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Commit to Fit 2024: Register by January 31, 2024

Date and Time Jan 01 - Apr 14, 2024 Location New Canaan YMCA 564 South Avenue New Canaan, CT 06840 View Map Description Set yourself up with healthy habits that will last throughout the New Year! Sign up for Commit To…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - January 11, 2024

What's Happening at the Y Building Relationships School Vacation Camp (Grades K-6) Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 15, 2024 It's slumber party day at the Y! Come dressed in your favorite pajamas and slippers for a day of cool…

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Winter Middle School Programs, Spots Available!

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - January 4, 2024

What's Happening at the Y Dive Right In! Whirlwind Diving Beginner & Intermediate Programs Do you want to get a jump start on your summer club's diving team? Whirlwind Diving's Level 1 and 2 classes begin Monday, January 15! Level 1: Bronze…

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Summer Camp Priority Member Registration Begins January 3, 2024

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - December 28, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter December 28, 2023 What's Happening at the Y Best. Summer. Ever. Summer Camp 2024 Registration Priority member registration begins Wednesday, January 3 at 9:00 AM Registration will be available…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - December 21, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter December 21, 2023 What's Happening at the Y Holiday Hours of Operation Facility Update for December 24, 25, 31, & January 1 Christmas Eve, December 24: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM POOLS Forese…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - December 14, 2023

What's Happening at the Y Forese Pool Party A Special Event for New Canaan YMCA Members This Saturday, December 16 | 2:30-5:30 PM We're so excited to celebrate the reopening of our beloved Forese Family Pool Complex! Come make a…

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Online NCA Auction 2023

Online NCA Auction 2023 December 08, 2023 - December 17, 2023 12:00 pm 564 South Ave, New Canaan, CT 06840, USA Browse, Bid & Buy View Item Sign Up to Participate Register…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - December 7, 2023

What's Happening at the Y Zumba Party Group Exercise Special Event TOMORROW! Friday, December 8 - 5:30-6:30 PM Join us for a Zumba party led by its amazing instructors: Vicky, Nicole, Matt, and Marissa! Kick off your weekend with this…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - November 30, 2023

Bring Holiday Joy to a Child in Need Toys for Tots Drive December 1-15 The annual Toys for Tots drive is back at the Y! Run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve, Toys for Tots distributes toys to children whose parents cannot afford to buy…

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New Canaan YMCA Upcoming Events - December 2023

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - November 22, 2023

What's Happening at the Y Thanksgiving Schedules & Hours of Operation Facility Update for November 23-24 The Y will be closed for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, November 23 to allow our employees to enjoy the holiday with friends and…

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New Canaan YMCA Y Weekly E-Newsletter - November 16, 2023

Talk & Walk Fridays Group Walk Supporting Social Relationships Fridays, Beginning December 1 | 9:45-10:45 AM Join Melisa Pelikan, Y Wellness Nurse Coordinator, for Talk & Walk Fridays, a group walk designed to support your health and…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - October 26, 2023

What's Happening at the Y Fire Drill Keeping our Members Safe Friday, October 27 | 9:00 AM The Y will have a Fire Drill on Friday, October 27 at 9:00 AM. Fire Drills require complete evacuation of the building. For the safety of…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - October 19, 2023

What's Happening at the Y Reclaim the Ride Spinathon Benefitting the New Canaan LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Program Join us this Saturday, October 21 at 11AM for a very special, extra fun spin class! We will be riding in support of the New Canaan…

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New Canaan YMCA - Y-Ball Registration Available For Grades K-8

WHERE OUR COMMUNITY’S KIDS LEARN TEAMWORK AND SPORTSMANSHIP The New Canaan YMCA’s Youth Basketball (Y-Ball) league provides kids with the opportunity to develop skills and a love for the game of basketball. Y-Ball runs from November…

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New Canaan YMCA Y Weekly E-Newsletter - October 5, 2023

What's Happening at the Y Achieving Greatness Together Y-Ball Registration Currently Available for Grades K-8 Registration is currently available for Grades K-8! K-8th Grade Registration Ends: Friday, November 17* K-8th Grade Practices…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Facility Update

Forese Family Pool Scheduled to Reopen December 15 Dear members, I’m writing to provide an update on the status of our Forese Family Pool project. I am pleased to report that tremendous progress has been made. Our contractors have remained…

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New Canaan YMCA Y Weekly E-Newsletter September 21, 2023

What's Happening at the Y New Moves, New Music! Group Exercise Launch Party Save the Date! Saturday, September 23 Join us for our Group Exercise Launch Party featuring our Saturday class line-up with new choreography and music in our MOSSA…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - August 31, 2023

