Mountain Mist Day Camp

We need your help! We are trying to win this year’s “Readers’ Choice” contest from the Record-Journal. The nomination round is happening now through June 5. The top 5 will go through to the voting round in July and August. It would be great if you could please take a moment to nominate us.

You can nominate every day, so please come back and nominate daily! Please vote for us here: https://www.ctinsider.com/recordjournal/best/vote

Here are the categories where we can be nominated. If you do not see our name already listed you can submit it.

✅ Community Organization
Education | Health & Wellbeing | Human Services | Youth Sports
✅ Kids & Education
Preschool| Day Care
Early Learning Center| Tutor
After School Care| Martial Arts
Dance School | Day Camp
✅ Health & Beauty
Fitness Center/Gym | Weight Loss Center
✅Professional Services - Dance Studio

Thank you!

Join us on June 12 for the Night of Stars Charity Benefit at the Mountain Mist Outdoor Center! Celebrate and support the Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA's mission with an evening of fun, entertainment, and giving back. We are thrilled to honor our star of the night, Sister Georgeann Vumbaco! 🌟

Get your tickets now! 🎟️ Tickets are $50 for one and $90 for two. Remember, tickets will not be sold at the door. Purchase them at the Meriden YMCA front desk, over the phone at 203.235.6386, or online at 21 and older to attend.https://www.meridenymca.org/night-of-stars/

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Learn to swim now and be ready for summer fun. The next session of swim lessons starts May 9. Sign up now to save your spot! Call 203-235-6386.
https://www.meridenymca.org/programs/swimming/group-lessons/

Summer means friendships that last a lifetime. Join us at Mountain Mist Day Camp and meet your new best friends in a place where fun never ends! Camp scholarships are available for those who qualify. Visit our website and apply today.

https://www.meridenymca.org/programs/camp/pricing/camp-scholarships/

What keeps our buildings standing? How does a bird make a nest to withstand storms? How do bridges hold thousands of pounds of weight? Students will get to investigate the answers to these questions and more in our Building and Structures STEM program starting on May 11. The program includes hands-on building and creating not only bridges and bird nests, but much more! https://ow.ly/TYK950YTB8g

Learn to swim now and be ready for summer fun. The next session of swim lessons starts May 9. Sign up now to save your spot! Call 203-235-6386.
https://www.meridenymca.org/programs/swimming/group-lessons/

Today's the day! Show your Y spirit and come march with us in the Daffodil Parade!
WHAT: The Meriden Daffodil Festival Parade
WHEN: Saturday May 2, 2026. Parade starts at 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Castle Drive, position 12
WEAR: Wear your Y apparel or a green or yellow shirt. Bring a water bottle.
BUS & PARKING: Park in the garage at the Meriden Mall at 470 Lewis Avenue. Bus pickup is on the first level. Look for the bus sign for Parade Marchers. Get on the bus by 10:45 a.m. March with us then enjoy the festival. Shuttle buses will be running from Hubbard Park back to the parking garage until 9:00 p.m.

Show your Y spirit and come march with us in the Daffodil Parade tomorrow!
WHAT: The Meriden Daffodil Festival Parade
WHEN: Saturday May 2, 2026. Parade starts at 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Castle Drive, position 12
WEAR: Wear your Y apparel or a green or yellow shirt. Bring a water bottle.
BUS & PARKING: Park in the garage at the Meriden Mall at 470 Lewis Avenue. Bus pickup is on the first level. Look for the bus sign for Parade Marchers. Get on the bus by 10:45 a.m. March with us then enjoy the festival. Shuttle buses will be running from Hubbard Park back to the parking garage until 9:00 p.m.

See you tomorrow at the parade!

Here's a look back at the Daffodil Parade! We are so excited for Saturday! Come march with the Y. Meet at Castle Drive position 12 by 11:00 AM. Parade steps off at 11:30 AM.