July 2019 Newsletter for YMCA Members and Friends
IMPROVEMENTS ON SECOND FLOOR
Construction starts July 1
We are excited to announce that we will be doing some improvements on our Aerobic Studio 2 (AS2). This space will finally receive some much needed attention with construction beginning July 1. Due to this, AS2 will be closed for the months of July and August. Once we reopen, we will have a new, more functional space with a dropped ceiling. Most work will take place in AS2, but please be aware that there may be contractors moving equipment throughout the second floor.

SECOND FLOOR CLOSING AUGUST 12 -20
The entire upstairs will be closed for repairs and cleaning August 12 - August 20.

Watch for a special edition Member Newsletter in mid-July with information on our full August cleaning schedule.
SUMMER DAY CAMP 
DON'T MISS OUT ON ALL THE FUN!
Children experience achievement & belonging at Y Summer Camp.
Preschool Camp (Ages 3-5, must be toilet trained)
Camp themes & fun in an age appropriate setting.
Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 9:00 am - Noon
Remaining sessions: Weeks of July 8, 15, 30 & August 6.


Youth Summer Camp (Ages 5-12) 
A home away from home where kids laugh, learn, explore and grow in the outdoors, while creating memories and discover friendships that last a lifetime.Camp runs from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Extended day is available 7:30 am - 5:30 pm for a small additional fee.
Youth Camp meets Monday through Friday with each week its own session. Runs through August 9.
Youth Camp upcoming weekly field trips:
July 2 - Inflatable Fun at the Y
July 9 - Galion Splash Pad
July 16 - COSI
July 23 - Ohio Caverns
July 30 - Columbus Zoo


Leaders In Training (LIT) Summer Camp (Ages 12-15)
LIT Camp focuses on building a sense of social responsibility in the older youth, through volunteer work, building relationships with each other and the community, and by providing guided leadership opportunities with the Youth Summer Camp program. Each week may include a field trip or community service project off campus. Camp runs from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Extended day is available 7:30 am - 5:30 pm for a small additional fee. LIT Camp meets Monday through Friday with each week its own session. Runs through August 9.


INFLATABLE FUN AT THE Y!
Tuesday, JULY 2
3:00 - 7:00
FREE to Members and Non Members
Meet the Summer Camp Counselors

Join us Tuesday, July 2 for outside games, inflatable fun, popcorn and cotton candy!
Location : Charlotte's Way Outdoor Track at the Y

If the weather is inclement, the event will be in the Y gym. (Enter through the gym doors)
CALLING ALL TEENS Ages 11-14

Activities will be available each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 11:00 am – 3:00pm and FREE lunch provided around 12:15 (time subject to change) through August 9. No Youth Activities on July 4 & 5. July 2 Youth Activities are 3:00 - 7:00 pm at the Inflatable event (no meal on July 2).

Youth Activities are available to all members ages 11-14 at no cost, and will include lunch. Those who aren’t members may participate by purchasing a guest pass, per our normal guest policies. Youth activities are “drop in” and don’t require registration. Youth who attend will help decide the activities each day and may include Gaga Ball, ping pong, board games, basketball, 9 square, volleyball, pickleball swimming and more.

If you need transportation and live within the Marion Area Transit bus regular service area, the Y can provide you with a MAT pass. If you need a MAT pass, a parent / legal guardian must complete a permission form in person at the Y.
School Age Child Care at the Y
Helping elementary school age children reach their potential through fun, achievement and belonging during before and after school hours.
Program Age:
State licensed before and after school child care for boys & girls in grades K through 5.
Program Dates & Times: 
·  August 19 through May 29 when Marion City Schools and Pleasant Local Schools are in session.
·  Before school care: 6:45 am until school bus picks up at the Y. MCS will pick up for George Washington & Benjamin Harrison. Pleasant also picks up.
·    After school care: Arrival at Y by MCS bus from George Washington & Benjamin Harrison or from Pleasant by Pleasant bus until 6:00 pm.
·   The Y provides separate programs on most school vacation days and snow days. The calendar / information for these days will be available in June, 2019.

For more information click here
SIGN UP FOR FALL PRESCHOOL
The Y has an ODJFS licensed preschool education program that will help your child prepare for kindergarten, gain social skills, be active and of course have fun.
Sept. 9, 2019 - May 15, 2020
One-Time Registration Fee: $30 per child, per school year
Register at the Y Service Center for the 2019– 2020 by simply paying the $30 registration fee. Preschool tuition is paid monthly and you may wait until the end of August to begin paying these monthly fees. Monthly fees are the total cost of the school-year spread over 9 months, so the fees are the same each month regardless of holidays or days off. Fees may be paid through an automatic bank draft or are due prior to the start of each month.
Swim Lessons for Children Age 4 & Younger (6 months)

The 4th Annual Fly High for Jaylynn Memorial Run donated the event's proceeds to the Y to subsidize a session of swimming lessons for children ages 4 & younger. Due to this generous donation, every child 4 & younger may have a session of lessons for just $5. For the Y’s summer swim lesson descriptions & sessions, click here . Thank you to the bikers and families involved in the Fly High for Jaylynn Memorial Run who are dedicated to helping Marion children be safe around water. Please  visit their page on Facebook  to learn more about this organization and their love for & dedication to the memory of Jaylynn Elizabeth-Kay Adamson. 
WORD FROM THERESA

Summer is my favorite time of year. I’ve probably written that here before, but I was reminded of why today. Today, I watched our day campers laugh and be silly with their counselors playing a game where they dump water on each other’s heads. Today, I spoke with a young person who was too distracted by her friends and the camp activities to have a conversation with me. Without camp, and a scholarship to attend, this youth would be isolated at home with no means to connect with kids or adults outside of her immediate family. Today, I said hello to several middle school age kids who have been coming to the Y nearly daily since school ended. Today, I looked at data and anecdotal stories of adult mentors and how they helped their mentees achieve goals and build assets.

At the Y this summer we are living the heart of our cause – to strengthen our community. We are helping youth experience achievement and belonging. We are connecting youth to adult mentors and role models. As each child moves closer to reaching their potential, we are strengthening our community.

Thank you for being a Y member and being part of strengthening our community.

  -Theresa Lubke, Executive Director