Movies in the Park is still on for tonight at Lake Pacawa! Please spread the word. The rain should end by early afternoon, but the grounds may still be damp by showtime so please bring chairs and dress for cooler temperatures (in case it does in fact rain meatballs–please bring your own spaghetti). See you soon!
WELCOME TO THE STEVENS POINT AREA YMCA!
SUMMER HOURS:
Monday–Friday
5:00AM–9:30PM
Saturday
6:00AM–3:00PM
Sunday
8:00AM–3:00PM
SPECIAL EVENTS
August
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Friday, August 16. Family presentation of “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” at the Lake Pacawa Bandshell in Plover! Free popcorn, water and Point root beer (other concessions available). Showtime at dusk. Y Member & General Public Free.
October
FALL FATHER DAUGHTER SEMI FORMAL
Saturday, October 19, 6:30-8:30PM. Join us for a Father/Daughter Semi-Formal Dance. A special night, just for dads and their daughters. Get dressed in your best and spend some precious time together. We will have a decorated dance room, DJ, games, hors d’oeuvres, pictures and fun for all. Take your daughters out for a nice dinner then come to the YMCA for a night to remember. All Purpose Room. Register by Wednesday, October 16. Y Member $10/each, General Public $15/each
November
YMCA SKI & SPORTS SWAP
Saturday, November 9, 11:00AM-2:30PM. Buy or sell new and used downhill and x-country ski equipment, snowboards, boots, clothing, ice/in-line skates, outdoor camping equipment, or other sports equipment. Proceeds benefit YMCA youth/teen programs that provide a safe and supportive place for local youth/teens to develop key values. All Purpose Room.
Want to sell? Equipment check-in is 5:30-7:30PM Friday, November 8 or 8:30–10:30AM Saturday, November 9. Items are priced by seller. 85% of sale is returned to the seller. All items not sold must be picked up from the YMCA between 2:30 and 4:30PM on Saturday, November 9.
Want to Volunteer? Call Tiffany Praeger at 715 952 9371.
YMCA CHRISTMAS TREE SALE
Don’t miss out—these are the best trees in town! FRESH Frasers and Balsams in a variety of sizes! All proceeds directly support youth and teen programs! Sale begins Friday, November 29, 10:00AM.
PROGRAM NEWS
HEALTH & WELLNESS
DIABETES MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Ages 18 & up
This is an evidence-based, 12-week exercise program specifically designed to help you manage type 2 diabetes. The program consists of a combination of aerobic exercises, resistance and flexibility exercises, strength training, and applicable nutrition information. This particular combination and dose of exercises has been shown to be a very effective way to improve overall health, increase insulin sensitivity, and decrease long term effects of diabetes
among participants. Wellness Center. Financial assistance available. Y Member $125, General Public $175
OUR COMMUNITY MEMORY CAFE is a safe, comfortable and engaging environment where people with memory loss and their care partners can connect with others traveling their same journey. READ MORE
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is a free small-group fitness program for adult cancer survivors that empowers you to improve your quality of life. Each 12-week session is comprised of classes that meets for 75 minutes, two times per week. Also, you’ll receive a free Y membership for the session’s duration. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session.
Contact the LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA Coordinators by phone at 715 342 2980 or via e-mail at livestrong@spymca.org.
GYMNASTICS
SUPERHERO TRAINING ACADEMY 1 & 2 Ages 3-5 years old
Do you want to learn to fly through the air, jump over tall buildings, and hover off the ground? The Superhero Training Academy is a class that will allow your tot to use their super strength to safely explore the gymnastics gym while learning the core values behind all Superheroes: Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Honesty. Gymnastics Center. Age groups: Superhero 1(3-4); Superhero 2 (4-5).
YOUTH SPORTS
SNAG (Starting new at Golf) Ages 5-7 with a parent (SNAG equipment)
A fun and innovative approach to introducing children to the fundamentals of golf. 5-class session meets once a week for 60 minutes. All equipment provided—nontraditional clubs and balls are used. SentryWorld (dress code applies). Thursday, 6:15-7:15PM. July 11–August 15 (no class August 8). Y Member $109, General Public $119
EARLY EDUCATION
LITTLE CAMPERS PRESCHOOL Ages 3- 5 (Must be fully potty trained)
Little Campers is a perfect way for preschool campers to get out of the house, make new friends and have fun exploring a new theme every week! Our preschool staff provides a nurturing and safe environment for Little Campers to build confidence and independence through structured and self-select activities. YMCA Preschool. Spots are still available – sign up TODAY! CLICK HERE for informational flyer. Y Member $50/week, General Public $70/week