2014 Strong Kids Campaign
2014 Strong Kids Campaign
IT'S FOR THE KIDS!

The Y is one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  Across the U.S., 2700 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children regardless of age, income or background - to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors.  Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change.    

 

 

We believe that every person deserves the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve.

 

To learn more about the Strong Kids Campaign or to make a donation today, please visit our Strong Kids website 

 
     SPRING BREAK WEEKEND AT THE Y
MAY 16th - 18th
Spend a work day playing at the Snell Motors Golf Tournament to benefit the Mankato Family YMCA

The Snell Motors Golf Tournament to Benefit the YMCA begins at

11 a.m. on Friday, May 16 at North Links Golf Course.

 

The tournament is a four-person, best-shot outing with lunch and dinner provided.The event will also feature prize packages and a number of games all designed to raise funds for the YMCA and it's mission of keeping memberships available to families needing financial help.

 

Register today!

Download a registration form 
    
Those who undergo surgery, persevere through treatments, and cope with severe side effects are superheroes. Those that care, comfort, and support are superheroes.It's time to show your colors to the world as you join us for our BeSTRONG Superhero Run.

Your mission if you choose to accept it: Dress as a superhero for this 8K Run Walk and Kids 1K that starts and ends in Sibley Park. Everyone can be a superhero! Short sleeve technical shirts for all participants.

Kids registered for KidsK receive a BeSTRONG/Be a Superhero t-shirt, a superhero cape, a mask, face painting and wacky hair! This is a legendary event you won't want to miss! 
 
KidsK: $10
Adult 8K: $25 Youth 12 & Under 8K: $20
Late Fee applies after April 28th 
Race Bag Pick Up: May 16th at Scheels 11 a.m.-8 p.m. 
Race Day Check In: 7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. 
Official Race Start Time:  8:30 a.m. 


Register online or in person at the Y 
 

 
Sunday, May 18th
1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 
FREE

Family Swimming
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Fire Truck * Family Safety * Healthy Snack Creations * Face Painting *Hula Hoop Contest * Jump Rope Contest* Rock Wall *Climbing *Air Hockey * Table Tennis * Hot Shot Basketball

   

ROOTIN' TOOTIN' RODEO

 

    

Our Preschoolers had an exciting Rodeo week in April. They dressed up like Cowboys, complete with cowboy hats, and even made their very own horses to use through a rodeo obstacle course. Hi Ho Silver!

 

For more information about the Y's 2014 Preschool Program, click here 

 
AT A GLANCE:

May 10:
 YOLO Dance Party4th - 6th Grade Social

May 11:
Mother's Day

May 16:
Snell Motors Golf Tournament

May 17:
BeSTRONG/Be a Superhero 8K and KidsK

May 18:
Healthy Kids Day
Pool party 1pm  

 

May 26:

Memorial Day-The Y is Closed

 

May 31:
Tourtellotte Pool Opens
(Weather Permitting)

 

June 7:  

Spring Lake Park Pool Opens
(Weather Permitting) 

 

 

   

QUICK LINKS:

 

 

 

 



GREEN THUMB NEEDED 

The Mankato Family YMCA is looking for one or more volunteer gardeners to help maintain and nourish our garden near the front entrance.

For more information contact Property Manager, Bob Dickhudt at 507-345-9812 or by email

CREATIVE SUPPLIES

Old art supplies laying around? Old books that you don't need anymore? Donations are being accepted for all YMCA Summer Camps the month of May and June! We are looking for egg cartons, toilet paper rolls, baby food jars, empty plastic bottles, etc! Our campers are very creative so any supplies will help!

 
FRESH LOOK  
Mankato Skateboard Park Chesley Temporary Facility Mini Documentary
Mankato Skateboard Park Chesley Temporary Facility Mini Documentary
Courtesy of RT Norland

The temporary location for the YMCA Skate Park located off Madison Ave opened it's doors for excited and anxious roller sport fans on Saturday, April 19th.

For current information on the Temporary Skate Park location, visit our website

Learn all about riding, grooming, and care for horses with hands-on learning! 
The Mankato Family YMCA and Lazy Star Horse Company are joing together to offer Horse Camp for ages Kindergarten and up with all riding levels welcome. Campers are broken up into small groups to maximize attention for each child. Safety is #1 and staff is certified in CPR and first aid. Horses, helmets and fun provided!

Campers are responsible for daily lunches, water bottles, suncreen,  and bugspray.  
Campers will meet at the Y and will bus to Meadowbrook Stables.

DATES: 
June 9-13          July 28 - Aug 1 
June 15-20        Aug 11- 15 
July 7-11          Aug 18-22

FEE: Member: $190        Non-Member: $210

Register at the Mankato Family YMCA
For questions or more info, call Sarah Wiens at 507-387-8255
ENJOY GOLF WITH THE Y 

For the beginner or the golfer who wants to enhance their game, this course has what's needed to get to the next level. Four hours of instruction covers putting, short shots, full-swing basics (grip, stance, alignment), iron shots, etiquette, club selection and
strategy. Instructed by golf professional Jerry Mosca.

May 12, 14, 19 & 21
6 p.m. or 7:15

$64 member,
$74 non-member

Register at the Y or call 387-8255
Registration Required by May 7th



LIFEGUARD TRAINING 

Become a certified Red Cross Lifeguard at the YMCA! Class includes Lifeguard Training and First Aid as well as CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Must be at least 15 years old and have above-average swim skills and endurance. Minimum class size of four.

Sign up today online
or in person at the Y  
  
SPRING BREAK LUAU AT THE Y
 Over 200 4th - 6th Graders attended our Spring Break Luau Social at the Y on April 12th. With activities inspired by the Tropics, the students enjoyed a pool party, music, games and tropical smoothies from Berry Blendz.

The next social is May 10th, YOLO Dance Party and is open to all 4th - 6th Graders. 





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