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May 08, 2013
Monti’s Healthy Recipe of the Week
Every week Kim Monti will share a delicious and healthy recipe!
Metro YMCA News
March 11, 2013
Marquette Companies Sponsor Second Annual Y Youth Service and Leadership Camp in Naperville
The program, which fosters community volunteerism, leadership and team work in older middle schoolers and young high school students will be offered for several weeks during the summer months.
March 04, 2013
2013 Overnight Camp Info Events
The Y of Metro Chicago offers three youth camps and one family camp - learn more about our overnight camps at an upcoming information event.
February 28, 2013
Practice Good Heart Health All Year Long
American Heart Month may be over, but Elmhurst YMCA fitness coordinator Gabby Tufano has some simple tips on how you can continue to practice good heart health all year long.
February 20, 2013
YMCA February 2013 Newsletter
In this month's newsletter learn about heart health for women, the importance of family time, and how camp can change your child's life.
February 12, 2013
Fry Family YMCA Unveils New Building Additions Geared Towards Families Friday, February 15
Naperville has traditionally been known as a family-friendly suburb, and Fry Family YMCA is set to unveil its 6,000 square feet addition to better serve and support the families of that community.
February 08, 2013
Training Tips for a Safe and Effective Workout
Given that this month marks the celebration of American Heart Month, here are five tips from our YMCA fitness experts to help you have a safe and effective workout:
January 23, 2013
YMCA January 2013 Newsletter
In this month's newsletter learn how you can exercise your body, mind and spirit
December 20, 2012
Mayor Emanuel Visits to South Side YMCA and Libby Elementary School
In October, City of Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel visited pre-K students to read them a story and encouraged them to do well in school.
November 15, 2012
Illinois Supreme Court Justice Anne Burke Addresses Kelly Hall YMCA Lunch Attendees
More than 100 guests were on hand to recognize and celebrate the impact Kelly Hall Y has in the West Humboldt Park community at an event October 30.
September 28, 2012
Fry Family YMCA to Expand to Better Meet the Needs of Naperville Families
On Friday, September 28, an official groundbreaking was held at the Fry Family YMCA from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
August 31, 2012
Have You Considered Doing Yoga?
Fall is ripe with new possibilities…here’s why you should explore this (new to you) fitness regimen!
August 29, 2012
YMCA Hosts First Play Day
South Side YMCA campers enjoyed the brand new playground and a host of activities at launch of new program
August 13, 2012
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago and McDonald’s Partner Together to Build Playground at South Side
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, McDonald's and Greater Chicago Food Depository Partner Together to Build Playgrounds, Offer Programming at Area YMCAs.
August 02, 2012
Kelly Hall YMCA Marks National Minority Donor Awareness Day
Kelly Hall YMCA was honored to host Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White, advocacy groups and community members as they celebrated the 16th National Minority Donor Awareness Day.
July 30, 2012
Help Build our South Side Y Playground!
Please join the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, McDonald’s®, and KaBOOM! to bring active play to life by building a playground for children on Monday, August 13 on the South Side of Chicago!
July 23, 2012
Y-USA Hosts Youth Job Readiness Workshop as Part of White House Summer Jobs+ Initiative
On June 22, Y-USA with the YMCA of Metro Chicago hosted a job readiness workshop for youth ages 16 to 24 as part of the White House Summer Jobs+ Initiative, at the Apostolic Faith Church in Chicago.
July 23, 2012
Celebrate the Olympics at the YMCA!
The Y is holding special events and programs this summer to get you in the Olympic spirit!
July 16, 2012
Y Recognized by the Forum for Youth Investment
From assessments to training, workshops, and data collection and analysis, the Y is working to make our services the very best that they can be.
July 11, 2012
Camp Duncan in the News
YMCA’s Camp Duncan was featured in the Chicago Tribune today – in a piece showcasing the specialty camps held each summer.
July 02, 2012
C-SPAN Bus Rolls into Town
Students from the Y’s Teen REACH programs were treated to a unique learning opportunity!
