Columbia North YMCA

Happy New Year, Y family! We have great news -- we will be re-opening our doors this Monday, Jan. 4th at 8:00 am! . . We can't wait to see you (socially distant, of course!) ... Here's what's new: Join us for a class! Check out our group exercise schedule online or in our app. Winter programs are here! Registration for all your favorites like swim lessons and more opens Monday, too! Our health & safety rules will still be in place. We want to keep you and our team members healthy! . . Know before you go! Find out more @ https://www.philaymca.org/news/were-reopeningagain

Despite this year being a little different, we still help our annual Toy Giveaway! With a socially-distant line wrapped around the block, we were able to give away 300 toys this year... making the holidays a little extra special for kids in our community! Thank you to all of our donors, volunteers, and staff that made this magical event possible! Special thanks to our amazing toy donors: Families of the Columbia North ELC and Access Center, Alex Ingram, Fredericka Christm...as & Family, Jonas Floyd, Jessica Locker, & Laurel House. . . #ThisIsY #ConnectingPhilly #HappyHolidays See more

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We hope your celebrations are merry and bright!

Wishing you a very bright Chanukah! Happy holidays from everyone at the Y!

Please share! Our Spread the Warmth event is TODAY at 3pm - right here at the Y! This year, more than ever, we want to make sure kids in our community can stay warm, healthy, and safe. ... Stop by any time between 3-6 pm to pick up a new winter coat for the kids in your life. No ID or membership required. All are welcome!

We've teamed up with Independence Blue Cross to help spread positivity and support our communities in healthy ways during this unprecedented time. Health ofte...n starts from within! Did you know that simply practicing deep breathing has many health benefits? Reduces stress levels Lowers heart rate Lowers blood pressure Balance your body & mind with us and spread the #GoodVibesWave #ThisIsY #IBX #ConnectingCommunities

Parents, families, and neighbors - tune into The Greater Philadelphia YMCA Facebook page each day this coming week for informational resources and things for you to think about- one for each of the week during our 5 Days of Action!

Late Fall Programs are coming soon! Swim lessons, tumbling, ballet, basketball, and more are here this season to keep you and your family active and engaged. . .... . Mark your calendars - registration opens Wednesday, October 14th! Take a peek early and browse our programs: Youth Sports @ https://philaymca.org/programs/youth-sports/ Swim Lessons @ https://philaymca.org/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons/ Arts & Humanities @ https://philaymca.org/programs/arts-humanities/

Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is a day to spend time with loved ones-- even if it's virtually this year-- and to reflect on all the things you are grateful for. At the Y, we are most grateful for our amazing members, staff, volunteers, partners, and community. #HappyThanksgiving #ThisIsY

Fall is in the air and our Gobble Wobble 5K is right around the corner. You choose the course, you choose the time! Best of all, proceeds help the Y's work in our community, including financial assistance. Register early or form a team to save! Details

Have you checked out our KidZone lately? We’ve added Youth Activity Nights for older kids and new ways for younger kids to enjoy time at the Y! Workout or take a class with peace-of-mind care for your kids for up to 2 hours! Learn more about KidZone and view our activity calendar @ https://philaymca.org/kidzone-columbia-north/

Still need to register? Stop by every Thursday from 10 am - 2pm! HeadCount volunteers and Y staff will be available to answer questions as you check your voter registration status or register to vote! #Connecting Community #ThisIsY

Get them off to the RIGHT START with Pre-K Counts through the Y. FREE to eligible families, this program will prepare your child for long-term academic success through quality full day learning. Spaces are available, but will go quickly. Call 215-235-6440 for more information, or visit https://philaymca.org/pre-k-counts/

Stop by any time today from 4-6 pm to ask questions, check your status, or register to vote!

Thank you to everyone who joined us both at the Y and virtually last week for #WelcomingWeek! We spent the week listening, learning, and reflecting on all of the amazing and diverse cultures that make up our community and Y! Welcoming Week allowed our neighbors to see the Y as a safe and inclusive environment for all, allowing us to focus on cultural events and the intentional celebration of one another. These events bring us together and allow an opportunity for our community to unify and learn of different cultures and customs.

Hey, Philly! Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay Our community gets better when all our voices are heard. The first step to raising our voices is registering to vote. Stop by the Y today between 2-4pm to register.... Can't make it? No worries. Click the links below to get started at home. Register online - www.votesPA.com/Register Update your name or address - www.votesPA.com/Register Check your current information or status - www.votesPA.com/Status Don't wait. The deadline to register or update your information is October 19th (just 28 days!)

Our Y Student Support Centers are now open - giving students safe, supervised spaces to learn, explore, and grow while remote learning. Take a virtual tour of ...our new Y Student Support Centers! . . . Learn more and find a center near you https://philaymca.org/yssc/ See more

From all of us at the Y - we would like to wish you a happy, healthy, and safe Labor Day Weekend! We will be closed on Monday, September 7th for the holiday! . .... . Still want to stay on track when the Y isn't open? No worries! Members can access workouts and on-demand classes from home with our new virtual Y experience - PhilaYatHome! Workout any time and on any device. Simply enter your member barcode number www.philayathome.org

Fall Programs are back at the Y! Swim lessons, gymnastics, youth sports and more! Session starts 9/8/2020. Sign up now space is limited! Swim: https://bit.ly/2YA31Mx Youth Sports: https://bit.ly/2EvFOUP Arts & Humanities: https://bit.ly/3aWdh71