IT’S A CELEBRATION AND YOU’RE ALL INVITED – SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
Kick off 2009 by receiving the greatest New Year’s gift of all – the gift of healthy living! On Saturday, January 10, the first 50 people at each branch who upgrade their membership or join the YMCA will receive the “Get Real Weight Management” gift package, a comprehensive 4-week program (8 sessions) focused on helping you develop safe and healthy eating and exercising habits.
The fun and festivities at this year’s YMCA Community Open House will include kids’ and family activities, workout classes, and lots of great prizes from our friends at Jamba Juice and others. Join us from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the following branches: Central, Kaimuki-Waialae, Kalihi, Leeward, Mililani, Nuuanu and Windward. Go to www.ymcahonolulu.org for full details.
MAKING THE YMCA MORE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL
The last two words of the YMCA’s mission are “for all,” but we discovered that many families in our community are unable to participate due to costs and economic hardships. We wanted to find a way to make the YMCA affordable to everyone in order to fulfill that aspect of our mission. In January, the YMCA of Honolulu will launch “Membership For All,” an income-based, island-wide membership, based on your family’s household income. This is also good news for current members who want to retain their membership, but are struggling financially. Now all individuals will have an affordable place where they can work out and play with a healthier lifestyle in mind. Click for details.
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SILVER AND FIT® – DESIGNED FOR OUR SENIOR COMMUNITY
If you’re a Kaiser Senior Advantage member, it’s time to take advantage of Silver&Fit®, Kaiser Permanente‘s new fitness program. The YMCA of Honolulu is participating by providing membership to eligible individuals, which includes access to cardiovascular and resistance training equipment, free weights and weekly fitness classes designed specifically for Silver&Fit members. Kaiser Hawaii members may log on to the Silver&Fit website or call the toll-free member services hotline at 877.427.4788.
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2009 ANNUAL SUPPORT CAMPAIGN
COMING SOON
In January, the YMCA will kick off the Strong Communities 2009 Annual Support Campaign and we look forward to your support. If you are interested in making a year-end contribution, click to give online. Mahalo for your ongoing support!
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THE YMCA IS ALL ABOUT KIDS!
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SCHOOL’S OUT AND THE YMCA IS IN – DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 9
The school winter break is just around the corner and there’s still time to sign up for the YMCA Winter Intersession program. Great programs are available weekly at YMCA branches throughout Oahu, including outdoor adventure programs at Camp Erdman on the North Shore. Financial assistance is available. Click for more information or to register online.
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HEALTHIER KIDS IN 90 DAYS!
This summer, in partnership with Mayor Mufi Hannemann and the City & Country of Honolulu’s Healthy Honolulu initiative, our YMCA Rural Youth Waipahu team launched an exciting new program called 90 Days. Targeting middle school students determined to change their lifestyles and levels of fitness, this after-school pilot program, has been developed to do just that. To expand the program, these teens will be mentors to preschool age children, share nutrition information and encourage physical activity. The teens will be implementing early childhood literacy packets developed by the YMCA that involves reading stories to their younger peers and engaging in play activities that support physical development and coordination.
This month, the first 90 Day graduates will be honored by Mayor Hannemann at City Hall for taking on this self-improvement challenge and for serving as positive young role models. In the next phase of the Healthy Honolulu - 90 Days Program, a toolkit/manual will be developed and made available for program replication by other service providers of teen programs. Stay tuned for updates.
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60TH HAWAII STATE YOUTH LEGISLATURE – JANUARY 4
For 60 years, the YMCA has offered one of the most amazing programs for middle and high school students. The YMCA Hawaii State Youth Legislature program gives young people the opportunity to write bills, select governmental positions to role play, attend statewide training conference and run for various elected offices. The opening session for the 60th Youth Legislature will take place on Sunday, January 4 at 2:00 p.m. at the State Capitol, Senate Chambers. The public is invited to attend this historic event.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!
YMCA HOLIDAY HOURS
Relieve your holiday stress and come to the YMCA to exercise, swim and play or just hang out with good friends and our friendly staff. See our holiday hours:
| Christmas Holiday | New Year's Holiday |
| (WED) Dec. 24 | (THU) Dec. 25 | (WED) Dec. 31 | (THU) Jan. 1 |
| Atherton | 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
| Central | 5:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 5:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
| Kaimuki | 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
| Kalihi | 5:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 5:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
| Leeward | 5:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 5:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
| Mililani | 5:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 5:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
| Nu‘uanu | 4:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 4:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
| Windward | 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | CLOSED |
For specific branch child watch, youth center and YMCA Camp H.R. Erdman hours, please call the branch directly. For branch pool schedules, click here.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM OUR YMCA FAMILY TO YOURS
The YMCA of Honolulu would not be the heart and soul of the community without the thousands of children, teens and families who are a part of our YMCA family. As the 2008 year comes to a close, we want to thank our many members, volunteers and staff for allowing the YMCA to be a significant part of your life.
As the new year unfolds, the YMCA will continue to respond to the critical social needs of our people and remain committed to the important things in life: children, family, community and personal well-being. We wish you a safe and healthy holiday season!
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thank you!
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