Free outdoor fitness classes return starting July 5 in Raymond Park. EVANSTON, ILLINOIS — McGaw YMCA is offering a variety of free outdoor fitness classes this summer. This series of fitness classes is designed to encourage physical activity and community well-being by providing greater access to fitness offerings in public spaces. Parent and Child fitness – Mondays, Tuesdays, and […]
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SAVINGS EXTENDED: Join the Y and Pay $0 Joiner Fee
June 16, 2022
Find What Moves You. Find Your Y. At the Y, you’ll find countless opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. All it takes is one first step! Find what moves you and join today with a $0 joining fee. Take A Tour: Are you interested in a 30-minute virtual or in-person tour of […]
McGaw YMCA Partners with Arthritis Foundation for Walk with Ease 6-Week Program
June 10, 2022
Take a step in the right direction The McGaw YMCA is partnering with the Arthritis Foundation for Walk with Ease, a free six-week community program that can help reduce pain and improve overall health, flexibility, strength and stamina just by walking. Walk with Ease is conducted in a group setting by a certified leader. Participants […]
Join the Y and Pay $0 Joiner Fee
June 1, 2022
Find What Moves You. Find Your Y. At the Y, you’ll find countless opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. All it takes is one first step! Find what moves you and join today with a $0 joining fee. Take A Tour: Are you interested in a 30-minute virtual or in-person tour of […]
An Important Message from Monique
May 25, 2022
Dear McGaw YMCA community, We are not okay. Over the past few weeks, our neighbors across the country and here in Evanston have endured countless acts of hateful violence, many of which were racially motivated. Whether it’s the nooses found hanging outside of Haven Middle School, the attacks targeting Black people in a Buffalo, NY, […]
McGaw YMCA Releases Community Impact Report for 2020 and 2021
May 24, 2022
EVANSTON, IL — Today, the McGaw YMCA released its combined 2020 and 2021 Community Impact Report, highlighting the ways in which we have adapted and innovated to address the needs of our community over the past two challenging years. Since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have worked tirelessly to provide creative solutions […]
OFFER EXTENDED! Join the Y and Pay $0 Joiner Fee
May 18, 2022
SAVINGS EXTENDED! Find What Moves You. Find Your Y. At the Y, you’ll find countless opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. All it takes is one first step! Find what moves you and join today with a $0 joining fee. Take A Tour: Are you interested in a 30-minute virtual or in-person […]
COVID-19 Safety Protocols Update: Masks Required Due to High Community Level
May 13, 2022
On Thursday, May 12, the City of Evanston reported that Evanston’s Community Risk Level is now “high” as described in this situation report. In response to the increase in community spread, effective immediately, McGaw YMCA will require masks for everyone over the age of 2 in all our facilities, regardless of vaccination status. This masking […]
A Look Inside: New Model Room for Men’s Residence
May 10, 2022
EVANSTON, ILLINOIS (MAY 9, 2022) — McGaw YMCA revealed a new model room for the Men’s Residence Renovation Project. McGaw Y Board Chair Janine Hill and President/CEO Monique Parsons welcomed guests to tour the new room along with special guest Jonathan Nieuwsma, Council Member for the 4th Ward where the YMCA is located. The […]
COVID-19 Safety Protocols Update
May 10, 2022
Effective May 11, 2022, McGaw YMCA will be moving to mask-optional in our 1000 Grove Street facility. Masks will be highly recommended, but not required, for all McGaw Y employees, members, residents, volunteers, program participants and visitors. Masks will still be required for employees, volunteers, and program participants age 2 and older at Kids Club […]