International Yoga Day
2024-06-22 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | New Jersey
Celebrate International Yoga Day with Practices at the YMCA

Yoga offers a multitude of benefits that encompass physical, mental, and emotional well-being. On a physical level, it makes you more flexible and stronger, and it can even help with your balance. Plus, it’s great for your heart and overall cardiovascular health. Mentally, yoga is like a breath of fresh air. It calms your mind, reduces stress, and helps you focus better. Emotionally, it can help you feel more centered and at peace, which is great for managing anxiety and mood swings. It also tends to improve your sleep and boost your energy.

Yoga is a fantastic way to enhance your overall well-being and lead a more balanced life, and what better day to start your journey in the practice than International Yoga Day!

Take a look at the events we have going on all morning on Saturday, June 22.

Berkeley Heights YMCA:

8:00am – 8:40amHATHA GENTLE YOGA (ages 10+, all levels)with Laurie / Gym8:00am – 8:40amADAPTIVE YOGA (ages 7-21)with Shuchi / Mind Body Studio8:50am – 9:30amVINYASA YOGA (ages 13+, all levels)with Lynne / Gym8:50am – 9:30amCHAIR YOGA (ages 21+)with Laurie / Mind Body Studio11:00am – 12:00pmVINYASA YOGA (ages 13+, advance beginner+)with Erin / Mind Body Studio

Summit YMCA:

8:00am – 8:40amVINYASA YOGA (ages 13+, all levels)with Katie / Gym8:50am – 9:30amHATHA FLOW (ages 10+, all levels)with Bulbul / Gym9:40 am – 10:20amRESTORATIVE GENTLE FLOW(ages 16+, all levels)with Galina / Yoga Room

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4th of July
2024-07-04 00:00 | New Jersey
Independence Day is an ideal time to host a service activity that
connects and benefits veterans or current service members.

Summer Learning Week
2024-07-15 00:00 - 2024-07-19 00:00 | New Jersey
During Summer Learning Week, promote how your Y fosters kids’ and teens’
social-emotional, cognitive and physical development to alleviate the
“summer slide” and keep kids learning while school is out.

World Drowning Prevention Day
2024-07-25 00:00 | New Jersey
In 2023, the 76th World Health Assembly adopted its first ever resolution on
drowning prevention. Use this opportunity to raise awareness on drowning as a public
health issue and reinforce your Y’s commitment to water safety through any
relevant programming and/or resources.

Americans with disabilities/Disability Independance
2024-07-26 00:00 | New Jersey
Commemorates the 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act,
which guarantees equal opportunity for people with disabilities.

Healthy Kids Day - SCP
2024-07-27 11:00 | New Jersey

International Youth Day
2024-08-12 00:00 | New Jersey
Celebrates young people and the integral role they play in helping to create a world fit for
children.

National Nonprofit Day
2024-08-17 00:00 | New Jersey
National Nonprofit Day commemorates the passion that nonprofit organizations, including the Y,
have for making a difference in their communities and across the globe.
Use this opportunity to engage existing and potential donors, while sharing the impact your
local Y has made in your community so far this year.

Senior Citizen Day
2024-08-21 00:00 | New Jersey
Recognizes the many contributions older adults make in communities across the United
States

Healthy Kids Day 2024
2024-08-24 12:00 - 16:00 | New Jersey
Soaking Up the Sunshine at Healthy Kids Day 2024!

The Summit Area YMCA’s annual Healthy Kids Day® is back and better than ever!

We are thrilled to announce this year’s event, in partnership with the Springfield Unity Project, will be held at the Springfield Community Pool on Saturday, August 24, alongside the 5th Annual David Mitchell Community Day. This event features a wide array of activities that inspire children and their families to discover the value of healthy lifestyles, emphasizing the significance of nutritious eating, physical activity, mental resilience, and the development of lifelong healthy habits.

Join us to celebrate a day packed with fun events, games, activities, open swim, sports, healthy refreshments, prizes, safety demonstrations, local vendors, and community partners. Best of all, it’s free and open to the community!

The Springfield Community Pool will be open to pool members and event attendees from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. We encourage you to fully enjoy this beautiful space as you make precious memories with your family and friends.

Please note, registration is required for all event participants and attendees, including children, parents, and guardians. A parent/guardian is required to complete the registration for minors under the age of 18. If you have not filled one out for each family member, please do so before arriving to ensure a quick and easy check-in.

ACTIVITIES

We have a variety of exciting activities promoting both mental and physical health lined up for the day:

• Open Swim• Arts & Crafts• Contests (Cannonball, Hula Hoop, etc.)• Zumba• Music by DJ Thoro• And much more!

Plus, we’ll have numerous local vendors and information booths from local organizations.

We can’t wait to see you there.

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ATTENTION: In order to use the pool, any participants ages 14 and younger must complete a Swim Evaluation and follow all BHCPY rules and policies. Swimmers are accessed based on their swimming abilities and provided designated color bracelets upon completion which reflect each swimmer’s swimming proficiency level and the areas they are allowed to go in the pool.

ABOUT HEALTHY KIDS DAY

Healthy Kids Day is the Y’s national initiative aiming to enhance health and well-being for kids and families, celebrated at over 1,500 Ys across the country by more than a million participants. When children are away from school, they can face challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential. The Y seeks to utilize Healthy Kids Day as a springboard to help kids maintain active minds and bodies during the summer, fostering habits they can continue into the school year and beyond.

Here’s to another fantastic Healthy Kids Day®!

