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ForeverWell Community Connections
The YMCA offers a variety of programs aimed at building relationships, connecting with your community, and creating a sense of belonging within the YMCA community.
Community Connections will offer opportunities to learn new skills, increase participation in programs of interest, and assist with building relationships with others on this journey. Community Connection type programs consist of life-long learning opportunities, fun and games, social programming, and ways to get involved with volunteer opportunities and clubs.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE. At the Y, no one is denied service due to the inability to pay. Funds for Financial Assistance are provided through the YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. Learn more here!
If you are pre-qualified for Financial Assistance, please note that some of our programs have minimum fees in order to cover costs of materials and supplies. This fee may be higher depending on your amount of assistance.
A SAFE PLACE FOR ALL. Keep up-to-date with our current Safety Policies.
Bring Your Own - Book Club
Join us at your YMCA Community Hub for a monthly Bring Your Own Book Club. Bring Your Own Book Club is a non-traditional twist to your everyday Book Club. Each month will have a theme for the book which allows readers to pick their own book within that category. The group will then meet to share their thoughts and recommendations on their book of choice. Meet new people while sharing your love for reading with others.
Book Club meets the 4th Wednesday of every month at the YMCA Community Hub from 12:00-1:00pm.
Monthly Themes:
November – Food!
December – Anything Holiday related
January – A Book published in 2024
February – Memoir/Biography/Autobiography
March – A Book Made into a Movie
The YMCA Community Hub is located at
805 W. Franklin Street, Boise, Idaho 83702.
Need assistance registering for the program, please contact:
Kyle Weathermon
208-344-5502 ext.303
[email protected]
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 7/30/24 | 7/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
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07/30/24 - 07/30/25
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Cribbage
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED –
Every Monday, from 9:30-11:00am – Cribbage Open play at the YMCA Community Hub.
Where: YMCA Community Hub – 805 W. Franklin St. Boise, Idaho 83702
When: Every Monday, 9:30-11:00am.
FREE!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 10/23/24 | 10/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
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04/14/25 - 04/18/25
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04/21/25 - 04/25/25
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04/28/25 - 05/02/25
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05/05/25 - 05/09/25
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05/12/25 - 05/16/25
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05/19/25 - 05/23/25
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05/26/25 - 05/30/25
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06/02/25 - 06/06/25
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06/09/25 - 06/13/25
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06/16/25 - 06/20/25
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06/23/25 - 06/27/25
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06/30/25 - 07/04/25
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07/07/25 - 07/11/25
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07/14/25 - 07/18/25
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07/21/25 - 07/25/25
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07/28/25 - 08/01/25
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08/04/25 - 08/08/25
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08/11/25 - 08/15/25
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08/18/25 - 08/22/25
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08/25/25 - 08/29/25
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09/01/25 - 09/05/25
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09/08/25 - 09/12/25
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09/15/25 - 09/19/25
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09/22/25 - 09/26/25
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09/29/25 - 10/03/25
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10/06/25 - 10/10/25
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10/13/25 - 10/17/25
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10/20/25 - 10/24/25
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10/27/25 - 10/31/25
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11/03/25 - 11/07/25
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11/10/25 - 11/14/25
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11/17/25 - 11/21/25
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11/24/25 - 11/28/25
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ForeverWell Ambassador Volunteer Program
Support is the common thread connecting all the different stories of impact that unfold at the Y. Whether it’s the gift of time, talent, or treasure, we are grateful for all the support we get from our community.
The Y offers a wide variety of activities that center on helping active older adults engage their mind and body through recreational programming. Our ForeverWell Ambassadors are instrumental in achieving this goal and making a difference in the lives of our aging population throughout the Treasure Valley. Our ForeverWell Ambassadors connect people to people, people to resources, and ensure our membership continues to have a sense of belonging, feel connected to their community, as well as staying mentally and physically active.
We are seeking 5-7 ForeverWell Ambassadors at each of our Branch Locations. Includes Downtown YMCA, West Boise YMCA, Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA and Caldwell YMCA. Follow the link below to inquire.
https://ymcatvidaho.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog/233
Available Sessions
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02/01/24 - 02/01/26
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Nutrition Workshop Series with Kim Verity, M.A., M.S.
Nutrition Tips fir a Healthy 2025 – April 18th 12-1pm
Top nutrition tips to start the year off making healthy food choices. Debunking nutrition myths that continue to persist.
Eating for Energy and Healthy Snacks – May 14th 12-1pm
Eating the right foods can give you enough energy to get through your busiest days. The right snacks vs the wrong snacks for your energy levels. Simple snack recipes that you can pack and take on the go.
Keeping Your Brain Sharp – June 6th – 12-1pm
Discuss essential nutrients to help prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia and which foods increase our risk. The benefits of eating Omega-3 fats and where to find them in foods.
About the Instructor:
Kim Verity, MA, MS, earned her degree in Nutrition Science from Cornell University and worked as a part-time faculty at DeAnza College, teaching nutrition and disease courses for their older adult studies program. Kim has worked for the YMCA of the Silicon Valley for 25 years as their community nutrition educator. Kim’s focus is helping people fit healthy eating into their busy lifestyle.
YMCA and St. Luke's presents: Living ForeverWell
Join experts in their field from St. Luke’s Lifestyle Medicine and the YMCA as we discuss pertinent health topics that affect our community. These educational presentations will be aimed at promoting health through all stages of life and ensuring our community is educated and engaged in resources our Treasure Valley offers to stay living, ForeverWell.
Wednesday, May 7th 1:00-2:00pm
Lifestyle is Medicine with Dr. Jennifer T. Shalz, MD
“Lifestyle is Medicine” will review how certain health behaviors cause chronic disease through increasing inflammation. Dr. Shalz will discuss solutions to lower inflammation through lifestyle changes to enjoy improved well-being and longevity.
Location:
South Tomlinson Meridian YMCA
5155 S Hillsdale Ave, Meridian, ID 83642
Questions or Needing Assistance Signing up, please contact: [email protected] 208-344-5502 ext. 303
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 4/9/25 | 5/7/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/07/25
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