WHAT'S NEW

Mitten Drive 2006

Help with the Lima Family YMCA’s Mitten Drive 2006. Beginning Nov. 20 and continuing until Dec. 15, the YMCA Fitness Center will be collecting donations of new mittens, gloves, hats and scarves for the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army will distribute the items to children who need them on Dec. 20. If you would like to donate, see any Fitness Center staff member. We thank you for your generosity and help with providing children with these items this winter.

Silver Sneakers  06F5- 01116-01

Silver Sneakers is a super low-impact cardio and strength class that is designed for people age 65 and older, or for people with mobility issues. All exercises can be done while sitting down! There is no additional fee for members, and cost is $48 for non-members for seven weeks. We’ll meet from 10:30 to 11:25 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday in room 306, and we now have added a Tuesday-Thursday class from 1 to 2 p.m.

Holiday Parties and Lock-ins  06Q5-02116-01

Holidays can be busy times of the year; however, the Lima Family YMCA can make them more enjoyable and relaxing. Children are invited to play games, create unique crafts and participate in gym and pool activities. Some parties will be overnighters and special activities. Our first overnighter will be “Freaky Friday,” Oct. 27, at 7:30 p.m.-9 a.m. Schedules and flyers will be posted throughout the year. For more info, call April Dorman at ext. 220.

Tap Dance  06Y5-03113-01

Join Darcy Schnieder from 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays in Room 305 for a new and fun way to move those feet. Tap dancing will be offered for youth age 13 and older and adults who have always wanted to learn how to tap, shuffle and ball change. All levels are welcome for this action-packed class of technique and style.

FEE: Members, $20; Non-members, $40. Tap shoes required.

Parents Night Out  06CC-03421

Parents who need a night on the town without the kids – let the Youth Department staff entertain your children while you enjoy an evening out to yourself! The schedule includes pizza, crafts, games, music and gym time. For children ages 5-12.

Dates: Oct. 27, Nov. 24, Dec. 29. Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Cost: $12 first child, $8 each additional sibling (pizza included)

Limited space is available. Registration will begin at the first of each month and will close on the Wednesday before the event. You can register now at the front desk. For more information, call Ryan Lieurance at ext. 116.

First Aid/CPR for Dogs and Cats  06Q5-02119-01

Pet First Aid is the immediate and temporary care given to an injured animal until it can be taken to a professional veterinarian for more definite medical care and attention. In this class you will learn to:

     • Identify signals of various injuries and sudden illnesses, 

        including poisoning, seizures and emergencies related to heat   

          and cold weather

     • Understand how to find vital signs and behaviors that are 

          “normal” for a pet

     •  Demonstrate how to provide care for breathing emergencies,  

          including choking, and cardiac arrest

     • Explain how, when and where to call for emergency

        assistance with an injured pet

     • Know when and how to move an injured pet

     • Assemble a “pet-friendly” first aid kit

The class will be held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 18. FEE: Members, $20; Non-members, $40. For more information, call April Dorman at ext. 220.

Don’t forget CPR for humans!

CPR Classes  06H5-01150-01

American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR will be offered 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 4 and Dec. 2 (Adult and Pediatric). Cost for members and non-members is $32.

NEW  COMING SOON!  NEW

Lima Family YMCA – Lima Police Department – Exchange Club

INDOOR ROLLER HOCKEY LEAGUE

For youth and adults

Co-Ed Divisions:

8 & under        10 & under

12 & under      14 & under

                                                   Ages 15-17      Adult

All games held at the Westside YMCA location on Eastown Road

Volunteer coaches needed

For more information, contact Alicia Bell or Mitch Monfort at 419-223-6045 ext. 114