January 2017
Page Turners Book Club
This month's book is "The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion" by Fannie Flagg.
Find out more »February 2017
Wisdom Wednesday
Ron Maloney, Door County dog whisperer & trainer, discusses "Training You to Train Your Dog".
Find out more »Soup Fundraiser
Warm up with a bowl of soup. Dine-in and sample a variety of delicious soups or purchase a carry-out order for dinner. For more information visit doorcountyymca.org.
Find out more »Super Kids Fun Night
Have a great time with your friends. Bring your swimsuit and towel for the pool (Grades 2 and above only) and wear non-marking shoes to protect the gym floor. $5/member. $7/public.
Find out more »March 2017
Wisdom Wednesday
Gina Newton discusses nutrition. Meet in the social lounge.
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Melissa Andrews discusses navigating Medicare. Meet in the social lounge.
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Dr. Luke Staudenmaier is the guest presenter. Meet in the social lounge.
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Madonna Stiles discusses art for seniors. Meet in the social lounge.
Find out more »Page Turners Book Club
This month's book is "The Cherry Harvest" by Lucy Sanna. Meet in multipurpose room B.
Find out more »April 2017
Ladies Night
Bring your friends for a night of spring wreath decorating just in time for Easter. Pre-register with the welcome center.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
"Cook Once, Eat Twice" presented by Eric VanAlstine, Head Chef at Door County Medical Center. Meet in the social lounge. Pre-register at the Welcome Center.
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"All About Facebook" with the YMCA Marketing Crew. Meet in the social lounge. Pre-register at the Welcome Center.
Find out more »Together Tuesdays
A light breakfast served in the social lounge. Including a birthday celebration with cake. Free to all.
Find out more »Healthy Kids Day
Offering a variety of fun activities focused on encouraging kids to make healthy choices. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »May 2017
Wisdom Wednesday
"Essential Oils" with Laura Lotto. Meet in the social lounge. Pre-register at the Welcome Center.
Find out more »Family Night
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo. $5/members. $10/community member family.
Find out more »Birth & Baby Expo
Experience and learn about the local resources available to growing families in the community. Including: childbirth educators, doulas, prenatal massage therapists, breastfeeding support groups, local parent's groups, and more. Children/strollers welcome. Free.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
"Coping with Hearing Loss" with Nadeen DeFere, Clinical Audiologist at Avada. Meet in the social lounge. Pre-register at the Welcome Center.
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"What About Your Eyes" with Wendy Pang of Door County Eye Associates. Meet in the social lounge. Pre-register at the Welcome Center.
Find out more »October 2017
Wisdom Wednesday
"Medicare Open Enrollment Answers" with Melissa Andrews of Hanneman Gosser.
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"Your Beauty Counter - Know what ingredients are in your products" with Tess Johnson.
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"Suicide Prevention" with Monica Nelson and Bonnie Connolly of Nathan Wilson Suicide Prevention Coalition.
Find out more »Healthy Living Fair
Listen to a variety of lectures with guest speakers from Ministry Door County Medical Center. Screenings, tests, and flu shots available but require pre-registration, starting Oct. 4 at the Welcome Center. Refreshments and free child care available.
Find out more »Halloween Party
Come dressed in your finest Halloween costume, bounce on the inflatables, enjoy carnival games, and see what other surprises are in store. $6/family, members. $12/family, community.
Find out more »November 2017
Wisdom Wednesday
"What is an End of Life Doula?" presented by Marggie Hatala.
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"Advanced Directives" with Lauren Daoust, Door County Medical Center.
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"Lavender and Lemon" presented by Ron and Diane Julian, Door County Lavender and Lemon.
Find out more »Activities at the YMCA
9:50-10:50am. Wisdom Wednesday. "The Future Direction of the Door County YMCA" presented by Tom Beernsten, CEO. 5:30pm. Informational Session. Learn about the YMCA's diabetes prevention program, coming in 2018.
Find out more »Informational Session
Learn about the YMCA's diabetes prevention program, coming in 2018.
Find out more »Page Turners Book Club
This month's book is "Small Great Things" by Jodi Picoult.
Find out more »December 2017
Informational Session
10:45am or 5:30pm. Learn about the YMCA's diabetes prevention program, coming in 2018.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
"Alternatives to Opioid Use" with Dr. Luke Staudenmaier.
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"Your Beauty Counter" with Tess Johnson.
Find out more »January 2018
Informational Session
Learn about the YMCA’s diabetes prevention program, coming in 2018.
