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C.W. Avery, Central City, Galowich, Morris

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C.W. Avery Family YMCA Set To Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on August 27

The C.W. Avery Family YMCA is partnering with the State of Illinois to host a FREE COVID-19 vaccine clinic from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on Friday, August 27.

WHO’S ELIGIBLE:

The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is authorized and recommended for individuals 12 years of age and older.

Walk-in appointments are available. Parents with children will have access to the Kids Corner facility during their appointment.

You will have the opportunity to register for your second vaccine on Friday, September 17. Both clinics will be held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA.

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Join the Galowich Family YMCA for STEAM Explorers This Fall


At the Y, children learn values and positive behaviors, and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow. And now, the Galowich Family YMCA will be offering a series of educational classes with STEAM Explorers.

STEAM Explorers activities will be designed for kids, ages 8-14, and provide participants an opportunity to explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math with hands-on problem solving.

Time:
Thursdays
6-6:45 p.m.

FALL 1 SESSION WEEKLY PROJECT THEMES
September 2 – Math: Baking Soda Bottle Rockets with Custom Bazooka
September 9 – Engineering: Make Your Own Glycerin Soap
September 16 – Technology: Coding a Lego Maze
September 23 – Arts: Art Canvases, Imagining the Future
September 30 – Science: Interactive Tarantula Session

Cost for this program will be $45 for facility members and $90 for community members. All those who register by August 27 will receive $5 off.*

*Use code FALL5OFF21 when registering online. Valid at the Galowich Family YMCA. Limit one per member. Cannot be combined with other offers. Some restrictions may apply.

Register Today!

If you have any questions or are interested in more information about this program, please contact:

Stephen Franklin
Youth and Family Director
Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 315
Email: [email protected]

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YMCA Members Invited to Participate in the Y’s August Check-In Challenge

AUGUST 20-23

Thank you for staying with us and playing a key role in keeping our YMCA community safe and healthy. 

All YMCA members are invited to participate in our August Check-In Challenge. Each day you check in between August 20-23 will give you an entry into a drawing to win back-to-school Y swag!

Stop by and see us!

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YMCA Spirit Wear Sale Runs Through August 22

Proceeds benefit the Y’s Mission Strong Fund

For many years, YMCA members have inquired about purchasing Y apparel. Please know that your voices have been heard! We are very excited to announce that the Y will be holding its very first YMCA Spirit Wear Sale from August 11-22.

Designed specifically for our wonderful YMCA members, this online sale will feature one-of-a-kind YMCA spirit wear items for members of all ages. You can choose from short sleeve and long sleeve t-shirts, available in both youth and adult sizes, tanks, hats, and a tote bag. Items are available in multiple sizes and colors and can be purchased online by clicking below:

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Orders will be delivered to our YMCA branches the week of September 6. Members will receive an email from the YMCA’s Marketing Department notifying them when their orders are ready to be picked up.

Proceeds will benefit the YMCA’s Mission Strong Fund.

Happy shopping!

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Galowich Family YMCA Set To Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on Friday, August 13

The Galowich Family YMCA is partnering with the State of Illinois to host a FREE COVID-19 vaccine clinic.

WHO’S ELIGIBLE:
The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is authorized and recommended for individuals 12 years of age and older.

When registering online, you will have the opportunity to register for your first vaccine on Friday, August 13 and your second vaccine on Friday, September 3. Both clinics will be held at the Galowich Family YMCA.

Register Today

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Morris Community YMCA Teaming Up With Morris Hospital To Offer New Pedaling For Parkinson’s Program

Pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace may change the life of someone living with Parkinson’s disease. Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic found that patients can experience a 35 percent reduction in symptoms by riding an indoor, stationary bicycle for one hour three days a week. While cycling is not a cure for Parkinson’s disease, there is compelling evidence to show that it does make a real difference for many who try it. Classes are designed to empower participants by optimizing their physical function, improving their gait, balance, speech, handwriting, and overall endurance, and helping to delay the progression of symptoms.

Join the Morris Community YMCA and Morris Hospital and Healthcare Centers for this free Pilot Program!

Days:
Classes will meet on Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays

Session 1:
August 30-October 1*

*There will be no class on Monday, September 6 due to the Labor Day holiday.

Session 2:
October 4-November 5

Class Time:
1-2 p.m.

Class Location:
109 E. Jefferson Street
Morris, IL 60450 (Former site of LivFit)

Class Fees:
Classes offered as part of this Pilot Program are FREE and open to the community. Class participants must receive clearance to participate from their doctor prior to class participation.

REGISTER TODAY

To learn more, please contact the Morris Community YMCA at (815) 513-8080.

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