Wednesday, April 24, 2013
The April 27 event aims to help kids exercise bodies and minds.
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Wednesday, April 24
On Saturday, April 27, the Abington YMCA will hold Healthy Kids Day, a free community event that encourages kids in the Abington community to get moving and learning, as well as their families. Healthy Kids Day is the YMCA’s national initiative to improve families’ health and well-being and is meant to kick-start healthier behaviors now and throughout the summer. The event takes place at 1,900 YMCAs. The Abington YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features active play and educational activities, such as arts and crafts, a sports obstacle course, reading activities from the local library, and safety tips from the Abington Fire Police departments. Many U.S. children do not get the daily-recommended hours of …
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Friday, February 8, 2013
New course allows those with disabilities to learn to defend themselves with martial arts.
It doesn't matter if you are in a wheelchair, walk with a cane, or even have an amputated limb. The Adaptive Martial Arts program offered at the YMCA in Abington can still teach self defense. According to an article in the Times Chronicle, the new program which began in September offers a free class for those that are members or not. Kenpo Martial Arts instructor Kenn Perry and Willow Foundation for Adaptive Martial Arts Chris Genell teach the course, which is open to those of all ages with any kind of disability. Perry was diagnosed with Polio at age 3, and teaches the class from his wheelchair. The free class is held Sundays in Studio A at 11:30 a.m., said Abington YMCA Special needs coordinator Michelle McGuire to the Chronicle. Those …
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Philadelphia YMCA and Freedom Valley YMCA will merge Jan. 1
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Information from the Philadelphia & Vicinity YMCA: The YMCA of Philadelphia and the Freedom Valley YMCA completed the final phase in their merger process, with a member approval to proceed with uniting the two organizations to form the Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA, effective Jan. 1, 2013. The approval was ratified by members of both organizations on Thursday, Nov. 15. With this ratification the newly formed Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA will be one of the largest YMCA Association in the country, with 15 branch locations, located throughout Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, serving nearly 140,000 members. "Both the YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity and the Freedom Valley YMCA have exceptional history and tradition of …
The Abington YMCA’s annual Thanksgiving-morning race brings in thousands of dollars for the YMCA’s Annual Campaign
The Abington YMCA is celebrating its tenth annual Gobble Wobble 5K run and 2-mile walk on Thanksgiving at 9 a.m. The USA Track and Field-certified 5K and walk will bring more than 2,000 walkers, runners and joggers to the area. Check out the map of the race on the USATF.org website here. In addition to clogging the streets for the morning, and giving participants a way to burn some calories before their feast, the Gobble Wobble will raise money for the YMCA’s financial assistance program. Abington YMCA marketing and communication director (and Gobble Wobble run director) Beth Kenas said last year that the Abington YMCA doled out hundreds of thousands of dollars in assistance for memberships, childcare and summer camp. Kenas said that …
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
Here are five things Abington residents should know today.
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
The Abington and Ambler YMCAs will offer their facilities to those in need – membership or not.
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Update: The Abington YMCA will also offer its facilities to needy residents on Thursday, Nov. 1. -- The YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity said this morning that the Abington YMCA and Ambler Area YMCA will open their doors to local community members who have lost power and may be in need of assistance in the coming hours. Both YMCAs invite youth, adults and families to utilize their facilities for taking warm showers and charging electronic equipment. “We know that many of our friends and neighbors have been impacted by Hurricane Sandy and we want to make sure we can assist them during this time of need,” John Flynn, President and CEO of the YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity said. “We encourage anyone that needs to charge any electronics…
Friday, September 21, 2012
Giroud Tree and Lawn donates much-needed tree service to the Abington YMCA.
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Friday, September 21, 2012
The Abington YMCA parking area and neighboring homes are now safer thanks to a $1,000 grant from Giroud Tree and Lawn. The grant is part of the landscaper's Treework for Charity program. “Safety was the top priority for Giroud’s grant,” Giroud arborist Rob Nagy said. “A hazardous locust tree, located on a sharp slope along the border of the YMCA parking area, had a shallow root system that was at high risk for toppling. Tree removal was required to protect the safety of neighboring homes and the YMCA members using the parking area.” See the video. “The well-being of our members, staff and neighbors is a priority for us,” YMCA Associate Executive Director Missy DiMassa said. “Giroud’s donation helps to ensure that people who utilize and …
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Sunday, July 29, 2012
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Sunday, July 29, 2012
At its annual meeting, the YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity named Lou Riggs as the Abington YMCA Volunteer of the Year. John Flynn, Ceo and President of the YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity said Riggs was named “for his steadfast service and commitment to the Y.” For more than 40 years, Riggs and his wife Penny have volunteered their time to the Abington YMCA community. Riggs is a past president of the YMCA board and led several committees such as the Golf and the Annual Strong Kids Campaign. Riggs was also instrumental in garnering donations and publicity for the Abington YMCA. -- Information and photo courtesy of Brienne Ryan/YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity
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Tuesday, July 24, 2012
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Tuesday, July 24, 2012
The Abington, Hatboro and Ambler Area YMCAs are hosting a barbeque for people in their Active Older Adults program Wednesday at Alverthorpe Park from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. At the event, the active older adults will participate in fitness demonstrations, bingo and dancing. More than 200 members are expected to attend. For more information on the Abington YMCA's Active Adults Program, click here. -- Information courtesy of Brienne Ryan/YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
The Abington YMCA named Bill Hicks as its 2011 Employee of the Year. Hicks was honored at the YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity’s Employee Recognition Luncheon Jan. 17. Hicks has been a part of the Abington YMCA’s maintenance department for more than two years. He is responsible for keeping the Abington Y running smoothly — from making sure every room is spotless and sparkling to assisting with large expansions for the Y. “Hicks leads the rest of the maintenance department with kindness and respect, and overall he represents the values the YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity stands for each day,” Bruce Appel, facilities and active older adults coordinator for the Abington Y, said. Pictured, from left, are Tom Bender, chair of the …
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jean fitzgerald
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