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Memorial Day Hours
An Event taking place on May 27, 2013
Posted May 22, 2013 in
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Farmers Market Sets Opening Date for 2013
An Event taking place on June 6, 2013
Posted May 22, 2013 in
Be sure to visit our market every Thursday from June 6 – September 26 at the David D. Hunting YMCA.This market is in its third year and is unique in a number of ways:
The YMCA Farmers Market bridges the gap between West Michigan’s urban and rural communities. The Y Farmers Market will feature live music at one market every month, and we’re welcoming vendors with new products, such a farmstead goat cheese, hummus, and all-natural soaps. Our market has a cooking demonstration and food-tasting every... Read More -
YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin Alumni Celebration
An Event taking place on June 8, 2013
Posted May 22, 2013 in
Saturday, June 8, 2013 11:30am – 4:00pm
Picnic and Old Fashioned Cookout Cheff Lodge at Camp Manitou-Lin 1095 N. Briggs Road Middleville, MI 49333
RSVP before Saturday, June 1 Email Emily or call 888.909.2267
Please indicate: How many will be attending What Year(s) you were at Camp If you were a Camper, Counselor, Staff, or Volunteer
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Keep Kids Safe Near Water
Posted May 20, 2013 in
By Joe Edger, Director of Aquatics and Youth, David D. Hunting YMCA
Drowning is preventable, that is why at the Y we have been teaching generations lifesaving skills through swim lessons for more than 100 years. This summer when it comes to keeping your loved ones safe, keep the following in mind and take action:
FIRST, whenever you are near a pool or body of water, watch the kids every minute. At gatherings with several adults, take turns being the one responsible for supervising the kids.... Read More
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How to choose the right camp for your child
Posted May 13, 2013 in
By Greg Dodd, Executive Director, YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin {image_1} For parents, extra support to keep kids healthy can go a long way. According to the latest findings of the YMCA’s Family Health Snapshot, a survey that gauges children’s activity levels during the school year, nearly 50 percent of U.S. parents say technological distractions such as television, cell phones or video games make it difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle for their children. With more free time in summer, ensuring that kids practice healthy habits could be a... Read More
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2013 Give-A-Glove Campaign Kick Off
Posted May 08, 2013 in
“Every kid deserves a glove to call their own,” stated Andy Page of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids. “We have set a goal to collect 500 new or used baseball and softball gloves to be used by kids in the Inner City Youth Baseball/Softball program this summer. Bring any new or gently used baseball or softball glove to any Greater Grand Rapids YMCA location, West Michigan Fifth Third Bank in Kent or Ottawa County or Fifth Third Ballpark and donate to the program. In exchange for the glove, donors will... Read More
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Fueling for Top Performance
Posted May 06, 2013 in
By Sarah Portenga, Registered Dietitian, YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids {image_1} This Saturday, many around West Michigan will lace up their shoes for the popular Fifth Third River Bank Run. You might be wondering what to eat and drink for the best performance possible. In the age of information, it is easy to become overwhelmed. To help decipher through what you need to know, keep the following in mind as outdoor race season amps up:
Stay hydrated – Nothing will decrease your performance faster than dehydration.... Read More
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Spartan Stores Y April Q&A
Posted May 06, 2013 in
General FacilityComment: Request signage on Sauna prohibiting wringing out wet towels, over hot rocks. It steams up the dry sauna and no one else can enjoy it except the one person who steamed up the place. Staff Response: Thanks for the comment. We can do this!
Comment: The Spartan YMCA should have special needs lock in on the weekends! Staff Response: I will pass this suggestion along!
Comment: Parking stones or cement curbs so that people... Read More
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Hello Summer Camps!
Posted April 29, 2013 in
By Molly Schmid, Associate Executive Director, Wolverine Worldwide YMCA
{image_1} Although most are dreaming of spending the days soaking up the sun, the reality is most continue with their weekly work routine leading many parents to begin to worry about how to keep their children from spending all day playing video games and watching TV, and for good reason. Today the average child watches 1,680 minutes of TV each week. An alarming statistic that coincides with the fact that many children are spending more time indoors and less... Read More
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Y Service Club’s White Elephant Sale
Posted April 22, 2013 in
By Greg Dodd, Executive Director, YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin {image_1}
I fondly remember a time long ago when I was a child. Engulfed in the great outdoors, I can remember feeling the breeze gently caress my face and the sun beating down on me, as I ran to my next hiding place in a game of capture the flag. Now think back to a moment in your childhood – what was your most memorable experience? Did it involve playing outdoors?
As it stands today, children are losing contact with... Read More