Welcome to the Keene Family YMCA Blog
Below you’ll find all of the articles, news releases, event updates, and more that we’ve published to provide you with the information you need to ensure you have a great experience at the Y. We’re here to help you on your wellness journey and as such, you’ll also find tips and tricks to help you achieve your goals.
Mental Health Community Care at the Y
Mental Health Community Care at the Y In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the Keene Family YMCA is encouraging community members to…
Take the Pledge to Put Phones Down When Around Water this Summer
It seems like such a quick moment to respond to a text, answer an email or make a quick list, but quick actions can quickly become major distractions. And distractions around the water can have major consequences.
Celebrating Freedom on Juneteenth
Join us as we celebrate freedom with a variety of events and activities!
Find Your Potential with Personal Training at the Keene Family YMCA
At the Y, personal training is about more than just exercise. It’s about having expert guidance, personalized support, and a plan designed specifically for your goals.
Find Connection, Support, and Renewal at the Mental Health Resource Fair
The fourth annual Mental Health Resource Fair is designed to inspire connection, encourage self-care, and provide access to vital local resources.
Helping Kids Stay Safe in the Digital Space: Keene Family YMCA Leads Five Days of Action®
In today’s connected world, kids are spending more time in the digital space than ever – learning, playing, and communicating. With that comes the need for vigilance and awareness.
Your Voice Matters: Join the YMCA Advocates Action Network
At the Y, we talk a lot about strengthening community. Every day, we do that through programs that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. But there’s another powerful way we create change – one that happens beyond our walls.
Make an Impact: Support the Keene Family YMCA’s Mission Auction
The Sneaker Ball is just around the corner! Even if you can’t attend, you can still show your support through the Y’s Mission Auction.
Kick Off a Healthy, Active Summer at Healthy Kids Day
Healthy Kids Day is a free, annual event featuring a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season.
Your Guide to YMCA Summer Camp: Answers to Parents’ Most Common Questions
Sending your child to summer camp is exciting – but it also comes with a lot of questions. Parents want to know what a typical day looks like, how safety is handled, and whether their child will feel comfortable and supported.
What to Wear to the 2026 Sneaker Ball: Tuscan Nights Style Guide
This year’s theme — Tuscan Nights — invites guests to channel the warmth, elegance, and relaxed charm of an evening in the Italian countryside.
What is Ninja Training? A Complete Guide to the Ninja Program at the Keene Family YMCA
Inspired by the obstacles you’ve seen on American Ninja Warrior, our program blends strength, agility, problem-solving, and confidence-building into one high-energy experience.