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Summer is the time for kids to get up, get out and grow. But for some kids, exposure to activities that stimulate the body and mind ends with the school year. In fact, research shows that kids are prone to gain more weight and fall behind in studies.
On April 21, the Y will celebrate Healthy Kids Day, our national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids. Area YMCAs will be open to the community from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to inspire parents and kids to stay physically and intellectually active all summer long. Stop by these YMCAs for more Healthy Kids Day fun!
Healthy Kids Day
| YMCA | Time | Event | Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 area YMCAs | 10 a.m. - noon | Free Open House! | Drop in and see how you can stay active this summer. |
| Jordan YMCA | 9 - 11:30 a.m. | Silly String Sprint | Enjoy games, snacks and healthy tips after a sprint around the sports fields. |
| Pike YMCA | 10 a.m. - noon | Kids & Family Activities | Snack demos, family Yoga workout, board games and youth class demos |
| Avondale Meadows YMCA | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Relay and sports stations, obstacle course | |
| Benjamin Harrison YMCA | 10 a.m. - noon | Healthy Kids Day | Vendors, activities, bicycle safety course and giveaways! |
| Witham YMCA | 10 a.m. - noon | Come to the Y for free! | |
| Downtown Canal | 1 p.m. | Canoe Races | Canoes will race to raise money to send more kids to Flat Rock River YMCA camp. |
Keep Kids Active at Camp Too
While you’re planning for summer, don’t forget we have dozens of Y Day Camps and week-long overnight camps at Flat Rock River YMCA Camp where they’ll have fun and create life-long memories. Registration is open and spots are filling up fast!