Want to clean out your children's closets?  The annual Kids' Consignment Sale will be on Saturday, April 14th, from 7:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m  Now is the time to register to sell your items!  PDF

We sell quality children's clothing (infant - size 12), children's shoes, toys, games, books, furniture, baby equipment and maternity wear.  Consignors earn 60%, and all proceeds benefit the Victory YMCA Strong Communities Campaign, our giving program for families in need.

Volunteers may shop the preview sale!  Cash and credit cards will be accepted.  Child Watch will be  available for shoppers and volunteers.

For more information contact Allison Brown at (757) 867-3300 x 230.

Summer Camp Registration Dates

York County Resident YMCA Members:

March 3, 2012  8:00 a.m. - 2 p.m.

YMCA Members:

March 12, 2012 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Open Registration by appointment:

March 19, 2012

In order to register you MUST present the following items:

• school physical (must be within the past 24 months)
• shot record
• original birth certificate

Due to state licensing requirements, we cannot accept incomplete packets.

Payment:

A $40 non-refundable registration fee and payment for the first session is due upon registration. In order to guarantee a spot in future sessions, a $25 non-refundable, nontransferable

deposit per session, per child, is required upon registration. Payment balance is due by Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. prior to each session.

For more information, contact Karen Evans at 757-867-3300

or karen.evans@peninsulaymca.org                           PDF 

Lose Big to Win Big: Join the Upcoming Weight Loss Challenge!

Join the Lose-to-Win weight loss challenge and experience a  life-changing program that includes educational weight loss, nutrition and exercise lectures, periodic motivational challenges, as well as group training sessions with a certified personal trainer. Free memberships will be awarded to the top three winners.

The program session is from March 26 through May 31, with a cost of $75 for members and $150 for non-members. Non-members receive a facility pass for the 10-week program while enrolled. The first meeting is on Monday, March 26th, at 6:30 p.m. at the Victory Family YMCA. Please register at the Welcome Center from February 1 - March 30. There are limited spaces available so don't miss out on this great opportunity!  PDF

For more information contact Franki Pivarnik, Community Wellness Director, at Franki.Pivarnik@peninsulaymca.org 

or (757)867-3300 x 225.

Women's History Month

The role of women in the early years of the YMCA was limited due to the fact that leaders focused on programs for young men. The first steps to include women were in the 1930's, when swimming and lifesaving classes were offered. Soon the Y began sponsoring campfires, picnics and other outings for families. Women were given opportunity to supervise playground activities and conduct parenting classes, as well as being admitted to the YMCA vocational and secondary school programs.

The advent of WWII accelerated opportunities for women to become more involved through childcare programs, day camps and other activities.

The role of women in the YMCA steadily evolved over the decades from enrolling in homemaking and crafts classes, to playing badminton and softball, to working as paid employees and obtaining positions of leadership. By the early 1970's, girls and women had equal access to all Y programs.

National Nutrition Month

Healthy eating on a budget can be challenging, so we have some hints that will help!

Plan:

• Plan weekly meals and snacks according to budget
• Find recipes online
• Stretch expensive food items into more than one meal (ie, stew, stir fry, soups)
• Make a list and stick to it
• Check for sales and coupons
• Ask about store loyalty card

Purchase

• Don't shop when you are hungry or rushed
• Store brands are often cheaper
• Compare unit prices
• Bulk shopping may be cheaper
• Buy in-season fruit and vegetables
• Pre-cut fruits and vegetables are often more expensive

Prepare

• Prepare meals in advance
• Double recipes and freeze portions
• Substitute beans and peas for meat
• Incorporate leftovers in meals
• Be creative with a fruit or vegetable

AcitveTrax can help track nutrition! Our ActiveTrax system has a database of over 20,000 foods to help you track your caloric intake and burn so that you stay on target to achieve your goal. Ask a Wellness Coach to get you started with this free service.