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Community Events & Programs
FSY Grief & Bereavement Support Group
This support group is open to anyone who has experienced grief and/or loss. Grief is the natural emotional response to the loss of someone close, such as a family member, friend, or pet. It can also occur as a result of a serious illness, divorce, or other significant loss. This open group provides a safe space for community members to connect, share their experiences, learn new coping skills, and support one another.
All are welcome. Free for members & community guests alike.
Co-facilitated by Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home, Hetrick-Bitner Funeral Home, and Amedisys Hospice.
Schedule:
- First Monday of the Month from 1:00-2:00pm
Dates:
- November 2
- December 7
Ages: 18+
Location: Friendship YMCA Multipurpose Room
For more questions, please reach out to Linda Kerstetter at [email protected].
Vaccine Clinics
Our Fall 2026 Vaccine Clinics are open for registration now! The YMCA Center for Healthy Living (YCHL) is excited to partner with Giant Pharmacy to host these clinics at the East Shore YMCA, Friendship YMCA, Northern Dauphin County YMCA, and West Shore YMCA.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
To register for one of the clinic time slots, select the option below and provide your name, phone, email address, and which vaccines you wish to receive. The hours for each option listed below will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. You will fill out paperwork before receiving the vaccines and complete a vaccine consultation with the pharmacy to ensure you receive the proper care.
By providing proof of insurance, you will gain access to the vaccines listed below, and they will be administered by Giant Pharmacy staff.*
The following vaccines to be offered:
- COVID (if available)
- Influenza (must be 5 years of age or older)
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis A
- Pneumonia
- Meningococcal
- Shingles
- RSV
- MMR
- Tdap
- HPV
*Must be eight years old or older for the routine children’s vaccines. For children under the age of 18, parental consent and presentation is required.
Schedule:
- Monday, October 19th from 9:30AM – 12:30PM at East Shore YMCA
- Wednesday, October 21st from 9:30AM – 12:30PM at Friendship YMCA
- Monday, October 26th from 9:30AM – 12:30PM at West Shore YMCA
- Wednesday, October 28th from 9:30AM – 12:30PM at Northern Dauphin County YMCA
For additional information or questions, please contact YCHL at 717-232-2027 or by email at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
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| 8/3/26 | 10/28/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
WSY Caregiver Support Group
A safe place for all caregivers, past and present, looking for support, practical information, and connection. You will never be pressured to share more than you feel comfortable sharing, and you can come as many times as you’d like. Facilitated by Pastor Brian Hennon and with presentations by various experts in a myriad of subjects relevant to caregivers, you will leave feeling uplifted and accompanied.
Reservations are encouraged but not required. Refreshments will be provided.
Free for members & community guests alike.
Schedule:
- Every 4th Monday of the month, beginning January 26, 2026 *with the exception of May 2026*
- 6:30-8:00pm
Ages: 18+
Location: West Shore YMCA Chapel
For more questions, please reach out to Angelica Ried at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
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| 12/20/25 | 12/28/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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10/26/26
Mo - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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7 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 10/26/2026 |
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11/23/26
Mo - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration will open on 10/27/2026 |
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12/28/26
Mo - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Registration will open on 11/24/2026 |
WSY Game Night
- Friday, November 20, 2026
Schedule:
- 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: West Shore YMCA Party Room
For additional questions or concerns, please reach out to Doug Markel at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/1/26 | 11/20/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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11/20/26
November Game Night - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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40 / 40 Available | Register |
WSY Grief & Bereavement Support Group
This support group is open to anyone who has experienced grief and/or loss. Grief is the natural emotional response to the loss of someone close, such as a family member, friend, or pet. It can also occur as a result of a serious illness, divorce, or other significant loss. This open group provides a safe space for community members to connect, share their experiences, learn new coping skills, and support one another.
All are welcome. Free for members & community guests alike.
Co-facilitated by Musselman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Starfish Counseling for Grief and Loss, and Amedisys Hospice.
Schedule:
- Second Thursday of the month from 6:00-7:15pm
Dates:
- November 12
- December 10
Ages: 18+
Location: West Shore YMCA Chapel
For more questions, please reach out to Angelica Ried at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9/26 | 12/11/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
WSY Lunch & Learn
Enjoy lunch (provided) while learning about various topics and subjects that bring awareness and provide practical information for your and your loved ones, those around you, and our community at large. Topics range from physical, mental, and emotional health, social awareness and engagement, finances, and more!
No cost for YMCA members.
Register by the previous Friday.
Schedule:
- Every 4th Friday of the month (with the exception of November & December 2026) from 11:30am-12:30pm
Join us October 23 for “Strength After the Unthinkable” with Randi’s House of Angels – Presented by CEO and Founder, Nancy J. Chavez
Ages: 18+
Location: West Shore YMCA Conference Room
For more information, please contact Angelica Ried at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/4/26 | 12/11/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 10.00 |
Available Sessions
WSY Moment of Respite for Caregivers
Date:
- November 14, 2026
Schedule:
- Saturday afternoon from 1:00pm-3:00pm
Ages: 18+
Location: West Shore YMCA
For more information: please reach out to Angelica Ried at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
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| Event Registration | 10/10/26 | 11/14/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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11/14/26
Moment of Respite - Sa - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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25 / 25 Available | Register |