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YMCA of Saratoga
. October 2010
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Fall Zumbathon!
Saratoga Springs Branch
Add some sizzle to YOUR Friday night with hot Latin
and world music, combined with hip shakin' dance moves and great
raffle prizes! This fun event is open to all and the cost is
$20.00/person.
Proceeds from this event will benefit our 2010
"We Build People" Annual Scholarship Campaign.
Contact Yonka Perkins at 583-9622, ext. 118 or yonka@ymcasaratoga.org for more
information.
Also, arrive at 5:30 for a sneak preview of another
hot new workout--DrumsAlive!
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Fall Harvest Celebration
Saratoga Springs and Wilton Branches
Wilton and Saratoga Springs Branches' will be holding
a Fall Harvest Festival on October 29th. For this event, the
Wilton Branch hours will be 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. and the Saratoga
Springs Branch hours will be 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
We will have face painting, the bounce house,
fall arts and crafts best, a decorated pumpkin contest, games
and spooky treats. Costumes are optional. Swimming at
Saratoga Branch first will be available on a first-come-first- serve
basis. Everyone is welcome and this event is open to the
community.
We hope you will join us for this fun night!
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Drop Off Your Drawers
The Think Peace Workshop for
Girls and To Love a Child are working towards collecting 5,000
panties!
Everyday women and girls in Haiti and Zimbabwe
struggle for food, shelter, education and the bare essentials that
make life comfortable. They live with little to call their own
due to extreme poverty caused by environmental, social and political
consequences.
You can make a profound difference in the lives of
women and girls today by donating new panties. Your gift will
boost their self-esteem and helps to give them confidence.
Colorful panties for women and girls of all sizes are
needed. Drop off your drawers at the YMCA of Saratoga's
Saratoga Springs Branch!
For more information, please call 518-859-4424.
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Are Your Valuables Locked Up?
We strongly urge members to lock up their valuables.
Lockers may be secured by members, using their own lock, while they
are in the building. Locks must be removed when leaving the building
each day. The YMCA is not responsible for valuables left unattended.
Mini lockers are available at some branch locations,
at no cost. For a token, please see the front desk.
If you leave valuables in your vehicle, please make
sure these items are out of sight.
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Get Ready for Fall:
 Shop between October 13th and the 26th at the
JCPenney - Wilton Mall and you may
"round-up" your purchase to the next whole dollar-then the
JCPenney Afterschool Fund will donate the difference to the YMCA of
Saratoga to provide children in this community with access to
life-enriching afterschool programs.
What is the
JCPenney Afterschool Round-Up?
This nationwide program provides our customers the opportunity to
make donations to the JCPenney Afterschool Fund at the cash register
by rounding up their JCPenney store purchases to the next whole
dollar. All donations collected by the Wilton Mall JCPenney
store will be donated to the YMCA of Saratoga's afterschool
programs!
Another 2010 Round-Up will be held: December 1st-14th.
Your
change makes a difference in kids' lives!
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Did you know that the YMCA of Saratoga has a wonderful
preschool site at Wesley?
The Y has an intergenerational preschool
program where the children interact with the residents. It's
great for the residents and the children enjoy having new friends!
There are openings for the 2010-11 school year. Contact Colleen
Girvin at 583-9622, ext. 114 for more information.
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Get Your Flu Shots at the Y!
The Price Chopper Pharmacy will be hosting flu clinics
at the Saratoga Springs and Wilton Branches. You must sign-up
at the branch front desks prior to the clinic. The cost is
$25.00 per immunization.
Saratoga Springs Branch on Oct. 14th
Wilton Branch on Oct. 5th and 28th
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Make a Difference Day
YMCA of SARATOGA - Child Care,
Preschool & School Age Programs
October
1-24, 2010
This month the staff will be talking with students
about
sharing and caring. To emphasize this lesson, and in
conjunction with "Make a Difference Day", we will be
collecting non-perishable food and toiletries for local food
pantries. The collection will start October 1st and run through
the 24th. Items may be dropped off in your child's classroom.
