Cookies with Santa
Celebrate the Holidays with the Northeast Family YMCA! Share your wishes with Santa, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, and make a craft to give as a gift to someone you love.
Donuts with Santa
Celebrate the season of cheer with the YMCA! Share your holiday wishes with Santa, enjoy hot cocoa and donuts, and make a craft to give as a gift to someone you love.
Join us at SwedishAmerican YMCA Log Lodge for magical holiday memories.
Diving for Donuts Pool Party
Join us for a family pool party on November 15 from 2-4pm at our SwedishAmerican Riverfront Y.
Free to members – no registration required.
Rocky Glow Power Flow
It’s time to step to the left, exhale to the right, and light up the night. Join us for Rocky Glow Power Flow, a spooky, glam-inspired power yoga pop-up set to iconic Halloween and cult classic favorites. Expect a little sass, a lot of sweat, and a glowing good time.
This event is FREE but registration is required.
Thanksgiving Potluck Movie Day
Let’s kick off the holiday season together in gratitude and community!
Bring your favorite Thanksgiving dish to share and enjoy an afternoon of food, friendship, and a holiday classic!
Free event. Register HERE.
November Crafting for the Ages
During our November session participants will learn step by step how to make a Holiday Boho Tassel Banner. No experience required.
Medicare 101 Informational Session
Prepare for 2026 by hearing about the changes that are coming. Understand what the changes mean for you, and how to ensure you’re getting the coverage that best fits your needs.
Free informational session. Register HERE.
Veterans Day Lunch
Early Access: Mental Health Resources Made Simple
Join us as we partner with NAMI Northern Illinois to host Mental Health sessions covering various topics.
Figuring out where to turn for mental health support can feel confusing or overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In Early Access: Mental Health Resources Made Simple, we’ll walk you through practical ways to find help, connect with resources, and support yourself or someone you care about before things get critical. Come learn, ask questions, and leave feeling more confident and prepared.
Free event, register HERE.
Ending the Silence: Supporting Teens’ Mental Health
Join us as we partner with NAMI Northern Illinois to host Mental Health sessions covering various topics.
Join us for an empowering program where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people by sharing hope, education, and understanding about mental health. You’ll gain skills to break stigma, spark conversation, and help students recognize the signs of mental illness early. It’s a chance to be a voice that changes lives!
Mental Illness 101 & Finding Your Support System
Join us as we partner with NAMI Northern Illinois to host Mental Health sessions covering various topics.
Mental illness affects 1 in 5 adults each year, yet stigma and misunderstanding often keep people from getting help. From anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia: these conditions impact thoughts, emotions, and daily life, but they are real, treatable, and manageable. By understanding mental health, supporting one another, and speaking openly, we can break the stigma and help everyone thrive.
Free Event – Register Here
Heated Hatha Hot Yoga Pop-Up
Join us for a special 60-minute Hatha yoga class in a heated studio. Designed for all levels, with a spa-like atmosphere that leaves you glowing, relaxed, and renewed. Bring water + towel (mats available or bring your own).
Cost: Free or $5 donation to the Annual Campaign
Space: Limited to 12 People. Register HERE to reserve your spot.


