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YMWCA OF NEWARK AND VICINITY

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Newark, NJ 07102
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Supporting Strong Kids!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last month,  the Newark YMCA Strong Kids' Campaign Volleyball Tournament brought seventy people together to compete and have fun, while raising move than $450 for financial assistance to families. The Strong Kids Campaign is set up to ensure that all in our community who would like to participate in Y  programs are able to do so. At the Newark Y, we engage our community by promoting youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. To support the Strong Kids Campaign, click here.

 
Congratulations to the winning volleyball team (pictured above)
 
Edgar Freitas
Helen Rubio
Jonathan Reyes
Marilyn Voldes
Jonathan Font
Raymel Castro
Darlei Santiago
Nelson Rivera
 
Many, many thanks to Eddie Grant and Greg Farrar,  who made this event possible.

 

Motivation, Transformation and Fun!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
On Saturday, April 13th, the Newark Y was transformed, as members of The Life Christian Church (TLCC) in West Orange painted three bedrooms, the laundry room, and the kitchen of the Y’s Emergency Residence Program.    Not content with simply sprucing up the inside of the building, volunteers pulled weeds, spread mulch  and planted lovely spring flowers all around the building.  The cheerful plantings and freshly painted rooms make a tremendous difference to all who come in and out of the building – particularly those that call the Newark Y home.
 
As many church volunteers worked hard to beautify the building, fellow congregants organized inspirational activities for all ages. At the Y,” Biggest Loser” finalist Jay Jacobs held a health and wellness workshop for members and residents of the Newark Y.  YMCA teens were encouraged and motivated at TLCC in a Mentoring workshop with Jarrad Toussant, from  Cory Booker’s Educational Reform Team.  They also had the opportunity to meet and receive autographed pictures of former New York Jets player, Ray Lucas. 
 
At the same time, TLCC hosted a day of fun for families from the Y Emergency Residence Program. Seventy children  and parents participated in arts and crafts activities, creative reading and a delicious lunch. After lunch, the families were treated to a fun-filled afternoon at the Turtle Back  Zoo.  They rode the carousel and the train, in addition to seeing all the new animal attractions.  This day will be a lifelong memory for the families of the Emergency Residence Program! 
  
The Y is deeply grateful to TLCC for transforming our residence and inspiring all of us!
 
For more information about The Life Christian Church, click here.
 
To learn more about how your group can support the work of the Emergency Residence Program at the  Newark  Y, contact vnicholson@newarkymca.org
  
For more photos of this wonderful event, click here.
 
 

 

Meet Newark YMCA Member of the Month...

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
My name is Ocarlin Presina. I started coming to the YMCA in July of 2012. I came because I love to play basketball. One of the first people that I met at the Y was Coach Greg. From the very beginning,  he helped mold and develop my skills as a player. I worked hard that summer by participating in Basketball Clinics and the Jr. Slam program to develop myself. That fall I was able to make the 13 & 14 year old Travel YMCA Basketball team. I was excited to be a part of the YMCA team and learned that one of us is not as strong as all of us. I enjoy spending my days at the Y instead of being at home playing video games. One of the most valuable lessons I have learned at the YMCA is to push myself to reach my goals.
 
Thank you Ocarlin, for making the Y family stronger! For information about how you can become a part of the Y, click here.

Fabulous Family Float Night

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
On April 5th, more than twenty people, ages 3 to adult, participated in the Newark YMCA's Family Float Night. It was a great event! Please join us for our next Family Float Night on April 26th,  from 7 pm - 9 pm. For more information, please contact:  lterrones@newarkymca.org.

 

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Strength and Wellness Through Yoga

Strength and Wellness Through Yoga
Beginning Monday, May 13, the Yoga class now held on Wednesday at 6:30am will be moved to Mondays at 12:15pm. We are hoping this time will be more convenient for members. If you have any questions, suggestions or concerns, please contact Seku Sannor, Membership Director at any time: 973-624-8900 or ssannor@newarkymca.org.

Read about Newark YMCA CEO, Michael Bright in YMCA USA Newsletter...

Bright leads here in Newark and nationally as well ...    Open file ( 0.00) . . .

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Enthusiastic summer camp counselors and experienced emergency residence staff needed. Follow the link for more information.

Summer Day Camp at the YMCA . . .

Summer Day Camp at the YMCA . . .
Register today for a summer of discovery!

Teen members: try our exciting Capoeira program!

Teen members: try our exciting Capoeira program!
Youth Members, 10 to 17 years old, are welcome! Join us at 6 PM on Thursdays...

Make a Difference in the Life of a Child . . .

Make a Difference in the Life of a Child . . .
Volunteer in our Youth Sports Programs . . .
Basketball, soccer and swim coaches needed. Click the link for application information ...

Courtney Price, NJ Partnership for Healthy Kids - Newark Project Manager Featured

Working for healthy children and families in Newark ...

Michael Bright Interviewed on Labor's View

Michael Bright Interviewed on Labor's View
Click the Link to Learn More About How The Newark YMCA Provides Resources and Brings People Together...

UMDNJ Branch Closed In December

Please click the link for more information.

Newark Y Members Welcome at Many NJ Ys!

In New Jersey, 31 YMCAs with 49 branches have launched a cooperative program called “My Y is Every Y.” Y members are welcome to visit participating facilities at no cost. “This program is an unprecedented step in strengthening the Ys impact on health and wellness in New Jersey,” said Michael Bright, President & CEO of The Newark YMCA. Click on the headline above for a list of participating Y’s.



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