Senior Center 124 Pleasant St | The Sports Center 230 Gage St
All BFYMCA a liated facilities will be closed on Memorial Day
Adult Program O erings 8-4 Daily
Check program calendars for times & location
To our Senior Community…
It is the mission of the Berkshire Family YMCA and Town of Bennington to engage persons 50+ in the lifelong learning process; promoting their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being by providing social, recreational, creative and cultural programs and enabling active participation in the center and community. Program costs are founded on a not-for-profit basis.
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GREEN MOUNTAIN LINES/BENNINGTON SENIORS THE FINGER LAKES/TURNING STONE CASINO AUGUST 12-13, 2026
ITINERARY:
• Luncheon cruise on Skaneateles Lake
• Stop at Willard Memorial Chapel
• Overnight at Turning Stone Casino
• Boat ride on the Erie Canal
Sign up and $50 non-refundable deposit due at sign up
Full payment due by July 10, 2026
Please make checks payable to Eleanor Mattison
For more information call Eleanor Mattison at (802) 379-7216 or (802) 442-1052
Pickup times and locations to be determined
**We do not o er travel insurance, but it is suggested you check out various options
WEEKLY PROGRAMS AT THE SENIOR CENTER
MONDAYS
*Based on Volunteer Hours
Painting Group: This informal group meets on Mondays & Fridays, but painters are welcome to work on their own at any time. The group works from photographs, calendar art, and old masters. Bring your own painting materials; group size limited to 8-10 participants. Come when you can, get ideas from each other, and enjoy some good conversation! 9am – Noon No Fee
Cards & Games: Group decides the game, or multiple groups can play di erent games. Games available here include the following:
Board games: Parcheesi, Trivial Pursuit, Backgammon, Mancala, Clue, Payday, Ticket to Ride, Go, Chess, Checkers, Battleship Word games: Balderdash, Pictionary, Taboo, Scattergories, Scrabble, Smart Mouth, Upwords, Whatchamacallit Card, Dice, and Tile games: Yahtzee, Farkle, Cribbage, Mille Bornes, Dominos, Mahjong, Rummikub, Uno, Bohnanza, all manner of traditional card games… or bring your own game to share. The possibilities are nearly endless! 1:00 pm No Fee
TUESDAYS
Bone Builders: This low impact
Watch for activities that might happen after the newsletter is printed. Check online or give us a call at the BFYMCA: (802) 500-2770 (Main line), (802) 442-1052 (Senior Center).
exercise, run through RSVP, promotes strength through weight training, plus helps with both balance and bone density. Class may include open discussion about nutrition, disease prevention, and alternate exercises. Class leader varies. 8:30AM & 9:45AM Tuesday & Thursday. More space available at 9:45 classes. No Fee Hand & Leg Weights available contact Eleanor 802-379-7216 or 802-442-1052
THURSDAYS
Bone Builders: See class description on Tuesday list. Craft Corner: Bring whatever craft project you are working
on. Quilting, crocheting, knitting, weaving, decoupage, coloring, stitching, the options abound! Sewing machines are available for use, and can also be used any other day of the week. For quilting, we also have cutting boards, cutters, rulers, etc. 1:00pm. Volunteerled. No Fee
FRIDAYS
Painting Group: See group description on Monday list.
BINGO: Come play low stakes, high energy BINGO! 2 cards for $2, additional cards 50 cents each, 6 card maximum. Beverages provided; feel free to bring snacks to share! 1 pm
We have a TAG SALE room available, which can always use donations. Additionally, we are always taking donations for quilting supplies!
GROUP FITNESS OFFERINGS
Berkshire Family YMCA | Bennington Branch May 2026
MONDAY
BENNINGTON SPORTS CENTER
8am Hatha Melissa C.
9am SilverSneakerswithSam! Sam
9am ActiveWalk Tracy
10am Tai Chi - Advanced Tracy
11am Pilates Sam
11:30am Beginners Tai Chi Tracy
12pm MuayThaiFoundations Sam
12pm SilverSneakers Melissa S.
4:15pm Zumba Jasmine
5:15pm CardioDrumming Michaela
5:30pm Hatha Yoga Jasmine
BENNINGTON RECREATION CENTER
10am Gym Orientation w/Sam Sam 11am Dancefit Wendy
WILLOW PARK
5:15pm Outdoor Walking Workout Tracy
TUESDAY
BENNINGTON SPORTS CENTER
8am Yoga Flow
Melissa C.
9am Tracy’s Be Strong: Advanced Tracy
9am Spin with Melissa Melissa S.
10am Tracy’s Be Strong: Beginners Tracy
10am Walk this Way!/Tumble Tots (Adults with youth ages 0-6)
10:15am Floor Yoga Jasmine
11am Chair Yoga Jasmine
11am Strength & Balance: Intermediate Melissa S.
