"Fall Prevention
and
Brain Injury
Presentation"
Tuesday, January 24th
12 noon
Jamerson Multi-Purpose
Room
You won't want to miss Beth Golden, Director for the Brain Injury Association of Virginia as she talks about brain injuries and falling preventions. The older population comprises one of the high-risk categories for head injuries because of balance, vision and hearing impairment as well as other aging-related problems. Join us as Beth provides you with fall and injury preventions, available resources and includes and an overview of brain function and how it affects our overall balance. Non-Y members are always welcome and light refreshements will be served. Please register by signing the form provided at the front desk of either Y location.
"Heart Aware
Program"
Tuesday, February 14th
12 noon
Jamerson
Multi-Purpose Room
Join us as Becky Hunt, RN, Coordinator of the Heart Aware Program and Mary Bice, RN talk about how seven minutes with an online risk asessment can save your life. Cardiovascular disease remains #1 killer with 1 million heart attacks each year. The sad fact is that 250,000 people die each year with sudden cardiac death being their 1st symptom of the disease. This does not have to happen to you. February is "Heart Healthy" month so jump on the bandwagon and learn how to be kind to your heart. Non Y members are always welcome. The program is free and registrations will be taken on the form provided at the front desk of any Y location. Healthy refreshments will follow the presentation.
"The Importance of Strength Training and
Activtrax"
Tuesday, February 28th
12 noon
Jamerson Multi-Purpose
Room
For those who shy away from our Wellness Center and only take cardio and aqua classes then you won't want to miss this presentation on the importance of strength training and the Y's new Activtrax Program. Jeff Kuhland and Johnna Ingersoll, both YMCA Personal Trainers will share tips on how the new Activtrax Program and adding a few weights to your routine will make your overall exercise program more effective, give you more energy and make you a stronger person. The program is free and non-Y members are always invited. Please register at the front desk of any Y location. Healthy refreshments will follow the presentation.
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Upcoming Events
Calendar of Events
YMCA BOOK CLUB
Book Club always meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 11:45am in the Jamerson Senior/Teen Room. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, February 8, 2012. It is always a good time for new members to join in the reading fun and they are always welcomed. No need to pre-register, just show up!
Future Reads:
February 8th
"The House Rules" by Jodi Picoult
March 23rd-No Book-UVA "Festival of the Book" trip
April 18th-"The Art of Racing in the Rain" by Garth Stein
May 9th-"In the Garden of Beasts" by Erik Larson
YMCA BRIDGE CLUB
Thursday, February 2nd
12:45pm-3:00pm-Jamerson( Senior/ Teen Room)
Bridge Club always meets on the 1st Thursday and 3rd Tuesday of each month and new members are always welcomed and are not committed to play each month. Play will begin promptly at 1:00pm. If you have played before (no need to be an expert) and are interested in meeting new friends, then join us for an afternoon of card playing fun! Please pre-register by calling Mary Taylor one week in advance at 582-1900.
Charlottesville
"UVA Book Festival"
Friday, March 23, 2012
7:45am-7pm
You won't want to miss this opportunity to enjoy the 18th annual "Festival of the Book " where authors and readers are brought toghether to promote and celebrate books and readings. This one-day trip to Charlottesville is the largest gathering of authors, writers and readers. The day promises to offer diversity in speakers and topics and the schedule of events may be obtained online at www.vabook.org. Transportation will be provided by the YMCA mini-buses and will depart from the Jamerson YMCA at 7:45am. The cost is $32.00 for Y members and $37.00 for non-Y members. Lunch is on your own. Trip capacity is a minimum of 14 and a maximum of 28 travelers. You may register at the front desk of any Y location and payment is due by Tuesday, March 20, 2012.
"Lynchburg Garden Day Tour"
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
9:30am-3:00pm
Please join us for our 10th annual Lynchburg Garden Day Tour. This year's tour will include 4 charming and different styled homes, located in the Cabell Street and Boonsboro area. The YMCA makes this tour fun and easy to enjoy as you will have the luxury of being dropped off and picked up in front of each home. Leave the hassle of parking to us!
The price includes transportation, a boxed lunch and a Garden Day ticket. Lunch will be enjoyed together as a group in the fellowship hall of Peakland Baptist Church and you will have the choice of a turket, ham or roast beef sandwhich. All sandwiches will be served on whole wheat bread and include chips, a cookie and a drink. The cost is $40.00 for Y members and $43.00 for non Y members. Please register and pay at the front desk of any Y location and submit your lunch request when you register. All lunch orders will be handled electronically this year. Minimum trip capacity is 14 and maximum is 42. Payment is due by Tuesday, April 17, 2012.
"Show and Dinner"
"Hello Dolly" and Depot Grille
Sunday, May 6, 2012
1:15pm-7:00pm
Yes, it's a Sunday, but you won't want to miss this opportunity to be with friends, visit the Academy of Music in downtown Lynchburg and see a matinee showing of "Hello Dolly," a musical that promises to tickle the hearts of all ages. This award winning Broadway treat is one of the most enduring musical theatre hits. The matinee is at 2:00pm and immediately following the play we will enjoy dinner at the Depot Grille. Dinner is on your own.
Transportation will be provided by the YMCA mini-buses and will depart from the Jamerson YMCA at 1:15pm. The cost of the trip is $21.00 for Y members and $24.00 for non Y members and includes transportation and a theatre ticket. Please register and pay at the front desk of any Y location by Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Minimum trip capacity is 14 and maximum is 28.
Philadelphia, PA. Trip
VanGogh and Longwood Gardens
Tuesday, May 1st-Thursday, May 3rd
Travel with us to the city where democracy was born, culture thrives and history awaits you. Join us for this 3-day, 2 night adventure, as we travel to Philadelphia to tenjoy the exciting history and arts that this city has to offer. Departure will be from the Jamerson YMCA at 7:00am, Tuesday, May 1st, and we will return at 9:30pm on Thursday, May 3rd. Transportation will be provided by Abbott Trailways and accomodations will be at the Holiday Inn Express-King of Prussia Hotel, located at 260 N. Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA., 19406. The telephone number is (610) 768-9500. The hotel is priced for double occupancy (please add $152.00 for single accomodations) and includes a full hot/cold breakfast buffet and an exercise facility.
Tours will include Valley Forge National Historical Park, Philadlephia Art Museum to view The VanGogh Exhibit, a guided tour of the Eastern State Penitentiary, a self-guided tour of Philadelphia's historic area and a guided tour of DuPont's Longwood Gardens. Dinner on Wednesday evening will be enjoyed at LaScala's.
The cost is $395.00 per person (Double Occupancy) for Y members and $420.00 per person for non Y members. (Please add $152.00 if you would like single occupancy) The price includes round trip transportation by Abbott, accomodations, all tours and dinner on Wednesday evening.
A deposit of $75.00 per person is due by Wednesday, March 7, 2012 and the remaining balance is due Wednesday, March 28, 2012. For more information, please contact Mary Taylor at 582-1900.
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