YMCA Hosts Annual Christmas Tree Lots to Support Youth Attending Programs and Camps at Seven Y Locations

jeffrey.needham — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:10:18 +0000

YMCA Hosts Annual Christmas Tree Lots to Support Youth Attending Programs and Camps at Seven Y Locations jeffrey.needham Mon, 11/25/2019 - 11:10

Minneapolis, MN – The YMCA of the North, a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, is selling Christmas trees at five local tree lots starting on November 29.

Since 1938, Y Service Clubs have been selling Christmas trees and this year the Y will also offer garland, swags, bows and wreaths for sale. The Blaisdell, Ridgedale, Southdale, St. Paul Downtown, Eastside and Midway YMCA’s and Camp St. Croix are selling these holiday decorations to raise money for youth across the Twin Cities to participate in Y programs and camps.

“The YMCA is committed to removing barriers that may prevent kids and teens in our community from participating in enriching programs and camps,” said Glen Gunderson and CEO of the YMCA of the North. “The Christmas Tree Lots are an annual tradition that help raise funds so all youth have opportunities to participate in meaningful activities that can inspire their future goals and help them reach their potential.”

WHO:
YMCA of the North

WHAT:
Annual Christmas Tree Lot

WHERE:

Blaisdell YMCA Tree Lot: Corner of 42nd Street and Hiawatha Avenue

November 29 – December 22
Monday – Friday 4:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Ridgedale YMCA Tree Lot: Ridgedale YMCA on 12301 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305

November 29 – December 22 or until trees sell out
Friday 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Special Hours November 29 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Southdale YMCA Tree Lot: Southdale YMCA 7355 York Avenue South Edina, MN 55435 (In the Skate Park area)

November 29 – December 24
Monday – Thursday 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Friday – Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

St. Paul Downtown, Eastside and Camp St. Croix Tree Lot: Highland National Golf Course, 1403 Montreal Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55116

November 29 – December 24
Monday – Thursday 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Friday – Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Special Hours November 29 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

St. Paul Midway Tree Lot: 530 Wheeler Street

November 29 – December 24
Monday – Thursday 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

About the YMCA of the North

The YMCA of the North is a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Established 163 years ago, the Ys provide life-strengthening services across the greater Twin Cities metro region, southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin communities. The 29 Y locations and program sites, eight overnight camps, 10 day camps, and more than 90 child care sites engage more than 370,000 men, women and children of all ages, incomes and backgrounds. To learn more about the Y’s mission and work, visit www.ymcamn.org.

YMCA in West St. Paul Celebrates Opening of New Interim Location on November 21

jeffrey.needham — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 19:10:25 +0000

YMCA in West St. Paul Celebrates Opening of New Interim Location on November 21 jeffrey.needham Mon, 11/18/2019 - 13:10

Minneapolis, MN – The YMCA in West St. Paul, a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, will celebrate the opening of its interim site while a new facility is being developed on Thursday, November 21.

The new temporary YMCA is located at 1426 East Mendota Road in Inver Grove Heights. This location is in the Southridge Center and is conveniently located 1.4 miles from the old Y location.

“We are excited about serving the community with health and wellbeing programs in the new interim YMCA while we develop a Y that will best support our community for the next 50 years,” said Glen Gunderson, president and CEO of the YMCA of the North. “Once the new location for the Y is finalized, we will share with our Y members and the community. The permanent YMCA location will be in the current service area and will be built to reflect the needs of the community.”

The YMCA in West St. Paul is committed to helping all learn, grow and thrive. The Y serves youth in the community by building leadership and social skills, and providing job readiness opportunities through Teen Thrive educational and enrichment programs such as Y’s Start, Achievers, Youth in Government, Career Pathways and volunteering. In addition, the Y helps seniors in the local community stay active physically, mentally and socially through ForeverWell fitness programs, social outings and educational sessions.

Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the new interim location and hear from YMCA and community leaders.

WHO:
YMCA of the North

WHAT:
YMCA in West St. Paul Ribbon Cutting Celebration of Interim Location

WHERE:
YMCA at 1426 East Mendota Road in Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077

WHEN:
Thursday, November 21, 2019
3:00-4:30 p.m. with program at 3:30 p.m.

About the YMCA of the North

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YMCA Hosts Annual Christmas Tree Lots to Support Youth Attending Programs and Camps at Seven Y Locations

YMCA in West St. Paul Celebrates Opening of New Interim Location on November 21