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Active Older Adult Special Events
Our Active Older Adult (AOA) programs are designed for men and women in their 50’s and older. Each YMCA of Greater Toledo branch offers different programming, promoting fitness and well-being while fostering friendships and camaraderie. Check the branch nearest you for current information. Branches of the YMCA of Greater Toledo offer SilverSneakers®, Silver & Fit®, and Renew Active®.
AOA Health Fair Vendor Space
Our annual AOA Health fair is free to members and open to the public.
Friday, September 12
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Vendor Options:
- Space Only (includes chairs) $20
- Space & Table (includes chairs) $27
- Silver Level AOA Sponsorship $50
- Gold Level AOA Sponsorship $100
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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09/12/25
GOLD Level AOA Sponsor - Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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$ 100.00 |
Registration Closed on 09/04/2025 |
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09/12/25
SILVER Level AOA Sponsor - Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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$ 50.00 |
Registration Closed on 09/04/2025 |
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09/12/25
Space & Table - Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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$ 27.00 |
Registration Closed on 09/04/2025 |
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09/12/25
Space Only - Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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$ 20.00 |
Registration Closed on 09/04/2025 |
Card Club
You are invited to join us once a month for Euchre, coffee and cookies.
Free to Members and Non-Members
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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09/18/25
Playing Euchre - Th - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Register Closes 09/18/2025 |
Chili Cook Off- Game Week
Tackle your taste buds and bring your A-game to our Football-Themed Chili Cook-Off!
Whether you’re a kitchen MVP or a rookie with a recipe, we want to see (and taste) what you’ve got. Bring your best game-day chili—spicy, smoky, meaty, or veggie or come hungry and cast your vote!
Join us in the lobby at 10:00 am until the chili is gone.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Youth Member | Non-Member | |
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| 8/6/25 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | - | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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10/08/25
Univ of Toledo v. BGSU Game Week - We - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 10/08/2025 |
Craft/Games/Events
Various interactive fun events for Active Older Adults.
No cost.
Registration Information
Craft/Games/Events
Various interactive fun events for Active Older Adults.
No cost.
Members only
Registration Information
Educational Speaker/Demonstration
Fall Pumpkin Craft
Get creative this fall with our Active Older Adult Craft Class! Participants will start with a 12-inch wooden pumpkin and learn how to apply beautiful fall-themed napkin transfers to create a unique seasonal decoration. After the transfer is complete, we’ll add charming embellishments to give your pumpkin that perfect finishing touch. No experience necessary—just bring your love of crafting and seasonal cheer! All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind fall decoration ready to display or gift.
$15 Member only
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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09/19/25
Fr - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
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Register Closes 09/18/2025 |
Frankenmuth Bus Trip
Spend the day in Frankenmuth, Michigan with your friends exploring, shopping and eating. The trip will include lunch at Zenders, downtown shopping, Bronners Christmas Store and the St. Julian Winery.
October 24
Departure from the McDonalds in Blissfield at 7:30am and from Francis Family YMCA at 8am.
Approximate return time is 8pm.
$115 per person
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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10/24/25
BUS TRIP TO FRANKENMUTH - Fr
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2 / 53 Available |
Register Closes 09/12/2025 |
Games Club
Love Games? Be ready to share when you bring your favorite board, dice or card game once a month. Coffee and cookies are provided.
Free to Members and Non Members
Lunch and Learn
A program to learn value information/education or learn a skill in a fun environment.
Topics will vary monthly. Lunch is always provided for you.
Held at the Resurrection Lutheran Church: 2250 S Holland Sylvania Rd Maumee OH 43537.
Free to all members and community at large.
Lunch and Learn
A program to learn value information/education or learn a skill in a fun environment.
Topics will vary monthly. Lunch is always provided.
Free to members and non members
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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09/26/25
Lunch and Learn w/ Ohio Living - Fr - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
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Register Closes 09/19/2025 |
Lunch and Learn
A program to learn value information/education or learn a skill in a fun environment.
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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09/17/25
SNAP Benefit Outreach - We - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Register Closes 09/24/2025 |
Lunch and Learn
A program to learn value information/education or learn a skill in a fun environment.
Topics will vary monthly. Lunch is always provided.
Free to Y members
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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09/19/25
Battling the Aging Brain - Fr - 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 09/17/2025 |
Lunch and Learn
A monthly educational program for all of our active older adults in the Sylvania community. Every month there is a new speaker and lunch is always provided.
Lunch and Learn
Boosts physical and mental health. Promotes life long and educational learning. Provides tools to manage aging-related challenges.
Topics will vary monthly. Lunch is provided for you.
Free to members and the community
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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09/18/25
Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank - Th - 1:00 pm - 2:10 pm
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Register Closes 09/18/2025 |
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09/30/25
School Bus Safety with OHSP - Tu - 12:00 pm - 1:10 pm
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Register Closes 09/30/2025 |
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10/15/25
Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful - We - 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
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Register Closes 10/15/2025 |
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11/13/25
Kidney Foundation of NWOH - Th - 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
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Registration will open on 09/14/2025 |
Toledo Zoo Animal Demo
Seniors take advantage of FREE admission & activities!
- Free parking in the Anthony Wayne Trail & Broadway parking lots.
- Free small coffee & mini-donuts at the Timberline Bakery (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
- 15% discount on merchandise in the gift shops
- Free admission
Activities
10:15 a.m. Cheetah enrichment, Africa!
11 a.m. Dingo enrichment; Keeper talk, Tiger Terrace
11:30 a.m. Watch Divers at work, Aquarium
12:00 p.m. Meet an animal, ProMedica Museum of Natural History
1:30 p.m. Otter feed, Tembo Trail Elephant enrichment, Tembo Trail
2 p.m. Primate enrichment, Primate Forest
2:30 p.m. Sea lion training demo, Arctic Encounter
3 p.m. Flamingo Keeper talk, Flamingo Key
3:30 p.m. Garden Highlights, Ziems Conservatory
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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09/24/25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 09/23/2025 |
Treehouse Tour
Come explore Oak Openings and the tree houses.
- Hear the history and explore each of them.
- Enjoy some cider and donuts as well.
Meet at Oak Openings Metro Park
3520 Waterville Swanton Rd
Swanton, OH 43558
No cost
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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10/07/25
Tu - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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32 / 40 Available |
Register Closes 09/24/2025 |
