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Current News
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YMCA hosts exercise program for individuals living with Parkinson's Disease
March 16, 2010
Program takes place at West Bay Family YMCA in North Kingstown.
Hurd Auto Mall Celebrates 75 Years by Supporting YMCA
March 12, 2010
"Passing the Hat" campaign gives back to the YMCA.
Newman Y Receives Reeve Foundation Grant
February 19, 2010
Reeve Foundation supports programs and equipment for people living with disabilities.
YMCA Reaches Out to Haiti
February 1, 2010
Donation will help rebuild Port-au-Prince YMCA
YMCA Helps Shape Up RI!
January 28, 2010
Partnership promotes healthy lifestyles for Rhode Islanders.
Start the New Year the Healthy Way at the YMCA
December 28, 2009
Check out all the fun excitement at your local Y on New Year's Day.
National Family Week is November 22-28
November 16, 2009
Connections Count: Strong connections make strong families
Lights On Afterschool Celebration is October 22
October 16, 2009
YMCA celebrates Full Service Community Schools afterschool programs.
LIVESTRONG Day recognizes cancer survivors
September 28, 2009
YMCA hosts celebration at Roger Williams Park this Friday.
My Y is Every Y extends your membership to Massachusetts
August 31, 2009
Your Y membership is now good in Rhode Island AND Massachusetts.
YMCA offers Community Flu Clinics this fall
August 31, 2009
Flu sites immunize the whole family at the Y.
Cancer Program Receives National Award
August 11, 2009
Families Count Award given to LIVESTRONG cancer survivor programs.
Pepsi Awards Grants to 7 Local YMCAs
June 3, 2009
Grants will support health & wellness programs throughout the area.
RI Department of Elderly Affairs Offers Grants for Seniors
April 30, 2009
Program offers camp scholarships for children of senior caregivers.
Cox Charities Awards Grant for YMCA Afterschool Programs
April 29, 2009
Grant from Cox supports expanded afterschool programs in West Warwick.
Healthy Kids Day is April 18. Put Play in Your Day!
April 6, 2009
Stop by your local Y for a free, fun-filled day of healthy activities for the whole family.
Splash Into Water Safety at Your Local YMCA
April 6, 2009
Splash water safety programs are April 13-17. Is your family ready for summer?
Amica Insurance Sponsors Splash Week at Local YMCAs
March 10, 2009
Water safety for children and families is focus of activities across the state.