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RYE YMCA NEWSLETTER       May 2011
News
rye derby The Rye Derby & Healthy Kids Day
Click here for results of the races and to view a video of the festivities.
awardees
 
Rye Y to Honor Outstanding Volunteers at Annual Dinner
On May 18th, the Rye Y will honor three individuals who as volunteers share a deep commitment to strengthening community through service to the Y and to the community at large. Lisa Murphy, Michael Moran and Jane Mickatavage will each receive an award from the Y. Read more.
Rye Y Welcomes Regional Coordinator of New YMCATanya Diabetes Prevention Program
The Rye YMCA is pleased to announce the appointment of Tanya Potrzebowski as the regional coordinator of its new YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program (YDPP). Read more.
Top 10 Tips for Selecting a Summer Camp
camp swimmingWhen searching for a summer program it's easy to be overwhelmed by all the options that are available.  Whether you choose a Rye Y Camp or not, we're here to make sure you're on the right path for your family. Read more
Distracted Driving & Walking youtube-streetsmarts
Click here to watch a short video from our Street Smarts Community forum. The full forum is available to watch online at Rye TV.
Safe Routes to School Grant
The Rye Y received a $5000 grant award from New York State to implement Safe Routes to School initiatives in Rye, Rye Neck, Larchmont, and Mamaroneck.  Thank you NYS Sen.Suzi Oppenheimer for your support!  Click here for more information about SRTS.
Events
Wellness Wednesday - Re-scheduled
May 11, 7-8pm
Are you thriving or just surviving?  Led by Health Coach and Acupuncturist, Jill Doornick.  Click here for details. 
Y Kids Club - For Children with Special Needs
May 19 - 5:30-7:30 pm - Ages 9-13
A fun gathering for kids who need extra support in social situations. Click here for details and to register.
High School & Middle School Nights
Stop by for basketball, swimming (swim caps required) working out, video games in the Teen Lounge and pool, air hockey and more in the Game room.  Rye Y Members: Free (except special events); Teen Access Members: $5.00 (Y Membership not required - Click here for card info.)

High School nights, 7-10pm: Fridays (Grades 9-12): 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27
Middle School Nights,
7-10 pm: Saturdays (Grades 6-8): 5/7, 5/14

5th Grade Night - 5/21 - An evening devoted to 5th graders. Watch for details!
Wainwright House - 60th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, May 14  (No Y classes at the Wainwright on 5/14)
A Celebration of Spirit at the Wainwright House
Saturday, May 14, 2 - 7 PM
Featuring Music of the Spheres & Barbara Marx Hubbard
 www.ACelebrationofSpirit.org


Writing from the Heart-Finding your own Voice Workshop May 15, 10am - 4 pm at the Wainwright House
Reclaim your voice using your own language, your own rhythms and your own story. Please click here for details.

Windows of the Sky Jin Shin Do Self-Acupressure
May 15, 10:30 am - 4:00 pm at the Wainwright House
Learn over 20 points, in combinations, on the face, neck, and shoulders for easy self-acupressure or for use on others. Please click here for details.
Pre-Natal Yoga - Now on Sunday!
May 22 - June 1 - 9:30-10:30 am
Members: $45; Non-Members: $65
Click here for details.
Healthier Community Forum - Edible Gardens 
May 24, 9:30-11:00 am
Workshop featuring Cornell Cooperative Extension master gardeners, school administrators and landscape professionals.  Learn how to develop a curriculum based garden at your school!  Workshop to be held at Daniel Warren Elementary School.
Senior Health & Fitness Day
May 25, 9 am - 1 pm
A day devoted to health and fitness for adults 60 years and older. Activities will include stretching, water exercises, raffles and lunch. Please click here to make reservations (required). Space is limited. For more information contact Laura Tiedge at 967-6363, ext. 107
Safe Routes to School
Look for our Safe Routes to School table at the Vehicle Fair on May 22, 11am-3pm at Osborn School, Rye.  Free giveaways and info about safe walking and biking.


The Rye Y is committed to nurturing the potential

of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
RYE YMCA
21 Locust Avenue, Rye, NY 10580
914-967-6363
www.ryeymca.org

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In This Issue
Wellness Wednesday
Y Kids Club
Middle School & High School Nights
Wainwright House
Pre-Natal Yoga
Healthier Community Forum
Senior Health & Fitness Day
Safe Routes to School
Int'l Camp Counselor
Summer Teen Expedition
Safety Classes
STAFF APPRECIATION
Have you had a positive experience with a Rye Y staff member?  Please take a moment to share your experience.  Click here.

SUMMER CAMP starts soon.  Don't miss out  - limited availability of camps and extended care options. Visit our new camp website and register online at
ryeycamp.org


SUMMER TEEN EXPEDITON
Ages 13-17

New River Gorge, West Virgina
Whitewater raft, horseback ride, rock climb and much more.  7/17-7/22
Click here for details.


Teen Fitness Camp
Ages 13-16 - Get fit and have a great time this summer!
Click here for details and to watch video.
Register now for May & June Safety Classes including Lifeguard class, Waterfront Lifeguard Class, Lifeguard Review, Waterfront Review, CPR/AED & Babysitting training! Click for details.

Lifeguard Readiness Workshops Have your stroke analyzed and work on endurance to ensure you are ready for the lifeguard course. Choose from 9 workshops in May.

Host an Int'l Camp Counselor!
Are you interested in hosting a YMCA International Camp Counselor this summer? To learn more, please contact Lou Caratelli at 967-6363, 301.
No Y classes at the Wainwright on Saturday, May 14 due to 60th Anniversary Wainwright
Celebration.


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