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DID YOU KNOW? you can register online! Program registration stays open online until the program starts. Some special programs, like leagues, close online early to give us time to set up rosters. If you forget your password, give us a call in the office, and we can reset it for you. 860.521.5830

The YMCA's Before & After School program is licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health. We offer quality care for elementary-aged children, in a safe, secure environment. We offer a curriculum that appeals to kids while teaching confidence, encouraging self-expression and enriching social development—all under the watchful eyes of trained and caring staff. For more information, please contact Cheryl Swett at 860.462.6209 or cheryl.swett@ghmyca.org.

Webb, Hanmer, Charles Wright, Highcrest & Emerson

No classes on 10/31, 11/23 &

11/24!

EDUCATE

INSPIRE STEP INTO THE future of learning

Sessions I & II

Location: Tri-Town YMCA, 1321 Silas Deane Highway

Ages: 2-4 years old

Time: 9:30am-11:30am or 12:00-2:00pm

Fee: $100/per daily theme

Meets once each week for seven weeks

The enrichment program focuses on skill development in the areas of literacy, music, art, math and science. Each day the children will focus on a riveting adventure to light sparks and find passions. You may sign up for one or more themed days. Each class meets once per week for a total of 7 classes. For more information, please contact Cheryl Swett at 860.462.6209 or cheryl.swett@ghymca.og

YMCA BEFORE & AFTER school program Serving Kids in all Wethersfield Public Schools

AN

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MONDAY—adventures through reading

TUESDAY—let’s move with music

WEDNESDAY—art adventures

THURSDAY—abc/123

FRIDAY—let’s pretend

Explore beginners math

Learn shapes & numbers

Learn & practice the ABCs

Explore “Which is bigger?”

Fall into nature!

Use your imagination

Make believe

Creative free play

Improve fine motor skills

Cognitive artwork

Take home projects

Don’t forget your smock!

Practice listening skills

Learn rhythm and melody

Play fun instruments

Explore different sounds

Get lost in adventure

Listen to and tell stories

Meet new characters

Build confidence

SCHEDULE

Mon-Fri

AM

$321

PM

$418

AM/PM

$587

3 Day option $245 $342 $423

Registration is open!

HOURS: Before school program begins at 7:00am and ends when school starts. After School program begins at school dismissal and ends at 6:00pm.

MONTHLY PROGRAM RATES:

For more information about our Leaders Club or Youth & Government, contact Cheryl Swett, Child Development Director, at 860.521.5830 OR cheryl.swett@ghymca.org

TEEN programs LEADERS CLUB

Leaders Club helps develop youth as leaders while fostering a culture of service. With adult advisors, teens have role models and mentors who can have a positive impact on their lives as they grow in their desire and ability to be a positive force in the community.

YOUTH & GOVERNMENT

Youth & Government is a YMCA program in the United States that allows high school students to serve in model governments at the local, state, national and international levels.

DID YOU KNOW?

Our sessions always start on a Monday, but keep in mind your program might start on a different day of the week. YMCA instructional classes are six weeks in duration. However, each program cycle (not including summer sessions) includes a “bonus” seventh week, which may be used for additional instruction time or as a make up for a cancelled class. Our Sports Leagues always run for seven weeks.

PROGRAM REFUND POLICY If the YMCA must cancel a program that cannot be made up, a credit/refund of the program fee will be issued to you. Withdrawal from programs for a full refund/credit must be submitted in writing prior to the second class. After the second class of a program, refunds/credits for unused portions are only provided for medical reasons with a doctor’s note. All deposits for the purpose of securing a spot in a program are non-refundable.

Programs

FALL SESSION 1: September 11th—October 29th

FALL SESSION 2: October 30th—December 17th

REGISTRATION ONLINE BEGINS: August 14th

KIDS’ night out

Location: Tri-Town YMCA, 1321 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield Ages 5-12yrs old Time: 6:00-9:00 pm Fees: $20/child $5/second child

Dates: September 15th October 20th November 17th December 15th

Dates: November 7th and December 26th-29th

When school is out for vacation, the YMCA offers a fun filled, full-day program . The YMCA provides a variety of theme-based activities, games, sports, arts & crafts, and occasional field trips. Please provide a nutritious lunch and drink.

HELPING SURVIVORS REDISCOVER THEIR INNER ATHLETE!

Free 12-WEEK program in West Hartford

Offers survivors guidance and support

Feel physically/emotionally strong again

Work on goals such as: - building muscle mass/strength - increasing flexibility - improving confidence

MAKE A donation There are so many ways to support this great charity all year long. To help support youth programming and access to camp for kids in our community, contact josue.irizarry@ghymca.org

For more information, contact Josue Irizarry, Executive Director at 860.521.5830 OR josue.irizarry@ghymca.org

Greater Hartford YMCA Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Tournament Save the date! The tournament is held on January 13-15th, 2018 for grades 4-8. There are girls’ and boys’ teams, but coed teams

are welcome! Level is moderately competitive. Three games guaranteed with awards to all first place teams. Teams wear their own

uniforms. All championship games are held at the Wilson-Gray YMCA in Hartford. Some preliminary games may be held at alternative

locations. The tournament benefits the YMCA Annual Campaign. Contact Thomas Faeth at thomas.faeth@ghymca.org to register!

KIDS CHASE RACES - FREE T-shirt for all registrations! ROOKIES - Field course for Ages 5-12!

*NEW* CHAMPS - 1 Mile course for Ages 8-15!

Race day: Saturday, September 30th 2017

Location: Camp Chase YMCA in Burlington, Connecticut

For more information to register call 860.653.5524 or go to ghyCHASERACE.org

BIRTHDAY parties

Location: Tri-Town YMCA, 1321 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield

Includes 60 minutes of YMCA staff-run activities and 30 minutes in the party room. Additional time may be purchased. For more information and pricing, please call 860.521.5830.

financial assistance The Y offers programs and services designed to benefit people of all incomes and backgrounds. The Y uses contributed funds from the ANNUAL CAMPAIGN to ensure those unable to pay the stated fee are able to participate. If fees are a concern, please contact us 860-521-5830.

Enjoy a night out while your kids spend an evening at the YMCA. There will be games, music, movies, and crafts. Food will be provided.

For more information about our child development

programs, please contact Cheryl Swett at 860.462.6209 or

cheryl.swett@ghymca.org.

VACATION camp Location: Hanmer Elementary School (unless stated otherwise) Grades: K-6 Time: 7:00am—6:00pm Fee: $50/day