YMCA GENERAL ASSEMBLY CONFERENCE | |
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Every three years, YMCA staff and volunteers from North America converge in one location to discuss national initiatives and strategic plans, network with peers, and learn more about what YMCAs in various communities are doing to have a positive impact.
This year’s conference was held in Atlanta, GA, with over 4,000 attendees. YMCA of the Capital Area Board Members Adonica Duggan and Amy Province and YMCA of the Capital Area President/CEO Christian Engle, attended the YMCA General Assembly Conference.
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LOOKING TOWARD THE FUTURE | |
Thank you so much to the Press Club for inviting President/CEO of the YMCA of the Capital Area, Christian Engle, to speak about the Y's impact in the community and the future plans for the Y! | |
A. C. LEWIS YMCA RENOVATIONS UPDATE | |
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Our temporary location is coming together, and will be opening on Monday, September 11. The final day to visit the A. C. Lewis YMCA before it is closed for the renovation is Wednesday, September 6.
Click HERE to follow along with our A. C. Lewis YMCA renovation updates!
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YMCA OF THE USA YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL | |
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The YMCA of the Capital Area is proud of Louisiana high school student, Alissa Julien, who has been chosen to serve on the inaugural Youth Advisory Council with YMCA of the USA (Y-USA). Alissa will join other council members across the country to assist Y-USA with amplifying and prioritizing youth voices in organizational strategic decision-making.
Y-USA, the national resource office for the 2,600 YMCAs across the country, is excited to launch the Youth Advisory Council in 2023. This council is comprised of 20 young individuals, ranging in age from 16 to 23, from across the country. The council’s role is to advise and support the Y-USA CEO, Executive Team and National Board on emerging issues, opportunities, programs, priorities and strategic decision-making, with a goal of ensuring that the Y remains relevant at the local, state, national and global level.
To read more about the YMCA of the USA Youth Advisory Council, and the amazing students chosen to participate, click HERE!
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HEALTHY FOOD DELIVERED TO THE Y | |
One of the Y’s community partners, Top Box Foods, is looking to offer delivery to YMCA branches for Baton Rouge customers. Visit their online site here to learn more about their healthy box options including produce, protein, locally grown items, and specialty boxes, or call 504-304-2319. Top Box Foods operates out of New Orleans and has been delivering in Baton Rouge for 5 years. If you are already a customer or would be interested in having your healthy groceries delivered to the Y for pick up, please take this survey to help in their planning efforts. | |
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YMCA PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT | | |
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Do you love Pickleball? Join our For the Love of the Y Pickleball Tournament on September 30 - October 1 at the Paula G. Manship YMCA, Lamar Tennis Center. This is a sanctioned event! Men's and Women's doubles will be on September 30, and Mixed doubles will be on October 1. Click below for more information and registration! | |
YMCA CHANGEMAKERS AND THEIR FUTURES | |
Our YMCA Changemakers winners, Nicole Lin and Alex Wei, have graduated high school and are off to college! Check out what their plans are for their future. | |
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Nicole Lin will be attending the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a major of Mechanical Engineering and/or Computer Science. She states that it has always been a dream to be at the front of creating cutting-edge technology and hopes to design sustainable energy systems, materials and other innovations.
When asked about her experience at the YMCA DC conference she said, "The passion of the youth governors inspired me and sparked life-long friendships while the conversations with the congressmen reminded me there are a multitude of ways to contribute to my community, one of which is to advocate for my beliefs."
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Alex Wei will be attending Yale University with a major in Mechanical Engineering. He says that his goal is to either pursue an aerospace start-up designing sustainable aircrafts or work on public policy that encourages sustainable engineering.
When asked about his experience at the YMCA DC conference he said, "Not only did I meet many amazing people and create lifelong friendships, I also had an unforgettable opportunity to interact with national policy makers. As someone who had little experience in politics prior to the trip, the YMCA conference opened my eyes to the world on Capitol Hill. Talking with youth governors and national congressmen about everything from potential policy plans to day-to-day life helped me realize that I myself had an emerging interest in politics."
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Congratulations to Ellen Hudson, this year's winner of the Commander's Award! Ms. Ellen consistently shows up, never complains, and always works hard! This award is chosen each year by Roy Jones, one of our trainers here at the Y.
Congratulations to Ms. Ellen for all of your hard work!
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YMCA Board Members Ralph Bender, Mark Goodson and Jake Manship were recognized at our board meeting for their years of service to the Y. We appreciate their dedication and commitment as a volunteer on the Y board! | |
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This Welcoming Week (September 8-17), the YMCA of the Capital Area will join Welcoming America, other YMCAs and organizations nationwide to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to communities and bring together all residents in a spirit of unity. Each year, Welcoming Week elevates the growing movement of communities that fully embrace new Americans and their contributions to the social fabric of the country. The event is an opportunity for neighbors—both immigrants and U.S.-born residents—to get to know one another and celebrate what unites people as a community.
Join us throughout the week for different activities at the Y to help celebrate and welcome everyone!
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Teacher In-Service Holiday Camp
When
- Monday September 18 at Americana YMCA
- Monday, September 25 at Dow Westside YMCA
Time
Cost
- $27 a day for household members
- $37 a day for program participants
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Swimming Lessons
Locations
- Americana YMCA
- C. B. Pennington Jr. YMCA
- Dow Westside YMCA
- ExxonMobil YMCA
- Paula G. Manship YMCA
Cost
- 8 Lessons: $100 for Y members/ $180 for program participants
- 4 Lessons: $50 for Y members/ $90 for program participants
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Fall Volleyball League
Locations
- A. C. Lewis YMCA
- C. B. Pennington Jr. YMCA
- ExxonMobil YMCA
Program Dates
- October 9 through November 18
Cost
- $60 for Y members
- $150 for program participants
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Fall Tennis Lessons
Locations
- Americana YMCA
- Paula G. Manship, Lamar Tennis Center
Lessons
- High Performance: Advanced juniors (ages 8-18)
- Tennis 101: Beginners (ages 16+)
- Future Tennis Stars: Junior classes for beginners (ages vary by location)
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WELLNESS CHALLENGE:UPDATE | | |
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We are adding new challenges each month to our Y app to help keep you motivated! These challenges are designed to keep you moving and give you the opportunity to win some great Y prizes! Challenges are FREE to participate!
Download the Y app for free from the app store by searching "YMCA of the Capital Area". Click on "challenges" within the Y app and click "join challenge" to participate. This month's challenge is to run or walk 25 miles during the month of September for a chance to win a Y prize.
Check the leaderboard during the challenge or compete against yourself. Good luck!
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September 4: Labor Day - Limited Hours
September 5: T-Shirt Tuesday
September 8-17: Welcoming Week
September 11: A. C. Lewis YMCA temporary location opens
September 15: All of Us Research Program at C. B. Pennington Jr. YMCA.
September 20: Member Appreciation Day
September 29: Friend Friday - Y members, bring a friend to the Y for FREE
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