11:30am Cardio Drumming Micheala
12pm Tracy’s Be Strong: Intermediate Tracy
12pm Yoga Sculpt - Starting in June Jasmine
12:30pm Interval Training with Melissa Melissa S.
4:15pm Restorative Yoga Jasmine
5:30pm Zumba Jasmine
BENNINGTON RECREATION CENTER
8:10am Aqua Zumba Jasmine
9am Water Joint Health & Mobility Jasmine
WEDNESDAY
BENNINGTON SPORTS CENTER
8:30am Balance, Stability, & Core Melissa S. 9am Active Walk Sam 10am Pilates Sam
10:15am Silver Sneakers with Wendy Wendy 11am Full Core Melissa S. 11am SilverSneakers Yoga Sam 12pm SilverSneakers Melissa S.
4:30pm ABSolutely Core Taylor
5:15pm Cardio HIIT Taylor
BENNINGTON RECREATION CENTER
9:30am Cardio Splash Michaela 12pm Gym Orientation w/Sam Sam
5:15pm Aqua Aerobics Judi
THURSDAY
BENNINGTON SPORTS CENTER
8am Silver Sneakers: Intermediate Melissa S. 9am Tracy’s Be Strong: Advanced Tracy 9am Intro to Interval Training Melissa S. 10am Spin with Melissa Melissa S. 10am Walk this Way!/Tumble Tots (Adults with youth ages 0-6) 10am Tracy’s Be Strong: Beginners Tracy 11am Tracy’s Be Strong: Intermediate Tracy 11am Chair Yoga Jasmine 12pm Moving Mediation (Qigong) Tracy 12pm Zumba+Lift Jasmine
5:30pm Let’s Dance Judi
BENNINGTON RECREATION CENTER 9:30am Deep Water Aerobics (Summer Splash - June) Jasmine
FRIDAY
BENNINGTON SPORTS CENTER 9am SilverSneakers with Sam! Sam 9am Active Walk Tracy 10am Beginners Biking Tracy 10am SilverSneakers Yoga Sam 11am Floor Work Tracy 12pm SilverSneakers Melissa S. 12pm Muay Thai Foundations Sam
BENNINGTON RECREATION CENTER 11am Dancefit Wendy
– COMMUNITY RESOURCES –
Bennington Town Clerk/ Town O ces (802) 442-1037
Bennington Recreation Center/YMCA (802) 500-2770
Meals on Wheels of Bennington County (802) 442-8012
VNA & Hospice (Bennington Home Health) (802) 442-5502
Bennington Project Independence (802) 442-8136
Bennington Rutland Opportunity Council (BROC) (802) 447-7515
Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging (802) 442-5436
Social Security Administration (Rutland o ce) (866) 690-1944
Green Mountain Community Network (802) 447-0477
Support And Services at Home (SASH) (802) 442-9920
– HOUSING –
Bennington Housing Authority (802) 442-8000
Shires Housing (802) 442-8139
THM (o ce in Manchester) (802) 362-4663
OUT TO EAT!
May 14, 11:00-2:00pm - Kay’s Pizza, Averill Park, NY
May 21, 11:00-2:00pm - The Marina, Brattleboro, VT June 11, 11:00-2:00pm - The Anchor, Wilmington, VT
Trip Pricing: Attend all trips for FREE when you join the Y! Otherwise, non-members pay a fee of $10 to cover transportation cost.
DAY TRIPS
BERKSHIRE SATELLITE REEF EXHIBIT, WILLIAMSTOWN, MA
Wednesday, May 6th. 11:00-3:00pm
Join us on our visit to Williams College to view the finalized Berkshire Satellite Reef Exhibit—a project that many of our senior community members at the Y have crocheted corals for during our weekly crochet workshops.
NORTHSTAR BOWLING, WILMINGTON, VT
Thursday, May 28th. 11:00am-4:00pm
$10 paid at registration (non-member) covers transportation fee. Shoe rental and game fees will be paid individually at the venue.
For reference: shoe rental is $3.75, game fees are $5.75 per game.
MINNE HA-HA STEAMBOAT TOUR, LAKE GEORGE, NY.
Thursday, June 25th. 9:00-4:00pm
$30 YMCA Member | $45 non-member/senior center only membership
From Lake George Steamboat Company: “Imagine the way people traveled our lake over 100 years ago! Step back in time, as the Minne Ha-Ha, powered by steam from the vessel’s boiler, serenades you while you board. Enjoy beautiful views of the Adirondack Mountains and see stately homes along the water’s edge.” Please note that the boat is handicap accessible up to the second deck.
SHOPPING & LUNCH
May 7, 9:30-3:00 - Colonie Mall, Albany, NY.
May 19, 9:30-3:00 - Clifton Park Center, Clifton Park, NY.
