Summit Area YMCA

Summit Area YMCA’s Annual Celebration
2024-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Primavera Regency, 1080 Valley Rd, Stirling, New Jersey, 07980, United States
Join us for the Summit Area YMCA’s Annual Celebration, a night dedicated to community, achievement, and shared goals. This special event is set to unfold at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, at the elegant Primavera Regency in Stirling. It’s an evening where we come together to honor the incredible individuals and organizations that have made a significant impact in our community.

Event Highlights:

Honoring Excellence: We are thrilled to celebrate this year’s remarkable honorees:

Phyllis Sank, the esteemed recipient of the 2024 Shuart Reed Award, recognized for her exceptional commitment and contributions to our community’s betterment.

The Summit Elks Lodge, awarded the 2024 Community Partnership Award for their exemplary role in collaborating with the YMCA to foster opportunities for growth, learning, and thriving within our community.

Dinner and Drinks: Enjoy a delightful evening filled with exquisite dining and a selection of fine beverages, set against the backdrop of the Primavera Regency’s stunning ambiance.

Dress Code: We encourage you to dress in business casual or cocktail attire, embracing the spirit of celebration and community fellowship.

This event is not just a ceremony but a reflection of what we can achieve together. It’s an opportunity to witness firsthand the profound impact of collective efforts in our community.

RSVP: Kindly confirm your attendance by Wednesday, April 10, to ensure your place at this memorable gathering.

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We look forward to celebrating our shared accomplishments and looking forward to the future with optimism and renewed commitment. Join us in making this Annual Celebration a significant mark on our journey towards a better, more inclusive community.

Earth Day
2024-04-22 00:00 | New Jersey
On Earth Day, demonstrate social and environmental responsibility
by promoting your Y’s green initiatives. Connect youth to
environmental camps and programs that support a healthy
environment.

National Volunteer Week
2024-04-21 00:00 - 2024-04-27 23:59 | New Jersey
As a volunteer-led organization, we want to thank everyone who generously donates their time to make the Summit Area YMCA what it is for our community!

Five Days of Action
2024-04-21 00:00 - 2024-04-27 00:00 | New Jersey

Earth Day
2024-04-13 00:00 | New Jersey
Clean up Village Green in Summit

National Library Week
2024-04-07 00:00 - 2024-04-13 00:00 | New Jersey
National Library Week is a week-long celebration highlighting the importance of libraries inencouraging people to read.

World Health Day
2024-04-07 00:00 | New Jersey
It is celebrated annually and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over
the world.

American Diabetes Association Alert Day
2024-03-26 00:00 | New Jersey

Holi
2024-03-25 12:00 | New Jersey
A spring festival in India and Nepal dedicated to the god of pleasure,also known as the festival of colors or the festival of sharing love. Check back for details about the Summit Area YMCA’s celebration of Holi!

American Red Cross Blood Drive
2024-03-24 09:00 | New Jersey
Summit Y 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

BLOCKTASTIC STEM MONTH CELEBRATION
2024-03-17 15:00 - 17:00 | New Jersey
A COMPETITION FULL OF LEARNING, TEAMWORK, AND FUN

Prepare yourself for an exhilarating STEM Month Celebration, where budding engineers, scientists, and coding enthusiasts grades 5-7 venture into a realm of education and excitement!

Children will engage in 3 rotating stations of the span of 2 hours, with the following events:

(1) Sail Car – Understand the principle of converting wind power into motion. Each team must collaborate to create a sail car and complete the checkpoint task.

(2) Cliff-Hanging Horse – Create a horse using 2cm granular building blocks, then use cotton thread to bind a self-adjusted weight. Make the horse move towards the table without falling; passing is achieved if it stays within 2cm from the table edge.

(3) Catapult – Create a catapult using 2cm granular building blocks and challenge to launch it for basket to catch.

There will then be a final competition, where the young engineers stay in their teams and create a programmed robot!

These activities are more than just learning; they’re about having fun while picking up new skills. Engaging in building block exercises boosts your creativity and problem-solving abilities, as you create fascinating structures.

Students will learn from experienced scouts from Troop 67 on how to build, program and operate robots. They then have the opportunity to showcase their newfound knowledge in the ultimate competition.

Registration opens on February 24, 2024. Don’t miss out! It all takes place at the Summit YMCA at 67 Maple Street in Summit, NJ.

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ESPORTS TOURNAMENT DAY
2024-03-16 12:00 - 16:00 | New Jersey
Game On: Drop into the SAY Esports Tournament!

Prepare yourself for a thrilling day packed with an exhilarating esports tournament! There are numerous game choices available at select times, so you can show up when your game is at center stage.

