YMCA of Delaware

Group Run (New Castle County)
2024-08-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-03 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Rotating Location
Join us on our group runs spread across an 8-week period and multiple locations. No experience in running necessary. Open to all YMCA members.
Schedule
Sunday, July 14 | 8 am
Naaman’s Baseball Fields
Led by Vic Aguilar
Monday, July 22 | 7 pm
Delcastle Recreational Park
Led by Beca Sanchez
Sunday, July 28 | 8 am
Naaman’s Baseball Fields
Led by Vic Aguilar
Monday, August 5 | 7 pm
Delcastle Recreational Park
Led by Beca Sanchez
Sunday, August 11 | 8 am
Naaman’s Baseball Fields
Led by Vic Aguilar
Tuesday, August 20 | 7 pm
Glasgow Park
Led by Rocio Rodriguez
Tuesday, August 27 | 7 pm
Glasgow Park
Led by Rocio Rodriguez
Tuesday, September 3 | 7 pm
Glasgow Park (BGY)
Led by Rocio Rodriguez

Water Acclamation Experience
2024-08-21 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Sussex YMCA, 20080 Church Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971, United States
August 12, 14, 19 and 21
These water acclamation experiences are designed for water enthusiasts who may be “red band swimmers” and/or those unfamiliar. This is a free program for kids and adults ages 4 and up.
Starting times will be 5, 5:45, and 6:30.
Interested in volunteering? Contact us: (302) 510 – 1270.

Brandywine Social Club - Bowling with Autism Delaware
2024-08-21 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Bowlerama, 3031 New Castle Ave, New Castle, DE, 19720, United States
Calling all Social Club members! Join us for a great night of bowling with Autism Delaware. Cost: $4.25/game and FREE Shoe Rental

The Brandywine Social Club is for Adults with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities. Participants enjoy social activities as a group both at the Brandywine YMCA and around Wilmington.

Interested in joining? Contact Davina Anderson (danderson@ymcade.org) for more information.
The annual fee is $40

Pizza by the Outdoor Pool
2024-08-22 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
What’s better than pizza? Pizza by the pool at the Western Family YMCA Pool Complex! Join us for a fun-filled day of swimming, splashing, and enjoying delicious pizza with friends and family. It’s the perfect recipe for summer fun! Don’t forget your swimsuits and appetite—see you by the pool!

Teen Nights in the YDC
2024-08-23 16:45 - 20:00 UTC | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Join our YMCA staff for fun activities, games and guest speakers while learning tools to become the leaders of tomorrow. (Age 12-17)

Parents Night Out
2024-08-23 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Drop your kids off at the YMCA and enjoy an evening out! Your kids will enjoy games, pizza, group activities and more! (Age 3-11)
$25 per child | $15 per additional sibling

Summer Teen Nights (Grades 6 - 12)
2024-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Calling all teens grades 6-12! Join us on Fridays. Hang out, make new friends, play games, participate in fun activities, and make awesome memories.

July 12 – at the Hanby Outdoor Center 6 – 8 p.m.
July 26 – at the Brandywine YMCA 6 – 8 p.m.
August 9 – at the Hanby Outdoor Center 6 – 8 p.m.
August 23 – at the Hanby Outdoor Center 6 – 8 p.m.

Back to school supply giveaway
2024-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Dover YMCA, 1137 South State Street, Dover, DE, 19901
Are you ready for school? The Dover YMCA will hand out school supplies to anyone who needs them—first come, first served!

Active Older Adult Social (AOA) Club
2024-08-28 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Join Us for an Exciting Afternoon of Games and Socializing!
Come play Rummikub, cards, and Bunco while making new friends! Feel free to bring a snack or refreshment to share. The event is hosted by Stefanie Bowden and takes place in the Teen Center.
Event Details:

When: Last Wednesday of each month at 1 PM
Where: Brandywine YMCA Teen Center

Don’t miss out on the fun and camaraderie at the AOA Social Club!

Young at Heart Social Club
2024-08-30 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Middletown YMCA, 202 E. Cochran St, Middletown, DE, 19709, United States
AOA Social Club: Connect and Share!
Members, join us for a fun and engaging social gathering with fellow members. Feel free to bring a snack or refreshment to share. The event is hosted by Silvana in the Studio.
Event Details:

When: Last Friday of each month, 12 p.m.
Where: The Studio

For more information and monthly updates, check with the front desk.
Don’t miss out on the chance to connect and socialize at the AOA Social Club!

Float and Sound Healing Event
2024-08-30 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Dover YMCA, 1137 South State Street, Dover, DE, 19901
Yoga instructor Jess is hosting our last outdoor Float and Sound Healing Event for the summer!
REGISTER NOW!

End of Summer Pool Party
2024-08-31 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Saturday, August 31| time TBD
Join us at the outdoor pool for our End of Summer Party. Celebrate the end of summer with good times and family-friendly tunes at our outdoor pool. Don’t miss our last party of the season. We can’t wait to see you there!
Guest Policy:
All guests must purchase a guest pass and be accompanied by a member to be granted access.
Guest passes can be purchased by the member in person at the front desk.
All guests 18 and older MUST provide a state-approved photo ID.

