There is always something going on for Active Older Adults (AOA) at the Franklin Family YMCA. Our August events include the Williamson County Fair, our annual Take Back the Y Party and crafts with Crazy Craft Chicks! Download our calendar here!
Upcoming Events
- Lunch & Learn, Topic: "Five to Thrive," Tuesday, August 13. Presented by Avenida Cool Springs. Enjoy an interactive presentation that will focus on 5 key areas for successful aging.
- Volunteer at Graceworks, Thursday, August 8, 9-11 a.m. 30 % discount for volunteers
- Take Back the Y Party, Thursday, August 15. This year we will have a DJ host trivia and a catered lunch in the gym.
- Craft workshop with Crazy Craft Chicks, Monday, August 19.We will be making wood signs as home decor. They are more than 25 designs to choose from. Sign up by Aug. 9 to reserve your design!
- Afternoon at the Movies, Tuesday, August 20.; Cost is $5-$7 depending on movie choice and time. Register by August 16. We will meet at AMC Thoroughbred Theater (633 Frazier Drive).
- Game Night: Thursday, August 22, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Play a new game or an old favorite. Light refreshments provided!
Save the Date
- Trip to Bluebird Cafe and Trader Joe's in Green Hills
- Churchill Downs Trip: Sept 27
- Top Golf outing, October 8
- Memphis Holiday Trip to Graceland: Dec. 3- 5
Weekly activities:
Pickleball: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.. Meet in the gym to be added to the list for the day.
Bridge: Meet in the cafe on Thursdays at 12:30 p.m.
Mahjong: Meet in the cafe on Mondays at 10:00 a.m.
Y'z Guys Breakfast: All men welcome for fellowship. Group meets for breakfast at 9 a.m. on Wednesdays at Shoney's at 1306 Murfreesboro Pike.
Bowling (Next date July 8): If you are interested in bowling at Franklin Family Entertainment at 1200 Lakeview Drive, once a month,
at 10:00am, contact Chris Rosland at 414-364-0072. Cost is $2 per game for ages 65 and over.
For questions, contact coordinator Cheryl Stanfield at cstanfield@ymcamidtn.org or 615-591-0322.