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8th Annual Strong Kids Fundraising Dinner, April 30. Join the entire Y community for a gala evening of celebration at the Ken & Alta Thiel Strong Kids Fundraising Dinner, Wednesday April 30 at the Northbrook Hilton. Enjoy fabulous food, bid on terrific live and silent auctions, play along with exciting games, and support the Y’s Strong Kids Financial Assistance Program. Click here to order your tickets, visit http://nsymca.org/y/give/strong-kids-dinner. To make an auction donation, contact Barb Flanagin, bflanagin@nsymca.org.
Party at the Y! The Y is the perfect place for your next special event. We have the facilities and expertise to make your event fun for everyone. Birthday Parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate Parties/Meetings, Reunions – the Y has party packages to fit any need. Contact Margie Heisler, mheisler@nsymca.org or 847 272 7250.
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Kindergarten Club now registering students for next fall – sign up by May 1 to lock in current rates! Do you have a child in half-day kindergarten? Enrich their experience with the Y’s Kindergarten Club extension program! Kindergarten Club creates a fun, full-day experience to support your child’s social and academic development. Afternoon sessions are available, including transportation to/from public schools in Northbrook as well as St. Norbert’s. Hot lunches, snacks, and even swim lessons are all included! Also, check out Y-Time, the NSYMCA’s afterschool program for grades K-5. For information, contact Shannon Cartier, scartier@nsymca.org, 847 272 7250 x. 1246.
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Community Gallery Presents Art by Linda Lee Goldman.The exhibitor for April in the Y's Community Gallery is Northbrook artist and art therapist Linda Lee Goldman M.Ed., A.T.R., BC. The show features a variety of different art styles including realistic portraits, landscapes, flowers and abstract assemblage. Her work will be on display throughout April.
“Playing to Win: Raising Healthy, Competitive Children.” NCDAA is pleased to support Family Action Network’s outstanding Speaker Series, presenting expert speakers in free community forums. The next speaker will be author and Harvard professor Hilary Levey Friedman, Ph.D. on Wednesday, April 23, 7:00pm, at Attea Middle School, 2500 Chestnut in Glenview. For more information, visit www.familyactionnetwork.net.
Family Movie Night: “The Nut Job” April 25. Join your friends this Friday for a fun, free family movie at the Y! Bring a pillow and a blanket – we supply the popcorn. This month’s movie is “The Nut Job.” Showtime is at 6:30pm.
Summer Camps are Filling Up Fast! The Y offers a wide variety top-quality day camps to satisfy every need. Check out the Camp Guide on the Y website, www.nsymca.org, and register now to secure your spots. Contact Camp Registrar Kathy Fielding, kfielding@nsymca.org, for more information.
Learn to Swim Now for Summer Fun and Safety! Water safety is crucial during the summer, and the Y has been teaching kids to swim for over a century. Our progressive curriculum builds confidence, independence and skills for all ages. Visit http://nsymca.org/y/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons today to view the NSYMCA’s full schedule of swim lessons and to register online.
Free Fitness Assessment for Members. Schedule your free fitness assessment today with a member of our health and wellness team! When you complete your assessment, you will receive a free Y towel and assistance identifying your healthy lifestyle goals. Contact Megan Vazquez, mvazquez@nsymca.org, for more information.
Small Group Training Classes. Take your fitness training to the next level in small groups that boost your skills and intensity! The Y offers groups for TRX, Tabata, boxing, and more. Check out the Program Guide at www.nsymca.org or contact Marlo Leaman, mleaman@nsymca.org for schedule and fee information.
Women’s Self Defense Class. This spring, learn practical self defense skills in a safe, comfortable environment. This multi-faceted class is part cardio workout, part self-defense techniques, part mental preparedness and strategies to keep you safe. All abilities welcome. For schedules and registration information, visit the Martial Arts page of the Program Guide at www.nsymca.org.
Save the Date for Taste of Asia. The Northbrook Community Relations Commission will present its annual Taste of Asia festival at the North Suburban Y on Sunday, May 18 from 12:30 to 4:00pm. Delicious food, eclectic art, and exciting live music and dance performances make this a day to remember! Free admission open to all. For detailed event information, contact the Northbrook CRC at 847 664 4417.
Free Yoga! All of the Y’s popular mind-body classes are now FREE for members! Yoga nurtures the body and uplifts the spirit like nothing else. To take advantage of this opportunity, become a member today. Contact Margo Leaman, mleaman@nsymca.org, for more information.
Kids Ride to the Y. Simplify your life – let the Y Bus pick up your kids after school and bring them to their Y classes! Transportation is available for a small fee from elementary and middle schools in Northbrook and Glenview. Contact Shannon Cartier at scartier@nsymca.org for more information.
Basketball/Volleyball Private Lessons. Hoping to jumpstart a new sport, or focus on perfecting your skills? The Y offers private basketball and volleyball lessons for all ages to deliver customized coaching in a comfortable setting. Contact Carol Sassorossi, csassorossi@nsymca.org, for more information.
Exercise Connection, a leader in physical fitness training for individuals with special needs, now offers a fitness course for youth and adults with autism spectrum disorders at the North Suburban Y. Classes focus on core skills including body image, posture, motor coordination, muscular fitness and cardiovascular fitness. Northbrook resident and Director in Training for the Exercise Connection, Laura Fine will lead the class. Class size is limited and one-on-one aide support is available. See the Program Guide at www.nsymca.org for registration information.
Ready for a Break? The Y is proud to offer professional massage services from Align Wellness Center. Appointments are available for 25 minute or 55 minute sessions in our comfortable Health Center, adjacent to our adult locker rooms. Sign up for appointments at the Y front desk. Y members also qualify for Value Added Partner discounts on massages at Align’s office in Northbrook. Visit www.nsymca.org for more information and pricing.
Parents, please note: non-member guests under the age of 18 must have a signed waiver on file to use YMCA facilities. Please stop by the front desk for more information. Also, unattended children under age 10 are not permitted in the building.
Looking for a great way to participate in the Y community? We are always in need of volunteers! Openings are available for coaches, child care assistants, office assistants, and special events. Contact Carol Sassorossi at csassorossi@nsymca.org for more information.