What's Happening at the Y Building Strength Together New Group Exercise Schedule Launching September 5 Thank you to everyone who completed our group exercise survey. We really enjoyed hearing your insight and requests. As a result of the feedback…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - August 24, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter August 24, 2023 What's Happening at the Y Calling All LemonAiders! Neighborhood LemondAid Stands for FAFU Camp is Over, but Summer Isn’t! Host a LemonAid Stand now through Labor Day to…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - August 17, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter August 17 2023 What's Happening at the Y Brand New Programs Launching This Fall! Fall Programs & Activities 2023 Youth Recreation Programs - Lunch Bunch (Ages 3-5) - The Dino Den (Ages…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - August 10, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter August 10, 2023 What's Happening at the Y Join the Fun This Fall! Fall Programs & Activities 2023 Registration begins Monday, August 14 at 9:00 AM Classes begin Wednesday, August 30.…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - August 3, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter August 3, 2023 What's Happening at the Y Fall Programs & Activities 2023 Registration Begins Monday, August 14 Set yourself up for registration success and make sure your membership account is…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter July 27, 2023

Remembering Nanette Morrison It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Nanette Morrison, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Nanette was a beloved New Canaan YMCA yoga instructor who touched the lives of so…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter July 20, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter July 20, 2023 What's Happening at the Y Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool Lessons Running Throughout the Summer Spots available for sessions 5-8, register today We are proud to…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - July 13, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter July 13, 2023 What's New at the Y Build Skills, Confidence, & Character Basketball Camp 2023 Begins on Monday, July 17. Register today! Join us for Basketball Camp at the Y this summer!…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - July 6, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter What's New at the Y Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool Lessons Running Throughout the Summer Spots available for sessions 3-8, register today! We are proud to partner with the New…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - June 29, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter June 29, 2023 What's New at the Y Summer Food Drive To Benefit the New Canaan Food Pantry Ends Tomorrow, June 30! Summer can be a difficult time for families who rely on school meal programs. Please…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly Newsletter - June 22, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter June 22, 2023 What's New at the Y Come Together at the Y This Summer! Summer Programs & Activities Begin Monday, June 26! Registration is currently available online and at the Front Desk. Youth…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - June 15, 2023

What's New at the Y Facility Schedule Updates Forese Family Pools Closed Now-November 1 Click here to stay up-to-date about the Forese Family Pools closure. Join us for a Swim! Valles Pool Adult Lap Swim, Therapy Swim, & Free Swim…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - June 8, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter June 8, 2023 What's New at the Y Build Skills, Confidence, & Character Basketball Camp 2023 Join us for Basketball Camp at the Y this summer! Offered in six, four-day sessions for ages…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - June 1, 2023

What's New at the Y Summer Food Drive To Benefit the New Canaan Food Pantry Saturday, June 3-Friday, June 30 Summer can be a difficult time for families who rely on school meal programs. Please consider donating non-perishable food items…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - May 25, 2023

What's New at the Y Memorial Day Hours of Operation Facility Update for Monday, May 29 The Y will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 29. For those that would like to squeeze in a workout or are looking for fun activities for kids and…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - May 18, 2023

What's New at the Y Get Ready Save Lives This Summer! Lifeguard Certification & Recertification Courses Lifeguard Certification Courses Option 1: - Dates: 6/3-6/4 - Times: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM (both days) - Fees: $450/member,…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - May 11, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter What's New at the Y Calling All LemonAiders! Neighborhood LemondAid Stands for FAFU Memorial Day-Labor Day Put your budding philanthropist's compassion into action by hosting a LemonAid stand this…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - May 4, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter What's New at the Y Group Exercise Schedule Update New Class Additions in the Mind Body Center Improve your mind-body connection with new pilates and yoga flow classes added to the schedule: Pilates…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - April 27, 2023

Reminder: Forese Family Pools Closure Facility Update for May 1-November 1 In partnership with the contractors who designed and installed the Forese Family pools, we have identified areas in need of repair and alterations to improve function,…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - April 20, 2023

What's New at the Y Valles Pool Update Facility Update for April 21-April 22 The Valles Pool will reopen on Saturday, April 22 and will operate a normal schedule. Due to the current Valles Pool closure, the Forese Family Pools will operate a…

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Kids Club On-Site Babysitting Reopens Monday, April 17!

Kids Club, formerly My Playroom, is our Y’s drop-in babysitting program available to our members while they use our facility. Our caring staff provides a safe environment for play, games, and arts and crafts. Kids Club is available for…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - April 13, 2023

What's New at the Y Kids Club On-Site Babysitting Reopens Monday, April 17! On-site Babysitting Service for New Canaan YMCA Members We're excited to announce that our beloved on-site babysitting service will resume on Monday, April 17! …

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - April 6, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter April 6, 2023 What's New at the Y Happy Spring! Good Friday & Easter Hours of Operation Good Friday, April 7: 5:30 AM-3:30 PM Click here to view up-to-date group exercise, gymnasium, and pool…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - March 30, 2023

