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The YMCA of the North April 9-11 will bring together more than 750 students in grades 7-12 at the Minnesota YMCA Model United Nations (UN).

The YMCA of the North will host the 12th annual Kidarod adventure race for kids and families at Fish Lake Regional Park on Feb. 21 from 2-6 p.m.

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Minnesota secondary students to learn, practice democracy at Minnesota State Capitol

Minnesota middle school students will compete in the National Civics Bee for the first time this year, as the YMCA Center for Youth Voice has been named state lead by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation as part of their effort to bring the nationwide competition to all 50 states.

The YMCA of the North in partnership with Twin Cities schools and Cargill, will present the 21st annual Mitten Wishes program for the 2025 holiday season.

The YMCA of the North will host Inclusive Sports and Games Day at the Maplewood YMCA Community Center on Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The YMCA of the North is encouraging seniors participating in 2026 Medicare Advantage open enrollment to review their chosen plan to ensure it maintains their YMCA benefit.

The YMCA of the North is selling Christmas trees at local tree lots. Sales begin Nov. 21 at the Midway YMCA in St. Paul, Nov. 28 at the Blaisdell YMCA in Minneapolis and Nov. 29 at the Southdale YMCA in Edina.

The YMCA of the North on Nov. 6 will host JJ’s Jab-oree, a flu vaccination clinic for college students at the University YMCA.