YMCA of the North Blog

Families welcome to attend open houses to see the new child care center, meet the teachers and learn more about the program

The Blaisdell and Hiawatha sites of the YMCA will hold its 47th Annual Operation Holiday Baskets with Roosevelt High School on Friday, December 21.

Studies show volunteerism improves overall health by strengthening the body, improving mood and lessening stress in participants.

The YMCA of the North recently purchased Timberwolf Lodge and Northern Lights Lodge and Resort on Bear Island Lake in Babbitt, Minnesota, to create the Y’s second family camp named YMCA Camp Northern Lights.

Camp Northern Lights sits on 115 acres at the edge of the Boundary Waters.

Y sharing tips to stay fit during the holiday season

Nine out of ten homeless youth had experienced at least one adverse childhood experience.

Find out why people get so “pumped up” about a barbell class. 

One family’s remarkable ties to Camp Icaghowan.

When you define what your legacy will be and act upon it, you gain a sense of meaning and purpose.

The YCMA of the Greater Twin Cities is selling Christmas trees at four lots throughout the metro

The YMCA of the North is selling Christmas trees at four local tree lots starting in November.

According to Wilder Research, on any given night in Minnesota, over 6,000 youth are homeless with less than 100 youth shelter beds available.

The entertainment at the YMCA of the North Gala was as diverse as the programs offered by the Y.

It’s time for a great annual tradition—the Y has been selling Christmas trees since 1938.

The YMCA of the North will offer veterans, active military members, and their families a $1 enrollment fee and no membership dues until January 2019 when they join the Y on Veteran’s Day weekend.

The YMCA of the North offers a variety of classes that include physical fitness, social activities and more. All are free for YMCA members. Classes include aerobics, strength training, balance, yoga, dance, group cycle, water exercise and much more.

Surprise national recognition for Marine Ken Johnson Jr. receiving Series Honorman Award 41 years later for his 60th birthday at YMCA in Hudson

Watch how the Hudson YMCA recognized a local veteran on his birthday.

The vibrantly colored sweet potatoes and the artichokes in this dish are flavorful and rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber.

Challenge your body to be as strong as a farm kid in this innovative Group Exercise class.

Changing lives—yesterday, today and tomorrow

Use a slow cooker to make this hearty cool weather meal. It is chockful of flavor, healthy fiber and beneficial spices.

Tip: Common herbs and spices don’t just make your food taste better – they offer potent health benefits that make you feel better too.

According to the Afterschool Alliance, one in five children do not have someone to care for them after school.

CycleHealth will host its Resilinator Adventure Race for buddy pairs on Sunday, October 28, at Hyland Lake Park Reserve in partnership with the Three Rivers Park District.

The fun festivities celebrated the mission of the Y

A new Hy-Vee at the West St. Paul YMCA location among changes to Robert Street in West St. Paul.

The YMCA of the North will host the second annual all-city flag football tournament on Saturday, October 13 and a free basketball clinic on Sunday, October 14.

The couple started a website and a Facebook group to share their obsession.

Hy-vee plans to open a location on the YMCA West St. Paul property.

The YMCA announced grocery chain Hy-Vee wants to purchase the West St. Paul YMCA property.

A multi-year gift will help children, families and seniors in our community.

The "Active Aging Week" at the YMCA is focused on committing to healthy aging and helping seniors.

Ramp up your overall wellness by taking time to slow down.

Pass along values that are important to you.

Data shows participants in some of the YMCA's after-school programs were more than twice as likely to graduate high school in four years as compared to their peers who were not enrolled.

The YMCA of the North will host its 13th annual Gathering to celebrate seniors living healthy lifestyles on Monday, September 17 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

YMCA of the North will host the annual National Youth Project Using Minibikes (NYPUM) Rodeo.

Making your own protein snacks is an easy way to ensure more wholesome ingredients and less fillers.

These wholesome no-bake snacks are tasty and nourishing and so easy the kids can help make them!

Tip: Refuel post-workout with snacks that boost performance and nourish while they replenish.

Getting to know Alana Kniefel

Y's 'Get Outdoors' promotes nature to help cure modern-day maladies.

Learn how the YMCA partnered with Good in the Hood to combat food insecurity in the Twin Cities.

Learn how to have a healthy fun time at the Minnesota State Fair.

Families welcome to attend open houses to see the new child care center, meet the teachers and learn more about the program

CycleHealth will host its annual BreakAway Kids Tri on Saturday, August 18 at Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove.

The YMCA of the North is partnering with Good in the ‘Hood and its Shoe Away Hunger program.