Location Term: Downriver Family YMCA
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While the kids are home for winter break, keep them entertained with a warm splash in the pool! Bring the whole family for a winter land of fun. Join us for a pool party on Tuesday, December 30th for a day of open swim – take a ride down our water slide or enjoy a
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Join us for a delicious hands-on culinary experience designed just for teens! In this special Pop-Up Brunch Edition, participants will learn how to prepare the ultimate comfort classic: Chicken & Waffles—with a creative twist. Teens will fry up crispy, golden chicken and whip up a trio of gourmet waffles, including Red Velvet, Chocolate Chip, and
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Join us for a Holiday Craft Show – a festive community event celebrating creativity, connection, and holiday cheer! We’ve gathered local vendors to showcase their products in a festive setting. Bring your holiday spirit, connect with your community, and shop till you drop!? Registration is requested. Event Times and Locations Downriver Family YMCA Sunday, November
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The Thanksgiving Fresh Basket Program at the YMCA provides hundreds of holiday meals for individuals and families across Metro Detroit. Baskets are filled with fresh produce, pantry items, and other ingredients such as eggs and butter to prepare a variety of Thanksgiving dishes. A Healthy Meal for the Holiday Season Families & seniors can receive
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Get ready for an exciting event where kids will get active, make healthy choices, and have a great time. Children will enjoy a high-energy Born to Move class designed just for them, followed by a hands-on activity where they create and enjoy a nutritious snack. This program encourages movement, healthy eating, and fun all in
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The YMCA STEPtember Challenge 2025 brought members and staff together to stay active and build healthy habits. See the top finishers and staff standouts who stepped up to reach 300,000 steps this month!
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The Downriver Family YMCA is hosting a free Halloween Costume Swap or the community! Bring in new or gently used children’s costumes to the Welcome Center Desk by October 8th, 2025.Then, on October 10th, 2025, from 5-7 PM, parents can come pick out a costume for their little ones perfect for getting ready for a
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Celebrate culture & community through cookies! We invite families to explore and decorate cookies inspired by different cultures at fun, hands-on stations. This free event is open to all perfect for all ages. Come connect, create, and enjoy sweet moments together! Open to Community – Registration is required to attend. Event Times and Locations Downriver
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The budget recently passed by the Michigan House eliminates dedicated funding for Out-of-School Time (OST) programs under Section 32N—a change that would force the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit to scale back or cut vital services working families depend on to keep kids safe, supported, and learning.
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Keep the Welcoming Week celebration going with this high-energy Cardio Drumming class featuring music from around the globe! Enjoy rhythms and beats inspired by international artists as we drum, move, and celebrate the diversity that brings our community together. Open to all fitness levels—come ready to have fun and connect through music and movement! Event
