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      • Lap Swim & Water Exercises
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      • Private Swim Lessons
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      • Park Street Pool Schedule
    • Child Care
      • Child Watch
      • Early Learning Center
      • Preschool Readiness
      • School Age Care
      • Staycation
      • Kids Night Out
    • Kids & Family
      • Camps
      • Geyer Arts & Dance
      • Geyer Gym & Sports
      • Teens
      • Adventure Guides
      • Birthday Parties
    • Healthy Living
      • Group Exercise Class
      • Personal Training
      • Adult Fitness
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Welcoming Week

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WELCOMING WEEK 2022
WELCOMING WEEK 2022

Welcoming Week (September 9 - 18) is an annual national event celebrating diversity and inclusion by bringing people together and championing a welcoming spirit. 

At the Y, we are committed to strengthening communities by connecting people to their potential, purpose, and each other. 

Discover Welcoming Week programs and activities at the Y. Members are encouraged to register for events on MotionVibe, while non-members are encouraged to register at the link below.  

REGISTER FOR 2022 WELCOMING WEEK EVENTS

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

Global Storytime - September 13, 10:00am-11:00am

Hear stories of ancestry and immigration at the Geyer Family Y with our friends at Watchung Booksellers. 

Global Dance Party - September 15, 7:00pm-8:00pm

Make your way around the world while learning international dance styles. Led by Fitness Instructor, Jevonn McRae in the Park Street gym. 

Share Your Heritage - September 16, 10:00am-11:00am

Older Adults are invited to join us in the Senior/Teen Room for a special morning of sharing about their ancestors and heritage. Bring an object special to you or a memory to share. 

Welcoming Week Map

Mark your country of heritage on a world map displayed in the Park Street lobby.

Around the World Playlist

Submit music that reminds you of your heritage and we'll curate a playlist for you to enjoy.  Click here to submit song selections.

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Park Street YMCA
973-744-3400
25 Park Street, Montclair, NJ 07042
Geyer Family YMCA
973-783-7640
159 Glenridge Ave. Montclair, NJ 07042
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Since 1891, the YMCA of Montclair works to empower young people, improve health and well-being, and inspire action in and across our community.
Serving Bloomfield, Bloomingdale, Clifton, Cedar Grove, Glen Ridge, Haskell, Montclair, Verona, and West Milford.