June 4, 9:30-3:00 - Hobby Lobby & Lunch at Uncle Mario’s Garage, Queensbury, NY.
June 16, 9:30-4:00 - Crossgates Mall, Albany, NY.
SPECIAL EVENTS
TACO TUESDAY & CINCO DE MAYO PARTY
Location: Sports Center
Tuesday, May 5. 12:00-1:30pm
Join us for this festive Cinco de Mayo potluck—which just so happens to land on taco tuesday! Please let us know what you are bringing: a list will be provided at the Sports Center where you can sign up to bring specific ingredients.
CREATIVE PAINTING WORKSHOP
Location: Sports Center
Wednesday, May 13. 1:00pm
This workshop, hosted by Tracy and Jill, will focus on painting simple designs (non representative) on smooth surfaces like wine glasses, ceramic dishes, glass bottles/jars, and river stones. Instruction will include the elements of line, shapes, colors, and layering.
CONCERT & TEA PARTY
Location: Senior Center
Wednesday, May 13. 1:00pm
Join us at the senior center for a concert and tea party, featuring American acoustic blues & folk music by Lou Davis. Please sign up at the Senior Center on 124 Pleasant St. (Volunteer-run event).
MONTHLY POTLUCK
Location: Senior Center
Wednesday, May 20 & June 10 Serving at noon
Join us for an afternoon potluck at the senior center. Feel free to bring a dish! Please sign up at the Senior Center. (Volunteer-run event).
TAG SALE
Location: Senior Center
Saturday, May 23. 10:00-? (Volunteer-run event).
SPRING FLING DANCE
Location: Elks Lodge
Saturday, May 23. 6:00-9:00pm
Join us for the BFYMCA’s first annual Spring Fling Dance, hosted at the Elks Lodge in Bennington! Dress your best and come dance the night away. Food, music, dancing, and ra e baskets! All proceeds will go back into our adult and senior programming at the Y. If you are interested in donating to this event, please contact Taylor McGuire: tmcguire@bfymca.org.
PAPER PIECING QUILT CLASS
Location: Senior Center
Wednesday, June 3rd. 1:00pm (Volunteer-run event).
IN HOUSE PROGRAMS
COFFEE HOUR AT THE SENIOR CENTER
A time to socialize with friends over co ee. Feel free to bring a snack or pastry to share! Takes place Monday-Friday 9:0011:00am.
COFFEE WITH WENDY
Join Wendy, our adult wellness coordinator, at the Bennington Sports Center every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for co ee, snacks, good chats, and lots of fun!
ADVANCE DIRECTIVE WORKSHOPS
Hosted at the Senior Center
Upcoming workshops on May 12th & June 9th at 1:00pm. This community workshop series walks through the VT Ethics Network Short Form Advance Directive one section at a time. Each session focuses on a single topic, allowing participants to learn at a comfortable pace, ask questions, and reflect on what matters most to them. You may attend one workshop or the full series. No medical or legal background is required.
SPRING FLING DANCE!
AT THE ELKS LODGE IN BENNINGTON
MAY 23 | 6PM-9PM
Dress your best and come and Dance the night away! Food, music, dancing, and raffle baskets! All proceeds will go back into our adult and senior programming.
SPONSOR
DONATIONS PROVIDED BY:
Bennington Heating and Cooling
DONATIONS PROVIDED BY: WALMART
COGGINS AUTO GROUP
WALMART
LINDA KRUMMELL
COGGINS AUTO GROUP
SUSAN DERMODY
LINDA KRUMMELL
MIRIAM ELWELL
SUSAN DERMODY
MIRIAM ELWELL
Buy your tickets online! bfymca.org/programs
Would you like to donate to this event?
Contact Taylor McGuire tmcguire@bfymca.org
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
No YMCA activities at this location
No YMCA activities at this location
VOLUNTEER HOURS AT THE SENIOR CENTER
12:00-4:00 Drop in Hours 12:00-4:00 Drop in Hours
1:00 Card Games 1:00 Quilting Refer to YMCA hours.
TRIP SCHEDULE
CORAL REEF CROCHET EXHIBIT Tues. May 6 11:00-3:00
COLONIE MALL Thurs. May 7 | 9:30-3:00
LUNCH @ KAY’S PIZZA Thurs. May 14 | 11:00-2:00
CLIFTON PARK CENTER Tues. May 19 9:30-3:00
LUNCH @ THE MARINA Thurs. May 21 | 11:00-3:00
NORTHSTAR BOWLING Thurs. May 28 | 11:00-4:00
HOBBY LOBBY & UNCLE MARIO’S Thurs. June 4 | 9:30-3:00
LUNCH @ THE ANCHOR Thurs. June 11 11:00-2:00
CROSSGATES MALL Tues. June 16 | 9:00-4:00
MINNE HA-HA STEAMBOAT Thurs. June 25 9:30-4:00
SPECIAL EVENTS
Please refer to community newsletter for additional details.
