YMCA
noun
: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young men
—usually used with the
a member of the YMCA
—sometimes shortened informally to the Y
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The collaborative partnership also includes Community Passageways, The Boys and Girls Club of King County, and the YMCA of Greater Seattle.
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Spencer Pauley | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 July 2024
To name one of many examples, the American Red Cross standards that are good enough for New York State and YMCA pools haven’t been good enough for New York City.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 July 2024
The first lady had been with Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) in a mess hall at a YMCA camp, talking to children of military families, when the New York Times reported that her husband had privately mulled dropping out of the race.
—Jesús Rodríguez, Washington Post, 4 July 2024
The Williams, a 94-year-old building in Walnut Hills that used to house the W.J. Williams YMCA, features 29 apartments, including one setup that's getting attention on the social media platform.
—David Wysong, The Enquirer, 1 July 2024
Field of Flags Summer Celebration Date: July 3 Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Lowe’s YMCA, 170 Joe Knox Ave., Mooresville, NC 28117
Cost: Free
The celebration includes a field of more than 800 American flags, live music from N-Spire, food trucks and fireworks.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2024
As part of the annual event, sponsored by the YMCA of South Florida, Weston YMCA Family Center and city of Weston, all participants receive a finisher medal and race T-shirt.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2024
Baker said people without power can spend time outside in the shade or go to public places, such as the library or YMCA, for a respite.
—Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 26 June 2024
Moody, who also works as a YMCA director of administration, said her main motivation has been the physical and mental benefits the Inferno provides its players.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 26 June 2024
Spencer Pauley | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 July 2024
To name one of many examples, the American Red Cross standards that are good enough for New York State and YMCA pools haven’t been good enough for New York City.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 July 2024
The first lady had been with Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) in a mess hall at a YMCA camp, talking to children of military families, when the New York Times reported that her husband had privately mulled dropping out of the race.
—Jesús Rodríguez, Washington Post, 4 July 2024
The Williams, a 94-year-old building in Walnut Hills that used to house the W.J. Williams YMCA, features 29 apartments, including one setup that's getting attention on the social media platform.
—David Wysong, The Enquirer, 1 July 2024
Field of Flags Summer Celebration Date: July 3 Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Lowe’s YMCA, 170 Joe Knox Ave., Mooresville, NC 28117
Cost: Free
The celebration includes a field of more than 800 American flags, live music from N-Spire, food trucks and fireworks.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2024
As part of the annual event, sponsored by the YMCA of South Florida, Weston YMCA Family Center and city of Weston, all participants receive a finisher medal and race T-shirt.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2024
Baker said people without power can spend time outside in the shade or go to public places, such as the library or YMCA, for a respite.
—Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 26 June 2024
Moody, who also works as a YMCA director of administration, said her main motivation has been the physical and mental benefits the Inferno provides its players.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 26 June 2024
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YMCA
noun
: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young Christian men
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Young Men's Christian Association
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