April 2016 Newsletter
by Kristi Potts on 04/12/16
THIS IS YOUR Y
April 2016 Newsletter
SHAMROCK SHUFFLE RESULTS
WE WANT TO CELEBRATE OUR VOLUNTEERS
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
The Annual Campaign is designed so that everyone in Montgomery County and the area has access to vital community/ area programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
This year, the Montgomery County Family YMCA has raised $27,952.22 so far.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
TENNIS CENTER PROJECT
The YMCA would like to thank the
The Carder Tennis Center has become a regional attraction for adult, youth, family, high school, and college play over the years, but in order to maintain the same level of excellence we must make changes!
Some changes include:
· New tennis nets
· Repainting of the tennis courts in the current ATP blue professional court colors
· New ten and under court lines to increase Junior Tennis playability and family playability.
We are working on local, county, regional, and even national grants and have already raised over $116,500.87 for the facility Enhancement.
To learn more about how you can support the Y’s cause, please contact Nick Zimmer, Executive Director at 712-623-2161 or execdir@mcymca.com.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Did you know that you can contribute to our Montgomery County Family YMCA using AmazonSmile when you make purchases?
The link to the account is: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/42-1433436
Thank you for any support you give to our YMCA through this program.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
GARY BRANDT
As a relatively new resident of Red Oak, Gary Brandt found the Y to be a great place to get to know people. More importantly, it is an even better place for him to put his health first.
As he said in a recent letter, "Nine months ago my doctor informed me that I had high blood pressure! She told me I was a prime candidate for a stroke or heart attack at 57 years old! I took her seriously and shortly thereafter, I joined the YMCA. I have been pleasantly surprised at just how much the facility has to offer; a full gym, basketball court, racquetball court, tennis court and pool. They also have various aerobic classes and weightlifting classes. In addition to the many activities and services the YMCA offers, they have a superb staff. They always greet me with a warm smile and happy greeting when I enter the front door. They truly make my experience all the more enjoyable. I look forward to my daily workouts!”
Having lived in towns that don’t have a Y, he understands the impact that the Y can have in such a rural community and how it makes it so much easier and convenient to work out and address health issues.
He continued by saying, “I feel very fortunate to have become a part of this community. I am a daily fixture on the treadmill and work out 45 - 60 minutes every day, plus I watch my diet. I have lost over 35 lbs. in 8 months’ time and feel the best I have felt in years! I am so grateful that our community has such a wonderful facility in the Montgomery County Family YMCA.”
ANNUAL LOCKERS
AVAILABLE
Tired of lugging that heavy gym bag back and forth? Want to be able to go directly from the Y to work or other activities?
Consider purchasing a locker!
Lockers in the Men’s/Boy’s Locker Room, Women’s/Girl’s Locker Room, and Family Locker Room can be rented annually for only $60 for the medium lockers and $90 for the large lockers.
So forget the hassle of remembering your swim suit, shampoo, sneakers, etc. and see someone at the front desk today!
LETTER OF
THE MONTH
BASKETBALL
BOND
(NOT James Bond)
WE’RE MORE THAN A GYM.
WE’RE A CAUSE.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
STAY & PLAY
The Red Oak Stay & Play Package is something special for all! This program has been designed to bring tourism into Red Oak and to “Stay & Play” in Red Oak.
For only $99+ applicable taxes, (double occupancy) you will enjoy:
• One (1) Night stay at the Red Coach Inn
• $10 Food Voucher at the
Red Coach Restaurant
This is a $200 package for only $99 and a great opportunity to invite friends, family, plan a business retreat, or maybe plan your own little local getaway.
Visit www.redcoachredoak.com or call 1-800-544-6002 for details & reservations! **
**Advance Reservations required. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
GOOD FRIDAY BREAKFAST
The Montgomery County Family YMCA in partnership with the Montgomery County Family YMCA Men’s Thursday Bible Study Group and the Montgomery County Ministerial Fellowship held their 4th Annual Good Friday Breakfast on Friday, March 25th, 2016 Pastor Will Brown from First Christian Church of Red Oak, Iowa was the featured speaker with an uplifting message titled “Is it really finished?”. Vern Olson performed some outstanding musical numbers as attendees enjoyed a breakfast buffet provided by Hy-Vee and served by YMCA Auxiliary Club members.
The invocation for the breakfast was given by Pastor Alan Dean, First Covenant Church of Red Oak, Iowa; the closing prayer was given by Rev. Lori Lathrop of Red Oak Church of the Nazarene of Red Oak, Iowa; and Steve Colerick of Emerson, Iowa served as the master of ceremonies for the event. Colerick is a member of the YMCA Thursday Men’s Early Bible Study Group and also a committee member with the National Day of Prayer Event in Red Oak that will take place on Thursday, May 5th, 2016 at the Red Coach Inn & Restaurant in Red Oak, Iowa. To learn more about this exciting event and to purchase tickets for the National Day of Prayer event, one can call Steve at Raymond James Financial Services at 712-623-8811 for more information.
Be sure and to mark your calendars for the 2017 Good Friday Prayer Breakfast to be held at the Montgomery County Family YMCA on Friday, April 14th, 2017.
BUILDING HOURS
Monday-Thursday
5 am - 9 pm
Friday
5 am - 8 pm
Saturday
8 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday
2 - 7 pm
*FACILITY HOURS DO NOT REFLECT POOL HOURS.
SPRING ACTIVITIES
SHARP Self-Defense Course
April 2nd
3rd—8th Grade Tiger Baseball Camp
April 2nd
LED Tennis Light Installation
April 4th - 8th
1st - 2nd Grade Boys Baseball
April 18th
Kiwanis Club 7th Annual TRYathlon
April 30th
Kiwanis Club Kids TRYathlon
April 30th
Ongoing Programs
Registration forms are located in the lobby information kiosk and online at www.mcymca.com.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteering is something that EVERYONE can do! Let us help you find a way to share your time, talent, and treasure.
VOLUNTEER IN 3 EASY STEPS:
STEP 1 - Find a volunteer opportunity that you are interested in and contact the appropriate Y staff.
STEP 2 - Complete a volunteer application form at the YMCA’s Front Desk or on our website www.mcymca.com.
STEP 3 - Show up and make a difference!
THANK YOU TO OUR NEWSLETTER SPONSORS!!!
*If you have questions or no longer wish to receive this newsletter,
please e-mail astewart@mcymca.com.
