OCTOBER 2010

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
MEMBER SURVEY
TEXAS BARBEQUE
MENTORS NEEDED
FALL SPORTS
 
NORTHERN NECK FAMILY YMCA 
39 William B. Graham Court
Kilmarnock, VA 22482
(804) 435-0223

A branch of the Peninsula Metropolitan YMCA
 
Calendar
October 5 - Y Walkers
October 7 - Pickleball Tournament
October 8 - Kids Night Out 6pm ($15/$20)
October 16 - Common Since Pain Management 9am ($35/$45)
October 18 - New Session Swim Lessons Begin ($30/$50)
October 24 -Texas Barbeque
October 26 - Book Lover's Book Club
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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Last month we introduced you to some exciting changes happening here at the Y. We told you about our three areas of focus: For Youth Development, For Healthy Living and For Social Responsibility. Because you are an important part of our organization, we want to share with you the meaning behind each of the focus areas.

 

Behind "For Youth Development" is our belief that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. The values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. At the Y, children and teens learn positive values and behaviors and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.


Next month:  FOR HEALTHY LIVING

BETTER TOGETHER

Because you are a member of the YMCA, we value your comments. Please take 2-3 minutes to answer eight (8) questions about the programs and services we provide to you. The results will be used to improve our service, program offerings and operations.

To thank you for your time, upon completion of the survey, you will automatically be entered to win one free month of YMCA membership. 

Click here to take the survey.

We appreciate your time and look forward to learning how we can better serve you.

TEXAS BARBEQUE

Friends of the Northern Neck Family YMCA invite you to wear your boots and hats to Dreamfields in Kilmarnock on Sunday October 24 from 5pm to 9pm.  The Texas Barbeque will feature authentic beef brisket, country music, silent bidding & fun!

Tickets are $50 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under. For more information contact Susan Johnson at 436-2204.  Puchase tickets at the Northern Neck Family YMCA.

MENTORS NEEDED

Can you fill a need in a child's life?

Through a partnership with Lancaster County School System, the YMCA provides mentoring for selected school age children every Wednesday from 3:30-5:30pm.  Children receive
one-on-one instruction in a group setting from dedicated and caring community volunteers.

Join the YMCA's Mentoring Program and fill a heart and the academic, social, and emotional needs of children in Lancaster County. Two hours a week of your time is all we ask.  Simply complete an application and background check. We'll provide you with the training and match you with a student.  Contact Donna McGrath 435-0223 or for more information donna.mcgrath@peninsulaymca.org.

FALL SPORTS

Indoor Soccer

Dribble - Pass - Shoot - Score! Our co-ed, indoor soccer league focuses on the basic skills of soccer taught through practices and games. Indoor Soccer is offered to children ages 3-11 and our Y staff organizes teams by age. This program also includes a skills clinic. The cost is $40 for members and $60 for non-members. Registration opens on October 18. The season begins on November 1 and runs through December 11.

Touchdown Flag Football

Flag Football is an instructional class that focuses on the basic skills of passing, blocking, kicking, and running. Children will learn the sport of flag football in a structured class setting while working with a YMCA instructor. This class is coed, grouped by age and available for children ages 4-7. It provides a foundation for growth, teamwork and respect.  The cost is $40 for members and $60 for non-members. Registration opens on October 18. The season begins on November 1 and runs through December 13.