Metuchen YMCA

What a wonderful way to celebrate another successful year of our ESL program! Participants came together to share food and friendships during a special end-of-year potluck, recognizing all they have accomplished through their hard work and dedication.

We are grateful to our students, volunteers, and instructors who make this program such a meaningful part of our community. We look forward to welcoming new and returning participants when our next ESL session begins in September 2026!

Learn more here: https://ymcaofmewsa.org/programs/community-programs/english-as-a-second-language

This Cancer Survivor Month, we are especially grateful to be able to host our LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA program. Every day, we see the strength, resilience, and determination of cancer survivors as they continue their recovery journey, and we are honored to be a part of that process.
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a FREE 12-week wellness program designed specifically for adult cancer survivors. Led by trained instructors, participants build strength, improve physical fitness, reduce fatigue, and connect with others who understand their experience, all in a supportive and welcoming environment.

This month, we celebrate every survivor and the incredible impact this program has on the lives of those we serve. 💛

This weekend, nearly 200 camp counselors came to Oakcrest for a full day of training as we prepare to kick off the summer camp season! Before every camp season, our staff come together to learn about communication, camper safety, inclusion, easy games and arts and crafts and so much more. This year also included the chance for our counselors to earn Y Bucks before we roll them out across all camps! We were so happy to end the day with great prizes, visits from Team Makers and YMCA Camp Bernie and ice cream to cool off. We can't wait for a great camp season! Visit ymcaofmewsa.org/camp to see which camps still have spots available for your camper.

Check out a video of the day below 👇
https://youtu.be/jYeSp2o1vmk?si=i4WFyGODny1cEXRF

🏆 Congratulations to Tyler Barksdale, recipient of the 2026 Ryan Patterson Memorial Scholarship!

A graduate of Saint Peter’s Prep, Tyler excelled academically while serving as captain of the football team, leading blood drives, mentoring through the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program, and helping seniors in his community. His commitment to leadership, service, and uplifting others embodies the spirit of this scholarship.

This fall, Tyler will attend Rice University to study Economics and pursue a career in Public Policy. We are proud to support his journey and look forward to all he will accomplish.

Join us in congratulating Tyler and learn more about his amazing background here: https://bit.ly/4oqjKMY! 👏

👕 Camp shirts are in, all that's missing is YOU! With only 2 weeks left, the countdown is officially on till we kick off summer camp! Secure your camper's spot today and get ready for Making Summer Camp Memories! 🌟https://bit.ly/4ftRwP6

Don’t forget to join us for Music on the Move this Sunday from 12:30 - 3:30 P.M.! A fun and interactive community event along the Middlesex Greenway, co-sponsored by Friends of Metuchen Arts, a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organization! We'll meet at the Metuchen Branch YMCA and head to the Greenway together for a lively walk filled with music, movement, and connection. After the walk, we'll return to the Y for a special live performance featuring guitarist and vocalist Sarah Teti and percussionist Lou Petto, followed by a collaborative group chalk art activity where everyone can help create something colorful and unique together. Light refreshments will be provided.

This free, all-ages event is open to everyone. Bring your friends, family, and creativity! We kindly ask attendees to bring a nonperishable food item to support the FPC Food Pantry. (Every individual attending must pre-register!) https://bit.ly/4fuKrO2

Tomorrow, we'll be celebrating two amazing employees at our statewide YMCA Recognition Luncheon! We are so excited to share that Metuchen and Edison Branch Director of Operations, Christine Tolley, and Childcare Director of Learning Engagement, Lindy Rutter, are being honored for their incredible work in our Y and communities 🎉👏

Christine is receiving the Cause-Driven Leader in Social Responsibility Award for leading the Togetherhood volunteer program, building relationships in our communities, raising money for the Annual Support Campaign and so much more.

Lindy is our YPN (YMCA Professional Network) Innovation Award winner thanks to her creative programming, leadership in childcare and commitment to inclusion!

We're so lucky to have Chrissy and Lindy on our team; their dedication makes our entire Y stronger. Please join us in congratulating them on this exciting achievement!