(V)= Volunteer-led Event, sign up at the Senior Center
TACO TUESDAY & CINCO DE MAYO PARTY! Tues. May 5 | 12:00-1:30pm
MOVIE MONDAYS May 11 & June 8 | Start at12:00pm
CREATIVE PAINTING WORKSHOP Wed. May 13 | 1:00pm
SPRING FLING DANCE Sat. May 23 | 6:00pm-9:00pm
SUMMER POTLUCK Tues. June 23 | 12:15-2:00
ADVANCE DIRECTIVE WORKSHOPS May 12 & June 9 | 1:00pm
CONCERT & TEA PARTY (V) Wed. May 13 | 1:00pm
MONTHLY POTLUCKS (V) Wed. May 20 & June 10 | serving at 12:00pm
TAG SALE (V) Saturday, May 23 | 10:00-?
PAPER PIECING QUILT CLASS (V) Wed. June 3 | 1:00pm
GET MOVING! Beginner Pickleball from 1:30-2:30pm every Monday at the Rec Center!
the Brain Sharp - Through Movement and Sleep
Growing Up Together is an uplifting, intergenerational workshop that invites participants of all ages to explore and normalize the aging experience. Through guided conversations and practice, we will address how to thrive with motion and rest. Each discussion will focus on energizing through daily movement and restoring through sleep with brain sharpness as the ultimate goal. This welcoming space encourages reflection, shared wisdom, and practical takeaways for living fully. Join us as we grow together embracing aging with honesty, strength, and a sense of community.
TYPICAL POOL SCHEDULE May-June 21st
655 GAGE STREET, BENNINGTON | 802-500-2770
FOR OUR MOST ACCURATE AND UP TO DATE POOL SCHEDULES
Pool schedules are subject to change and should be checked before arriving.
MONDAY
6am-9am Lap/Open
9am-10am (Reserved) School Group
10am-11am Lap/Open
11am-12pm (Group Fitness) DanceFit
12pm-12:30pm Lap/Open
12:30pm-1:30pm (Reserved) SVSU Group
1:30-5pm Lap/Open
5pm-7pm Marauders Swim Team
7pm-8pm Lap/Open
TUESDAY
8am-10am Group Fitness/Lap Swim
10am-4pm Lap/Open
4pm-6pm Family Swim
6pm-7pm Marauders Swim Team
7pm-8pm Master Swim Team
WEDNESDAY
6am-8:30am Lap Swim
8:30am-9:30am (Reserved) CIS Lessons
9:30am-10:30am (Group Fitness) Cardio Splash
10:30am-11:30am Tots Swim/Lap Swim
11:30am-12:30pm (Reserved) School Group
12:30pm-3pm Private Lessons/Lap Swim
4:30pm-5:15pm Lap/Open
5:15pm-6pm (Group Fitness) Water Aerobics
6pm-8pm Marauders Swim Team
THURSDAY
8am-1pm Lap/Open
1pm-2pm (Reserved) School Group
2pm-3pm Lap/Open
3pm-4pm (Reserved) CIS Lessons
4pm-6pm Family Swim
6pm-7pm Marauders Swim Team
7pm-8pm Masters Swim Team
FRIDAY
6am-9am Lap/Open
9am-9:30am Step Into Swim
9:30am-10:30am (Reserved) SVSU Group
10:30am-11am Lap/Open
11am-12pm (GroupFitness) DanceFit
12pm-1pm Lap/Open
1pm-2pm (Reserved) SVSU Group
2pm-5:30pm Lap/Open
5:30pm-7pm Marauders Swim Team
7pm-8pm (Youth Program) Kids Night Out
SATURDAY
8am-9:30am Lap Swim
9:30-10:30 Adult Swim Lessons
10:30am-12pm Masters Swim Team
12pm-1pm Pool Rental
1pm-3pm Family Swim
3pm-4pm Lap Swim
BFYMCA YOUTH POOL POLICY:
We care about their safety!
All children 12 & under are required to take a swim test administered by a Bennington Y Certified Lifeguard prior to being able to swim lifevest free and have access to the deep end of the pool. Children who have not taken the test must wear floatation. Swim test can only be given if more than one lifeguard is on duty during your swim. Swim test is noted by membership staff after completion.
Revised 4/14/2026
Pool Depth: 10ft
Pool Length: 25 yards
Locker room access! Bring your own lock and take with you when you leave. Dry Saunas Available! *Note dry saunas close 15 min prior to facility closing time. Certified Lifeguard on duty!
Come prepared to:
Check in at front desk. Guests will need about 10 minutes to check in if never visited before. Wear a swim cap if hair your hair is longer than chin length. With your own towel. Ready to shower off before entering pool area.
Please exit the pool area early if you require extra time in locker rooms prior to closing.
