Get together with staff from LIFE-NWPA for a craft or activity with friends.

No registration required, free and open to the public.

Whether it’s a holiday, an event, or “just because”, let’s get together.

Members only event. For questions, please contact [email protected] or call 814-899-9622

Come to the YMCA for a day that will be fun and educational, featuring senior fitness assessments, senior classes, vendor tables, gait and cognitive assessments, and the Erie Vets Center Mobile Unit.

All who participate in the Senior Fitness Assessments will get a ticket to win a door prize!

No registration required. Free and open to the public (must have photo ID)

For questions, please contact Karen at [email protected]

It’s not Christmas season until the Philharmonic has their Come Home For The Holidays concert! Join your friends at the Y, and get dropped off and picked up right at the door of the Warner Theater.

Already have your ticket? You can sign up to ride the bus with us if you’d like. (Depends on seat availability.)

We can not promise particular seats, only seat groups. If a substitution must be made, you will be refunded the difference. Registration will open when final pricing has been determined. At this time, seat cost for members ranges from $31 to $65; for non-members, $36 to $70. Choose rate plan A, B, C, or D to correspond with Warner seating charts.

Questions? Please contact Karen at [email protected] or 814-899-9622.

Celebrate You with a Professional Portrait

Whether you’re celebrating a special milestone, updating your family photos, or simply ready to step out from behind the camera, a professional portrait is a wonderful way to capture this season of life.

Join us for Senior Portraits at the YMCA and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming photo experience. There is no sitting fee, and professional portraits will be available for purchase—making them a meaningful keepsake for yourself or a thoughtful gift for family.

Tuesday, November 17 | 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

To reserve your time, Click Here or ask Membership staff for assistance.

Senior Self-Defense: Empowerment through Self-Defense

Senior Defense is a unique class designed specifically for older adults to learn highly effective, easy-to-master self-defense techniques. This uplifting program focuses on possibilities rather than limitations, empowering participants with confidence and practical skills.

What makes Senior Defense special?
Accessible techniques: Simple moves that are easy to learn and remember.
Immediate application: Skills you can use right away in real-life situations.
Positive environment: A fun, exciting seminar that builds confidence and
community.
Empowerment first: Shifting focus from vulnerability to strength and
independence.
Self-defense canes: Introduction to the use of wooden canes as powerful tools for extreme self-defense and added confidence.
Bonus gift: Every participant receives a free self-defense keychain to reinforce what they’ve learned.

This class isn’t just about defense, it’s about
freedom, confidence, and peace of mind. Seniors leave feeling stronger, safer, and more capable in their everyday lives