Camp Y-Ki Group Interview Hiring Counselors & Leadership Positions for Summer 2023 Thursday, March 30; 6:30-8:00 PM Interested in becoming a counselor or holding a leadership position at Camp Y-Ki this summer? Join us for a group…

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New Canaan Community - Camp Y-Ki Group Interview: Thursday, March 30; 6:30-8:00 PM

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - March 23, 2023

What's Happening at the Y World Down Syndrome Day Celebration In Partnership with 21 Strong Sunday, March 26; 2:00-4:00 PM We are thrilled to host our 11th annual World Down Syndrome Day celebration at the New Canaan YMCA in partnership with 21…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - March 16, 2023

World Down Syndrome Day Celebration In Partnership with 21 Strong Sunday, March 26; 2:00-4:00 PM We are thrilled to host our 11th annual World Down Syndrome Day celebration at the New Canaan YMCA in partnership with 21 Strong. World Down…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - March 9, 2023

What's New at the Y Bouncing Bears Open Gym Returns! Available for Ages 4 and Under (Pre-K) We are excited to announce the return of Bouncing Bears Open Gym beginning Tuesday, March 21! Bouncing Bears Open Gym is free for New Canaan YMCA…

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Forese Family Pools Water Temperature

Due to an HVAC issue, the water temperature of the Forese Family Pools (Lap and Scooter) will be temporarily lower than normal. The issue is currently being resolved and we anticipate returning to our normal water temperatures by the end of the day…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - March 2, 2023

What's New at the Y Spring 2023 Programs & Activities Make Friends & Stay Active at the Y this Spring! Spring programs & activities begin Monday, March 6 Registration for spring programs and activities is currently available…

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New Canaan Community YMCA - Summer Youth Member Registration Begins March 1 At 9:00 AM

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - February 23, 2023

What's New at the Y Get Ready to Save Lives this Spring Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Courses Learn how to keep others safe in and out of the water through the American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, AED for the Professional Rescuer…

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New Canaan YMCA : Sponsors Needed: FAFU Child Sponsorship Program

The New Canaan YMCA’s FAFU Child Sponsorship Program provides individuals and families with the opportunity to make a lifesaving and life-changing difference in the life of a child at FAFU. The program is designed to sponsor students in fourth…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - February 16, 2023

New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter February 16, 2023 What's New at the Y Upcoming First Aid Certification Courses For Parents & Caregivers and Wilderness Enthusiasts It's not too late to join us for upcoming First Aid…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - February, 9 2023

Spring 2023 Programs & Activities Make Friends & Stay Active at the Y this Spring! Registration for spring programs and activities begins Monday, February 13 at 9:00 AM. Registration will be available online and at the Front Desk.…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - February, 2 2023

What's New at the Y Sponsor a Child, Change a Life! Facing the Future Child Sponsorship Program Sponsorship opportunities available beginning Monday, February 6! Since 2007, the New Canaan YMCA has proudly partnered with Facing the Future…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - January 26, 2023

What's New at the Y Heart Health: Heart & Cardiovascular System Response to Stress and Anxiety Stamford Health Lecture Series In honor of February's American Heart Month, join Dr. Sandhya Dhruvakumar, Director of Electrophysiology at…

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New Canaan Community YMCA New Updates - January 20, 2023

We’re thrilled to share some exciting updates throughout our Y. With more classes, upgraded equipment, new community initiatives, and a greener facility, 2023 is shaping up to be the best year ever to belong to the Y…and stay tuned,…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - January 19, 2023

ForeverWell Lunch & Learn Health & Wellness Trivia We're kicking off the new year with a fun discussion and trivia questionnaire hosted by our Wellness Department! Come join the fun and test your health IQ; and enjoy food, prizes, and…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - January 12, 2022

What's New at the Y Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Community Building Activity Presented by Stand Together Against Racism (S.T.A.R.) Monday, January 16; 2:00-4:00 PM Location: Wagner Room Gather for reflection and fun in Martin Luther…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - January 5, 2023

What's New at the Y EB222 Grand Opening in Dante's Café Coffee, Smoothies, Salads, Sandwiches, Snacks & More! We are extremely excited to announce the grand opening of EB222 in Dante's Café! Join us on Friday, January 6 at…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - December 29, 2022

What's New at the Y Best. Summer. Ever. Summer Camp 2023 Registration Registration for Year-Round Members Begins: Tuesday, January 3 at 9:00 AM Registration for Summer Youth Members Begins: Wednesday, March 1 at 9:00 AM Whether it's…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - December 15, 2022

What's New at the Y Giving Tree Donations 2022 Annual Support Campaign The Y is where our community comes together to support each other. Thanks to donations, our Y provides $250,000 in financial assistance each year supporting anyone in our…

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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - December 1, 2022

What's New at the Y Toys for Tots Holiday Gifts for Kids in Need Thursday, December 1-December 15 Our Y is once again a proud drop-off location for Toys for Tots. Drop off a new, unwrapped toy and help provide a local child in need with a nice…

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