Posts by YWCA Cortland

On Monday, December 11, State Senator Lea Webb stopped by the YWCA to announce that she has secured over $200,000 in state funds to support the work of local organizations and libraries providing education programs across Senate District 52.  Senator Webb said, “I am proud that I was able to secure these additional resources for…

In a statement released on November 21, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Regional Economic Development Council announced the recipients of awards that will help promote smart, sustainable, and equitable community planning, development, and construction of projects that focus on accessible economic, community, environmental and recreational improvements in all New York’s regions. “An investment…

Looking for a great form of exercise that’s not too strenuous but a lot of fun? Try Pickleball! Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines elements of badminton, ping pong, and tennis. It is for all levels and allows you to work on balance, agility, reflexes, and hand-eye coordination while enjoying some friendly competition! YWCA…

Join us for Social Seniors on Wednesday, January 10, for lunch and an interactive presentation from amateur crafter and “rock hound,” Carmella Compagni. She will teach the group to use rocks for crafts and jewelry! The program will be in the YWCA Osborn Room from 12 to 2 pm. All materials will be provided. Lunch…

Registration for the January 15 full day for all schools opens on January 2, 2024. Space is very limited; we will give spots out on a first-come-first-served basis. Full days are located at the YWCA from 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM. We will provide snacks, activities, swim time, and lunch to the children, but you…

Relax and unwind; end your day at the YWCA! Our multiple Open Swim times in our warm water pool are for swimmers of all ages. Go for a leisurely lap or have fun with the family! Winter 2024 Open Swim Times: Wednesday, and Thursday: 7:00 – 8:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday: 12:00…

YWCA Cortland’s Here We Grow Child Care Center Here We Grow is an NYS OCFS-licensed daycare facility and a Cortland City School District Universal Pre-K site for eligible 4-year-olds. With bright and spacious rooms and large enclosed playgrounds for children aged six weeks to five years, a cheerful environment fosters growth and development in motor…

Each year around the holiday season, Bridges for Kids, a YWCA Cortland Mentoring Program service, helps families provide holiday gifts to children in the Cortland community. This year, the program aims to provide holiday magic for nearly 270 children. But some children may not receive any presents if no one picks their tags from the Giving Tree in the…

There are immediate openings at the Marathon afterschool program, which provides care from 2:30 pm to 5:15 pm. Let us know ASAP if you need care! Please call (607) 753-9651 for more information. 12/21 UPDATE: We are no longer accepting new families. 

Join us for Social Seniors on Wednesday, December 6, for a dish to pass lunch and a presentation from Bernadette Travis of Good News Computing. She will give some tips and tricks for spotting fraudulent emails and texts and help the group navigate the internet safely across all devices. The program will be held in…