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Empowering Young Minds to Achieve, Relate, and Belong Through Discovery

At the Y, we believe that all young people deserve opportunities to explore their potential and discover their purpose. Our S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Program is designed to nurture curiosity, spark creativity, and build critical thinking skills—all in a safe, supportive environment rooted in our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.


Game of Shrooms Art Event

Glenwood Park
6/13/26 - 6/13/26
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Get ready for a whimsical, hands-on art experience!
This June, the YMCA is celebrating the international Game of Shrooms art event. On that day, artists from all over the world hide their original mushroom-themed art works in public places then they give hints (often on social media) for others to find AND KEEP! Families and kids of all ages are invited get creative, and make a mushroom-themed craft inspired by this playful, global art happening.
Participants will meet in the Fireside Lounge have the chance to create fun fungal art and a special keepsake to take home if they wish—perfect for remembering a day of creativity and imagination. All good things need time to grow (like mushrooms!) so we recommend arriving at the beginning of the workshop to allow plenty of time to finish your art.
Below is the link to the official Game of Shrooms website, where you can explore the event map and learn more about how artists and communities around the world are joining in on the fun. Whether you’re already a fan of the event or discovering it for the first time, this is a great way to connect, create, and celebrate art together.

Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Spring & Summer Early (Members Only) 3/2/26 3/8/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00-
Spring & Summer Open (Members & Non Members) 3/9/26 6/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00$ 30.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/13/26
Sa - 12:00 pm - 2 hrs
 15 / 15 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/02/26

Learn to Paint! Kids Workshop

Eastside Family Y
5/6/26 - 5/6/26
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Learn to Paint: Mother’s Day Workshop (Ages 8–14)
Celebrate creativity and connection in this special Mother’s Day–themed painting workshop just for kids! Participants ages 8–14 will explore the basics of color theory, learn simple painting techniques, and follow along step-by-step with a supportive instructor. Each child will create a one-of-a-kind painted masterpiece they’ll be proud to gift to someone special.

This class is designed to be welcoming and fun for all skill levels—no prior painting experience needed. Along the way, kids will build confidence, express themselves creatively, and enjoy learning in a positive, encouraging environment.

All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination!

Date: Wednesday, May 6th

Time: 6pm-7:30pm

Location: GE Room at ESY


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Spring: Members Only 3/2/26 3/8/26 Online / Front Desk $ 20.00$ 20.00-
Spring: Members & Non-Members 3/9/26 5/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 20.00$ 20.00$ 40.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/06/26
Learn to Paint Kids Workshop - We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr, 30 mins
 Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/02/26