Special Programs Social Events

Special Programs Social Events

Special Programs social events provide individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities a chance to spend time with old friends, build new relationships, experience a variety of activities, and grow their independence while having some fun at the Y.

Dinner and a Movie - Pabst Farms

YMCA at Pabst Farms
6/20/25 - 8/15/25
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Lights, camera, action! Enjoy a night at the Y with your friends! Includes dinner and the viewing of a movie at the YMCA.  Movies will be rated PG or PG 13.

** Program Not Eligible for Funding Use**


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
Member and Community Participant Registration 8/14/24 8/20/25 Online / Front Desk $ 25.00$ 40.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/20/25
June Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
15 / 24 Available
Registration
Closed on
06/18/2025
07/18/25
July Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
18 / 24 Available Register  
Closes
07/16/2025
08/15/25
August Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
19 / 24 Available Register  
Closes
08/13/2025

Summer Trips

Watertown Area YMCA
7/7/25 - 8/4/25
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Let’s get out of the YMCA and have some fun around Wisconsin this Summer.

Trips are designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities aged 14 and over.

If you have never participated in programs with the YMCA before please contact Kathy Sheridan, Special Programs Coordinator, at [email protected] to arrange an intake meeting before registering.

State and County funding are not accepted for these programs as admission fees and food are not allowable expenses.

All Access Field Trips (these trips are suitable for all participants including those with mobility limitations).

  • Milwaukee County Zoo – Monday June 16th
  • Fireside Theater:  Little Mermaid – Friday August 1st
  • Milwaukee Brewer’s Game – Thursday August 28th

Adventure Trips (these trips require the ability to pass a swim test for water trips, walk on rough or uneven ground for extended periods of time, and climb multiple fights of stairs with minimal assistance).  

  • Action Territory – Monday July 7th
  • Noah’s Ark – Monday July 21st
  • Riverside and Great Northern Railway – Monday August 4th
  • Old World Wisconsin – Monday August 18th

 

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
Member and CP Registration 5/5/25 6/15/25 Online / Front Desk $ 85.00$ 100.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
07/07/25
Action Territory - Mo - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
6 / 8 Available Registration
Closed
07/21/25
Noah's Ark - Mo - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
7 / 8 Available Registration
Closed
08/01/25
Fireside: Little Mermaid - Fr - 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
5 / 8 Available $140 - $165 Registration
Closed
08/04/25
Riverside and Great Northern Railway - Mo - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
6 / 8 Available Registration
Closed

Theater Class

YMCA at Pabst Farms
5/1/25 - 8/21/25
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Join us for our newest program our Theater class. The group will get together on Thursdays from 3 pm to 4 pm and learn the art of theater. They will enjoy drama games and will put on a production at the end of the session. In this program participants will explore self-expression, build confidence, and improve social skills through performing arts. The program culminates in a performance where everyone’s talents are celebrated! Join us for a fun and empowering journey through the world of theater, where every voice is heard, every story matters, and everyone shines.

No class on July 3rd


Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/01/25 - 08/21/25
Registration
Closed