Because you are a member of the YMCA, we value your comments.  Please take 2-3 minutes to answer eight (8) questions about the 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.

Clear your calendar for Saturday, November 20th.  You will not want to miss the Festival of Trees taking place at the Smithfield Center from 7:00 - 10:00 PM.  The fun filled event will include hors d'oeuvres, beverages, music, and a silent as well as a live auction.

Why do we have the Festival of Trees?  Program fees do not cover the full cost of our vital community programs.  Our Strong Communities scholarship program provides financial assistance so that no individual is denied a chance to participate because of inability to pay.  Offering opportunities to those who might overwise be unable to enroll helps make your community a better place to live and work.

Tickets are available at the YMCA.  Come out and have a great evening, support your YMCA as we support our community.

Parent-Child Dance Class

Join us for a fun dance class designed for you and your child, 3-5 years old.  The classes begin Saturday, October 9th.

Petite Picassos

Come let your child experience a class of art and sculpting.  This 8 week class helps your child develop gross motor skills through a series of arts and crafts.  Classes start October 5th.

Basketball Workshop

Register now for this introductory workshop for youth interested in playing basketball but with limited experience on a team.  The one day workshop will be Saturday, October 23rd from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Fall Festival

Friday, October 29th is our 11th Annual Fall Festival from 7:00 - 9:00 PM.  Join us for family games, a costume contest, face painting, and other fun activities.  Bring your trick-or-treat bag and come out for this special member appreciation event.  Admission is free, but please bring a non-perishable food donation for our Thanksgiving food boxes.

Please click here to contact Angela Sproul, Youth and Family Program Director if you have any questions about these programs.

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