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June’s the Best Time to Join! Just announced – become a Y member in June and pay no joiner’s fee! Enjoy all the benefits of Y membership and a savings of up to $100. For more information, call 847 272 7250 or contact Membership Director Sari Glazebrook, sglazebrook@nsymca.org
Y Summer Classes Start June 8 -- General Registration Open Now. The North Suburban Y’s Summer Program Guide is full of classes to keep the whole family busy and active. Visit www.nsymca.org to view the Program Guide and register online. Classes start June 8.
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Summer Camps are Filling Up Fast! Parent Meeting June 5. The Y offers a wide variety top-quality day camps to satisfy every need. Some weeks are already filled; register NOW to secure your spots! Parents should plan to attend an important informational meeting at the Y on Thursday, June 5 at 6:00pm. Check out the Camp Guide on the Y website, www.nsymca.org. Contact Camp Registrar Kathy Fielding, kfielding@nsymca.org, for more information.
NSSOD Dance Recital, June 8. Students from the Y’s North Suburban School of Dance present their annual recitals at the Sheely Center for the Performing Arts at Glenbrook High School on Sunday, June 8. Dancers in grades pre-K through 2 perform at noon, and grades 3 through adult perform at 4:00pm. Admission is free with open seating. Glenbrook North is located at 2300 Shermer Road in Northbrook. For recital information, contact Shannon Parry, sparry@nsymca.org.
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Rock Band Mini Camp. The Christopher Laughlin School of Music presents a full day mini camp at the Y this summer, open to guitarists, bassists, drummers, keyboardists and vocalists ages 10- 15. Campers will be grouped into bands and work with one instructor on the fundamentals of playing in a rock band. The camp will be offered in two one-week sessions in June. For more information, visit www.nsymca.org.
Community Gallery for June. Be sure to stop by and see the new Community Gallery art show by local students Mason Geick and Brooke Ogierman. Their paintings will be on display through the month of June, with a “meet the artist” public reception scheduled for Wednesday, June 11 at 6:00 at 8:00pm. Paintings are available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the YMCA. For more information about the Y’s Community Gallery program, contact Cathie Winnie, cwinnie@nsymca.org.
NSYMCA Adventure Guides Upcoming Events. Adventure Guides offers loads of opportunities for dads to make special memories with their kids. Upcoming events include a Lakeshore Expedition at Camp Duncan on June 7-8. For complete Adventure Guides information, contact Don Enger, denger@nsymca.org..
CPR Class, June 7. Be a lifesaver! The Y offers comprehensive CPR training. Contact Don Enger, denger@nsymca.org for more information.
YMCA “Movies Under the Stars” Starts June 14. Enjoy a new summer tradition at the Y – outdoor family movies on our spacious lawn! Bring out your chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets for a fun Saturday evening with friends and neighbors. Our first movie, on June 14, will be “The Goonies.” Come around 7pm to get a good spot! For more info, call 847 272 7250.
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 Ashley Almdale at aalmdale@nsymca.org or 847 272 7250.
Kindergarten Club registration open for Fall 2014. 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.
Bring in a Friend, Enjoy the Savings! For a limited time, members who refer a new member can receive a free month’s membership. Restrictions may apply. Visit the front desk for details or contact Membership Director Sari Glazebrook, sglazebrook@nsymca.org.
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. Click here http://nsymca.org/y/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons 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. 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.
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.
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.