Your support is greatly needed
and appreciated. Thank you for your help!
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Fall Rowing Challenge
Join the Y rowing team on a "Row Trip" cross
country!
On September 15th, the Y Rowing Team started the
first month-long leg on a virtual rowing trip headed west. We, as a
team, compete in the concept2 Fall Rowing Challenge against hundreds
of teams from all over the world. And just for fun at the end
of the Fall Challenge, we will mark the destination on a map and
celebrate with a theme wrap-up party at the Y's Saratoga Springs
Branch on October 26th at 6:00 p.m.
The second leg of the trip starts with the January Challenge, where
we will pick up the road trip where we left off. This will run
January 15th-February 15th, and once again, we will celebrate with a
destination theme and wrap-up party (date TBA).
The third and final leg, the Spring Challenge, will be held April
15th-May 15th. We will celebrate with a final destination party (date
TBA) and prizes for all who have participated in at least one leg of
the challenge.
It's easy to join our team and all level of rowers are welcome. Just
log onto concept2.com and create a personal log sheet. Designate the
Saratoga Springs Y as your team and click "join the Fall
Challenge". It's important that you log your meters
on-line in order for our team to compete against other concept2
teams.
If you have any questions contact the team captain Jennifer Warner at jbwarner@nycap.rr.com
or 518-441-9274.
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Give the Gift of Health
Buy a YMCA Gift Certificate for the holidays!
What is more important than your health? This is the
gift that truly keeps giving! Say "Happy Holidays" or
"I Love You" with a YMCA Gift Certificate.
You may give a massage, a personal training session, a
membership, swimming lessons, karate or whatever you
choose!
Please see any of our branch front desks for more
information.
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Dates to Remember
October 19th: Fall II
Registration begins at 7:00 am.
November
1st: Fall II programs begin.
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Adult Stroke Improvement with Ann Svenson
This class is for any adult who wants to improve their
swim technique and aspiring triathletes. It begins on Sunday,
October 31st and runs 7 weeks. Contact Ann Svenson at annb48@earthlink.com with any
questions.
Days/Times:
Sundays at 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
Price:
$80 for Members/$160 for Program Members
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Malta Branch News
There is a new group fitness schedule that will go
into effect on Monday, October 4th. So, watch for the new
schedule!
By Popular Demand - We've Added Another Zumba Class at
4:30 p.m.!
Starting on October 4th we will be offering a new
Monday 4:30 p.m. Zumba class. Our 5:30 p.m. class will continue
to be held, giving our members 2 choices for Zumba classes on
Mondays!
Zumba is a fusion of Latin rhythms and international
music with easy-to-follow moves to create a dynamic, fun, and
effective cardio workout. The class features an interval training
format incorporating fast and slow rhythms and resistance training to
tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. You will have a
GREAT time and sweat!
Cycle and Strength
A Cycle & Strength class has been added on
Fridays at 9:15 a.m.
Pilates has been added to the schedule for Tuesdays at
6:30 p.m.
SilverSneakers
® I - Muscular Strength & Range of Movement
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed
to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activity for
daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with
handles and a ball are offered for resistance; a chair is used for
seated and/or standing support. This class is held on
Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
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Monday & Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 9:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 to 12:00 p.m.
Monday-Friday: 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (by reservation only- must be
made by 1:00 p.m. that day)
Gymnastics
Class Cancellations
Gymnastics classes will be cancelled on December
14th, January 4th, January 8th, January 11th, and February 4th due to
Saratoga High School Gymnastics meets.
