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LIVINGSTON, NJ – The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is proud to participate in the Five Days of Action, scheduled for April 21-25, 2025. This important weeklong campaign aims to raise awareness and inspire adults to take action to protect children from sexual abuse.

Food selectivity is a common challenge for many children particularly those with developmental disabilities like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Children with food selectivity often have limited food preferences, frequently refuse meals, and may exhibit sensory sensitivities to various food items. If you find yourself making the same few meals repetitively, or if your child avoids certain food groups, it might be a sign of food selectivity.

LIVINGSTON, NJ - The West Essex YMCA recently welcomed four new members to its Board of Managers.

Eighteen years ago, Helen Pfiefer moved to a farm in Wantage, in Sussex County. She didn't know anyone at the time, and joined the Y to keep up with exercise. She began attending water aerobics classes at the Sussex County YMCA and quickly formed a bond with other members in the class.

Unlock the full potential of your pickleball skills at the YMCA with these expert tips and resources

LIVINGSTON, NJ - The West Essex YMCA, supported by funding from the Flagstar Foundation, is excited to introduce an arts and culture enrichment program for West Orange students enrolled in the Y's School Age Child Care program and Universal Pre-K program at Peanut Shell Early Childhood Learning Center in Livingston. 

NEW MILFORD, NJ – New Milford YMCA Program Center, a location of the Greater Bergen County YMCA, announces that it’s accepting nominations for the 60th Annual Sports Award Banquet. This cherished tradition, which will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 25 in Paramus, celebrates the exceptional achievements of high school athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers who make high school athletics possible in Bergen County.

The YMCA provides strategies for women dealing with mental health challenges.

MAPLEWOOD, NJ – The South Mountain YMCA, a branch of the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, is excited to announce its annual Ducks Shoot-a-Thon basketball fundraiser will be held on Sunday, March 16 at the Y, 13 Jefferson Ave., Maplewood.

LIVINGSTON AND SPARTA, NJ - The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is launching the Veterans Wellness Initiative, a popular YMCA Pathway program, for the first time at the West Essex and Sussex County YMCAs.

LIVINGSTON, NJ – The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is excited to announce the launch of its “Legacy” fundraising campaign for 2025, and invites individuals, businesses, and the community to come together in support of this meaningful cause.

Discover effective strategies to overcome the winter blues. Learn how light exposure, hydration, outdoor activities, and mindset changes can lift your spirits this winter.

EAST ORANGE, NJ - The East Orange YMCA is once again partnering with The Crossings at Brick Church Station to give the gift of wellness and offer greater access to youth programs.

LIVINGSTON, NJ –  Together, the New Jersey YMCA State Alliance and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield Of New Jersey are making health and wellness more accessible by offering discounted YMCA memberships to Horizon members at 41 locations across New Jersey, including at Sussex County and West Essex YMCAs.

The YMCA has given me strength to keep moving forward through my toughest challenges this year.