Greater Joliet Area YMCA

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA

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

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Double the Fun During the My Y Rewards Special March Earnings Event

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your health and wellness routine with YMCA group fitness classes. And now, My Y Rewards members will have double the fun exercising during our Special March Earnings Event!

Greater Joliet Area YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, enrolled in the My Y Rewards program will receive double rewards points for every group fitness class they attend between March 9-115!

Learn how to enroll by clicking below.

ENROLL TODAY

Upon enrolling in the My Y Rewards Program, you’ll also earn points each time you check-in, take a class, or refer a friend to the Y. In fact, you’ll earn your first 50 points for simply enrolling in the program. You can then redeem your points for fun Y swag and program and membership credits.

If you should have any questions or any feedback on the My Y Rewards Program, please be sure to stop by the Membership Desk during your next visit or email [email protected].

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Celebrate Easter at the YMCA

Easter is just around the corner and the Greater Joliet Area YMCA is here to help you and your family get in the holiday spirit! Full details about fun and exciting Easter events can be found below or by contacting your local branch.

Joliet Community YMCA

Eggapalooza
Date: Saturday, March 14
Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location:
Salvation Army Community Center
300 3rd Avenue
Joliet, IL 60433

Hop on over for a fun-filled day the whole family will enjoy! The day will feature egg hunts for all ages, games, crafts, music and sweet treats. Capture special memories with the Easter Bunny and enjoy a day of laughter, connections and springtime joy with family and friends.

Cost: Free and open to the community.

REGISTER TODAY

If you have questions about this event, please contact:

Keyanna Montgomery
Youth and Family Director
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 362

C.W. Avery Family YMCA

Bunny’s Splash Bash
Date: Friday, March 27
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

Location:
15120 Wallin Dr.
Plainfield, IL 60544

Hop into our fun Family Night! The Family Pool will be open for all ages to jump in. Families can come and enjoy fun water games and more. Make sure to bring your bathing suit, towel, and your Easter Basket for a fun floating egg hunt.

PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited and registration is required. Families are encouraged to review YMCA pool policies prior to registering.

Cost: Free and open to the community

REGISTER TODAY

Glow and Go Egg Hunt
Date: Friday, March 27
Time: 7-8 p.m.

Location:
15120 Wallin Dr.
Plainfield, IL 60544

Join us for a fun-filled evening egg hunt – a night-time adventure for all ages! Please bring your flashlight and Easter basket.

PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited and registration is required.

Cost: Free and open to the community

REGISTER TODAY

If you have any questions about these events, please contact:

Alysia Kottke
Youth and Family Manager
[email protected]
(815) 267-8600, ext. 212

Morris Hospital YMCA

Hop Into Easter
Date: Saturday, March 28
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.

Location:
2200 W. Dupont Avenue
Morris, IL 60450

Come on out and join the Morris Hospital YMCA for a fun, Easter themed morning with other Y families! Activities will include an Easter egg hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny, crafts and games. PLEASE NOTE: Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 10:15 a.m.

Cost: Free and open to the community.

REGISTER TODAY

Jordan Overton
Youth and Family Director
[email protected]
(815) 513-8080, ext. 513

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YMCA March Personal Training Sale

We invite you to take the next step in your fitness journey by taking advantage of our March Personal Training Sale. From March 1-31 when you purchase four personal training sessions, you will get one free!*

*Offer valid at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA location through March 31, 2026. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Visit your local branch for more details.

You can find information about personal trainers at your local Y branch below.

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Galowich Family YMCA
Morris Hospital YMCA

REGISTER ONLINE

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Galowich Family YMCA
Morris Hospital YMCA

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2026 YMCA Gala Silent Auction Bidding Now Open

The 2026 YMCA Gala will be held on Saturday at the Bolingbrook Golf Club. Even if you won’t be attending this year’s event, you can still support the YMCA by bidding on items in our Silent Auction.

Bidding is Now OPEN!

To explore this year’s Silent Auction and begin placing your bids, please visit our by clicking below.

1. To register, please click the ‘My Account’ button in the upper right corner, and add your e-mail address and payment information.

2. After completing the registration process, you will receive an email that provides you with a link to our Mobile Bidding site.

3. Upon visiting our Mobile Bidding site, you will be able to begin bidding on items in our highly anticipated Silent Auction.

YMCA GALA HEADQUARTERS

As a reminder, winning bidders who are not in attendance may pick up auction items at their local YMCA branch the week of March 2. Please Note: At this time, we are unable to ship items to winning bidders.

If you are attending this year’s Gala, you should have already received a message with a registration link. For more information, please contact Volunteer and Special Events Director Dori Fugate at [email protected].

Thank you for supporting the YMCA Gala.

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Sun, Fun, and Friendship: Registration for Summer Day Camp Opens on March 14

At the Y, we provide safe, affordable, and fun summer day camps for youth and teens in grades K-8. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and unforgettable memories. Registration opens at 8 a.m. on March 14 for YMCA Facility Members and at 8 a.m. on March 21 for Community Members.

Daily activities include:

-Teambuilding
-Arts and Crafts
-Outdoor Exploration
-STEAM Activities
-Reading Time
-And so much more!

REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE!
Register for summer day camp by March 30, and pay a $0 registration fee, a savings of $50!

Learn more about YMCA Summer Day Camp programs available in your area by clicking below.

C.W. Avery Family YMCA (Serving Plainfield and the surrounding communities)

C.W. Avery Family YMCA (Serving Valley View School District 365U)

Joliet Community YMCA (Serving children in Grades K-5 in Joliet and the surrounding communities)

Joliet Community YMCA – Teen REACH (Serving children in Grades 6-8 in Joliet and the surrounding communities)

Morris Hospital YMCA (Serving Morris and the surrounding communities)

Village of Shorewood YMCA (Serving Shorewood and the surrounding communities)

In addition to summer day camp, the YMCA offers a variety of sports, preschool, and specialty camps each summer.

EARLY BIRD SALE

Save $5 when you register for a summer sports, preschool, or specialty camp between March 14-30. Use promo code: CAMP5OFF when registering online. Valid at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA location. Some restrictions may apply.

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Greater Joliet Area YMCA Announces Spring College Tour

Each year, the Greater Joliet Area YMCA helps students broaden their understanding of possible options for their post-secondary education by organizing tours to colleges and universities throughout the Midwest. These events guide students as they set and achieve high educational, professional, and personal goals, serving as a stepping stone for them to discover their identities, embrace their passions, and become their best selves. 

And now, the Y is excited to announce the first tour of 2026!

Location: Western Illinois University
Date: Tuesday, March 31

Participants will depart from Joliet Junior College, located at 1215 Houbolt Road in Joliet, at 7 a.m. with scheduled return to the Y no later than 6 p.m. Finalized trip itineraries will be communicated the week prior to the tour.

Cost: $30 (includes lunch and transportation)

Registration is underway! College tours are open to the community and spots are limited, so don’t delay!

REGISTER TODAY

To learn more, please contact: 

Darrell Collins, Teen Achievers and Teen REACH Director
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 361
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