YOUR
HOLIDAY
HOME!
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2014
Program Guide
NEW BRITAIN-BERLIN YMCA
THE SEASON OF
GIVING...
What if all the Black Friday money we spent
on dollar store garland and low-end
electronics went somewhere different this
year? What if we took just a small portion of
that cash and used it to help people in need?
What if the next time you came to the Y, you
knew that family playing basketball was
only here because your gift made it
possible? Maybe your holiday season would
feel extra special this year.
ymca.net/give
We’re more than a gym. We’re a cause.
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YOUTH SPORTS
Alton F. Brooks Youth Basketball League
Are you looking for a competitive basketball league
for your athlete in Grade 3 and Up?
Check out the Alton F. Brooks Youth Basketball
League at the New Britain-Berlin YMCA! This is a
co-ed league with a weekly practice & Saturday
games. It’s the perfect next level of play after our
Y-Youth Sports programs.
All the action takes place at the New Britain-Berlin
Y gym, 50 High St. in New Britain. The League
starts in December and runs thru March 2015. For
more information call the Y at (860) 229-3787.
Mighty Might’s Parent & Me
A great way for parent & child to interact while
learning a variety of sports & recreational
activities. Hand-eye coordination, motor skill
development, listening to directions, and teamwork
will be emphasized.
Age 3 with Parent or Adults
Saturday 9:00-9:45am
Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln St, Kensington.
Full Member: $47
Program Member: $52
Non Member: $62
Pee Wee Sports Spectacular
A great introduction to a variety of
sports! Participants will get to play a different
activity each week, including kickball, soccer, whiffle
ball, basketball, and more! Participants are required
to wear sneakers and comfortable clothes.
Ages 4-5 years
Saturday 10:00am-11:00am
Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln St, Kensington.
Full Member: $47
Program Member: $52
Non Member: $62
Basketball
A great introduction to this popular sport! Basic
skills are taught and FUN is emphasized. The first
few weeks are spent developing skills, with games
throughout the remaining weeks.
Rookies (Gr K-1/Ages 5&6) Saturday 11:30am-12:30pm
Winners (Gr 2-3/Ages 7&8) Saturday 12:30-1:30pm
Mooreland Hill School Gym
166 Lincoln St, Kensington, CT
Full Member: $47
Program Member: $52
Non Member: $62
Find all Youth and Family Programs at:
nbbymca.org/program/youth-and-family
All Classes run for 7 weeks beginning the week
of November 1st and ending the week of
December 20th. (No programs Thanksgiving
weekend)
Are you on Twitter? So are we! Follow us for the latest program information,
pictures, and tips! @nbbymca #YouKnowYouWantTo
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VOLUNTEER
HOLIDAY TIME IS A GREAT TIME TO INTRODUCE
YOUR FAMILY TO THE JOYS OF GIVING AND
VOLUNTEERING. CHECK OUT OUR MANY
OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE YOUR TIME AND
TALENTS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON.
THANKSGIVING RESIDENTS’ DINNER
THE Y HOUSES 88 MEN IN OUR 3RD AND 4TH FLOOR RESIDENCE. WE ARE LOOKING
FOR MONITARY DONATIONS TO HELP PROVIDE THEM WITH A THANKSGIVING
MEAL, AS WELL AS VOLUNTEERS TO HELP DISTRIBUTE THESE MEALS FOR THE
HOLIDAY.
CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST
EACH YEAR THE Y HOSTS CHRISTMAS MORNING BREAKFAST FOR OUR WONDERFUL
MALE RESIDENTS WHO ARE NOT ABLE TO BE WITH THEIR FAMILIES. WE ARE
LOOKING FOR MONITARY DONATIONS TO HELP PROVIDE THEM WITH A CHRISTMAS
DAY MEAL, AS WELL AS VOLUNTEERS TO HELP SERVE IT.
GIVING TUESDAY PHONE-A-THON
AFTER BLACK FRIDAY AND CYBER MONDAY COMES “GIVING TUESDAY”. THIS IS A
CHANCE FOR THE PUBLIC TO DONATE TO THEIR FAVORITE CHARITY. WE ARE
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO HELP MAKE PHONE CALLS ON BEHALF OF THE Y.
THE FUNDS RAISED WILL GO TO HELP LOCAL CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN NEED THIS
HOLIDAY SEASON.
