NEWS

Staff Spotlight: Chantel
July 23, 2025
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Staff Spotlight: Meet Chantel, one of our amazing Lead Toddler Teachers at the McGaw YMCA Children’s Center! Chantel has been with the Y for 5.5 years, bringing heart, dedication, and a deep love for early childhood education to everything she does. From floater to Pre-K and Infant Teacher, Chantel’s journey […]

Improving Your Y: Annual Maintenance & Amenity Closures
July 18, 2025

Last Updated: 8/25/2025 To improve the member experience and ensure the ongoing care of our facilities, certain amenities at the Y will be temporarily unavailable during the dates listed below. We appreciate your understanding during this time and invite you to explore and enjoy some of our other offerings while […]

Reciprocity for Members During Pool Closures
July 18, 2025

Last Updated: 7/31/2025 Thanks to the generosity of our community partners, McGaw YMCA members will have the opportunity to swim at the following facilities during our annual pool closure period. To ensure the best experience for all, please review the details below prior to your visit. August 9 – 15: […]

Camp Echo Hosts Inaugural ETHS E/LEAD Cohort
July 15, 2025
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McGaw YMCA’s Camp Echo recently hosted the first cohort of Evanston Township High School’s (ETHS) new Evanston/Leadership Academy (E/LEAD) program for six days at camp. E/LEAD is a four-year, cohort-based program for rising freshmen at ETHS that emphasizes leadership identity development, academic enrichment, and preparation for life beyond high school […]

Registration Begins July 14 for School-Year Swim Lessons and Fall Sports
July 10, 2025
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Registration begins soon for our Fall Sports programs and School-Year Swim sessions. Mark your calendars and secure your spot early — spaces fill quickly!   School-Year Swim Lessons (September 8 – May 22):  Our school-year swim lessons are open to all ages, including children, teens, and adults. Whether you’re a […]