MARCH 2011

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COOKING SCHOOL
BOATER SAFETY
SPRINT
CAMP REGISTRATION
HEALTHY KIDS DAY
 
LUTER FAMILY YMCA 
259 James Street
Smithfield, VA  23430
(757) 365-4060

A branch of the Peninsula Metropolitan YMCA
 
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April 2
Sprint
April 16 
Boater Safety
Healthy Kids Day
April 24
Closed for Easter 
 

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COOKING SCHOOL

Monday, March 28

7:00 - 8:00 pm

 

Are you unsure of how to prepare healthy meals at home? 

Tracy Conder, Registered Dietician will demonstrate cooking and food preparation techniques to maximize the flavor and nutritional value of the foods you serve. Free to members and non-members. Register at the Y Welcome Center or call 365-4060.

 

BOATER SAFETY COURSE

Saturday, April 16

8:15 am to 5:00 pm

  

Boat Virginia is a free Boating & PWC Safety Course offered by the Deptartment of Game and Inland Fisheries. Class instructor is Henry McBurney, VDGIF volunteer. Spaces fill fast, pre-registration required. Bring snacks and a lunch. To register call 365-4060. 

 

SMITHFIELD SPRINT

Saturday, April 2

10:00 am

 

Many volunteers are needed for this annual event that attracts over 500 tri-athletes. To volunteer contact Tim at 365-4060

or at tim.butler@peninsulaymca.org

 

CAMP REGISTRATION 

Y Summer Camp is a traditional camp experience that develops spirit, mind and body. A fun daily schedule provides hours filled with excitement and new experiences. Activities include swimming, arts and crafts, new games, nature exploration, sports, song, field trips and much more. The program stresses socialization, self-confidence, self-awareness and teaches skills. Campers are divided into groups according to grade.

Camp also allows parents to work without worry while their children enjoy summer experiences that will last a lifetime.

Cost per week is $85 for Members and $100 for Program Participants. Camp season runs June 20 - September 2, 2011.

  

Registration: 

March 1, 2011 for current School-Age Participants

March 8, 2011 for YMCA Members

March 15, 2011 open registration

 

HEALTHY KIDS DAY IN THE PARK

Saturday, April 16

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

 

The YMCA, in collaboration with the Isle of Wight Parks & Recreation, invites the community to Carrollton Nike Park for a free fun-filled family day! Numerous organizations will be on hand with information, activities, demonstrations and more, all related to the health and well being of children. The day starts at 10 am with Easter Egg hunts divided by age group, beginning at 11:00 am. Kids should bring their Easter basket. Free lunch while supplies last, beginning at 11:30 am. Discover all of the community programs and camps available for children this summer! Children must be accompanied by an adult. To volunteer for this event please e-mail connie.chapman@peninsulaymca.org