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From family movie nights to Trunk or Treat, Healthy Kids Day and holiday parties, there are so many ways to connect with your Y community and create lasting memories.

AOA Open Studio: Paint & Create

July 10 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Join us for a fun and creative afternoon sponsored by 317 Art Collaborative! This self-guided painting session will allow you to explore your artistic side while you recreate a seasonal painting of your choice. Whether you're a seasoned [...]

AOA Red, White, & Blue BBQ Potluck

July 11 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join us for our Active Older Adults annual summer cookout! We encourage everyone to wear their best red, white, and blue attire. This is a potluck so we ask everyone to bring a dish to pass. The cost [...]

Summer Movie Night July

July 11 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Join us for an outdoor night of fun for the whole family! Enjoy a magic show, games, face painting, crafts, and a movie at sundown - there’s something for everyone. Both events start at 7PM and continue through [...]

Summer Pool Party at Harkins

July 12 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join us on July 12 from 12-2pm as we kick off the summer season at Harkins Aquatic Center with a pool party in collaboration with the Rockford Park District. We will have a DJ, gaga ball, face painting, and a [...]

Family Overnight at Camp

July 12 @ 12:00 pm - July 13 @ 10:30 am

Join our Camp Winnebago team for a family overnight. Bring your family and your tents, and we'll bring the fun! Enjoy campfire activities, games, and a night full of memories under the stars. Dinner and Breakfast is included! [...]

Financial Literacy with Midland – Making Budgets Work

July 16 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

We are excited to partner with Midland States Bank to offer a financial literacy series of classes at the Y! Financial literacy equips people with the knowledge to make informed decisions, leading to greater monetary stability, less stress, [...]

Glass Bead Plant Workshop

July 19 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Discover the art of crafting nature-inspired beauty in our Glass Bead Plant Workshop! This hands-on class invites you to blend creativity and craftsmanship as you design delicate, lifelike plants using vibrant glass beads and wirework techniques. Perfect for [...]

Nerf Battle at Northeast Y

July 19 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Grab your friends and your favorite nerf gun and join us for an afternoon of high energy fun! We will supply the ammo. Please no battery powered nerf guns! Cost: $10 per child Ages 6-8: 2-3 PM Ages [...]

Love Your Stateline Clean-Up Day

July 20 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

On July 20th, YMCA​ and Stateline Church will team up for Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Day, helping clean up Rockton Avenue and nearby neighborhoods by picking up litter and beautifying the area. This project welcomes 50 volunteers ages [...]

AOA Craft Day: Dot Painted Slate Coasters

July 23 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join Jan this month for a fun and festive crafting session! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting out, this workshop is perfect for everyone. Jan will guide you step-by-step to create your very own painted slate [...]

Spirit, Mind, & Body Book Club – The Mountain Is You

July 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

This powerful book explores how self-sabotage is often rooted in unprocessed trauma, fear, and limiting beliefs and how we can transform these internal mountains into pathways to growth. This event is free and open to ages 18 and [...]

Glow For Good Annual Dance-A-Thon

July 25 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

We're turning the volume way up with a live DJ, local vendors, and glow-worthy eats and treats to keep you fueled while you move. Whether you're dancing nonstop or just vibing with the community, every beat you catch [...]

Spirit, Mind, & Body Book Club – The Mindful Body: Thinking Our Way to Chronic Health

August 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

In The Mindful Body, renowned psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer challenges the long-held belief that the mind and body are separate. Drawing on decades of research, she reveals how our thoughts, expectations, and awareness can directly influence physical health, [...]