Free class for older adults who are MEMBERS of the Y and are concerned about falling or have fallen.This class will help with viewing falls as controllable, setting goals for increased activity and improving balance, flexibility and strength. You can make changes at home to reduce fall risk. Class is led by a North Kansas City Hospital Registered Nurse.

This class is for those who want to increase activity and exercise and can walk independently (a cane is okay). Not appropriate for those with dementia.

Class is 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Monday, March 27 through May 15. 

At the Y, we know parents need a break from time to time. With Kids Night Out, parents enjoy a night out while kids engage in fun and safe activities at the Y. Kids enjoy games, crafts, dinner, swimming and more centered around a unique monthly theme. Kids must be at least 3 but less than 13. Registration deadline is February 9. 

The Strive for Life Foundation will be providing free youth heart screenings at Y centers. Don’t miss this opportunity to have your child’s heart checked. This free screening is available for those ages 8 to 25. We will have two locations: 

• North Kansas City YMCA: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, January 21
• Linwood YMCA/James B. Nutter, Sr. Community Center: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, February 4

Back by popular demand: we will be hosting a monthly AOA potluck. The YMCA will provide sandwiches, coffee, tea, and lemonade. Members can sign up to bring a side.

Please sign up at the sheet at the Welcome Center or email laurencrome@kansascityymca.org  by the Monday before the potluck, so we have a headcount.

Please join us in the Wellness Corner as we discuss The Spanish Daughter by Lorena Hughes. There is no registration or RSVP necessary for this event, but please contact laurencrome@kansascityymca.org to reserve your Y-provided copy of this book, via Mid Continent Public library. Provided copies are limited, so please reach out quickly. 

*Please note that this month's book club meeting is on the fourth Wednesday of the month, rather than the usual third Wednesday. 

Please join us in conference room B as we enjoy one another’s company over trivia. Coffee will be provided. No RSVP is necessary for this event. Small prizes will be given to the winner of each round.

Come play Mahjong with us! Mahjong is a tile based game that originated in China and has increased in popularity throughout the world.

This event is free but Mahjong must be played in groups of four, so please sign up on the paper sheet at the welcome center or email laurencrome@kansascityymca.org by Wednesday, January 18. If you cannot attend after registering, please let us know! 

Come play Bingo with us! Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for some friendly competition and great conversation. Winners of each round will receive a small prize. No registration or RSVP is necessary.