If you are interested in volunteering at one of our wonderful holiday events, please
contact:
Desiree Agosto, Community Development Manager
860 229-3787 or [email protected]
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Parents’ Night Out
Parents: Take advantage of this great opportunity
to have a night off...without the kids! YMCA staff
will provide an entertaining, supervised night of fun
activities for your children while you enjoy your
evening out!
Live Y’ers Senior Luncheon
Seniors: Join us for an hour of food and fellowship
as we gather to discuss our monthly Y Happenings.
Held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, our Live
Y’ers Luncheon is a great way to meet new friends
and learn about YMCA activities!
Open to children in grades K-5.
Wednesday, November 19th & December 17th
11:00am-12:00pm
Check the Senior Board for trip locations.
Preregistration is required. Members and Non
Members welcome! All the action takes place at the
New Britain-Berlin YMCA Youth & Teen Center
362 Main St., in Berlin.
Fri. Nov. 14th
Fri. Dec. 12th
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
$15.00 for 1 child
$10.00 for 2nd child
Tinsel Fun Run
Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2014
Berlin High School, 139 Patterson Way, Berlin
Distance: 2 miles
Preregistration: $15
Race Day Registration: $20
Member Price: FREE
Non Member Price: $5
Register Today at the Welcome Center!
New Britain Youth Theater
The YMCA is home to the New Britain Youth
Theater. NBYT has many wonderful programs
planned for this fall and is offering great discounts
to Y Members!
To learn about upcoming theater offerings, visit
nbyt.org or nbbymca.org/youth-theater.
Join us for the Y’s Annual Tinsel Fun Run! Dress
your family in your favorite holiday costumes and
we'll see you at the race!
For information and easy online registration, visit
www.nbbymca.org/tinsel-fun-run
Has the Y made an impact on your loved ones? Help us do the same for others!
Your donations go directly towards providing a positive experience to families in
need.
Donate Today by visiting www.ymca.net/give
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LESSONS & LEARNING!
www.nbbymca.org
ARTS AND HUMANITIES
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
The Y offers 30-Minute Private Music Lessons to musicians of all ages
and abilities. Our talented teachers will build a package that is perfect
for you in a relaxed, low-pressure environment.
We currently offer lessons for:
Piano, Bass Guitar, Guitar, Drums, and Voice.
CONTINUING KARATE
Looking to teach your child respect, self discipline, coordination,
positive behavior, confidence, patience, cooperation, and
responsibility? Enroll now in Valenti Karate's Continuing Karate
program offered twice a week, and watch your child's pride, self
esteem, fitness, and integrity grow! Class meets Monday and
Wednesday from 5:15-6:15pm.
Lessons are scheduled at the mutual convenience of the student and
the teacher.
Members: $75/month
Non Members: $100/month
Members: $15/lesson
Program Members: $25/lesson
Non Members: $27/lesson
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
The Y has Group Swim Lessons perfect for every level and ability. Our
Fall Session runs November 3rd-December 20th, 2014. Class times vary
based on skill level.
To schedule your private lesson, contact Eric R. Hutchinson at
860-229-3787 or [email protected].
Lesson Rates: (7 Classes)
CRAFTY KIDS
Ages 6-10 years
Be creative and have lots of fun making a variety of crafts. Each
week participants will make something new. Class runs for 6 weeks.
Members: $30
Program Members: $40
Non Members: $50
362 Main St, Berlin, CT
Saturdays 9:30-10:30am
Nov. 1, 8, 5, 22 Dec. 6, 13
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Private Swim Lessons are a great way to learn at your own pace and on
your own schedule. Our private lessons are scheduled at the mutual
convenience of the student and teacher. Each lesson is 45 minutes and
lessons come in bundles of 4 or 8 classes.
Members: $40
Program Members: $45
Non Members: $55
4 CLASS BUNDLE:
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN
Ages 6-10 years
Come join this exciting new class and learn to make easy food
recipes while having fun! Participants will learn kitchen safety, how
to prepare ingredients, measure, and other useful cooking tips. A
great class for the beginner cook! At the end of the session all
participants will get to take home their very own cookbook with the
recipes taught from class!
Class runs for 6 weeks.
