Y Newsletter (November 16th, 2023) – YMCA of Silicon Valley

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Staying healthy and focused over the holidays is the best way to feel great as you head into the new year. Let us help you keep your fitness plan on track with our 12 Days of Fitness Member Challenge. Pick up your card at the front desk and have it stamped there anytime you come into the Y to workout Nov 24 through Dec 31.

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HOMEMADE HOLIDAYS

Get in the holiday spirit with this crafting and holiday-themed family camp at YMCA Camp Campbell.

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POWER OF GRATITUDE

2024 Camp Campbell Family Camps are now open for registration. Secure your family's spot today.

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THANKSGIVING HOURS

Most Y locations will close at noon on Thurs, Nov 23. Click below to view YMCA location hours.

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WHAT'S NEW AT YOUR Y

Central YMCA

❄️ Coat Drive: Visit the front desk to donate new or lightly used coats now through Nov 30.

🍁 Turkey Trot 2023: Join the Y team for the Fittest Firm competition in this year’s Turkey Trot in the 5K, 10K or Kid’s Fun Run. For more info, visit the front desk or email us. Register today.

🍁 FREE Thanksgiving Meal: Central YMCA members, share a free traditional Thanksgiving meal at our Y on Thanksgiving Day 1pm-3pm. RSVPs required.

🍁 Thanksgiving Day Parking: Due to the Turkey Trot you will need to use our Taylor/Naglee Ave and Emory parking lot entrances. We will be open 6am-12pm and have a modified group exercise schedule. View the schedule.

🏀 Youth Basketball: Winter registration opens Nov 20. League starts Jan 8. Register online starting Mon, Nov 20. For more info, email us.

East Valley Family YMCA

❄️ Cookies with Santa: Come and snap a picture with Santa on Sat, Dec 16, 10am-12pm.

Early Learning Readiness: Nurture your child’s potential with our Early Learning Readiness program for ages 0-5. Now registering for our fall session. For more info, email us.

Personal Training: Need help reaching your fitness goals? A personal trainer can help. To set up your free Wellness Consultation, email us. Learn more.

El Camino YMCA

Parents Night Out: Join us this Fri, Nov 17. Register today.

🏀 Youth Basketball League: Some divisions are full. Other spots are filling fast. Register today. Please consider volunteering your time as a coach. For more info, email us.

Pool Repairs: A friendly reminder that both pools will be closed Mon, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 26 for scheduled repairs. Thank you for your understanding.

Aqua Fit Participants: Join us for two special Land Fitness classes during our pool closure Mon, Nov 20 at 3pm & Tues, Nov 21 at 3pm taught by Patti Miller.

🍁 Thanksgiving Group Exercise: Join us for our invigorating Thanksgiving Day modified group exercise classes. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. View the schedule.

FREE Smash Bros & Mario Kart: Join us Wed, Nov 22, 12pm-2pm for a fun and free Smash Bros & Mario Kart Tournament.

Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA

❄️ Holiday Drives: Thanks to everyone who donate to our canned food drive for the Ecumenical Hunger Program. Join us for a community Coat Drive now through Thurs, Nov 30. Hats, scarves, and new socks are also accepted.

FREE Members Pickleball: Join us for pickleball Sat mornings at 8:30am. Drop-ins welcome if space permits. Registration preferred.

Coffee with Kevin: Rescheduled. Meet Congressman Kevin Mullin on Wed, Dec 8 at 9am in the Community Room

Mt. Madonna YMCA at Centennial Recreation Center

Body Combat Instructor: Make a difference and earn money at the same time. Join our Group Fitness Team as a Body Combat Instructor. Apply today.

🍁 Thanksgiving Meal: Join us for our annual Thanksgiving holiday meal in the Senior Center for anyone ages 50+ on Tues, Nov 21 at 11:30am.

❄️ Morgan Hill Parade: Sat, Dec 2 join us as we walk in the downtown Morgan Hill Parade. For more details, email us.

Northwest YMCA

❄️ Coat Drive: Consider supporting the Sunnyvale Emergency Family Shelter during the month of November by donating new jackets and coats.

Congratulations: Congrats board members Roxanne Beverstein and Tom Hutton our Volunteers of the Year! Roxanne is honored for her amazing work with our Community Garden. Tom is honored for raising $60,000.

Pool Closure: Please note the pool will be closed Dec 4-25 for renovations.

🍁 Food Drive: Donate non-perishable food in jars and cans for West Valley and Sunnyvale Community Services now through Tues, Nov 21.

Palo Alto Family YMCA

🏀 Youth Basketball: Youth Winter Basketball League for ages 8-10 and 11-14 runs Jan 8 - Mar 23. Register today.

Volunteers: Seeking youth and adult volunteers who enjoy basketball and working with kids. Make a lasting impact. Visit the front desk for more info.

🍁 Thanksgiving Pool Hours: The pool will be open until 11am on Thanksgiving Day. View the schedule.

🏊🏽 Deep Water Class: Please note a new start time for our Deep Water class. Now T/TH starting at 9am, effective Tues, Nov 21. View the schedule.

Youth Sports Coordinator: Now hiring. Apply today.

Sequoia YMCA

❄️ Toy Drive: We're participating again this year in the Redwood City Police and Fire Department toy drive. Last year 94+ local businesses participated, 12,000 toys were collected, and nearly 800 families benefited. Join us again this year by donating new toys and books in the lobby toy barrel.

❄️ Wrapping Party: Join us for a toy wrapping party on Mon, Dec 11, 4-8pm at the Red Morton Community Center.

Blood Drive: In partnership with Vitalant we will be hosting a Blood Drive Thurs, Dec 14, 11am-2:30pm in the Gym. Walk in or schedule your appointment today.

South Valley Family YMCA

Pool Deck: As winter approaches, we're making enhancements to our pool deck for you and your family. Enjoy lights around the pool for visibility and a sense of warmth in the evenings and a wind barrier along the fence that helps control cross breezes. Coming soon: additional gas heaters on the pool deck.

🏊🏽 Swim Lessons: Enjoy newly added additional group and private swim lessons and private swim lessons for the winter. Register today.

🏊🏽 Masters Swim: Coming this winter. To be added to the interest list, please email us.

Southwest YMCA

NEW Group Exercise: Join us Sat at 12:15pm for CIRCL Mobility which focus on functional movement, flexibility, breathwork, and mobility exercises. Join us starting Thurs, Dec 14 at 7:20pm for BollyX LIT, a low intensity BollyX dance class without jumping. View the schedule.

🧑🏽‍🍳 Kids in the Kitchen: Now on Saturdays. Want your kids ages 8-12 to learn how to cook, but don’t want to deal with the mess? Send them to our kitchen. Starting Sat, Nov 18, 10:30am-12pm. Register today.

Kids Obstacle Training: Mon at 4:30pm let your kids ages 6-12 run, jump, and roll in this class that will tire them out over 45 mins of non-stop activity and fun. View the schedule.

Family Fun Day: Join us Tues, Dec 5, 4pm-5:45pm for free crafts, games, and activities.

❄️ Holiday Lights at Filoli Gardens: Join us Thurs, Dec 7 at 5pm for a holiday treat at Filoli Historic Gardens. Reserve your spot today.

NOW HIRING

Discover a job that creates positive change in your community. Join the Y team! Apply Today!

After School Leaders starting at $24. Lifeguards starting at $20.

Swim Instructors starting at $23.

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