Did you know that one of the most destructive things for your heart and blood vessels is having elevated blood sugar? High glucose levels severely damage your blood vessels, leading to increased heart attack and stroke risks.    The Y has proven programs for people with increasingly higher blood sugar (prediabetes) and those who already have high blood sugar (type 2 diabetes).  

Did you know that Black History Month has roots associated with the YMCA? In 1915, Carter G. Woodson, a University of Chicago alumnus, arrived in Chicago to attend a national celebration of the 50th anniversary of emancipation sponsored by the state of Illinois.  

From February 1 – 5, Y members and past camp participants can register early, before the public, for the 2023 day camp season. Early registration for specialty camps, which include our specialty camps (sports, tumble/cheer, and fine arts camps), runs from February 8 - 12.