Senior Outings and Seminars

Plant Care 101 at Good Roots

Do you know how to choose the right plant for your home? Why your plant’s leaves are turning yellow? If you should be fertilizing? How to know when your plant needs to be repotted? Start the spring off right by improving your plant care skills with the help of this plant care 101 workshop with Glen Ellyn’s own Good Roots, a plant and home décor shop!

They will cover what you need to know about the proper light, watering, and maintenance of plants. Each participant will have time after this quick seminar to shop with a generous 10% discount from the store!

No experience necessary. Space is limited. Parking lot and street parking is available.

This is a FREE members-only event. Registration is required. Stop by the YMCA Welcome Desk or scan the QR code to register.

Wednesday, March 19
9:30-10 a.m.
Good Roots
492 Crescent Blvd.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Estate Planning - Time for a Tune Up?

Join this thoughtful discussion around an often difficult subject: planning for death and incapacity. J. Amber Drew, a Partner with Clingen, Callow & McClean, LLC, and over 20 years of experience will address the importance of having an estate plan. We’ll learn what documents make up an estate plan along with the roles and responsibilities of a trustee and how they should be interacting with your family. We hope you will join the conversation and learn about how a complete estate plan can help you and your family.

This is a FREE members-only event. Registration is required. Stop by the YMCA Welcome Desk or scan the QR code to register.

Tuesday, April 8
10-11 a.m.
B.R. Ryall YMCA
Multipurpose Room

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Alzheimer's Research

For centuries, we’ve understood the connection between brain and body health. Today, science offers even greater insight into how we can optimize both as we age. Join the Y and the Alzheimer’s Association for an engaging session on the latest research in diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement—all key factors in healthy aging. Plus, gain practical, hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into your daily life. Take charge of your well-being and start building a plan for a healthier future!

This is a FREE members-only event. Registration is required. Stop by the YMCA Welcome Desk or scan the QR code to register.

Tuesday, May 6
10-11 a.m.
B.R. Ryall YMCA
Multipurpose Room B

Outstanding Women in Glen Ellyn History

Historian and author of “Stories from Glen Ellyn’s Past Vol. I and II” and longtime Glen Ellyn resident Dan Anderson will share his research and insight into some of the women who, despite their many obstacles, contributed to Glen Ellyn’s rich history.

This is a FREE members-only event. Registration is required. Stop by the YMCA Welcome Desk or scan the QR code to register.

Thursday, May 15
10-11 a.m.
B.R. Ryall YMCA
Multipurpose Room 

For questions, please contact:
Megan Burke,
Special Events Manager
[email protected]
630.547.2010

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