362 Main St. Berlin, CT
Saturdays 11:00am-12:00pm
Nov. 1, 8, 5, 22 Dec. 6, 13
Members: $40
Program Members: $45
Non Members: $55
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Members: $50
Program Members: $70
Non Members: $90
8 CLASS BUNDLE:
Members: $80
Program Members: $100
Non Members: $120
MEMBER SERVICES
CHILDCARE
MASSAGE THERAPY
The New Britain-Berlin YMCA now offers private massage appointments
in our new massage therapy facility! We have the following packages
available:
BERLIN BEFORE & AFTER CARE
Join us at the Y’s NEW Marjorie Moore Youth and Teen Center.
Connecticut State Certified Head Teachers oversee the site’s activities
and daily maintenance. Our well-trained and qualified staff will engage
the children in a wide variety of activities that include sports time, arts
and crafts, team building activities, outdoor time, cooperative games
and more. Our programs focus on the fundamentals of the YMCA core
values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Before, after and
combo care provided for the following schools: Griswold, Hubbard,
Willard and Mooreland Hill. For more information please contact the
New Britain-Berlin YMCA at 860-229-3787.
One 30 Minute Massage: $35
Three 30 Minute Massages: $90
Five 30 Minute Massages: $140
One 1 Hour Massage: $65
Three 1 Hour Massages: $175
Five 1 Hour Massages: $280
One 90 Minute Massage: $90
Three 90 Minute Massages: $250
Five 90 Minute Massages: $400
Call the Welcome Center to book your perfect package today!
PERSONAL TRAINING
You can now have your very own personal trainer right here at the Y!
This is a great way to exercise on a one on one basis and set personal
fitness goals that are right for YOU. We have the following packages
available:
1 Hour Session: $29
Five 1 Hour Sessions $129
Ten 1 Hour Sessions: $199
1 Hour Group Session: $15
Five 1 Hour Group Sessions: $55
Ten 1 Hour Group Sessions: $99
To schedule your Personal Training Session, call the Welcome Center!
THE HART HOUSE RESIDENCE
The Hart House is home to 88 adult male Members In Residence and
provides a caring, clean, safe, affordable and enjoyable experience to
those in need. The Hart House is designed for single, working men
interested in short or long term housing. Each single-occupancy room is
furnished with a dresser, closet, bed, and desk. Each floor features
community showers, restrooms, coin-operated laundry and a microwave
room. Our rooms are cable ready and free wifi is available on site.
NEW BRITAIN BEFORE & AFTER CARE
We now offer Before and After School Care right in the New Britain
Public Schools! The YMCA is making it easier to provide a fun-filled,
activity-packed , professionally supervised Before and After Care option
for the children of New Britain. Schools include: Gaffney, Smalley,
Holmes, Smith, Jefferson, Vance, Lincoln, Chamberlain, and Northend.
For more information, contact our Youth and Family Director, Donelle
Daigle at [email protected]
FULL DAY CARE
Our NEW Childcare and Program Center offers a wide variety of full-day
and half-day childcare options for:
Infants
Toddlers
Preschool (Three’s)
and Pre K (Four’s and Five’s)
Research has shown that enrolling in Preschool helps children develop
social skills, improve speech, and prepare for Kindergarten. To enroll
your child, call the Welcome Center or visit us at 10 Chamberlain
Highway, Berlin, CT!
Childcare Center
860-828-6559
Members In Residence Rates:
Weekly: $170
Monthly: $560
To learn more about the Hart House Residence, contact Marci Moskal
at 860-229-3787.
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NEW BRITAIN-BERLIN YMCA
Management Team
New Britain-Berlin YMCA
50 High St
New Britain, CT 06051
860 229-3787
860 225-8063
www.nbbymca.org
CEO
Sr. Director of Healthy Living
Sr. Director of Youth Development
Director of Membership & Marketing
Youth and Family Director
Aquatics Director
Childcare Center Director
Community Development Manager
Health and Wellness Director
Healthy Living Coordinator
Director of Finance
Business Manager
Administration Manager
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Rich McCarty
Marci Moskal
Leisa Pasquariello
Eric R. Hutchinson
Donelle Daigle
Kristen Reeder
Sarah Chambers
Desiree Agosto
Elizabeth Mashiak
Josh Kosakowski
Jim O’Connell
Cathy Capsalors
Patrycja Ferenc