YMCA of CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS

“Recreation Worcester is a free summer program for kids ages 7-13 that includes swim safety classes, and instructional activties at 10 of Worcester’s parks. Recreation Worcester takes the place of the former city summer program Wheels to Water & Beyond.

“Recreation Worcester is hoping to get more kids into our parks and keep them active. This program keeps our City’s children healthy, safe, and learning during the summer months,” said Petty. “The Summer Youth Corp is looking to do the same for our young adults. I look forward to watching City employees work side by side with Worcester’s young adults as they gain the professional experience they need to move forward in life.”

June 29 will start the program off with a four-day “Swim Week” at various sites across the city including the Boys & Girls Club, Girls Incorporated, the Jewish Community Center, YMCA Central Branch, YMCA Shore Park, and the YWCA.” 

Read the full GoLocal article here

Learn About the Central Community Branch here

View Swim Lesson info here

We’re so grateful for the support of a wonderful Mission Partner, Bank of America , who stopped by today with a special presentation.

Congratulations to the Minority Achievers Program!

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“As part of National Water Safety Month in May, Massachusetts YMCAs encourage parents to take an active role in their child’s safety.  The following are safety tips to practice when in and around the water:

• Only swim when and where there is a lifeguard on duty; never swim alone.
• Adults should constantly and actively watch their children.
• Inexperienced or non-swimmers should wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket.
• Parents or guardians of young children should be within an arm’s reach.
• Children and adults should not engage in breath holding activities.”

Read the full Golocal article here

ymcaofcm.org/swim-lessons/

Enterprise Bank has announced that the week 3 Giving Recipient for their #20WeeksofGiving Charity Program is The Y!

Thank you to Enterprise Bank and all who voted for The Y!

About 20 Weeks

“Enterprise Bank is pleased to present 20 Weeks of Giving, celebrating and giving thanks for our 20 years with the wonderful people and businesses of North Central Massachusetts. As a community bank, we take very seriously our role as a good philanthropic partner and neighbor, giving back to the communities we serve and supporting non-profit organizations dedicated to making our communities a better place to live and work. Each week from May 1 to September 18, 2015, we will donate $1,000 to a deserving local non-profit organization nominated by you, for a total donation of $20,000.”

www.20weeksofgiving.com

“The fast-growing sport combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Those who play pickleball locally are looking for more places to play in the city.”

“The USA Pickleball Association estimates over 400,000 people actively play pickleball in all 50 states.

In addition to the Greendale YMCA in Worcester, pickleball is played at several other locations in Central Massachusetts, according to the USAPA.

They include the Mount Wachusett Community College Fitness and Wellness Center in Gardner; the tennis courts at Doyle Field in Leominster and courts in Northboro; at the Shrewsbury Athletic Club, and the Boroughs YMCA in Westboro.

A pickleball court is the same size as a doubles badminton court, and measures 20 feet by 44 feet.”

Read the full Telegram and gazette article here

USAPA Pickleball

Workers’ Credit Union’s Charitable GiveBack Fund has made a $15,000 contribution to the YMCA of Central Massachusetts.

“This donation will help us further our mission of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. From exercise to education, from volleyball to volunteerism, from preschool to preventative health, the Y is strengthening our community” said David Connell, Regional Executive Director of YMCA of Central Massachusetts.

Read the full Leominster Champion article here