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"My Y is more than just where I take classes, it's where I GAIN CONFIDENCE."
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HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY
Rochester Community Recovery Center is an initiative launched by Frisbie Hospital to combat the opioid epidimic. The YMCA of Strafford County will be supporting the efforts by providing the program with five memberships to be used by participants as part of the programs healthy living curriculum. We are excited to be collaborating with Frisbie Hospital on this initiative to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere for participants to rediscover a balanced spirit, mind, and body.
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RALLYING IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL CHILDREN
Many local children look forward to the promise of summer camp and the amazing opportunity it provides to learn new things, build skills and make friends. Unfortunately, for the dozens of children in greater Rochester who are homeless or part of households that are financially challenged, summer camp is often out of reach.
This past summer, the YMCA of Strafford County and the Rochester School District were pleased to team up on an initiative aimed at providing access to summer camp for those who might not otherwise be able to afford it. Thanks to the kindness of local businesses and others, several local children were able to attend Camp Coney Pine in Rochester.
"We wanted to change the summer in a positive way for children in need," said Doug Currier, Branch Director at the YMCA of Strafford County. "And the support from local businesses and individuals was heart-warming."
The YMCA of Strafford County operates Camp Coney Pine on Lowell Street in Rochester. Located on 19 wooded acres, the camp provides a broad range of activities including archery, arts & crafts, drama, environmental enrichment, group games, a high/low ropes course and daily swimming. Before and after care, bus transportation, swim instruction, and specialty areas are also offered.
Doug noted that donations, which totaled more than $7,000, helped the YMCA provide the summer of a lifetime for area children. Also stepping up in a big way was Frisbie Memorial Hospital, which provided filled back packs and daily lunches for the campers in the program.
"This was a great start for this effort," said Doug, "and something we definitely want to repeat for next summer!"
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY
On September 22, 2016 the Y celebrated one of its most valuable assets, our members!
The theme for the
day was football. Throughout the day members were
treated to fruit kabobs from the grill, coolers full of
water, and the popular cucumber
water hydration station.
The big attraction of the day was our raffles. All members that dressed in their favorite football apparel were entered to win a FREE month of membership. The second raffle was a "cornhole/bag toss" challenge. Participants that hit a cornhole were entered to win a Patriots basket.
Congratulations to the winners
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WELCOME TO THE TEAM
Two new full time staff members have joined our team at the YMCA of Strafford County. Tabby Whitehouse has been a teacher in our Early Learning Center for the last
three years and has recently been promoted to Assistant Director of the
Early
Learning
Center.
Also join us in welcoming Elisabeth White who is the new Assistant Director of our School's Out Program. She comes to the Y from the Ohio area where she worked at various YMCAs. Most recently she was an eighth grade teacher in North Carolina.
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SUMMER TEAM CHALLENGE WINNERS
This summer from June - August 87 members and staff participated in
a summer team challenge where individuals and teams earned points for working out at the Y. Congratulations to our team winners: Heather, Althea, Kathy, and Avis. Congratulations to our individual winners: Cindy, Althea, Kathy, and Tom.
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HAVE A NEW ADVENTURE!
As a Facility Member of The Granite YMCA, you receive a FREE annual program membership to the Y Boomerang Adventures Club (Y-BAC). This club brings active adults who are 40+ years of age together through year round multi-sport day outings, adventure trips, and tour activities. Y-BAC is designed to enhance the lives of active adults through outdoor adventures that challenge and inspire while at play. All skill levels are welcome!
Fees vary per trip. Transportation is provided for some adventures. Carpooling is always encouraged and coordinated. Bring a friend! Community members of The Granite YMCA and the public are welcome to try their first adventure before they join and pay a $50 annual program membership fee.
UPCOMING TRIPS INCLUDE:
Lantern Tour - Mystic Connecticut | December 3 - 4, 2016
Join us for our private tour of the 37th annual theatrical production of Lantern Light Tours at Mystic Seaport.
This year's performance, "The Nut-Cracker Sweets," is set on Christmas Eve in 1876 and is inspired by "The Nutcracker."
Registration deadline November 20
. Cost includes lodging, transportation, dinner and breakfast.
Boomerang members: $298 | Community Members: $330
New York Christmas Spectacular | December 9 - 10, 2016
This is not your average bus tour! This is a magical time of the year for a very unique visit to New York City! The trip involves 4 - 8 miles of level walking. Limited space available. Cost includes lodging, transportation, Radio City Music Hall Backstage Tour & Christmas Spectacular Show, guided Brooklyn walks and the NY Botanical Gardens Train Show. A non-refundable $300 deposit is due October 17, with full payment due November 1. Boomerang members: $580 | Community Members: $680
Boat Parade of Lights & Victoria Mansion | December 17 12:00 - 8:00 pm
Take in the scenery of Portland, Maine as we explore the pre-Civil War of the Victoria Mansion, complete with Currier and Ives Christmas décor enhancing the interiors. We'll also take a beautiful ferry ride in Casco Bay for an on-the-water boat parade of lights. A light dinner in the Old Port follows! Rain, Snow or Shine. Activity Level: Easy Walking. Non-refundable. Registration deadline November 21.
Boomerang members: $120 | Community Members: $150
For more information, please contact
Debra Nichols, Boomerang Adventures Club Director at 603.785.1411 or email dnichols@graniteymca.org.
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TUNE INTO YOUR HEALTH
Healthy Connections is our radio and TV show
which include interviews with area health and wellness experts and aimed at informing and educating listeners on key topics of interest. Healthy Connections airs weekly on WMNH (95.3).
Check out our recent radio episodes here:
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FALL FAMILY FUN FEST
Saturday, October 22 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | Camp Coney Pine
Join us at Camp Coney Pine for a day of fun for the entire family. Activities will include ropes course and tire challenge, bounce house, pumpkin bowling, arts & crafts, donuts on a string, and more! This event is free for the community.
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HERE WE GROW AGAIN!
The Granite YMCA is seeking qualified and caring professionals for a broad range of full and part time positions throughout our association. Opportunities include: Americorp leaders, Welcome Center staff, health and wellness professionals, child care staff and more. For a full listing of opportunities and information on how you can become part of one of NH's most enduring non-profits, please
click here.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
If you joined our YMCA recently, welcome to the Y community and thank you for your membership!
Remember we're here for you
and no question is too small when it comes to you and your health goals.
As a 501©3 non-profit, charitable organization, The Granite YMCA strives for our services to be affordable to the community. Our Membership for All program helps provide access to those in need in the form of financial aid for Y memberships and programs according to household income. Our join fees and monthly membership dues are income-based to ensure that everyone can enjoy the Y and its programs, regardless of income. Please contact our Welcome Center at 603.623.3558 with any questions, concerns, or for more information.
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