May 07, 2019

The Kelly Hall YMCA Celebrates Their 10th Anniversary

In honor of this important milestone, we'll be sharing 10 stories over the next 10 months. Our third story comes from beloved volunteer and YMCA supporter, Sister Stephanie of the Mission of Our Lady of the Angels.

May 07, 2019

Your child’s day camp should be more than just day care.

That's why the Y’s Learning and Evaluation team is leading the way with a day camp curriculum aligned to three important developmental areas for children: Trauma Informed Care & Social Emotional Learning, Fitness & Healthy Living, and S.T.E.A.M.

April 28, 2019

The Y supports Screen-Free Week

Television viewing at a young age is associated with later behavioral problems, but not if heavy viewing is discontinued before age six.

April 27, 2019

BOGO Tickets! A special offer from the Chicago Fire

Enjoy great summer outings at Chicago Fire Soccer games and support YMCA youth with this exclusive offer for Y members, employees, family and friends.

March 25, 2019

Knowing your risk for Prediabetes

Tuesday, March 26, is American Diabetes Association (ADA) Alert Day®, and the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago wants residents of all of our Chicago YMCA communities to know their risk for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, as well as preventive steps they can take today to reduce the chances of developing the disease.

February 28, 2019

State Senator Marty Sandoval visits the Rauner Family YMCA

State Senator Marty Sandoval visited the Rauner Family YMCA. Y staff spoke to him about our programs and some of the infrastructure improvements needed at both the Rauner Family and West Communities YMCAs.