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Gifts of Hope
November 26-December 13
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Help a family in need this holiday season
Each year, with the support of our staff, volunteers,  members and the Oakville community, we provide help to families in need over the holiday season. Last year, we supported more than 20 families with much-needed essentials and welcomed gifts, and we anticipate an even greater need this year.
Here's how you can help: - Adopt a family - Fulfill a family's wish list by picking a tag from our YMCA Giving Tree.
- Partial Adoption - Partner with another family or group pf friends to fulfill a wish list.
- Monetary donation - Visit our Membership Services Desk to make a cash contribution and we'll purchase items for a wish list on your behalf.
- Make a gift to our YMCA Strong Kids campaign - Make a donation to help give children and families a gift with a lasting impact.
Please join us to help provide hope and health those in need in our community. For more information, contact Teresa Rinaldi at 905-845-5597 or teresari@oakville.ymca.ca.
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Brunch with Santa
Sunday, December 9
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Kids (3-8 years) will love Brunch with Santa on Sunday, December 9 . Drop them off with Santa's helpers and they'll have a great time with Old Saint Nick while you get to enjoy a few hours of your own special time!
Choose from two session times:
- 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Brunch with Santa is $20 per child, with all proceeds going to our YMCA Strong Kids campaign. Register online today or at the Membership Services Desk.
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Give a Gift that can Change a Life
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New York Times bestselling author and researcher, Dan Buettner has discovered the world's best practices in longevity, happiness and well-being and how to put them to work in people's lives. He says that "if you give someone a tangible item, like a toy, the memory of that act lasts about 9-10 months. However, if you invest in giving someone an experience - the impact of that gift can last a lifetime."
A gift to our YMCA Strong Kids campaign can give more kids a chance to become stronger in character and values, to build the skills and confidence they need to be resilient and courageous and to provide them with support and encouragement to help them reach their full potential.
Help change a child's life forever.
Make your gift today.
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Holiday Break Aquatics Leadership Courses
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Over the Holiday School Break we offer three Lifesaving Society Aquatic Leadership Courses to get you ready for volunteer and job opportunities and help you become a YMCA lifeguard.
- Lifesaving Bronze Star
- Lifesaving Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid
- Lifesaving National Lifeguard Service and AED
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Start your New Year's Resolutions Early
Join the Resolution Run!
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Why not get a head start on  your New Year's resolution to get healthier by joining the 28th Annual Resolution Run on December 31 at 5:00 p.m.
Four Great Reasons to Participate:
- Proceeds will go to support our YMCA Strong Kids campaign!
- It's a great way to get a head start on your new year's resolutions!
- You'll still have time to party afterwards!
- Great swag!
To join us, visit Resolution Run. We also need event volunteers! Please contact Lisa Newman, Supervisor of Health, Fitness & Recreation, at lisane@oaville.ymca.ca or 905-845-5597 for more information.
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Friday Youth Nights
NEW changes starting in December
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Friday Youth Night has received a facelift! We've lowered the cost to $5/person and we we've added new activities:
- XBOX 360 in the Youth Room
- Movies on the big screen in MPR5
- New games and fun tournaments on our game tables
- Pizza for purchase by the slice
Check out the YMCA next Friday night!
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2012 YMCA Peace Week
Inspiration from coast to coast!
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YMCA Peace Week, from November 17-24, inspired people across Canada to reflect on peace and explore what actions could be taken both individually, and as a community, to create a more peaceful world.
Check out the YMCA Peace Week Facebook group to see YMCA peace activities in other communities.
Here in Oakville, we had many inspiring activities, including our first ever Candlelight Walk for Peace. The evening was truly magical as 100+ guests heard inpsirational words and pledges of peace from Olympian Diana Matheson and Olympic commentator Tino Dossantos, then joined together for a candlelight walkand released wish lanterns into the night sky.
2012 YMCA Peace Medallion Recipients
 | 2012 YMCA Peace Medallion recipients L-R:
Books with No Bounds (group recipient);
Jack Yeilding (youth recipient) and
Julie Harmgardt (adult recipient) |
On Thursday, November 22, we gathered together with more than 450 members of our community including business leaders, community champions, philanthropists and youth for our annual YMCA Community Breakfast for Peace.
During the event, we awarded our 2012 YMCA Peace Medallions to four exceptional peacemakers. Jack Yeilding, Julie Harmgardt, and Julia and Emma Mogus from books with No Bounds who inspired the audience with their incredible work. These young people are philanthropists, advocates and peacemakers who have turned their passion into action and are doing exceptional things to change our world for the better.
We also heard from an inspiring Spencer West, who not only connected with the audience at the breakfast, but also with high school students at Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School and Thomas A. Blakelock High School where he continued to and share his powerful story. By taking our speaker to Oakville's youth, we hope to foster their social responsibility and inspire more great peace work in our community.  Check out an overview of our YMCA Peace Week through
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| Events Calendar |
International
Volunteer Day
December 5
Brunch with Santa
Register online!
December 9
Swim Lessons
Program Break
December 17-23
Halton School Boards
HDSB and HCDSB
Holiday Break
December 24-January 4
Holiday YMCA Programs
December 31
Winter-Spring
Program Schedule
starts January 6
Pick up or download a copy today!
Watch out for our NEW Winter Spring Registered Program Guide. It will be posted online any day now.
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Holiday Hours
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December 24
5:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
December 25
CLOSED
December 26
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
December 27-30
Mon-Fri
5:30 a.m.-9:45 p.m.
Saturdays
7:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Sundays
8:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
December 31
5:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
January 1
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
For complete details and a list of program changes and cancellations, see our Holiday Schedule.
New Winter-Spring Program Schedule starts January 2.
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Internship Opportunity!
| | Do you love to tweet, post, check-in or pin? Are you LinkedIn and passionate about digital communications?
Check out our newest paid youth internship opportunity.
Digital Marketing Communications Intern
Closing date:
December 21, 2012
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Inclement Weather Notices
| Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
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Holiday Season Stress Tip
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Did you know?
Most people suffer
from stress during the holidays, but few people recognize it.
Researchers say that eating too much, not getting enough physical activity and the extra responsibilities of the holidays raise people's stress levels.
Stress tips:
- SLOW DOWN!
- Cut back on the amount you cook
for the holidays
- Continue to make healthy food choices
- Do one less social activity.
- Try to fit in a walk every day throughout the holiday season.
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YMCA of Oakville
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Mission: The YMCA of Oakville is a charity that strengthens community in spirit, mind and body. Charitable Registration # 11906 4400 RR0001 410 Rebecca Street Oakville, ON L6K 1K7 905-845-3417 ymcaofoakville.com
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