Posts by YWCA Cortland

*Original publication date: November 20, 2024. Updated: December 5* UPDATE: More tags will be added as others are taken from the tree. Every year, the YWCA Cortland Mentoring program helps families provide holiday gifts to over 150 children in our community. This year, there are over 200 children on the tree, and that number is…

*Original publication date: October 17, 2024* The YWCA will close at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, November 27, and remain closed through Sunday, December 1. We will reopen on Monday, December 2, at 7:00 am. *Content included in this post was accurate on the date it was published. All information and pricing are subject to change without…

*Original publication date: November 18, 2024* A new six-week session of group and private swim lessons for all levels begins on Monday, January 27, 2025. Group Lesson Rate: $54-members/$66 not-yet-members. Private Lesson Rate: $84-members/$96 not-yet-members. Call (607) 753-9651 or stop by the YWCA to register starting January 6. Session 1 Session Dates: Jan 27 –…

*Original publication date: November 18, 2024. Updated: January 9, 2025.* A new six-week session of gymnastics classes for Pixie Gym, Pre-School I, Pre-School II, and Beginner Gymnastics has started!  You can still sign up for classes prorated to the amount of classes left in the session. Session 1 (6-week session) Session Dates: Jan 6 –…

*Original publication date: October 21, 2024* The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for everyone, especially for our children. However, it can also be a time of added stress, particularly when it comes to providing gifts. That’s where the YWCA Cortland community comes in. The Holiday Gift Assistance program we provide is…

*Original publication date: November 15, 2024* Join instructor Brenna Ricci for Mindfulness Meditation, an eight-week series designed to help you cultivate calm, self-awareness, and compassion. Through guided meditation and mindful movement, you’ll learn practical tools to bring balance to your life. A key part of this class is the 30-minute body scan—a practice backed by…

*Original publication date: November 15, 2024* Are you looking to make some changes in the new year? Take time to prioritize your well-being with Restorative Yoga, beginning January 9 at the YWCA with instructor Brenna Ricci. This gentle, passive form of yoga is the perfect way to melt away stress and reconnect with yourself in…

*Original publication date: November 15, 2024* Ring in the holiday season with Social Seniors! On Wednesday, December 4, the Cortland Presbyterian Church Bell Choir will perform a few holiday favorites. The performance will begin at 12:30 in the Multi-purpose Room, and light refreshments will be served. After the performance, stick around to play cards and…

*Original publication date: November 14, 2024* Give Blood. Give Life. Cortland Community Blood Drive proudly hosted by YWCA Cortland Friday, December 27, 2024 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room 14 Clayton Ave Cortland, NY 13045 Please call 1-800 RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org to make your appointment today! Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome…

*Original publication date: November 12, 2024* On Saturday, November 16, 2024, the YWCA will be closed due to the expected increase in activity and traffic on and around Clayton Ave., Main St., and Court St. Normal hours of operation and programming will resume on Monday, November 18. *Content included in this post was accurate on…