The kids are back in school, the sun is beginning to set sooner, but the sounds of kids and families at the Y continue! Fall is around the corner and the Santa Monica Family YMCA is preparing engaging curriculums for our Afterschool Enrichment program, serving more teens in our Youth & Government Program, and opening our doors once again to the community for a FREE Family fun Halloween event this month.
Youth & Government officially kicked off this month at the Y. This incredible program provides teens with a hands-on opportunity to learn about government, leadership, and civic engagement by simulating the roles of state legislators, attorneys, and government officials. It empowers young leaders to develop critical thinking, public speaking, and collaboration skills in a real-world setting.
We are actively seeking passionate volunteers to serve as Youth & Government advisors. If you have a background in education, law, public service, or simply a desire to mentor young people, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact on the next generation of community leaders. For information about Youth & Government or how to volunteer, contact leadership@ymcasm.org.
In other exciting news, mark your calendars for Friday, October 25 as we celebrate “Halloween at the Y!” Join us for an evening of spooky fun from 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. to enjoy ghoulish activities, giveaways and, of course, lots of Halloween treats! Don’t miss out on this festive, family-friendly celebration!
We’ve got a busy end-of-the-year and we are thrilled to welcome Jessica Lopez as our new Youth Development Director to support these new offerings to you and your family! Jessica brings a wealth of experience in youth
programming, and a passion for creating enriching opportunities for our members. Join us in building a stronger community!
Stop by for a tour of our Y at 6th St. between Arizona Ave. and Santa Monica Blvd. Call 310-393-2707 for more information.
By Araceli Alejandre
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