Posts by YWCA Cortland
Girls Day Out 2023 was an empowering success!
The community’s contribution to this event made it possible for girls in Cortland to see themselves as we do. Equal. Powerful. Unstoppable. Hosted by Tompkins Cortland Community College | Presented by EDF Renewables Homer Solar Energy Center On Saturday, March 4, 6-9th grade girls from the Cortland area came together to enjoy a unique day…
Read MoreWomen Like Estelle* and Joy* Need Your Help Today!
2023 Annual Giving Campaign Will you help women like Estelle* and Joy* today? Domestic violence takes all forms. It’s not only men, spouses, or even romantic partners who perpetrate against those they know. And it can happen to anyone. Take Estelle’s* story. She married her high school sweetheart, had a family, and lived happily in…
Read MoreGirls Day Out 2023 is still on! Update as of 3/4
The weather is clearing up, and Girls Day Out is still on! We can’t wait to see all of your incredible girls today. If you still need to register but would still like your girl(s) to come, we’re offering a day-of registration for FREE! Registration and check-in start at 8:30 am.
Read MoreSocial Seniors Meditation 3/1
Next Wednesday, March 1, Social Seniors will welcome meditation instructor Rhonda Giglio Berry to speak about her experience as a Usui Reiki Master and meditation instructor. She will take the group through a short meditation session at noon with lunch to follow at 12:30 PM. After lunch, stick around to meet new people, play cards,…
Read MoreYWCA Cortland Advocates for More Support with Growing Childcare Crisis
On Friday, February 17, The Cortland Area Chamber of Commerce held a legislative breakfast to allow businesses and other community members to meet with state and local officials to discuss various topics that affect the Cortland community. Before a panel discussion and Q&A where each elected official was given time to address the membership, time…
Read MoreWomen’s Meditation Retreat 4/15
Take a pause from your daily life to show yourself some love and care. Join Usui Reiki Master Rhonda Giglio for Release Your Inner Peace, a one-day women’s meditation retreat at YWCA Cortland! The retreat will be held on Saturday, April 15, from 8:30 am- 2:30 pm and will include meditation instruction and discussion that…
Read MoreJoin the YWCA Board!
Interested in Joining the Board? YWCA Cortland seeks passionate community members to join our Board of Directors. You can join the sisterhood working to advance our mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all! Board Nominations occur year-round, and the Governance Committee recruits and reviews applications continuously. We…
Read MoreFull Day School Age Care Sign-ups for 3/13 & 3/20
Registration for the March 13 full day for Homer & McGraw opens Monday, 2/27. Registration for the March 20 full day for Cortland opens Monday, 3/6. There is very limited space, so we will be giving spots out on a first-come-first-served basis. Located at the YWCA from 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM. We will…
Read MoreFriday 2/17 Open Swim Time Change
On Friday, February 17, the Open Swim time will only be one hour from 5:00 pm- 6:00 pm. The normal schedule will resume the following week, on Friday, February 24. Thank you for your cooperation! Contact us at (607) 753-9651 if you have any questions.
Read MoreGirls Day Out 2023 is now FREE!
Thanks to a generous additional donation from our platinum & presenting sponsor, EDF Renewables, this event will be FREE for all participants! For the first time, Girls Day Out, hosted by Tompkins Cortland Community College, will shift its focus to girls in grades 7-9. This unique day of activities will be held on March 4, 2023, just…
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