What has impressed me the most about the Y staff is their willingness to help each other out and to work as a team to provide rewarding experiences to our members.

Children that are exposed to books at a young age have better vocabulary, pay attention and concentrate better, have higher literacy and are better prepared for kindergarten.

We are so blessed to have a large variety of local fruit stands, fall fests, craft shows, etc. in our neighboring communities.

The issues that the Y faced in the late 19th century aren’t so very different from those we have faced so far in the 21st century.

As we work with objects, people or places in specific singular ways to complete tasks we begin to block our minds from realizing the full potential of those objects, people or places.

We all work hard during the year. We all EARN our vacation days. We should all USE those vacation days.

Surrounding yourself with positive thoughts, words and actions is exactly what you need when you want the most out of yourself.

Even if something tastes good for a moment, it’s just not worth feeling horrible for hours afterward.

You do not need to spend an hour and a half in the gym (most of which is probably done working out your jaw or taking breaks) if you work out smarter and more efficient.

Check out this list of fun summer activities to do all summer!

Ticks are now seen more commonly in our backyards, gardens and fields, where before they were mainly in the woods and forest-like settings found in the outdoors.

We want every kid to have the same opportunities to learn, grow and thrive, and so we work very hard to make sure that our programs and services are available to all, regardless of the ability to pay.

As Camping Services Director here at the Y and as a parent, it’s sort of scary to me to think that nature isn’t part of the daily routine for students of all ages, or for younger adults and parents as well.

There are so many positives that come with being outside and enjoying the sunshine, especially for little ones.

When we have no opposing habit formed, and we have a strong intention of making a change, we have a very high likelihood of turning that action into a habit.