January 2016 Newsletter
by Kristi Potts on 01/02/16
LIGHTED FIRE TRUCK
The Holiday Lighted Fire Truck Rides were back on Friday, December 11th, 2015 from at the Montgomery County Family YMCA. The free event was attended by more than 250 people. Santa was also present to visit with children before and after their rides while cookies and drinks were provided by the Altrusa Club and the YMCA Auxiliary Club.
The YMCA would like to thank Fareway of Red Oak, Red Oak Greenhouse of Red Oak, the Montgomery County Family YMCA’s Auxiliary Club, the Altrusa Club, and Dave and Debbie Gammell of Elliott, IA for making this special event possible.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT UPDATE
FRED DAVIS
The Davis family has had a membership at the Montgomery County Family YMCA since it first opened. During her school years, Fred and Kathy’s daughter, Martha, constantly used the basketball court and tennis facility and Kathy is currently a water aerobics instructor at the Y. Upon his retirement from Parker, one of Fred’s goals was to improve his physical fitness. As he said in a recent note, “I use the fitness center and walk/ run the track most weekday mornings. Not only is exercising a good way to begin the day I also enjoy visiting with other members that are there each morning. I feel Red Oak is very fortunate to have this facility. Nick and his staff do a great job!”
The Davis family has been wonderful donors to the annual campaign and volunteers to the YMCA helping to make it possible for other families to enjoy the Y in years to come. The annual campaign makes financial assistance available for children and families who otherwise could not afford to participate in YMCA membership and programs.
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VOLUNTEERS OF THE MONTH
RED OAK ALTRUSA CLUB & YMCA AUXILIARY CLUB
The YMCA would like to thank the Red Oak Altrusa Club and YMCA Auxiliary Club for working and volunteering for the lighted holiday fire truck rides by providing cookies, drinks, and helping with the crowd, etc.
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ANNUAL CAMPAIGN &
TENNIS CENTER PROJECT
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 $61,049.71 so far.
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:
· 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 $99,000 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.
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ADOPT A CHILD FOR
CHRISTMAS
The TOGETHERHOOD Committee of the Montgomery County Family YMCA sponsored the Adopt a Child for Christmas program held on December 19th from 8 am – Noon.
Thank you to all involved who took the opportunity to show our children and other family members how to give to those in need this Christmas.
The TOGETHERHOOD program provides Y members with a way to volunteer for service projects and is run by John Blomstedt, Ellen Griffen, Gerry Lundgren, Courtney Meyer-Y USA Togetherhood Facilitator, Margarita Montes, Beth Olsen, Nikki Rengstorf, Abigail Sherman, and Nick Zimmer. It helps organize and run four service projects a year with only a one year commitment.
For more information on the TOGETHERHOOD program and how you can be involved, please call 712-623-2161 or e-mail Gerry Lundgren at gerrylun@myfmtc.com.
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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.
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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS
Reaching Goals by Reframing New Year’s Resolutions
Each year, millions of Americans turn the calendar to the New Year and make resolutions. But without breaking these goals down into smaller milestones, it can be easy to lose momentum.
This year, the Montgomery County Family YMCA is encouraging community members to give their New Year’s resolutions a boost by creating smaller, more manageable goals that can lead to the success of a larger one.
“Losing weight is too broad a goal,” explained Nick Zimmer, Montgomery County Family YMCA Executive Director. “Reframe your big resolution into something achievable. For example, instead of making a resolution to ‘lose weight,’ resolve to incorporate fruits and vegetables into at least two meals a day.”
Below are seven tips the Montgomery County Family YMCA recommends to help 2016 New Year’s resolutions stick.
1. Start small. Break those big resolutions into small, achievable goals. Instead of cutting chocolate out of your diet for good, vow to only have it a few times a week.
2. Take it one step at a time. Trying to change too many habits at once can easily lead to frustration. Instead of a New Year’s resolution, make a new month’s resolution.
3. Choose an organization that focuses on a holistic approach to health. When it comes to adding healthy behaviors, like increasing physical activity, it’s important to find a place that keeps you motivated. Your facility should not be just a gym, but a community organization that offers more health, more hope and more opportunity. The Montgomery County Family YMCA strives for creating these opportunities for our members.
4. Talk it out. It’s easier to stick to your resolutions if you have a partner or friend working toward similar goals. Team up with someone to set your 2016 goals and help each other establish a game plan dedicated to achieving them.
5. Volunteer Your Time. Giving back and supporting neighbors can benefit everyone involved. Not only is it a personally rewarding experience to help others in need, but it’s also a way to meet new people or discover an interest.
6. Move More. It’s important for children to get at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day (30 minutes for adults). Incorporate physical activity into your daily routines.
7. Put Extras to Good Use. Do you have extra canned goods or clothes that could benefit others in need? Clean out your pantry, closet or attic and donate extra items to homeless shelters or community outreach programs.
For additional tips or to learn how to get involved with the Montgomery County Family YMCA, contact 712-623-2161 or visit www.mcymca.com.
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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!
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LETTER OF
THE MONTH
NETBALL
NEEDS
WE’RE MORE THAN A GYM.
WE’RE A CAUSE.
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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
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BOARD OF DIRECTOR
Brian Mensen was the YMCA Board of Director President in 2015 and his last official meeting as the YMCA Board Chair will be Thursday, January 21st, 2016. Brian was recently recognized for his year of leadership as the YMCA's Chief Volunteer Officer on Thursday, December 17th, 2015 at the YMCA's Board of Director's meeting at the Red Coach Inn & Restaurant in Red Oak, IA.
He lives in Red Oak with his wife, Leah, and two children, Libby and Cyrus, and is an attorney-at-law with the firm Billings & Mensen Law Firm. He is active in the YMCA, Red Oak Community School System, Red Oak Tag A Longs, coaches 8th Grade Girls Basketball for the Red Oak School system, YMCA youth sports programs, the JVAA youth program, at his church at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Red Oak, and is a member of the Red Oak Public Library Board to just highlight a few civic organizations he is involved with.
Brian enjoys his family, University of Iowa Athletics, playing basketball, coaching basketball, playing volleyball, coaching sports, and giving back to his community to make it a better place to live, work, and play in.
Brian will continue to serve on the YMCA's Endowment Committee and YMCA's Community Needs Programming Assessment Committee.
For more information on how one can become a member, volunteer, donor, or simply involved with the Montgomery County Family YMCA, please stop in for a visit or tour of the YMCA, call the YMCA at 712-623-2161, or visit the YMCA on Facebook, or the Y’s website at www.mcymca.com
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WINTER 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.
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WINTER ACTIVITIES
Optimist Tri-Star Basketball
Skills Contest
January 6th
Home Swim Meet - Pool Closed
January 16th
Sprouts & Giants Basketball
January 20th - February 17th
YMCA/ JVAA 4th - 6th Grade Boy’s Basketball Tournament
January 23rd
1st & 2nd Grade Basketball
January 24th - February 21st
Registration forms are located in the lobby information kiosk and online at www.mcymca.com.
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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!
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Ongoing Programs
Private Swim Lessons
Early Risers Boot Camp
Jazzercise
Tumbling
Martial Arts
Adult Tennis Lessons
Youth Tennis Lessons
Yoga
Express Pump
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