Find out more »Family Fun Night
Bring your family to the Y for a night of swimming, sliding, log rolling, and more in our aquatics center. RSVP by Jan. 4. $15/member families. $30/community members.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
"Elder Abuse, Recognize the Signs," with Judy Gregory of HELP of Door County.
Find out more »February 2018
Informational Meeting
Learn about the new Diabetes Prevention Program. Register with the Welcome Center.
Find out more »March 2018
Family Fun Night
"Kids Can Paint." $5/member families. $10/community members.
Find out more »April 2018
Family Fun Night
"Jump Into Spring." $5/member families. $10/community members.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
Learn about the YMCA's diabetes prevention program.
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"Sage-ing: Growing Older, Grower Wiser," with Tina Black.
Find out more »Healthy Kids Day
A community event to inspire parents and kids to stay physically and intellectually active as summer approaches. Vendors from all over Door County are in attendance. Free.
Find out more »May 2018
Community Safety Session
Watch a 30min active shooter training video followed by a Q&A with local law enforcement representatives. Register with the Welcome Center. Free.
Find out more »Family Fun Night
"Rock Creation." $5/member families. $10/community members.
Find out more »June 2018
Page Turners Book Club
This month’s book is “Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline. Held in Multipurpose Room B.
Find out more »August 2018
Annual Meeting & Volunteer Picnic
A potluck style picnic and celebrating generous, volunteers, board and staff members, and the success of another year of serving the Door County community. Free community event. RSVP with the Welcome Center by calling 920.743.4949 or 920.868.3660.
Find out more »September 2018
Wisdom Wednesday
“Facebook & Social Media,” presented by the Door County YMCA Marketing Team. Register in advance with the Welcome Center.
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“Sound Massage,” presented by Sharon Murrock of Sound Wellness Spa. Register in advance with the Welcome Center.
Find out more »Tailgate Party
Bring a dish to pass. RSVP with the Welcome Center.
Find out more »Super Kids Fun Night
Have a great time with your friends. Bring your swimsuit and towel for the pool (Grades 2 and above only) and wear non-marking shoes to protect the gym floor. $5/member. $7/public.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
“Internet Safety,” presented by Nathan Drager of Quantum PC Services. Register in advance with the Welcome Center.
Find out more »October 2018
Wisdom Wednesday
"Social Health and Resiliency as You Age," presented by Erika Nelson, Sojourn Counseling Services. Free.
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"Medicare/AEP," presented by Melissa Andrews, Hanneman Gosser. Free.
Find out more »Healthy Living Fair
Listen to a variety of lectures with guest speakers from Ministry Door County Medical Center. Screenings, tests, and flu shots available but require pre-registration, starting Oct. 2 at the Welcome Center. Refreshments and free child care available.
Find out more »Page Turners Book Club
Check with Welcome Center for book of the month. Held in Multipurpose Room B.
Find out more »Halloween Party
Come dressed in your finest Halloween costume, bounce on the inflatables, enjoy carnival games, and see what other surprises are in store. $6/family, members. $12/family, community.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
"Health Care and Your Retirement," presented by Erinn Kolden, Edward Jones. Free.
Find out more »December 2018
Wisdom Wednesday
"Outlook & Opportunities," presented by Tara Pierre, Edward Jones.
Find out more »Midsummer’s Music
Featuring the Resident String Quartet. Free.
Find out more »Soup Day Fundraiser
Dine in and sample a variety of delicious soups or purchase a carry-out order for dinner. Benefits the Door County YMCA annual campaign.
Find out more »January 2019
Family Pool Night
Join the party, we will have an obstacle course, log rolling, waterslide, basketball and lots of fun swimming. $10/family, members. $20/family, community.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
"Your Computer & Your Security," presented by Nathan Drager, owner of Quantum PC Services.
Find out more »Super Kids Fun Night
Have a great time with your friends. Bring your swimsuit and towel for the pool (Grades 2 and above only) and wear non-marking shoes to protect the gym floor. $5/member. $7/public.
Find out more »May 2019
Kayak Safety
Learn basic kayaking skills, including technique of paddling, entering/exiting, wet exits, self rescue, partner rescue, and safety from an expert. Instruction is followed by practice time. Instructors and equipment are provided by Bay Shore Outfitters. Register by calling 920.743.4949.
Find out more »Kayak Safety
Learn basic kayaking skills, including technique of paddling, entering/exiting, wet exits, self rescue, partner rescue, and safety from an expert. Instruction is followed by practice time. Instructors and equipment are provided by Bay Shore Outfitters. Register by calling 920.743.4949.
Find out more »June 2019
Father-Daughter Ball
Celebrate Father's Day with this father-daughter ball. $35/couple and $10 for each additional child.
