NORTHERN NECK FAMILY YMCA
39 William B. Graham Ct.
Kilmarnock, VA 22482
(804) 435-0223 A branch of the Peninsula Metropolitan YMCA |
Calendar
Nov 1 - Indoor Soccer Begins
Nov 7 - New Session Swim Lessons Begins $30 members/$50 others
Nov 7 - Lifeguard Course Begins $140 members/$160 others
Nov 8 - New Session Home School PE Begins
Nov 12 - Pickleball Tournament
Nov 14 - CVS Flu Shot Clinic 12-2pm
Nov 18 - Kids Night Out $15 members/$20 others
Nov 24 - Thanksgiving YMCA Closed
Dec 2-4 - Festival of the Trees |
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| VIOLET TURNS 90 | |
Veteran YMCA Group Exercise instructor, Violet Lewis, celebrated her 90th birthday on October 21. An inspiration to young and old, Violet has been teaching aerobics since 1981 when she was 60. Weighing slightly more than her age, the 95-lb fireball has barely slowed down despite having had heart surgery two years ago. She currently teaches three to four fitness classes per week, including Water Aerobics, Body Design and the very popular Senior Specialty class.
"She's a terrific teacher," said 90-year-old Ruth Rice, a Senior Specialty class participant. "She's interested in all of her students, assisting some to their chairs and setting up their equipment when needed. When I had my knee replacement a few years ago, I was no longer able to run or jump, so Violet took me into the weight room and showed me the elliptical machine, saying it was good for my heart. I've been using it ever since for 15 minutes before each class."
YMCA Group Exercise Instructor Coordinator, Linda Hamilton, has been teaching with Violet since their days together at Oakwood Fitness Center (now the YMCA Wiley Child Development Center). "She is one of the most inspirational people I've ever met," said Hamilton.
"Can you imagine having all that energy?" said Rice. "When I asked her one day where she got it, she said she'd always had it. I thought, 'Imagine what she was like when she was three! Her poor mother!'"
Lucille Tutt, another 90-year-old Senior Specialty class participant who's been with Violet since her Oakwood days, said, "Everyone in class loves her. She's a wonderful instructor who challenges her students, going out of her way to help everybody."
In a Rappahannock Record article from February 26, 2009, Violet said that she hoped she'd still be teaching when she was 90. At this rate, 95 is looking pretty promising. |
| FESTIVAL OF THE TREES | | |
Walk into a winter wonderland of trees and other holiday decorations, all donated by the community and on display for silent auction.
This annual event (our 14th!) begins Friday December 2 from 7-10pm with our Lighting of the Trees party and continues all weekend long through Sunday December 4 with final bidding at 3pm. There are activities for everyone in your family at one of the largest fundraisers to benefit our Guardian Program.
If you would like to donate a decorated tree or wreath, sponsor the event, volunteer, or for more information, please contact Donna McGrath at 435.0223 or donna.mcgrath@peninsulaymca.org.
Pictured above is Festival of the Trees 2010 Best in Show Winning Entry, "Memories Frozen in Time" by Anne Burgess of the Rappahannock Garden Club and her mother Dorothy Burton. |
| DON'T LET THE FLU...GET TO YOU! | | |
CVS is administering flu shots to those interested on Monday November 14th at the Northern Neck Family YMCA from
12-2pm. The flu inoculations are available to anyone 18 years of age and older for a small charge. CVS staff bill and submit information to qualified insurance providers for those who bring their insurance information with them on that day. Most insurance programs and Medicare part B cover the entire cost of the inoculation.
Pre-registration can be done at the Northern Neck Family YMCA anytime before the clinic. Pre-registration is not mandatory but definitely suggested so that supplies will fit demand.
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| KIDS NIGHT OUT FOR THE HOLIDAYS | | |
 Christmas Fun For Everyone!
Kids Night Out for the 5-12 year olds, in conjunction with the Lighting of the Trees party for the adults.
Drop off your children at the Wiley Child Development Center from
7-10pm and head over to the Northern Neck Family Y for our annual unveiling of the trees and Tastes of the Northern Neck gala event.
Your child will enjoy pizza, indoor swimming, Wii and more for a discounted price of $10. Non-party attendees who are Y members pay $15, program participants pay $20.
Contact Donna McGrath at 435-0223 or donna.mcgrath@peninsulaymca.org for more information.
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| JOIN OUR FAMILY ON THE TILE WALL | | |
 Need a unique gift idea for the person who has everything while contributing to a worthy cause? Make a lasting impression by having a photo or drawing displayed at the YMCA. Bring in a family photo, go to Yours Truly Photography and have your photo taken, or create a personal work of art! Tile sizes are 6x6 for $75, or 4x4 for $50 with proceeds supporting our Guardian program.
Contact Donna McGrath at 435-0223 or donna.mcgrath@peninsulaymca.org.
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