The best part? Glorious prizes await the champions! Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Check out the gaming agenda below:

12:00 – 1:30 PM Fortnite (PC, Xbox & PS5)

1:00 – 2:00 PM Street Fighter (PS5)

1:00 – 2:30 PM Super Smash Bros Ultimate (Nintendo Switch)

2:30 – 3:30 PM Mario Kart (Nintendo Switch)

3:00 – 4:00 PM Nintendo Switch Bowling (Nintendo Switch)

Get ready to immerse yourself in this ultimate gaming showdown! It all takes place at the Summit YMCA at 67 Maple Street in Summit, NJ.

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Pi Day
2024-03-14 00:00 | New Jersey
Pi Day is celebrated on March 14 (3.14). Pi is used in mathematics
to represent a constant—the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter
—which is approximately 3.14159. Use this day to talk about your STEM programs.

International Women’s Day
2024-03-08 00:00 | New Jersey
International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating women’s achievements across
domains. Accordingly, campaigns usually center around the causes of women’s
empowerment. In addition, it is a great opportunity for women-centric brands to stand
for the cause

YOGA WITH ESSENTIAL OILS
2024-03-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Summit YMCA, 67 Maple Street, Summit, New Jersey, 07901, United States
Discover the Power of Essential Oils with Deepti

Concentrated extracts from plants, known as essential oils, offer numerous healing benefits. Across the globe, individuals have relied on these oils for centuries to alleviate stress, combat infections, enhance mood, and fortify immunity through natural means. Explore the world of essential oils, relax, and rejuvenate in the upcoming Spring Detox Essential Oils workshop led by Deepti. Join us for an informative and soothing experience.

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Employee Appreciation Day
2024-03-03 00:00 | New Jersey
For many businesses, Employee Appreciation Day is a good way for brands to share
the stories of their employees. Further, it is an opportunity to increase awareness
around their employer’s support programs.

Read Across America Day
2024-03-02 00:00 | New Jersey
On Read Across America Day, build awareness of the benefits reading can
have on youth development; share ways to make reading fun!

National Women's History Month
2024-03-01 00:00 - 2024-03-31 00:00 | New Jersey
Elevate the Y’s commitment to diversity and inclusion by celebrating
the contributions and achievements, and recognizing and uplifting the
struggles of women in the Movement and in our communities.

We Wear Black
2024-02-23 00:00 | New Jersey
YMCAs across the country commit to being an anti-racist organization and honor Black
History Month in a show of solidarity by wearing black on February 24. This is a great
opportunity to get both your staff and members involved in the diversity, equity and
inclusion work within your Y.

World Day of Social Justice
2024-02-20 00:00 | New Jersey
U.N. day to recognize efforts to achieve fair outcomes for all through employment,
social protection, social dialogue, and fundamental principles and rights at work.

Presidents' Day
2024-02-19 00:00 | New Jersey
Presidents’ Day is a good time to promote youth education, civic engagement and
leadership programs for kids and teens.

Valentine's Day
2024-02-14 00:00 | New Jersey
Celebrates the idea of romantic love.

National Advocacy Days
2024-02-11 00:00 - 2024-02-14 00:00 | New Jersey
National Advocacy Days bring Y leaders from across the country to Washington, DC,
where they learn about Y-USA’s legislative priorities, gain a deeper understanding of
what it means to be a Y advocate and meet with their elected officials to discuss important
issues to Ys and the communities they serve.

World Cancer Day
2024-02-04 00:00 | New Jersey
The day is dedicated to raising awareness about cancer and its prevention.
Particularly, brands in health and pharma can fund relevant themes to
associate with this day.

National Cancer Prevention Month
2024-02-01 00:00 | New Jersey
According to research, more than 40 percent of all cancers diagnosed can be linked to
preventable causes—with one of those causes being physical inactivity. Use this
opportunity to share the importance of being active at any age, while sharing other
healthy living tips.

American Heart month
2024-02-01 00:00 | New Jersey
Use American Heart Month to educate your members on simple,
heart-healthy habits and encourage them to get a blood pressure screening

Black History Month
2024-02-01 00:00 | New Jersey
“Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week, now African American History Month,
while residing at the Wabash YMCA during the 1910s. Elevate the Y’s commitment to
diversity and inclusion by celebrating the contributions and achievements, and recognizing
and uplifting the struggles of Black/African American individuals and communities.”

National Compliment Day
2024-01-22 00:00 | New Jersey

Chinese New Year
2024-01-22 00:00 | New Jersey
lunar new Year celebration will be on Freb. 3 at BH Y (Partnering with the BHDC & Han Academy) & Feb. 10 at Summit Y (partnering with the Summit Library)

MLK Day
2024-01-15 00:00 | New Jersey
In honor of Martin Luther King, take a day to volunteer or donate to a cause.
