In the News

YMCA Unveils New School Readiness Space on Crown Street

3/25/2011

The regulars at the basement bar at 66 Crown Street would be quite surprised by a look at their old haunt today – in place of stools and beer, there's a colorful pint-sized kitchen and a stack of tiny naptime cots. After 5 months of renovation, the Meriden YMCA unveiled its new school readiness program site Thursday night, on the lower level of the Martin Gaffey Child Care Center. Once set up as one long corridor, the space is now divided into two separate classrooms that have different stations, including those for science, story time, playtime, naps, and art projects.

Can nonprofits drive profits?

3/24/2011

West Main and Colony streets have had their share of closings and openings in recent years, but instead of businesses, some of the the latest newcomers are nonprofit organizations with programs for families. Meriden officials are boosting family activities downtown to generate foot traffic, and they have some eager partners. The Meriden YMCA is responsible for much of the growth downtown. Since acquiring the building at 14 W. Main St., the YMCA has overhauled its art program on the second floor and worked out a partnership with art collector and framer Steven Robichaud to relocate the Sandman Gallery & Frame Shoppe to the lower level.

YMCA and APA partner to provide expertise on healthy living

3/19/2011

The American Psychological Association works with local Y's to share their expertise on mind and body health. See how the Meriden YMCA helps our members through this partnership.

Fit In Meriden

2/17/2011

For the legions of exercise buffs who frequent the Meriden YMCA, winter's no excuse for packing on the pounds. Photo essay by Johnathon Henninger

Meriden YMCA to Take Over Head Start Program

2/15/2011

The Meriden YMCA was named grantee to the city's Head Start program Tuesday.

Forming Healthy Habits Early

2/4/2011

Click here to read Jeff Kurz's article in the Record Journal about our new PACE Program (Physical Activity Changes Everything)

For the Benigni Brothers It Was A Very Good Year

12/31/2010

An article about the Benigni brothers including John, CEO of the Meriden YMCA.

Wellness for the Well-deserved

11/26/2010

The Meriden YMCA offers a host of services for military families and the spouses left behind.

Silver City Turning Green

11/23/2010

Ribbon cutting ceremony for Small Wind Turbine Project at Meriden YMCA's Mountain Mist Day Camp one of several green energy initiatives in Meriden

The answer is blowing in the wind

11/21/2010

Article by Dan Brechlin about Small Wind Turbine Project at Meriden YMCA Mountain Mist Day Camp

Wind Turbine Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the Meriden YMCA's Mountain Mist Day Camp

11/20/2010

Join us for the ribbon cutting ceremony for our new wind turbine from the Connecticut Clean Energy Fund's Small Wind Turbine Project.

Coping With Depression

10/7/2010

The Meriden YMCA cohosted an event with the American Psychological Association to discuss Depression Signs and Solutions for Seniors. See the story on WTNH News Channel 8 New Haven.

Meriden YMCA Announces New Art Programs

9/15/2010

The Meriden YMCA is offering a whole new array of arts programs for children, teens, and adults to explore your creative side.

Astronaut to visit Mountain Mist!

8/19/2010

On Thursday August 19th an Astronaut will visit our Mountain Mist Outdoor Center!

Meriden YMCA Welcomes New Children's Dance Teacher

8/18/2010

The Meriden YMCA welcomes Nicole Klobedanz, our new Children's Dance Teacher. Nicole has over 17 years of dance training and four years of teaching experience.

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