Rye Derby & Healthy Kids Day
| Hundreds of families, racers, and kids at heart enjoyed a sunny Healthy Kids Day and Rye Derby at the Rye Y on Sunday, May 2. The event was made possible by dozens of sponsors and volunteers; proceeds will go towards Rye Y scholarships and teen programming. The winners of the 5 mile race were:
Winners - Male: 1st place, Kumsa Adugna 23:57.3; 2nd place, Genna Tufa; 3rd place, Abiyot Endale
Winners - Female: First place, Serkalem Abhra at 27:58.0; 2nd place, Sebleledet Kasahun; 3rd place, Kristina Dorfman
1st place Rye Male: Conor O'Driscoll; 1st place Rye female, Kristina Dorfman
View a video of the Rye Derby and Healthy Kids Day.
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| Membership Changes | |
Effective May 1, several changes have been made to Rye YMCA Policies:
- Family memberships now include children enrolled in college until they are no longer in school or turn 23 years of age, whichever occurs first.
- Hold Status is now available to current members who would like to place their membership on hold for a minimum of two months and a maximum of 5 months. The fee is $10 a month. Hold Status request requires 15 day written notice and does not apply to Youth or College Away memberships.
- Smoking will not be permitted on any Rye Y premises including outside the facility, the grounds, and the parking lot.
Click here to view the entire Rye YMCA Policy Manual.
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| Mini Camp for Pre-Schoolers - Registration now open |
June 7th - June 11th & June 14th - June 18th
9:30 am - 1:00 pm, Ages 3-5 - Space is Limited. We are offering two Week Long Programs for preschool age children. .Children will participate in Music, Arts and Crafts, Outdoor Play & Swimming.Lunch must be provided. *Must be Toilet Trained
Click here for details. |
| Gymnastics Open Workout - 5/13 |
Thursday, May 13, 6:30-7:30 pm, Ages 7 and up
Come and take part in our open workout program - work on all four Olympic events, plus Tumble Trac, and Mini Trampoline instruction. Gymnastics experience required. $20. Non-Members welcome. Register online |
| Fun Club Day - 5/12 - Rye City Schools |
Wednesday, May 12 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Grades K-6 Enjoy a day at the Rye Y and watch "Furry Vengeance" at the Port Chester Movie Theatre. Pack Lunch. $60 for ASA/KT Members and $75 for Non Members. Space is limited. Click here to register online. |
| Rye YMCA Annual Dinner - 5/13 |
Thursday, May 13, 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Apawamis Club in Rye.
Gold Spirt and Community Service Awards will be presented. Contact Sally Wright at 967-6363, ext. 202 for ticket information.
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| Kindertime and ASA Registration | |
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| Blood Drive - 5/15 |
Saturday, May 15, 9 am - noon
Give the gift of life! Stop by the Rye Y to participate in a blood drive benefiting the White Plains Hospital blood bank. |
| Senior Health & Fitness Day - 5/26 |
Wednesday, May 26, 9am - 1:00 pm
Activities include: Breakfast on the Go, Stir Fry Cooking Lesson, Zumba!, Preventing Hip Displacement, Chair Shiatsu Massage, Gentle Chair Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Posture and Balance, Easy Stretches, Healthy Luncheon and Free Raffle with over $1000 of GREAT Prizes.
FREE but Reservations are required and may be made by emailing charlieclute@ryeymca.org or calling 967-6363, ext. 206 starting May 3. Please leave a message with your name and phone number. |
| Summer Aquatics Classes |
Schedule will be available at the Member Services Desk and at www.ryeymca.org on May 15. |
| May Teen Nights |
The Rye YMCA is open for basketball, swimming (swim caps required), working out, video games, or socializing with friends in the Teen Lounge. Teens can also try air hockey, pool, ping-pong or foosball in the Game Room. Rye Y Members: Free; Teen Access Members: $5.00; 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Friday: (Grades 9-12) 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28
Saturday: (Grades 6-8) 5/1, 5/8, 5/15 (no teen night on 5/29)
For more information, please click here to contact Danielle Ybarra.
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| 5th Grade Night Out - 5/22 |
Sat., May 22 - 7-9 pm $10 at the doorIncludes pizza and a drink.
Inviting all 5th Graders to the Rye Y for a Night of Fun! Air Castle, Arcade Games, D.J., Pool and other fun surprises Additional drinks, snacks and goodies for $1.00 each. Sponsored by the Rye Youth Council and Rye YMCA |
| May and June Safety Classes |
Several safety classes, including Babysitting, Infant & Child CPR, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Adult CPR and AED.Lifeguard Training, Waterfront LIfeguard Review and our new Lifeguard Management class start in May and June. Please click here for details. |
Wainwright Affinity Groups
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Rye Y members are invited to Wainwright House Affinity Groups including:
Women in Conversation: Midlife and Beyond (every first and third Monday of every month 7:15-9:15 pm
Connections: Adult study program, Tuesdays from 10:30 am to noon.
$10 per meeting. For more information, please click here.
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21 Locust Avenue
Rye, NY
914-967-6363 www.ryeymca.org
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Memorial Day
| We are closed Monday, May 31.
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We value your input!
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 Flexible Payment plans and financial aid available. |
| Group Orientations for New Members | |
Please join us for a short event designed for you to get as much as possible out of your new membership. Please call 967-6363, ext 207 to reserve a spot.
Thursday May 20 at 7:00 pm and
Tuesday May 25 at 12:30 |
| Walking Group | |
Join us for a walk (led by Diana Vita) this Tues. 5/4, at 9:30 am. Interested in becoming part of an walking group? Click here to email us with the best times for you and we'll try to put together a few scheduled walks. |
Host an Int'l Camp Counselor!
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| The Rye Y is seeking Host Families for its International Camp Counselor Program. For more information, please contact Lou Caratelli or click here for details. |
Health Reminder
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The Rye YMCA encourages members to take these simple steps to protect your health while here at the Y:
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing
- Wash your hands often with soap and water
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
- Try to avoid close contact with sick people
- If you get sick with the flu, stay home from work, school or other public places
For more information on how to prevent the spread of flu, please visit the CDC website. | |
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