The Demakes Family YMCA is proud to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from the Essex County Community Foundation (ECCF) Community Response Fund to support Youth Mental Health Support Services for young people in Lynn. This funding will help expand a comprehensive, community-centered approach to supporting youth—providing free preventative programming, access to behavioral health […]
Full StoryThe YMCA of Metro North invites families across the North Shore to celebrate Healthy Kids Day®, the Y’s national initiative dedicated to improving the health and well-being of kids and families. This free, community-wide event will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, offering a fun-filled day designed to inspire healthy habits and active lifestyles […]
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Dedication ceremonies to feature Lynn music legend Amanda Mena. The YMCA of Metro North proudly announces the opening of its new Music & Performing Arts Center (MaPAC) at the Demakes Family YMCA in Lynn, a state-of-the-art creative hub designed to expand arts access and educational opportunities for youth across the region. The Center will officially […]
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With federal nutrition programs like SNAP and WIC facing disruption, the YMCA of Metro North is launching a community-wide food drive from November 5–13 to support our local food banks in assisting families who may be feeling the strain. The Y is calling on members, neighbors, and local businesses to come together so every household […]
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The YMCA of Metro North is opening its doors to furloughed federal workers and their families by offering a free membership to furloughed federal workers and their families during the shutdown to help ease the stress of the ongoing federal shutdown. The YMCA recognizes the financial and emotional strain that furloughed workers may be experiencing […]
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