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Our Members’ March Madness Bracket Challenge is coming back!
Details, dates, and pickup information will be announced soon.
Stay tuned...
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We had a great time and a wonderful turnout at our artist reception this past Sunday!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support local art and spend the afternoon with us.
If you couldn’t make it, keep your eye out for the next one!
| | Solving Mysteries. Strengthening Community. | | | | |
From unraveling clues to sharing a meal and enjoying live music, our Murder Mystery Valentine’s Dinner brought couples and friends together for an evening of fun, flavor, and unforgettable moments. Guests enjoyed a Murder Mystery experience, dinner from Bernardi's Washington, and live music by Matt Eckberg.
If you couldn’t make it, we hope to see you at our next special event.
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Our seniors surprised us with a Valentine’s Day flash mob and showed off their moves — and let’s just say, they’ve still got it!
Nothing but smiles, laughter, and a whole lot of heart in the lobby yesterday.
Thanks for spreading the love and joy, Total Rx!
| | Kids Clubhouse, Youth Fitness & Programming | | Update: Kids Clubhouse Hours | | Beginning Monday, the Kids Clubhouse will open 30 minutes later on Mondays; all other days remain the same. | | | | |
Intro to Tumbling
New Session starts Feb 26
February 26-March 26 | Thursdays
Ages 3-5 | Thursdays, 4:45-5:15 p.m.
Ages 6-9 | Thursdays 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Price: $55 Members $60 Non- Members
In this class, your child will learn new tumbling skills and work on improving the tumbling skills they already have. This class will not only be about tumbling, but building up strength.
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We’re excited to announce the first Five Points Washington Community Art Fair, happening June 20, 2026 in Washington, IL!
This one-day outdoor art fair will coincide with the Paint the Path fundraiser for the Washington Bridge Education Foundation, creating a community-wide celebration of the arts.
The official event page is coming soon, but early artist registration is now OPEN:
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Judy Harvey
Exhibition: January 14 - February 27, 2026
Discover the work of a local artisan potter whose creative journey began as a joyful experience with her grandchildren and has grown into a seven-year passion. From spontaneous forms shaped at the wheel to thoughtfully designed pieces, her pottery reflects the calming, rewarding connection between hands and clay. Experience her latest work at the upcoming Exhibition, on view January 14 - February 27.
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Doug Schermer
Exhibition: January 14 - February 27, 2026
Award-winning wildlife artist Doug Schermer crafts masterpieces born from a lifetime of outdoor adventures in the American heartlands, bringing untamed nature to life through intricate illustrations that have graced the pages of Bassmaster Magazine, Outdoor Life, and beyond. See his work in the upcoming Exhibition, on view January 14 - February 27.
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Community Gallery Wall: Call for Artists | |
Our Community Gallery Wall is a place where local creativity shines and we want your work to be part of it!
Five Points Washington is proud to celebrate local creativity through our Community Gallery Wall, located in the main corridor outside the Caterpillar Performing Arts Center. This rotating gallery space highlights the incredible talent of artists from Washington and surrounding communities. We’re currently accepting submissions for upcoming exhibition slots! If you’re a painter, photographer, sculptor, or mixed media artist, we invite you to share your work with our community.
Exhibit Details:
- Open to artists of all experience levels
- Artwork may include photography, painting, mixed media, or other wall-hangable pieces
- Exhibitions typically run for 6–8 weeks
- No entry fee to apply
| | Questions? Email us at NikkiW@fivepointswashington.org or call (309)444-8222. | | | | | Seniors...Join Us Online! | |
Did you know?
The Five Points Washington Senior Room is more than a room, it’s a place where friendships grow, activities inspire and the community comes together…both in person and ONLINE! | |
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Due to weather, we had to cancel our Senior Speaker Series originally scheduled for January 26.
We’re happy to share that the event has been rescheduled for February 23!
Join us for free coffee and refreshments, a speaker from the Alzheimer’s Association, and door prizes.
We’d love to see you there!
| | A Little Something to Try at Home | | Boxing Bootcamp starts Feb 23 | | | | |
Get ready for six-weeks of 30-minute Boxing Bootcamp Group Training!
Session Starts February 23!
Boxing Bootcamp Training Times:
Mondays 4:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Tuesdays 9:15 a.m.
Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Thursdays 9:15 a.m.
Saturdays 7:30 a.m. & 9:15 a.m.
*You can come to as many sessions as you would like during these six-weeks.
Register at the Five Points front desk, online or over the phone.
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TRX MAX is our premium class which focuses on high intensity training through the use of TRX suspension trainers, kettlebells and bodyweight movements.
This class runs for six-weeks starting on February 24!
Training Times:
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30-6 p.m.
Saturdays 10:15–10:45 a.m.
*You can come to as many sessions as you would like during these six-weeks.
