In Today's E-NEWS

• Join us for FREE Family event on 11/16/2024
• Holiday Hours: YMCA CLOSED on Thursday 11/28 for Thanksgiving
• Session 6 runs through 12/28. Spots still open in some programs.
• YMCA launches NEW Prenatal Health Series. Register NOW!
• Y Healthy Living Director presents at NAACP Women & Girls Summit
• Community Connections: View list of 13+ happenings in our area.
• The Y is a collection site for donations for Middletown Community Thanksgiving Project. Bring in your canned goods!
• Y hosted Veteran's Day Breakfast on 11.11 for vets residing at Y.
• Diabetes Awareness Month Info: Eating more fruits / veggies & risk info.
• November is National Military Family Month & Native American Heritage Month
• Mental Health Matters Campaign Video: Group Exercise Connections

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for an unforgettable Bags & Bottles Bingo Fundraiser! Your energy, generosity, and support made it a huge success. Check out the highlights in this video to relive the action, see those amazing prizes, and spot a few lucky winners! #CommunitySupport #BagsAndBingo #YMCAFundraiser

In Case You Missed It....Click HERE to view last week's

e-news including this info:

• Lifeguard Training Classes - Register Now
• Membership Special 11/4 - 11/15 $0 Join Fee & First Month FREE
• Sign up now for $0 Muscle & Mobility Program DEMO
• NEW! Redprint Technology in the Fitness Center

EVENTS AT THE MIDDLESEX Y AND YMCA CAMP INGERSOLL

• 11.13 YMCA Book Club Meeting
• 11.16 - Kindness Counts Arts, Crafts & Literacy
• 11.23 - Family Bonfire & Storytelling
• 11.23 - Parent's Night Out - Gobble 'Til You Wobble
• 11.24 Ingersoll Volunteer Day
• 12.4 & 12/11 $0 DEMO for New Muscle & Mobility Program
• 12.21 - Santa's Workshop
• 12.21 - Parent's Night Out - Polar Express Drop - N Shop

Click the images above to visit our website for all the details.

Program Session Info: November 3rd - December 28th *prorated for holidays

Visit https://www.midymca.org/program-guide to learn more or click on the links below to register for one of the few remaining spots. Programs begin this week.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Judo

Swim Lessons

Ladies That Lift

Water Exercise

Weight Wellness

Yoga Fusion

YOUTH PROGRAMS

• Judo
• Barracuda Swim Team
• Swim Lessons
• Youth Sports

COMMUNITY EVENTS

• 11.21 - Great American Smokeout
• 11.21 - Middlesex Health Explorers Info Session
• 11.21 - Doula/Birth Plans / Prenatal Health Series
• VOLUNTEER with VITA - Help Local Residents with Tax Returns
• Prenatal Workshop Series with local Health Professionals at the Y
• 12.5 Facing the Holidays Presentation
• 12.5 - Nutrition / Lacation / Prenatal Health Series
• 12.12 - Community Support / Prenatal Health Series
• 12.19 - Swim/Relaxation / Prenatal Health Series
• 1.9.25 - Pelvic Floor / PT
• Nov & Dec - Four FREE Mental Health First Aid Training Workshops
• Ongoing - FREE Books through Dolly Parton's Imagion Library
• Middletown Prevention Council Adult Survey Opportunity



Click HERE to visit our website for all the details about these events.

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Here, we highlight the inspiring stories of people coming together and making a real difference. Click the images below to explore NEWS & stories that showcase the powerful connections helping to strengthen our community! V

• Group Ex Update for Saturday morning lineup.
• Diabetes Awareness Month: Eating more fruits/veggies.
• Diabetes Awareness Month: Risk Factor Info
• NAACP Women & Girls Summit / Y presentation on 11.9.24

 Visit our WEBSITE to view the latest stories!

• Mental Health Matters Campaign: Group Exercise Focus
• Video from Bags & Bottle BINGO Fundraiser Event 11.8.24
• Holiday Hours: The Y will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving 11.28.24
• Bring in canned goods for Middletown Thanksgiving Project

• Volunteer with VITA to help local residents with tax returns.
• National Military Family Month
• Veteran's Day Breakfast for Y Men's Residents
• Honor Native American Heritage Month 

Mental Health Monday: Group Ex Edition

Did you know? Group Exercise isn’t just about fitness – it’s a mental health boost, too! Exercising with others can reduce stress, improve mood, and build a strong sense of community. Whether it's Zumba, yoga, or strength training, joining a class gives you a place to connect, find motivation, and let go of the week’s stress. Take time for yourself this Monday – and let’s move toward a healthier mind and body together!

#MentalHealthMonday #GroupEx #MindAndBody #YMCA #CommunityWellness #StrongerTogether