in need this Christmas season.

To participate, select an ornament tag from the wall next to the Christmas Tree in the lobby at the Galowich Family YMCA. Each tag describes an item on a child’s wish list. Members are welcome to select more than one gift. Return your unwrapped gift(s), with the ornament tag attached, by Friday, December 15 to the Membership Desk.

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C.W. Avery Family YMCA Members Eligible for Jumpstart Your Health Program Special Offer from Edward-Elmhurst Health

Beginning Tuesday, January 24 at 6 p.m., Edward-Elmhurst Health will offer Jumpstart Your Health with Group Lifestyle Balance™ in-person at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA.

What is Jumpstart Your Health?
Jumpstart Your Health is a year-long lifestyle change program designed to help people lose weight, increase activity and prevent disease. Jumpstart Your Health utilizes Group Lifestyle Balance™, a research-based curriculum that helps individuals make lasting lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes, cardiovascular disease and develop healthy lifestyle habits.

What will the program entail?
-1 hour group classes with a trained lifestyle coach
-22 total classes over the one-year program (Class will meet weekly for the first two months, bimonthly for months 3-6, then monthly for months 7-12)
-Education on nutrition, physical activity and behavior modification
-Self-monitoring of weight, food and activity
-A trained lifestyle coach to help guide and encourage you
-Support from other participants with the same goals as you

Are you a candidate?
Jumpstart Your Health is for anyone over the age of 25 looking to lose weight and take charge of their health. A one year commitment is required. Attendance at class is a key indicator of success in the program.

How much does it cost?
The one year program fee is $199 for C.W. Avery YMCA members and $249* for non-members.

*May be eligible for FSA/HSA reimbursement. Not covered by most insurance.

To register for the class with this offer, please call Class Registration at 630-527-6363 and let them know you would like to sign up for the Jumpstart class at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA. Non-members may call Class Registration or email [email protected] for more information.

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Greater Joliet Area YMCA Members Invited to Complete Aquatics Survey

Each year, the Y welcomes individuals of all ages to learn the invaluable life skill of swimming at our facilities. And now we’d like to hear from you. As we strive to meet the ever-evolving needs of our YMCA community, we have designed a short electronic survey to gather feedback. This survey only takes a few minutes to complete, and those who complete the survey will be entered into a raffle to win a free session of YMCA swim lessons. (One winner per branch.)

Select your local Y branch below below to begin:

C.W. Avery Family YMCA

Galowich Family YMCA

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Greater Joliet Area YMCA Locations Holding Food Drives To Support Local Food Pantries

September is National Hunger Action Month and the Y invites members to contribute to a community food drive benefitting local food pantries. Collection will run through the end of the month. Residents can help by dropping off nonperishable donations at their local Y branch:

C.W. Avery Family YMCA

Address:
15120 Wallin Drive
Plainfield, IL 60544

Partnering with the Village of Plainfield, the Plainfield Park District, the Plainfield Area Public Library, Plainfield School District 202, and the Plainfield-Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce to collect items for Bags of Hope, a private backpack food program, the Plainfield Area Interfaith Food Pantry, and St. John Lutheran Church Food Pantry.

Galowich Family YMCA

Address:
749 Houbolt Road
Joliet, IL 60431

Collecting donations in support of MorningStar Mission in Joliet.

Morris Community YMCA

Address:
320 Wauponsee Street
Morris, IL 60450

Collecting donations in support We Care of Grundy.

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Community Happens Here: Greater Joliet Area YMCA Set to Partner with Joliet Junior College for Culinary Classes

The YMCA is teaming up with our partners at Joliet Junior College to offer a number of exciting culinary classes this fall. Open to the community, all classes will be held at the Joliet Junior College City Center Campus, which is located at 235 N. Chicago Street in Joliet.

Make your plans to join us!

NUTRITION ON THE GO (All Ages)
Date: Thursday, September 28
Time: 6-8 p.m.

In this class, you will learn how to pack the perfect snack to keep you fueled throughout the day. You will create several snack options to sample and take home. This class is open to all ages. Students under 15 should be accompanied by parent/guardian.

Instructor: Chef Milla
Cost: $49
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HEALTHY FALL CUISINE (Ages 15 and up)
Date: Tuesday, October 3
Time: 6-9 p.m.

Fall harvest brings an abundance of healthy choices to add to the table.  Pumpkin, squash, sweet potatoes, eggplant, turnips, and apples are just some examples of the fall bounty nature provides. This class will teach you how to make a perfectly balanced, fall-inspired meal.

Instructor: Chef Lesley
Cost: $69
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BEER AND HORS D’OEUVRES (Ages 21 and up)
Date: Thursday, October 12
Time: 6-9 p.m.

Grab your friends and enjoy a night out! Our Chef will demonstrate how to create BEERy delicious hors d’oeuvres for you to sample and pair with a complementing pilsner, ale, IPA, or stout. Alcohol will be served. Students must be over 21 to participate.

Instructor: Chef Fred
Cost: $69
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HEALTHY COOKING (Ages 15 and up)
Date: Wednesday, October 18
Time: 6-9 p.m.

Knowing different, but simple recipes can help you live a healthier lifestyle. In this hands-on cooking class, you will learn tips and tricks to create well-balanced, healthy meals.