End of Summer Pool Party
2024-08-31 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Dive into the fun at Western Y’s End of Summer Pool Party! Join us for splashing good times, cool tunes, and refreshing treats as we celebrate the end of an amazing summer and Aqua Zumba party from 12:30-1:30pm. Don’t miss out—grab your swimsuits and let’s make a splash!

End of Summer Pool Party
2024-08-31 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Hanby Outdoor Center, 35 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Join us for a party at the Hanby Outdoor Center and celebrate the end of Summer!

End of Summer Pool Party
2024-08-31 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Dover Outdoor Center, 825 Kenton Road, Dover, 19904, United States
Come out for an end-of-summer, back-to-school bash at the Dover Outdoor Pool!

End of Summer Pool Party
2024-08-31 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Middletown YMCA, 202 E. Cochran St, Middletown, DE, 19709, United States
Join us for one last stop for Summer! BBQ, games and music by the pool as we celebrate the end of Summer and GO BIG before we go home!

Deaf Awareness Month
2024-09-01 - 2024-09-30 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Did You Know?
April 8, 1864: President Abraham Lincoln signed the charter of Gallaudet University in Washington, the first school for the advanced education of the deaf and hard of hearing in the world.
Sign language is the fourth most popular language in the world.
To learn more: https://nationaldeafcenter.org/resources

Fall Demo Week
2024-09-02 - 2024-09-06 | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Join us as we preview our upcoming Small Group Training Classes!

Small Group Training & Les Mills Demo Week
2024-09-03 - 2024-09-06 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Check the app for our FREE demos to try some of our small group training classes, as well as our new Les Mills Limited Edition programs, including Strength Development and Shapes.

Grandparents Appreciation Weekend
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-08 | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Join us on Friday, September 6th and enjoy a healthy snack in honor of our grandparents! Our Kids Zone and Youth Fitness staff will have items to make cards for Grandparents all weekend.
On Sunday, September 8, Grandparents come for free and can bring grandkids for free!

Football Jersey Weekend
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-08 | Middletown YMCA, 202 E. Cochran St, Middletown, DE, 19709, United States
Kick off the Football Season by wearing your favorite team’s gear to the gym all weekend long!

Teen Night
2024-09-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-06 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Come out to the Brandywine Teen Center and bring your friends to enjoy a night of chill, laughs, food, and fun! Teens get pool time (must bring swimwear), work out in the Fitness Center, play basketball, or can JUST HANGOUT! Registration is not required, this event is open to the community. A parent/guardian must check you in. Teen Nights are FREE. YMCA membership is not required.

3rd Annual Sussex Family Y Putt-Putt Tournament
2024-09-06 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Jungle Jims, 36944 Country Club Rd., Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971, United States
Mark your calendars, details coming soon!

Grandparents Day
2024-09-08 | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Bring your grandparents to the Y for free fun! Grandparents get in free, and they can bring their grandkids along at no cost too. It’s a perfect way to enjoy some quality time together while staying active and having a blast!

Great Human Race 5K & International Food Festival
2024-09-08 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Western YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE, 19711
Join us in partnership with the West Wilmington Seventh Day Adventist Church, as we get to know one another and celebrate what unites us as a community. Walk or run in our Great Human Race 5k, plus, enjoy a variety of foods from around the world, and entertainment for the entire family including international games, special global performances, moon bounce, photo booth, raffles & more!
Not interested in participating in the 5k but want to come to the Food Festival? No problem! Tickets for the International Food Festival are available for non 5k participants.
Register Here!

International Food Festival Tickets
Adult: $10 | Youth: $5
Great Human Race 5K
Race Cost (includes Food Festival)

Adult: $25/ person in advance ($30 day of event)
Student (Under 18): $20/person in advance ($25 day of event)

Race Time: Race starts at 10 am. Registration opens at 9 am.
Location: Western Family YMCA
Registration Includes:

Free admission to the International Food Festival
Tee shirts for all pre-registered runners and walkers
1-week Guest Pass to the Western Family YMCA – Join the Y the day of the event and get October for FREE!
Post-race refreshments (including Beer for those over age 21 years)

Sponsorships are also available!
Contact Chelsea Finch for details at cfinch@ymcade.org, or 302-709-9622.

Fall 1 Programs Begin
2024-09-09 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Guess what? It’s not too late to jump into our Fall 1 program! There’s still time to register and join in on the fun.
Register in-person or online here.

Brandywine Social Club Planning Meeting
2024-09-10 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Bring dinner and eat with friends. Snacks and drinks provided. Paratransit pick-up at 8 p.m.
Brandywine Social Club serves adults with developmental/intellectual disabilities in New Castle County. Members enjoy activities at the Y and around town, like Bowling with Autism Delaware, dinners at local restaurants, movies, picnics, and more! For more information, email Davina Anderson.