Labor Day
2024-09-04 00:00 | New Jersey
Celebrated the first Monday in September in recognition of U.S. workers.

Grandparents’ Day
2024-09-08 00:00 | New Jersey
Grandparents’ Day is a great time to promote the value of togetherness
and family-time activities, as well as the Y’s programs and activities
for every life stage.

9/11 Rememberance Day
2024-09-11 00:00 | New Jersey
On this Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance,
we pay tribute to the heroes and victims who lost their lives on September 11,
and we recommit ourselves to the spirit of unity, patriotism, and service that
carried our Nation through in the days that followed

Welcome Week
2024-09-13 00:00 - 2024-09-22 00:00 | New Jersey
Welcoming Week is an opportunity to celebrate immigrants’ contributions
to communities an bring residents together in a spirit of unity.

National Hispanic Heritage MonthSept 15th-October 15th
2024-09-15 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
Hispanic/Latino individuals and communities.

International Day of Peace
2024-09-21 00:00 | New Jersey
The International Day of Peace is observed annually on September 21.
This United Nations-led observance is devoted to strengthening the ideals of
peace, and focusing on our individual and collective responsibility to foster
peace in our own communities. Use this opportunity to promote your Y’s
community-connectedness and your commitment to welcoming all.

Fall Prevention Awareness Day
2024-09-22 00:00 | New Jersey
Falls are the leading cause of injury related ER visits for older adults, the
major cause ofhip fractures and responsible for more than half of fatal
head injuries. Use this week to raise awareness and prevent falls.

National Day of Rememberance
2024-09-30 00:00 | New Jersey
September 30 is National Day of Remembrance (also known as Orange Shirt
Day) where Indigenous Peoples who have been (and/or continue to be) impacted by
residential boarding schools are honored and commemorated for their experiences.
Use this opportunity to encourage your staff and members to wear orange, and to
learn more about this observance.

World Teachers Day
2024-10-05 00:00 | New Jersey
Held annually to commemorate teacher organizations worldwide.

National Child Health Day
2024-10-07 00:00 | New Jersey
In recognition of National Child Health Day, demonstrate how your Y is nurturing
the potential of youth by sharing nutritional tips and program offerings that
benefit kids and teens’ health and well-being.

World Homeless Day
2024-10-10 00:00 | New Jersey
World Homeless Day is October 10, an international observance to raise
awareness about the needs of people who currently experience
homelessness and promote work in local communities
to alleviate suffering and death. Use this opportunity to bring awareness to the
Y’s work surrounding homelessness in our communities.

World Mental Health Day
2024-10-10 00:00 | New Jersey
World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness of mental health issues around
the world and mobilize efforts in support of mental health. Use this day to share
how your Y is working to improve mental health in your community.

World Arthritis Day
2024-10-12 00:00 | New Jersey
Arthritis impacts more than 50 million Americans, including 300,000 children in the
U.S. Take a stand in the fight against arthritis and help raise awareness on
World Arthritis Day.

Hispanic Heritage Celebration 2024
2024-10-13 16:00 - 18:00 | New Jersey
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with a Day Full of Fun, Culture, and Community!

Get ready to move, dance, and celebrate! Join us for an unforgettable Hispanic Heritage event packed with vibrant activities, lively music, and a true celebration of culture. Whether you’re looking to learn some new dance moves, explore cultural traditions, or just enjoy a day of fun with the family, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:

Face Painting & Photo Booth

Enjoy face painting with designs that celebrate Hispanic culture. Once you’ve got your look, stop by our photo booth to snap some fun, colorful memories with friends and family.

Piñata Fun

What’s a celebration without a piñata? Watch the kids line up, take a swing, and cheer as they try to break open the piñata filled with candy and surprises.

Cultural Tables

Take a deeper dive into Hispanic culture by visiting our cultural tables. Each table will showcase different aspects of Hispanic heritage—from traditional crafts and historical exhibits to food samples and educational resources.

Games, Arts & Crafts

Kids and families can join in a variety of games and hands-on arts and crafts activities. From creating traditional crafts to playing fun, interactive games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy while exploring cultural roots in a creative and engaging way.

Additionally, we will be accepting diaper donations for El Centro Hispanoamericano. If you have extra diapers, please consider donating!

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Indiginous Peoples Day
2024-10-14 00:00 | New Jersey
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a holiday that celebrates and honors the United
States’ Indigenous peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.
Use this day as an opportunity to educate your community about the day.

Spirt Day/Antibullying
2024-10-16 00:00 | New Jersey
LGBTQ youth disproportionately face bullying and harassment because of their
identities. Each year, millions go purple for Spirit Day to support LGBTQ youth in
a united stand against bullying. Pledging to “go purple” on Spirit Day is a way for
everyone to visibly show solidarity with youth and to take part in the largest, most
visible LGBTQ anti-bullying campaign in the world

Halloween
2024-10-31 00:00 | New Jersey

Election Day
2024-11-05 00:00 | New Jersey
Voting isn’t just a civic duty, it’s also a key part of strengthening community!
As a nonpartisan nonprofit organization, the Y is committed to helping individuals
and communities across the nation prepare for Election Day. Use this opportunity
to share local resources such as voters registration info, polling locations and more.

Veteran's Day
2024-11-11 00:00 | New Jersey

Diwali
2024-11-12 00:00 | Berkeley Heights YMCA, 59 Locust Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ, United States
Also called Deepavali, “Festival of Lights”, it celebrates the victory of good over evil, light
over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance