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Saratoga Springs Branch News
Babysitting Certification
Course
We are now offering more dates for the YMCA of Saratoga Babysitting
Certification Course. We will offer this program, for 11 to 15 year
olds, from 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. on October 23rd, November 20th
and December 18th. This is a Red Cross certified course and
participants are encouraged to volunteer for 6 hours at our
Saratoga Springs and/or Wilton Branch Babysitting Rooms, upon
completion of this course. For more information, please contact
Erin Wilkinson at 583-9622, ext.124.
Sunday Shoppers
Sunday Shoppers is a program
where children come to the YMCA from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.
while their parents run errands, do their weekly grocery
shopping or stroll the shops downtown. We will have planned
activities for the children (between the ages of 8 weeks and 9 years
old).
We will play outside, do a craft, watch a movie and provide a
snack. The cost is $15 per child and you may register at the
front desk. Space is limited so register early. We will
offer this program on October 17th and November 21st. Contact
Erin Wilkinson at 583-9622, ext. 124 for more information.
Parents' Night Out
Parents' Night Out is an opportunity for parents to have a night out!
Bring back date night, ladies or guys night out, or movie night.
Every Parents' Night Out will have a theme and children will enjoy
theme-based games, crafts or movies. This program is for children
ages 8 weeks to 6 years old.
We also have spaces available for 7 to 10 year olds
with age-appropriate activites. Also, these children
may swim during this program.
The dates include November 6th and December 4th
from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. It costs $15/child. For more
information, please contact Erin Wilkinson at 583-9622, ext. 124.
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Malta Child Care
Malta Child Care currently has openings in the
Preschool 4 year old program. This is a full day program
running from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The cost of preschool is
$200 weekly. If your child lives in the Ballston Spa School
District they are eligible for the UPK program which is a discounted
preschool program.
Let our certified, experienced staff nurture your children and
prepare them for success in Kindergarten. Children learn to
recognize and write letters, numbers and their name. They are
engaged in age-appropriate activities including swimming and gym
classes.
For more information or to schedule a tour contact Amy Wert, Malta
Branch Director, at 583-4342, ext. 181 or amy@ymcasaratoga.org.
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October
19, 2010
Fall II Member Registration
All YMCA Branches
October 22, 2010
Fall
Zumbathon
Saratoga Springs Branch
October 26,
2010
Fall II Program Member Registration All YMCA Branches
November 1,
2010
Fall II Programs Begin
All YMCA Branches
Tribal
Bellydance
6:30 p.m.
Tuesdays
Saratoga Springs Branch
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YMCA of
Saratoga
Inclement
Weather Policy
When there is inclement
weather, the decision to close our facilities and/or cancel programs
will be decided by the COO. This decision is based on the state
and local recommendations that we are in a declared state
of emergency. The following media will inform you of
the closing and/or cancellations if you cannot get through to the YMCA:
Capital News 9, The Times Union, WFLY 92, 810 WGY, WNYT TV, WRGB TV,
WRVE, WTEN TV, B 95.5 and WXXA TV.
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Holiday Hours for All Branches
New Year's Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Easter -
Closed
Memorial
Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
4th of
July
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Labor Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving
Day - Closed
Christmas
Eve
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Christmas
Day - Closed
New
Year's Eve
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
NOTE: There are no programs or group fitness classes on these
days.
Be sure to check
with the branch to verify their holiday hours.
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Share Your
Thoughts
Tell us what
you love about the YMCA! We would really like to hear from
you.
We may use your comments for marketing purposes, so if you prefer that
we don't use your name, please let us know.
Please e-mail your comments to Janet
Sprague, Marketing/
Development Director.
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Activate America
Explore a little
something different for a fun meal--add fresh cooked or canned pumpkin
to your favorite pancake batter.
Family Food Idol
Judge new, rarely, or
never-before-tasted foods (fruits, vegetables, healthy recipes, other
healthy foods) by choosing 3 similar types of food and have family
members rank them 1 for the best, 2 for good, and 3 for not as good.
Count up all of the points for each food. The food with the most points
is now the new "Food Idol" in your home for the week.
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