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Monti’s Healthy Recipe of the Week

May 08, 2013

Monti’s Healthy Recipe of the Week

Every week Kim Monti will share a delicious and healthy recipe!

Metro YMCA News

And the camp t-shirt winner is…

March 27, 2012

And the camp t-shirt winner is…

Check out the 2012 winning day camp t-shirt design!

Y Mentor Spotlight: Dominique King

March 26, 2012

Y Mentor Spotlight: Dominique King

Part of our series showcasing some of the Y’s many mentors in 2012.

YMCA Community School Students Ask: “May I Have This Dance?”

March 19, 2012

YMCA Community School Students Ask: “May I Have This Dance?”

Students from YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago’s six Community Schools perfected their Merengue, Swing, Waltz, Tango and Salsa moves over the last few months with professionals from May I Have This Dance

Rauner Family YMCA Awarded $50,000 from American Beverage Association Grant

March 15, 2012

Rauner Family YMCA Awarded $50,000 from American Beverage Association Grant

Grant Will Support Youth Leadership, Health and Wellness Programming

Produce Day at McCormick Tribune Y

March 12, 2012

Produce Day at McCormick Tribune Y

March is National Nutrition Month®

Why do I need a personal trainer?

March 09, 2012

Why do I need a personal trainer?

When talking to a personal trainer at the Y you will find someone who is genuinely interested in your health.

YMCA Partners with ‘Everyone Gives’

March 05, 2012

YMCA Partners with ‘Everyone Gives’

Global social giving campaign empowers people to begin a cycle of philanthropy

Your Summer Camp Questions Answered

February 29, 2012

Your Summer Camp Questions Answered

It's that time of year again, and summer is just around the corner.

Y Mentor Spotlight: Danielle Green

February 28, 2012

Y Mentor Spotlight: Danielle Green

Part of our series showcasing some of the Y’s many mentors in 2012.

February 23, 2012

Y Takes Part in City Announcement Focused on After-School Programming

YMCA of Metro Chicago CEO and Chicago Mayor announce portal for programming beyond the school day.

YMCA Hosts College Tour

February 20, 2012

YMCA Hosts College Tour

Invest in the Future of Youth

It’s Good to Belong

February 20, 2012

It’s Good to Belong

Watch this video telling one family's story about getting healthy and growing closer at the Y.

A Healthy Summer Ahead: Get Moving at Y Summer Camp

February 15, 2012

A Healthy Summer Ahead: Get Moving at Y Summer Camp

Alarming statistics also show that children gain three times more weight during the summer holidays than during the school year.

Y Mentor Spotlight: The Men of Phi Beta Sigma

February 13, 2012

Y Mentor Spotlight: The Men of Phi Beta Sigma

Part of our series showcasing some of the Y’s many mentors in 2012.

Y Mentor Spotlight: Jamila McClinton

February 08, 2012

Y Mentor Spotlight: Jamila McClinton

Part of our series showcasing some of the Y’s many mentors in 2012.

Y Collects Healthy Food for a Great Cause

February 01, 2012

Y Collects Healthy Food for a Great Cause

Last week, the YMCA of Metro Chicago collected 6,161 pounds of healthy food

Still Making Great Strides at 80

February 01, 2012

Still Making Great Strides at 80

Hastings Lake YMCA Employee Ora Abrams Inspires Staff, Members With Her Fitness Routine

Overnight Camp Info Events

January 31, 2012

Overnight Camp Info Events

YMCA overnight camp staff will be visiting local Ys - stop by an event near you to learn more.

Day of Service at North Lawndale YMCA

January 23, 2012

Day of Service at North Lawndale YMCA

City Year and Mayor Emanuel volunteered at the Y on MLK Day

MLK Day Food Collection Drive at YMCA of Metro Chicago

January 13, 2012

MLK Day Food Collection Drive at YMCA of Metro Chicago

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago launches Metro-wide healthy foods collection in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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