ForeverWell (including Active Older Adults)

ForeverWell (including Active Older Adults)

What is ForeverWell at the YMCA?

ForeverWell programs are aimed at engaging empty nesters, retirees, and older adults with a focus on maintaining wellness throughout the spectrum of life.

ForeverWell workshops, classes and events will keep you forever belonging, forever learning, and forever moving — no matter your age.

AOA Bingo

YMCA at Pabst Farms
9/12/25 - 12/12/25
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Join in for Bingo! Select Fridays at 1pm! Great fun, friends, prizes and light refreshments. Register today.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
11/21/22 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 2.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/12/25
Fr - 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Closes
09/09/2025
10/10/25
Fr - 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Register  
Closes
10/07/2025
11/14/25
Fr - 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Closes
11/11/2025
12/12/25
Fr - 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Closes
12/09/2025

Beach Boys Tribute Show

YMCA at Pabst Farms
8/13/25 - 8/13/25
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Surf right back to 1960’s California with this sensational tribute to the Beach Boys. Coach bus to Memories Theater in Port Washington. Included is a delicious sit-down lunch. See flyer for details.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
3/31/25 6/6/25 Online / Front Desk $ 105.00$ 110.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
08/13/25
We - 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Waiting List  

Beginner Sign Language

YMCA at Pabst Farms
6/19/25 - 8/14/25
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Learn the basics of sign language from an instructor who communicates daily using her hands. For ages 12 and up. Kids younger than 12 may register for class with a registered person 16 or older.

Registering with a partner is helpful for practicing purposes, but not necessary.

*We will NOT meet for class on Thu, July 3rd due to the holiday.*


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
7/18/24 6/13/25 Online / Front Desk $ 52.00$ 74.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/19/25 - 08/14/25
Th - 6:00 pm - 6:50 pm
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Closes
06/13/2025

Celebration Belle Cruise

YMCA at Pabst Farms
7/16/25 - 7/16/25
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Register today for a 4-hour narrated tour of the mighty Mississippi River! Includes sticky rolls and fruit for a snack, a full lunch, and beautiful sightseeing. This trip always sells out quickly!

 


Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/16/25
Waiting List  

Classic Movie Day - Ehlinger Center

Watertown Area YMCA
8/15/25 - 8/15/25
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Watch a classic movie with your Y friends in the conference room.  Come early to enjoy snacks and conversations before the movie.  We will vote on what movie is shown.  Watch our social media to cast your ballot.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
2/12/25 8/13/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
08/15/25
Movie - Fr - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Disco Divas Symphony Trip

YMCA at Pabst Farms
9/28/25 - 9/28/25
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Join us for a Sunday matinee show featuring the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and three powerhouse vocalists who will take us right back to the era of Disco! Afterward, we will enjoy a buffet dinner at the Golden Corral.

See Disco Divas flyer for all the details.


Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/28/25
Su - 12:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Closes
08/06/2025

Farmer's Market Potluck Picnic - Ehlinger Center

Watertown Area YMCA
7/18/25 - 7/18/25
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Bring a dish to pass and join in fellowship with your Y friends.  Weather permitting, we can eat outside.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
2/12/25 7/18/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/18/25
Potluck Picnic - Fr - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Floral Arranging Workshop- Ehlinger Center

Watertown Area YMCA
6/13/25 - 6/13/25
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Draeger’s Floral staff will share how to arrange your own floral bouquet.  Bring a cup or mug.

$22 for each participant

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 10th at Noon


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
1/31/25 6/10/25 Online / Front Desk $ 22.00$ 22.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Minimum Deposit Special Rate
06/13/25
Floral Arranging - Fr - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$ 22.00 $22 Register  
Closes
06/10/2025

Lake Geneva: Narrated Lake Cruise and Pier 290 Lunch

YMCA at Pabst Farms
6/19/25 - 6/19/25
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This is a rain or shine trip! Enjoy a two hour narrated cruise learning about Lake Geneva’s history aboard the “Walworth’, a beautiful boat with both enclosed and  open air spaces. You will cruise after a delicious lunch at Pier 90. There will be time to explore the downtown between lunch and cruise.


Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/19/25
Registration
Closed

Nashville and Louisville, 100th Opry Birthday, Cash or Check

YMCA at Pabst Farms
10/8/25 - 10/12/25
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Celebrate the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Birthday in person! You will stay at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel, enjoy a backstage tour of the Opry, and spend time in Louisville, KY, to visit the Slugger Museum, Churchill Downs, and the Kentucky Derby Museum! Details on the flyer.


Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/08/25 - 10/12/25
Waiting List  

Sheepshead at the Y

YMCA at Pabst Farms
8/22/25 - 12/19/25
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Join us to play Wisconsin’s #1 card game, Sheepshead! Beginners will learn the game together. Those proficient at play will get right down to it! Facilitated by Sheepshead enthusiast, Aaron Lang. Select Fridays at 10;30am.

Please register by the day prior to aid in room set-up.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
5/20/25 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 2.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
08/22/25
Fr - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Closes
08/21/2025
09/26/25
Fr - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Closes
09/25/2025
10/24/25
Fr - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Register  
Closes
10/23/2025
11/21/25
Fr - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Closes
11/20/2025
12/19/25
Fr - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Closes
12/18/2025

Spooktacular Halloween Trip

YMCA at Pabst Farms
10/28/25 - 10/28/25
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Ride along with us to Legacy Theater in Wisconsin Dells for a Halloween show featuring your favorite holiday monsters! Enjoy music, dancing, comedy and interactive fun! A veritable spooktacular! Included in your price are: motor coach transportation, show admission, a 3-course meal, and all gratuities. Register early as trips sell out quickly!


Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/28/25
Tu
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Closes
09/05/2025

Understanding Medicare Educational Seminar

YMCA at Pabst Farms
9/16/25 - 10/7/25
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Free educational seminar on Medicare parts A, B, C & D. Additional topics include: Eligibility, enrollment, supplemental insurance, special enrollment periods, and transitioning from employee to retiree. This is not a sales presentation.

Registration online or at member services is required, please.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
6/4/24 10/7/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/16/25
Tu - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Register  
Closes
09/14/2025
09/16/25
Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register  
Closes
09/14/2025
10/07/25
Tu - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Register  
Closes
10/05/2025
10/07/25
Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Closes
10/05/2025

Writing Class: The Second Half of Life

YMCA at Pabst Farms
8/12/25 - 8/26/25
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The second half of life is not defined by a particular age, but rather, when we recognize the need to reconsider who we are apart from occupations, daily duties and our past. Led by psychotherapist, author, and university instructor Joanne Nelson, you will reflect and write about what may be to come.

Class Dates: Tuesdays, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

*Bring your laptop or paper and pen.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
7/24/24 8/26/25 Online / Front Desk $ 75.00$ 95.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
08/12/25 - 08/26/25
Tu - 9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Closes
08/06/2025