YMCA ForeverWell Newsletter_Feb 2025

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FOREVERWELL

FEBRUARY

ForeverWell is a program for the active ager - our goal is to bring new events, extracurriculars, and clubs just for you!

SavetheDate

Potluck at Fercho

February 18

11:15 - 11:45 am

Dawson Lounge - Fercho YMCA

Bringadishtoshareandenjoy conversationwithfriends!Fargo centerforfordermatologywill beeducatingusonskincancer andsunexposure.

Book Club

Febuary 11

9:30 - 10:00 am

Dawson Lounge - Fercho YMCA

Wewilldiscuss“GreatCircle” byMaggieShipstead.

Allarewelcome,evenifyou haven'tfinishedthebook.March bookisTheEmigrants” byVilhelmMoberg.

MemberSpotlight

Linda Ask

Check out your local library for a copy of this month’s book!

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Linda has been a member of the YMCA for 12 years. The first week she moved to Fargo in 2012, she toured the YMCA and became a member. Now, you can find her at the YMCA three days a week, attending group fitness classes in the pool and using the EGYM equipment. Her favorite part about being a member is using our aquatic center.

Since joining the YMCA, Linda has made many new friends, creating connections she may not have found elsewhere. One of the primary reasons she attends classes regularly is to socialize during and after classes. After a workout, you can often spot her with her friends in the Social Center. These moments are filled with camaraderie as they discuss their workout over coffee. Linda has frequently made plans to get coffee or lunch at local restaurants with her friends from the YMCA. What makes the YMCA more than just a Fitness Center is how these connections have transcended outside the YMCA.

Outside of the YMCA, Linda is an avid reader. She belongs to three different book clubs, including the ForeverWell book club. These groups allow her to explore books she might not have chosen, keeping her engaged and inspired. We encourage all ForeverWell participants to join a book club or read some of our monthly book selections.

Linda enjoys spending time with family outside the YMCA, traveling, and volunteering. Another hobby that she enjoys is genealogy. Linda has successfully mapped her family tree back many generations and visited many places where her ancestors once lived. Belonging to the YMCA has helped Linda live a balanced and healthy lifestyle surround by friends and family.

Bingo

February17

9:30-10:00am

February20

11:15-11:45am

DawsonLounge-FerchoYMCA

Bring your friends for bingo and prizes!

Potluck at Schlossman

February 21

11:15 - 11:45 am

Conference Room- Schlossman YMCA

Bring a dish to share and enjoy conversation with friends!

SilverSneakers Valentines Day Class

February 14

10:15 - 11:00am

Studio A - Fercho YMCA

Studio 1 - Sclossman YMCA

Come celebrate Valentines Day at the YMCA. We encourage you to dress up in your most festive valentines day attire. Door prizes will be provided

Crafting Corner

February 25

9:30 - 10:00am

11:15 - 11:45am

Youth Center- Fercho YMCA

This month, we will be making coasters.

Travel Club

February 28

11:15 - 11:45am

Dawson Lounge- Fercho YMCA

Join us for a presentation about Madagascar and sample a local dish from Madagascar.

Puzzle of the Month

Complete the heart maze below to solve the puzzle of the month.

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Answers from January Puzzle:

Yes, FIFTEY is worth $66 1. W, DODGE, is the cheapest at $35 2. NEPTUNE, is worth the most at $95 3. TENNIS ($81), BOWLING ($82), BASKETBALL ($85) are three possibilities. 4.

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ForeverWell Future Book Club Books:

Join us monthly for book club at the YMCA. All are welcome, even if you haven’t finished the book. We meet monthly from 9:30-10:00am in Dawson Lounge.

February 11th

“Great Circle” by Maggie Shipstead

March 11th

April 8th

Kristin Lavransdatter I: The Wreath” by Singrid Undset

May 13th

“The Emigrants” by Vilhelm Moberg
“The Mighty Red” by Lousie Erdrich

ForeverWell Events Calendar

Febuary 2025

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Help Kids Be Kids!

Giving Hearts Day is February 13 and Early Giving is Now Open!

Your gift to the Y on Giving Hearts Day ensures that every child, regardless of their family’s financial situation, can experience the life-changing adventures of YMCA Camp Cormorant.

Each summer, we provide financial assistance to over 300 youth and teens, making camp possible for all. Donate today and make a difference!

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