Instructor: Chef Lesley
Cost: $69
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WINE AND CHEESE PAIRING (Ages 21 and up)
Date: Thursday, November 2
Time: 6-9 p.m.

In this class, you’ll learn the secrets of successful wine and cheese pairing by sampling five different wines and a variety of cheeses from countries around the world. Alcohol will be served. Students must be over 21 to participate.

Instructor: Chef Fred
Cost: $69
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Join the Y for Exciting Fab 50 Events and Programs This Fall

August 21 is World Senior Citizen’s Day and the Greater Joliet Area YMCA wants to celebrate by letting you know about the wonderful lineup of events and programs seniors can enjoy this fall at our Y branches!

Senior Health and Wellness Fair (Open to all Greater Joliet Area YMCA Facility Members and Community Members)
Festivities will promote healthy living and connect area seniors with a variety of resources in the Plainfield area. Stop by for raffles and giveaways, complimentary refreshments, and more!
Date: Wednesday, August 30
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Cost: Free

Fab 50 Adventures (Open to all Greater Joliet Area YMCA Facility Members and Community Members)

Let’s Taco ‘Bout it Luncheon
You won’t have to go south of the border for this fiesta luncheon! Please join us for a Mexican feast and fellowship.
Date: Friday, September 8
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
Location: C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Cost: $12
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Romeoville Area Historical Museum
Learn about the history of Romeoville and its surrounding communities through preserved artifacts, documents, and photographs! Lunch will be held at Tasty Waffle following the tour. 
Date: Monday, September 18
Time: 10 a.m.
Location:
14 Belmont Drive
Romeoville, IL 60446
Cost: $Free (Participants are responsible for the cost of their own lunch.)
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Masquerade Murder Mystery at the Jacob Henry Mansion
Participants are invited to don evening wear, ball gowns, Venetian masks, suits, and tuxes for this high class night of masks and mystery solving. Event includes a self-guided tour of the Jacob Henry Mansion.
Date: Thursday, October 26
Time: 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Location: Jacob Henry Mansion, Joliet
Cost: $55 (Lunch included)
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Macy’s Walnut Room
This trip to Chicago will get you in the holiday spirit! Enjoy a festive lunch and then explore the shops of Water Tower Plaza.
Date: Friday, November 17
Time: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location:
111 N State Street
Chicago, IL 60602
Cost: $TBD (Transportation included)
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Cinderella Theatre Performance
Join us for a delicious lunch followed by a performance of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook.
Date: Thursday, December 14
Time: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Location:
100 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Cost: $100 (Lunch included)
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C.W. Avery Family YMCA

Fab 50 Bowlers
Hit the lanes and enjoy great company!
Dates:
September 14 and 28
October 12 and 26
November 9
December 4
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $8 per session ($10 with shoes)
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Fab 50 Walkers
Exercise the easiest way, with a group of your closet friends! Program is weather permitting.
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:15-9 a.m.
Location: Various, meet at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Cost: Free and open to all

Fab 50 Social Hour
Join this social group that meets weekly for fun and fellowship.
Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m-12 p.m.
Location: C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Cost: Free and open to all

Galowich Family YMCA

Fab 50 Potluck
Join this social group that meets weekly for fun and fellowship. Bring your favorite dish to share!
Date: Wednesday, September 13
Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Location: Galowich Family YMCA
Cost: Free and open to all
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Fab 50 Halloween Bash
Put on your dancing shoes and your spookiest costume because the Galowich Family YMCA is inviting the community to a Halloween Bash! Join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship with entertainment provided by Sandi Haynes and the Blue Rocket Band!
Date: Wednesday, October 25
Time: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Location: Galowich Family YMCA
Cost: $15
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Fab 50 Crafters
Enjoy an afternoon with fellow Y members and friends while making crafts. All craft supplies will be provided.
Date: Wednesday, October 11
Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Location: Galowich Family YMCA
Cost: Free and open to all
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Intro to Pickleball
Invite a friend and join us for a game or two of this popular, new paddle sport designed for players of all skill levels.
Dates and Times:
Tuesdays (6:15-7:45 p.m.)
Fridays (9-10:30 a.m.)
Location: Galowich Family YMCA
Cost: Free for Facility Members/$5 for Community Members
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Morris Community YMCA

Fab 50 Game Club
The Fab 50 Game Club is a group that meets for fun and fellowship. We mingle with friends, play games, and have potlucks, all while having a great time.
Dates: September 7, October 12, November 9, December 11
Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Location: Morris Community YMCA
Cost: Free for Facility Members/$5 for Community Members
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Fab 50 Walkers
Come join us for an outdoor walk! Program is weather permitting.
Date and Time: Fridays 9-10 a.m.
Location: Various, meet at Morris Community YMCA
Cost: Free for Facility Members/$5 for Community Members
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Pickleball
Invite a friend and join us for a game or two of this popular, new paddle sport designed for players of all skill levels. No class Monday, September 4th Labor Day.
Dates and Times:
Mondays and Wednesdays (10-11:30 a.m.)
Tuesdays and Thursdays (7:30-9 p.m.)
Location: Shabbona Middle School Gym
Cost: $24 for Facility Members, $48 for Community Members
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