Energy Savings
An unveiling ceremony for cutting edge, new technology at the Meriden YMCA took place on Thursday, Dec. 10. The new technology at the Meriden YMCA consists of a co-generation system, energy efficient lighting and occupancy controls.
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Holiday schedule
Please check our holiday schedule for December 21st through January 1st.
On 1939 Recording, Basketball Inventor Reminisces About First Game
James Naismith invented basketball in 1891. A 1939 tape of Naismith talking about the game has been found — it may be the only recording of his voice. The tape is from the WOR-AM archives.
Meriden YMCA upgrades to lower energy bill
The Meriden YMCA said it will save nearly $689,000 in energy costs over the next 20 years, thanks to a recently installed cogeneration system, efficient lighting and occupancy controls.
The Connecticut Green Bank's Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) provided a $372,466 low-interest loan for the project, which the Y said will help keep the water in its showers hot during peak usage times and allow for more funding for providing kids camp scholarships and memberships to low-income families.
Southington's Emendee Technologies was the energy consultant for the project.
Meriden Holiday Festival Drives Crowd
MERIDEN — It really is the most wonderful time of the year for 6-year-old Xavier Taylor of Wallingford. Not only is Xavier on Santa Claus’ nice list, but his birthday is Dec. 24.
“I get two days of presents,” he said.
On Saturday, he got to tell Old St. Nick exactly what he wants for Christmas — a basketball leads his list — at the YMCA’s annual Breakfast with Santa.
About 500 people attended the breakfast, which was part of Saturday’s Downtown Meriden Holiday Extravaganza presented by the Downtown Neighborhood Association.
“Our goal is to get families together and to bring people downtown,” said Steve Markoja, operations director for the Meriden YMCA. “It’s been great. We’ve got a good crowd.”
Xavier stopped by the event with his grandmother, Marge Taylor; his mother, Stacey Taylor; and his 2-year-old twin brothers, Quincy and Trayvon.
8 Tips for Healthy, Happy Holidays
The holidays don't have to be stressful and should be enjoyable. Get tips for how to have a happy holiday season.
Unveiling Ceremony held for Energy Saving Upgrades at the Meriden YMCA
An unveiling ceremony for cutting edge, new technology at the Meriden YMCA was held on Thursday, December 10, 2015, at 110 West Main Street in Meriden. Mayor Kevin Scarpati, Representative Betty Boukus, Representative Cathy Abercrombie, Bryan Garcia, President and CEO of the Connecticut Green Bank, John Benigni, CEO of the Meriden YMCA, and Dave Pestillo, owner of Emendee Technologies were in attendance.
The new technology at the Meriden YMCA consist of a cogeneration system, energy efficient lighting and occupancy controls.
Meriden Y’s new teen theater group debuts Friday
Friday will mark the first show for 50 students taking part in the new Meriden YMCA Youth Theater teen group as they perform the musical “Little Shop of Horrors” at Edison Middle School.
Thanksgiving Week Schedule
Here is our Thanksgiving Week Schedule.
Quit like a champ! How to beat tobacco once and for all
November 19th is the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout to encourage Americans to stop smoking,
Halloween Fun at Misty Night
On Saturday, Oct. 24, families enjoyed a beautiful fall evening getting into the Halloween spirit at the Meriden YMCA’s Misty Night Halloween at Mountain Mist. Children decorated pumpkins to take home with them, families enjoyed a horse drawn hayride and a guided walk through the Halloween Trail on a beautiful moonlit night.
VA partners with YMCA of the USA to support Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) have refreshed and expanded their partnership to promote and enhance the health and well-being of Veterans and their families.
During National Diabetes Awareness Month the Meriden YMCA Focuses on Prevention
During National Diabetes Awareness Month, the Meriden YMCA is encouraging residents of our community to learn their risks for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, and to take preventive steps to potentially reduce their chances of developing the disease.
Veterans Month
Thank you veterans! November is your month at the Meriden YMCA. If you are a veteran and do not have a membership, come the Y for free for the month of November.
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