Color Scavenger Hunt & The Science of Awe
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 21
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Who: Open to YMCA members and non members alike. All ages welcome.
Location: TBD
Cost: FREE
When was the last time something made you stop, look closer, and say “wow”?
Join us for a playful evening exploring the emerging science of awe. Research suggests that moments of wonder can reduce stress, boost positive emotions, and expand our perspective, helping us feel more connected to the world and each other. Awe can show up in nature, art, kindness, or the small details we usually rush past, and noticing it on purpose is good for our mental well-being.
Then put the science into practice. Bring your phone with a camera, or a camera if you’d like to snap some fancy photos. We’ll split into small groups, and each group will choose a color to find in the world around us, like a yellow sign or a splash of blue in a mural. Hunting for color is a fun way to notice the tiny details we usually miss and see our surroundings with new appreciation.
Come back together to share your discoveries and swap reflections, and leave with simple ways to bring more wonder into your daily routine.
Come curious and ready to see the familiar in a whole new way. Snacks will be waiting to add a little extra color to the evening.
