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How MetaMedia middle school program at the YMCA provides mentorship, builds memories
May 11, 2026
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Published by The Evanston RoundTable on May 10, 2026 by Belinda Lichty Clarke MetaMedia, a signature middle school initiative of the McGaw YMCA, is a place for students to discover and “become.” With a wood shop, music studio, computer lab and beanbags, it is a happy haven humming with activity. […]

Why Summer Swim Lessons at the Y Make a Difference
May 4, 2026

At McGaw YMCA, the pool is more than a place to swim; it’s a place to grow. Each year, hundreds of children and adults in Evanston’s lakefront community gain confidence and connection through the Y’s swim lessons program, learning skills that last a lifetime. The Y’s approach to swim instruction […]

Phones Down, Eyes Up: YMCA Champions Water Safety in Evanston’s Lakefront Community
May 1, 2026

Evanston, IL – The McGaw Y is proud to support the launch of YMCA of the USA’s National Phones Down, Eyes Up™ campaign this May for National Water Safety Month, highlighting the importance of staying alert while enjoying time in and around the water. At the Y, water safety is a year-round priority. It only takes a quick glance at your phone to […]

YMCA Day of Giving to Celebrate 140 Years on May 7
April 30, 2026

McGaw YMCA announces the return of its annual Day of Giving on May 7, 2026, a one-day opportunity for the Evanston community to come together and help create brighter futures with local impact. In honor of McGaw YMCA’s 140th anniversary, this year’s goal is to rally 140 donors in just […]

Healthy Kids Day Brings Families Together at the Y
April 28, 2026

EVANSTON, IL. – Families from Evanston and surrounding areas came together on Saturday, April 25 for the McGaw YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day®, a high-energy, free event celebrating movement, wellness, and family fun. The day featured a wide range of activities designed to kick off a safe, healthy, and fun summer […]