Find out more »Page Turners Book Club
Check with the welcome desk for the current book.
Find out more »July 2019
Page Turners Book Club
Discussing "One Summer" by David Baldacci. Meet in multipurpose room B.
Find out more »October 2019
Community Healthy Living Fair
Chair massage, skin cancer and cholesterol screenings (call 920.743.4949 for appointment), blood pressure screening, flu shot clinic, door prizes and more. Refreshments available and free child care while attending. Free and open to the public.
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"Care of the Caregiver" with Unity Hospice.
Find out more »Page Turners Book Club
Discussing "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean. Participants and listeners welcome.
Find out more »Family Fun Night
A Halloween party. $8 per member family or $16/family for general public. Held at Sturgeon Bay and Northern Door facilities.
Find out more »November 2019
Wisdom Wednesday
Kathy Kahles will speak about the Alzheimer’s Association.
Find out more »December 2019
Wisdom Wednesday
Laura Lotto will discuss health in a toxic world.
Find out more »Soup Day
Dine in and sample a variety of soups or purchase a carry-out order for dinner. Soup sales benefit the YMCA's Annual Campaign.
Find out more »January 2020
Wisdom Wednesday
"Make Your Home Energy Smart" with Dave Kellems.
Find out more »Super Kids Fun Night
This fun night is for kids ages 3 to 18. There will be a variety of games such as gaga-ball and dodge-ball, activities, bounce house, swimming, snacks and more. $6/YMCA member. $8/community member.
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"A Holocaust Survivors Tale" with Marcia Kritzler-Egeland.
Find out more »Page Turners Book Club
Discussing "The Pianist from Syria" by Aeham Ahmand. Participants and listeners welcome.
Find out more »February 2020
Family Fun Night
Boxcar movie night. $5/family.
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CANCELED. A parent/guardian must sign their child in the night of event. $6/members. $8/community members.
Find out more »Wisdom Wednesday
"Women Heart: Heart Health" with Marcia Kritzler-Egeland.
Find out more »Page Turners Book Club
Discussing "Virgil Wander" by Leif Enger. Held in MPR B.
Find out more »March 2020
Page Turners Book Club
CANCELED. Discussing "The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek: A Novel" by Kim Michele Richardson. Open to participants and listeners. Held in MPR B.
Find out more »Together Tuesdays
CANCELED. A light breakfast served in the social lounge. Including a birthday celebration with cake. Free to all.
Find out more »April 2020
Together Tuesdays
CANCELED. A light breakfast served in the social lounge. Bring a treat to share. Free to all.
Find out more »June 2020
Invasive Species Removal
Come help manage invasive species in the YMCA Peterson Park Prairie Garden and enable the native plants to flourish. Bring your enthusiasm, gloves and weeding tool. Social distancing will be observed and masks are recommended.
Find out more »December 2020
Soup Day
Enjoy a variety of soups for dinner. Curbside or in-house pick up only. Soup sales benefit the Annual Campaign.
Find out more »January 2022
YMCA Walking Group
Walk led by Door County Health and Human Services.
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Walk led by Door County Health and Human Services.
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Walk led by Health and Human Services.
Find out more »April 2022
Healthy Kids Day
A day of healthy, fun activities that celebrate kids being kids!
Find out more »August 2022
YMCA Youth Duathlon
Open to ages 5-18. Swimming events take place in the aquatic center and running at the Peterson Park short track. All registered swimmers must be able to swim 100 yards unassisted. Register ahead by Aug. 5. Day of registration available (6:45-7:30am). All registrants receive a shirt. Visit doorcountyymca.org for details. $25/person.
Find out more »October 2022
Blood Drive
Register at donate.communityblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/34451.
Find out more »October 2023
YMCA Grand Opening
Opening of the newly renovated Sturgeon Bay Program Center.
Find out more »November 2023
Door County Volunteer Fair
Explore volunteer opportunities in Health & Human Service, Environmental, and Arts & Culture organizations. Door prizes & light refreshment. Free
Find out more »Escape Room
Free, family-friendly and FUN. Register with United Way at 920.746.9645.
Find out more »Block Party
Explore the world of block play.
Find out more »December 2023
Soup Day
Soup sale starts at 5:45am. Soup donations are welcomed. All proceeds benefit the YMCA annual campaign. Reach out to the Sturgeon Bay Program Center or visit doorcountyymca.org for more information.
Find out more »January 2024
Ski Hill Meeting
Talk about the reopening of the ski hill at Potawatomi Ski Hill.
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