Fee:
$90 members
$110 non-members
Register at the Five Points front desk, online or over the phone.
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Hydrate Your Joints is a four-part class series designed to help you bring hydration, mobility and strength back into your hands and feet using simple, powerful techniques.
This class runs for four-weeks starting on March 2. Join us for the whole series or pop in for one!
Class Schedule:
March 2-23
Mondays 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Event Room A
Class Details:
March 2 | Wake Up Your Feet
March 9 | Wake Up Your Hands
March 16 | Strengthen Your Feet and Ankles
March 23 | Strengthen your Hands & Wrists
Fee:
All 4 Classes: Member $44, Non-member $60
Drop-in Class: Member $15, Non-Member $20
Register at the Five Points front desk, online or over the phone.
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Come and learn how to play Pickleball with Joyce Hughes. Pickleball is a lively racket game for all ages and abilities. Five Points offers hands-on training for both beginners and intermediate Pickleball players. Each class will teach proper grip, how to keep score, rules of the game, stroke, serve and etiquette.
Adult Intermediate Class: requires prior knowledge of the game, keeping score and different strokes. This class will work on strategy and court positions. Drills and match play will also be introduced.
Class Schedule:
March 3-24 (Tuesdays)
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Beginner
12:30-1:30 p.m.| Intermediate
March 5-26 (Thursdays)
3-4 p.m. | Beginner
4-5 p.m.| Intermediate
Fee:
Adult Beginner class:
$80 Members | $100 Non-Members
Adult Intermediate class:
$120 Members |$140 Non-Members
Register at the Five Points front desk, online or over the phone.
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Five Points Basketball Trainer, Logan Buzzell, is ready to help your basketball player work on some of those important basketball skills. We are offering two sessions this spring, you can register your child for one or both sessions!
Class Schedule:
March 7
9-10 a.m. | 4th-6th Grade
10:15-11:15 a.m. | Kindergarten-3rd Grade
April 18
9-10 a.m. | 4th-6th Grade
10:15-11:15 a.m. | Kindergarten-3rd Grade
Fee:
$25/per player, per session
Register at the Five Points front desk, online or over the phone.
| | More Value with Your Membership | | | | |
Watch your child grow and gain new skills in the pool with our amazing swim instructors this fall. Swim lessons are the best way for your kids to learn about water safety and feel comfortable in the water.
Spots fill quickly! Head to our website to learn more about our program, submit a request or to meet our instructors.
| Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager, Rachele Mullen: rachelem@fivepointswashington.org | |
| Lifeguard Classes – Now Enrolling | |
Katy Nichole, Cade Thompson: Honest Conversations Tour
April 25, 2026
7p.m.
The Honest Conversations Tour isn’t about pretending you have it all together – it’s about showing up as you are. Katy Nichole brings songs like her breakout anthem, “In Jesus Name (God of Possible)” to the deeply personal, “God Is In This Story”… she turns real-life moments into something you can actually sing out loud. It’s a night that feels honest, unfiltered, and surprisingly fun. You’ll leave texting your friends about that song that got you… This is what it sounds like when faith meets real life.
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Martin Media Presents:
Michael W. Smith Kingdom Come
May 14, 2026
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Join us for an evening of wonderful and powerful music by Michael W. Smith. Artist and worship leader, Michael W. Smith, is coming to Washington, IL for his KINGDOM COME, Worship Nights tour on May 14, 2026. Smith is one of the biggest names in all of Christian and Worship music and is excited to bring this all new night of worship and hits as only he can. Whether you are a long-time fan of his music or brand new you will be moved by the intentionality and beauty of this night of music and worship.
Ticket Information:
Floor Seating: $85 | Balcony Seating: $75
Door will open an hour before the show begins, concessions and merch will be available.
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David Phelps “Speak of Love” Tour
July 11, 2026
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Commemorating David Phelps’ new album, Speak Of Love, join us for the Speak Of Love Tour. Featuring songs from the new project and classics that you’ve grown to love, this twenty-stop tour is sure to be a favorite for the whole family.
Don’t miss this thrilling night of soulful music as we celebrate kindness and joy and Speak Of Love.
Ticket Information:
Balcony Seating: $35 | Floor Seating: $50 | Premier Floor Seating: $65
Door will open an hour before the show begins, concessions and merch will be available.
| | Together, we make a difference | Generational Impact Fund | | The Generational Impact Circle are the leading annual donors of Five Points Washington. They give annually to support our vision and dedication to be a community for well-being for generations to come. Your commitment to the Generational Impact Circle represents an investment in fostering wellness, performing arts, celebration and strengthening connections within our community. | | | | Help Make a Lasting Impact
The Generational Impact Fund supports the programs, spaces, and experiences that bring our community together at Five Points Washington.
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