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Community Swings into Action, Driving Funds for YWCA Programs and Services Aid to Victims of Violence / Child Care / Mentoring / Health & Fitness On Friday, August 1, over 100 golfers on 27 teams teed off to support the crucial programs of YWCA Cortland, which include Aid to Victims of Violence, Child Care, Mentoring, and…

*Original publication date: August 13, 2025* Move with Purpose, Grow with Community This student-led Tai Chi class offers a creative, calm, and thorough approach for intermediate students. Focus on building strength, flexibility, and balance in a supportive, collaborative environment. Again, this is ideal for Level 1 experienced practitioners and not intended for beginners. When: Every…

*Original publication date: August 13, 2025* Find Your Calm This Fall – Manage Stress, Breathe Deep, Live Lighter. The new school year, the busy season ahead, and the holidays are on the horizon — fall can be beautiful, but also stressful. This is the perfect time to reset your mind and strengthen your meditation practice…

*Original publication date: August 8, 2025* Join us for a Social Seniors Luncheon on Wednesday, September 10, for a free lunch and informative discussion on the “Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances” presented by Stephanie D’Amico of the Alzheimer’s Association. Learn how to start a conversation about finances, assess financial and legal needs, avoid…

*Original publication date: August 8, 2025* Align your mind, body, and spirit! Start your day with a flow-based yoga class designed to energize your body and calm your mind! This morning flow for beginner and intermediate yoga students, emphasizes coordinating breath with movement, strengthening the core, improving flexibility, and enhancing balance. Instructors Brenna Ricci and…

*Original publication date: August 8, 2025* Regain confidence and independence! Join us and the Cortland Office of Aging for Matter of Balance, a FREE, highly effective, fall prevention program implemented nationwide. If you’re concerned about falling, have experienced a fall, or are restricting activities, this program is for you! Matter of Balance helps older adults…

*Original publication date: August 8, 2025* Looking for a gentle way to improve your strength, flexibility, and mindfulness? Chair Yoga might be just what you need! This accessible class is designed for every body, offering a supportive and inclusive way to enjoy the many benefits of yoga—no need to get down on the mat! Led…

*Original publication date: August 6, 2025* Flip Into Fall YWCA Gymnastics! Taught by experienced instructor Meryl Fish, these classes help kids build strength, coordination, and confidence through movement. Classes run in six-week sessions from September 8 to October 13, with registration open from August 1 to September 2. Whether your child is just starting out…

*Original publication date: August 6, 2025* Join the YWCA’s brand-new Indoor Walking Challenge, starting Tuesday, September 2! This challenge is a great way to get your steps in, stay accountable, and connect with others in a climate-controlled environment, on stable ground, all year long! Participants are encouraged to set personal goals and track their progress while…

*Original publication date: August 6, 2025* If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply out of sync with yourself, this 6-week breathwork series offers a simple yet powerful reset. Led by certified breathwork facilitator and mindfulness teacher Amy Caruso, each 30-minute session is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release tension, and reconnect with…