Special Interest Programs

Check out our wide variety of uniques programs. Learn something new and fun!

For more information on any of the programs you see below, please call 715-841-1855 or e-mail memberservices@thelandingwausau.com 

Play Reading- "Hedda Gabler" & "Enemy of the People" by Henry Ibsen

Tuesdays, February 11th-March 25th at 1:30-3:00pm

The YMCA Multi-Purpose Room

Gather with Sarah Rudolph & other theatre enthusiasts in The Landing to read & discuss tow plays written by Henry Ibsen.

Cost includes the cost of the play reading book.

Registration & Cancellation Deadline: January 22nd

  • Facilitator: Sarah Rudolph
  • Members: $15
  • Non-Members: $30
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Getting to Know Classic Films

Wednesdays, February 12th & 26th at 1:00-2:30pm

The Landing Tech Room

Join Scott Schutte, classic movie buff for our classic movies for February.

February 12th: "Brining up Baby" (1938)
February 26th: "For Heaven's Sake" (1926)

  • Facilitator: Scott Schutte
  • Members: FREE
  • Non-Members: Day Pass Required
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Mind, Body & Spirit with Debby Krenz

Thursdays, February 13th & 20th at 9:30-11:00am

The YMCA Multi-Purpose Room

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, the theme for February will be love; particularly SELF-LOVE. We can always love ourselves more! You can expect helpful information, resources, great discussions, meditation, & fun exercises for self discovery. The goal is to leave these classes feeling newly empowered.

Registration is required. Registration/Cancellation Date: Four Days prior to class

  • Facilitator: Debby Krenz
  • Members: $12
  • Non-Members: $27
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Valentine's Day Sing-A-Long

Friday, February 14th at 11:00am-12:00pm

The Landing Dining Room

Come out & sing along with Raymond Kraemer for our Valentine's Day Sing-A-Long. If interested in singing a solo, please let Raymond know.

  • Facilitator: Raymond Kraemer
  • Members: FREE
  • Non-Members: Day Pass Required
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Learn American Mahjongg

Mondays & Thursdays, March 3rd-March 13th at 11:00am-12:45pm

The Landing Art Room

American Mahjongg is a fun & fascinating game of skill & strategy, popular around the world. Using beautiful tiles & varying levels of complexity, Mahj has been shown to have a positive effect on cognitive function & brain health in aging.

Lynn is an experienced Mahjongg player with years of teaching experience under her belt. She has a passion for sharing this wonderful game that keeps your brain young. You'll have fun too!

Register Soon – Class Size is limited.

  • Facilitator: Lynn Eby
  • Members: $15
  • Non-Members: $45
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Ukulele Club with Justin Zopel

Kick-Off: Tuesday, March 4th at 10:00-11:00am                                                    Club: Tuesday, March 11th | Lessons: Tuesdays, March 18th-May 20th

The Landing Tech Room

The Landing Ukuele club is dedicatd to the promotion of fun, frolic & all things ukulele. Join us for the kick-off program where Justin walks through what the lessons entail.

The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of March, then lessons will meet on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of April & May.

  • Facilitator: Justin Zopel
  • Cost: Kick-Off & Club: FREE | Lessons: $100 for 5 Lessons
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Let's Create with U-Paint- "Lucky Gnome"

Wednesday, March 5th at 1:00-3:00pm

The Landing Art Room

Join Briana Ziebell-Glasel, on the first Wednesday of the month for an art teacher lead class to create an art piece every month. March's program will be painting a Fun St, Patrick's themed Gnome.

Registration Deadline: March 5th | Cancellation Deadline: February 26th

  • Facilitator: Briana Ziebell-Glasel
  • Members: $25
  • Non-Members: $40
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Guitar Music with John

Thursday, March 6th at 2:00-3:00pm

The Landing Dining Room

Come listen, dance, sing along & enjoy the musical talents of John & his guitar.

  • Facilitator: John Schmidt
  • Cost: FREE
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Practical Wisdom for Everyday Life Series

Thursday, March 13th-April 10th at 10:00-11:30am

The Landing Tech & Art Room

There's nothing more practical than understanding more about what is true. Like a good map, it makes it easier to get where we want to go. Wisdom is true knowledge put to good use.

This series of presentations/discussions is an opportunity to build on gems of wisdom from life experiences & explore new ones. Topics include:

March 13th: What's True about being Human?
March 27th: What we focus on grows
April 3rd: The Joy of Listening
April 10th: Caring with People

  • Facilitator: Loretta Ulmschneider
  • Members: FREE
  • Non-Members: Day Pass Required
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Mind, Body & Spirit with Debby Krenz

Thursdays, March 13th & 20th at 9:30-11:00am

The YMCA Multi-Purpose Room

Learn to connect with your intuition! There is a place inside of you that has infinite wisdom & knowledge. I can help you bring greater peace, joy & abundance into your life!

Registration is required. Registration/Cancellation Date: Four Days prior to class

  • Facilitator: Debby Krenz
  • Members: $12
  • Non-Members: $27
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Getting to Know Classic Films

Fridays, March 14th & 28th at 12:00-1:30pm

The Landing Tech Room

Join Scott Schutte, classic movie buff for our classic movies for February.

March 14th: "Some Like it Hot" (1959)
March 28th: "Body & Soul" (1947)

  • Facilitator: Scott Schutte
  • Members: FREE
  • Non-Members: Day Pass Required
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Tony Omernik Presents: Secrets of Planning a Happy Retirement

Friday, March 21st at 10:00-11:30am

The Landing Tech Room

Join Tony, an experiences retirement coach, as he leads this program that helps people develop their personalized, non-financial plan for a happy retirement.

Retirement is not just about finances; it's also about maximizing your life experiences around you & your objectives in having a happy retirement.

  • Facilitator: Tony Omernik
  • Members: FREE
  • Non-Members: Day Pass Required
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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Bridge Lessons- Advanced & Beyone Beginner's Lessons

Wednesdays, March 26th-May 28th at 12:30-2:30pm                                          (No Class April 2nd or May 7th)

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Registration Deadline: March 12th | Cancellation Deadline: March 5th

  • Facilitator: Emalyn Nikstad
  • Advanced Cost: $20
  • Beyond Beginner Cost: $35 (includes book)
  • Registration Required
  • Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
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