Kid & Teen Activities

… grade at dozens of locations across the Twin Cities. Summer Programs For the summer, children in preschool through eighth grade can enjoy …

Summer Water Safety for Kids

Summer Water Safety for Kids … to the water is a favorite kid-friendly activity in the summer. Although our natural landscape is full of … situation. Before you head out on the water this summer, celebrate Water Safety Awareness Month in May by …

Summer Skincare

Summer Skincare A quick … one of the top ways Minnesotans like to spend the summer. This time of year, protecting your skin is more … on for a quick guide to keeping your skin healthy all summer … Protect against sun damage The …

Eating healthy all summer long

Eating healthy all summer long In a season … you stick with nutritious habits. Try these 10 tips this summer: Eat before you go to an event, so you … that are purely or largely comprised of fruits or veggies—summer brings a bounty of fresh produce like corn on the cob …

Grades K Through Five

… regular school days, on school release days and during the summer. … or a whole week. Find school release day locations . Summer Programs Explore the variety of Y age-appropriate Summer Programs at over 60 locations. Summer Programs …

Healthy swaps for summer’s favorite foods

Healthy swaps for summer’s favorite foods … that won’t leave you feeling like you missed out on summer. With fewer calories per serving and more of the … instead, and enjoy all the creamy goodness of your favorite summer salad, guilt-free.  Instead of: Beef …

Plan Your Summer Staycation

Plan Your Summer Staycation … battle the traffic to get out of town? Stick around for a summer staycation in the Twin Cities. There are oodles of … an event From farmers markets to festivals to fairs, summer in the Twin Cities is packed with celebrations and …

Back to Routine: Re-establishing Healthy Habits After Summer

Back to Routine: Re-establishing Healthy Habits After Summer Summer often brings a welcome break from … to support overall health. Reconnect Socially If summer disrupted your social routine, now's the time to …

YMCA Offers Tips for Safe Swimming for Fourth of July Holiday and Summer

… Tips for Safe Swimming for Fourth of July Holiday and Summer Minneapolis, … pools during the Fourth of July holiday and throughout the summer months. As we continue to manage the pandemic … A simple tip for parents near any kind of water this summer is to take the Water Watcher pledge. As a Water …

YMCA Offers Tips for Safe Swimming for Fourth of July Holiday Weekend and Summer

… for Safe Swimming for Fourth of July Holiday Weekend and Summer Minneapolis, … the Fourth of July holiday weekend and throughout the summer months. As we continue to manage the pandemic … A simple tip for parents near any kind of water this summer is to take the Water Watcher pledge. As a Water …