Posts by YWCA Cortland

The 24th Annual Girls Day Out event, presented by Byrne and Cargill Deicing Solutions, is hosted by Tompkins Cortland Community College and in collaboration with TST Boces P-TECH Academy. On Saturday, March 8, girls aged 10-14 from the Cortland area came together to enjoy a unique day of activities designed to engage and motivate them to explore leadership and career path…

*Original publication date: March 19, 2026* Reducing Your Lawn Come and learn how to face the often daunting task of reducing your lawn size to make space for more outdoor plants. Experienced gardeners Susan Cerretani and Angela Loh will highlight several practical, easy ways to make more garden space. All levels of gardeners are welcome!…

*Original publication date: March 16, 2026* Due to SUNY Cortland’s spring break and unexpected illnesses, we have limited lifeguard coverage this week. The following pool offerings have been cancelled so far, but please check back daily for updates. We appreciate your patience! 3/16 Mon: Lap & Leisure 7:30-8:30 am | Lap & Leisure 5:00-6:00 pm…

*Original publication date: March 12, 2025* YWCA Cortland will hold three sessions of a Cancer Support Group led by cancer survivor Julie Ryan on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 pm on April 14, May 5, and May 19. This group provides an opportunity for cancer patients in the community to meet with and receive support…

*Original publication date: February 13, 2025* We are honored and excited to announce that we have been chosen to participate in a special charitable giving campaign sponsored and funded by Target. And you have the chance to help direct a portion of Target’s donation to us! Now through March 31, every time you make a…

*Original publication date: March 9, 2026* Our 10:30 am Silver Sneakers class on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, will be cancelled. Please check out our other group exercise offerings on our Winter Group Wellness Schedule! *Content included in this post was accurate on the date it was published. All information and pricing are subject to change…

*Original publication date: March 6, 2026* Registration for the Spring Break full-week care for Cortland and Homer schools opens Monday, March 9. Winter break is from March 30-April 3. 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.…

*Original publication date: December 1, 2025; updated March 3, 2026* The March 27 session of our Family Swim & Gym Nights has been cancelled. Get yourself and the kids out of the house this winter! Join Meryl Fish for a fun, active evening designed for families with children ages 1–5. Each pop-up event begins with…

*Original publication date: March 2, 2026* Our 10:30 am Silver Sneakers class on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, will be cancelled. Please check out our other group exercise offerings on our Winter Group Wellness Schedule! *Content included in this post was accurate on the date it was published. All information and pricing are subject to change…

*Original publication date: March 2, 2026* YWCA Cortland proudly welcomes Kelli Nicholas Owens, former YWCA Northeast Regional Director of Public Policy, current Executive Director of the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV), and member of Governor Kathy Hochul’s Cabinet, to the YWCA on Friday, March 6th, from 10:00 – 11:00…