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YMCA of Greater Des Moines News and Notes
Keep up to date on the Y and how we are strengthening the foundations of the central Iowa community.
Posted on Feb 15, 2012
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KYLE'S Y SUCCESS STORY
Before the Y: Three years ago, Kyle Chambers decided he needed to make some healthy changes in his life. After a few unsuccessful attempts at weight loss, using from other fitness facilities, Kyle joined his local Y.
Kyle's journey: In December 2009, Kyle made a wellness coaching appointment...
Posted on Feb 2, 2012
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Hi,
My name is Laura and I'm a member of the South Suburban Y. I live on East 14th and every day I commute to Redfield Iowa to manage an organic farm that employs persons with disabilties. I love my job so much. Like the plants we tend we help people...
Posted on Feb 1, 2012
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YMCA Kids Send Hugs
Wyatt Smith (pictured with Peanut) was the first to receive a hug from one Greater Des Moines Y's after-school program.
Iowa Military members were home for the holidays this year because it was Oklahoma's turn to be deployed. "The kids just wanted to share a hug with the...
Posted on Jan 23, 2012
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The Y strives to promote healthy living, youth development and social responsibility. Here's a story from the Head Swim Coach Laura Barnett at the Boone County YMCA that embodies all of the above. The anecdote is from this weekend's swim meet. Great job, swimmers! And thank you for sharing, Laura.
As...
Posted on Jan 20, 2012
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Michelle VanWyngarden
Youth & Outreach Director
Michelle works with our John R. Grubb Community Y branch. She oversees the Before & After School Childcare, Child Watch, Day Camp and family events. On top of the daily operations of leading her staff teams and programming for these areas, Michelle is also...
Posted on Jan 19, 2012
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In response to comments about the Waukee Y:
Thanks for your feedback. The Waukee Y is a destination for teens on early out Wednesdays. While some in the gym don’t use it for basketball, providing a safe environment on these in service days helps kids grow and thrive in a...
Posted on Jan 3, 2012
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It's not every day that a gym or fitness center receives praise about it's crucial role in the community. Thanks to Connie Cook, a long-time member of the Y, our Riverfront branch received just that today.
Her Letter to the Editor in the Des Moines Register today portrayed a beautifully accurate...
Posted on Dec 20, 2011
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Last Thursday night, Dec. 15, we had great support from YMetro Board volunteers to serve a meal to the tenants at the YMCA Supportive Housing Campus. About 70 tenants joined our 12 volunteers for the meal. Chef Larry and Executive Director Emily Osweiller were great facilitators of the experience. Many...
Posted on Nov 28, 2011
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Join jcpenney and the YMCA of Greater Des Moines in turning small change into big differences.
From November 30 until December 12, round up your jcpenny’s purchases to the nearest whole dollar and donate the difference. Every cent counts.
All proceeds will support your community YMCA’s afterschool programs. Find information on volunteer...
Posted on Nov 2, 2011
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If you are new to the Y, getting started can be a little overwhelming. Here are some tips that may be helpful:
Don't be shy about asking for help. Think of our staff as your personal concierge.
Meet with a wellness coach. Once they understand your goals, they'll help you...
