Events
At the Y, we’re committed to hosting a variety of family-friendly events throughout the year. It’s a way to bring people together and to strengthen our community. Scroll down to learn more about upcoming events at the Y!
Safe Sitter Essentials (grades 6-8)
DATES/TIMES:
Friday, March 24, 9am-4pm (1 day class)
April 24 & 26, 12:30-4pm (2day class)
June 16, 9am-4pm (1 day class)
LOCATION: Keene Family YMCA, Community Room
COST: Family Members $85 | Members $90 | Community $125
This course is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. The instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises.
Ben Jackson: Wrestler, Athlete, Inspiration
DATE/TIME: Thursday, March 30, 2023
LOCATION: Keene Family YMCA Gymnasium
COST: Free
Sneaker Ball
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 1, 2023
LOCATION: Keene Family YMCA
COST: Individual $75 | Table for 10 $650
It’s no joke… Sneaker Ball is back! The Keene Family YMCA’s annual fundraising gala returns. This year’s theme: “A Knight of Medieval Foolery.” Guests will enjoy fine food, good friends, music, dancing, and best of all, an opportunity to strengthen community by helping to ensure that everyone has access to the YMCA’s potentially life-changing programs and services.
Keene Family YMCA Annual Meeting
DATE/TIME: Tuesday, April 4, 2023 | 6:00-7:00pm
LOCATION: Keene Family YMCA
COST: Free and open to the public
All are invited to attend the Keene Family YMCA’s 2023 Annual Meeting. Refreshments will be provided.
Our agenda will include:
- State of the YMCA
- Recognition of outgoing Board members
- Welcoming incoming Board members
- Volunteer & Staff recognition
- Awards presentations
Easter Egg Hunt - In the Pool!
DATE/TIME: Friday, April 7, 2023 | 6:00-8:00pm
LOCATION: Keene Family YMCA
COST: Family Members $3 | Members $5 | Community $7
Hunt for easter eggs in the pool, then stick around for Family Open Swim with the pool slide! This event is designed for kids ages 2-12.
Space is limited – click here to register today!
Teen Night Out!
DATE/TIME: Friday, April 14, 2023 | 7:30-10:30pm
LOCATION: Keene Family YMCA
COST: Free for all Middle & High School students
We’re having a Pool Party! April’s Teen Night Out event at the Y will feature swimming, access to the pool slide, music, gym games and more. Pizza and snacks will be available for sale.
Space is limited – click here to register today!
Teen Excursion: Interskate 91
DATE/TIME: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 | 2:30-9:15pm
LOCATION: Interskate 91, Hadley, MA
COST: $35/person
This excursion is open to teens ages 11-18. The cost includes transportation from the Y to Interskate 91 and back, admission, skates and two rounds of laser tag. Participants must bring comfortable clothes, sneakers, snacks, water bottle and a bagged dinner.
Teen Excursion: New England Aquarium
DATE/TIME: Thursday, April 27, 2023 | 7:00am-5:00pm
LOCATION: New England Aquarium, Boston, MA
COST: $45/person
This excursion is open to teens ages 11-18. The cost includes transportation from the Y to the aquarium and back, admission, and an IMAX movie. Participants must bring snacks, water bottle, bagged lunch, comfortable walking shoes, entertainment for the bus, and money for the gift shop (optional).