Two runs in one: Santa Sprint & Reindeer Dash
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There's still time to register early for the Dec. 11 running event that will be a cool blast of fun for kids and adults alike.
The Reindeer Dash 5K run and the Santa Sprint takes place Dec. 11 here at the Y. The day continues our annual tradition of the Santa Sprint for kids (yes, Santa and Mrs. Claus have put us on their busy schedules) and adds the 5K -- for any pace.
The Santa Sprint is an eighth-mile stretch on the Red Jacket Trail next to the Y. It will begin at 10 am. and all participants will receive a T-shirt. Fees are $8 per child.
The 5K Reindeer Dash doesn't actually need to be a dash. It's simply a non-competitive run or walk in the cool outdoors. (For the competitive among us, times will be called out at the finish line). Fees for the 5K before Dec. 6 are $15 ($10 for ages 6-12). Registration after Dec. 7 is $20 ($15 for ages 6-12). Early registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt.
Fill out a registration form here or at the Y.
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Open the calendar: Upcoming dates of note at the YMCA
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The Red Cross blood drive will be at the Y from noon to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec 22. To make an appointment, click here....Jan. 16 is Daughter Day, an opportunity for girls and moms (or grandmothers, aunts, mentors) to spend an afternoon of nails, yoga, dance, snacks and more. The hours are 1 p.m. to 4 in the aerobics studio ...The Mankato Symphony Orchestra returns to the Y Saturday, Feb. 5 with another installment in the Handel With Care series. Stay tuned for times and details.
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Registration open for 'Teen Night Triple Play,' an evening for junior high students
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Junior high kids who love pool, basketball or volleyball have a night to take part in contests for any or all of them on the night of Jan. 22.
That's the date of "Teen Night Triple Play," an evening designed specifically for junior high kids and featuring teams of three vs. three in the three games. Prizes will be given to -- you guessed it -- the top three in each category.
Kids can sign up individually or in teams, and there's a $2 discount off the $6-per-person admission if purchased before Jan. 15.
Games start at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. For questions or more information, call Karri Olmanson at 345-9806.
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 Non-School Days provide peace of mind during your days "on"
Parents: On days when your kids have the day off but you don't, the YMCA offers its activity-filled Non-School Day program.
The Y just finished a couple of fun Non-School Days over the Thanksgiving season that included trips to the Science Museum and the WOW Zone. Those were in addition to gym games, swimming, snacks and crafts here at the Y.
More is in store on upcoming Non-School Days Wednesday, Nov. 22; Monday Dec. 27; Tuesday, Dec. 28; Wednesday, Dec. 29; Thursday, Dec. 30; and Friday, Dec. 31.
Fees for members are $31 per day for the first child and $20 each additional child per family. Fees for non-members are $46 per day for the first child and $36 per day for each additional child per family.
The program is for grades K-5 and times are 8 to 5. Children may be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m. and must be picked up no later than 5:30 p.m.
Permission forms need to be signed, so register at the Y. For questions, call Karri Olmanson at 345-9806.
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