"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth." -3 John 1:4

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"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth." -3 John 1:4

• Annual Support Campaign • Reach & Rise^® • ARMCO Park • Youth Development • Healthy Living • Social Responsibility

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FACILITY UPDATES

• Elevator Renovations:
  Our elevator is currently out of order for approximately 4-6 weeks while we carryout necessary renovations. We will provide updates along the way. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
  
  

• Pool Reminders:

  We offer birthday parties on the weekends. While parties have a limit of swimmers so we can also accommodate our members, there are times that the pool may closed entirely for a party due to ratios. We strongly recommend that you give us a call before coming to swim on the weekends.

SAVE THE DATES

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• 6/5: FREE Inclusive Dance Party
• 6/7: Community CPR/AED & First Aid at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y
• 6/7: ARMCO Pool Opening Day
• 6/7: ARMCO Park Wheels of Steel Car Cruise
• 6/13: Summer Series: Float and Paint
• 6/16: ARMCO Park Swim Lessons start

• 6/19: FREE Inclusive Dance Party!

• 6/20: Member Exclusive: FREE Popsicle
• 6/20: Summer Series: Sports Attack
• 6/28: 50th Annual Butler Road Race

• 8/1-8/3: Lifeguard Instructor Cert. at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y

• 8/11-8/12: Community CPR/AED & First Aid with PQAS at the Butler Y

• American Red Cross 2025 Certification Schedule

• ARMCO Park 2025 Rentals are Open!

WHEELS OF STEEL CAR CRUISE

Sat., June 7^th, 11AM-4PM at ARMCO Park Presented with Butler Rodfathers. Free event to kick off the summer season at ARMCO Park! DJ, Basket raffle, food trucks, vendors, and more. This event is free and open to the public! Rain Date: June 8^th

ARMCO POOL OPENS JUNE 7^th!

Can you believe that ARMCO Pool opens in a few days?! Purchase your Season Pool Pass now and skip the line on opening day.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Summer Program Registration for Members is June 21^st-28^th; Non-members can register June 25^th-28^th.

MEMBER EXCLUSIVE

Stop by the Welcome Desk Friday, June 20^th for your FREE First Day of Summer Popsicle! (while supplies last)

YMCA CAMP ARMCO 2025 SUMMER DAY CAMP

A FEW CAMPER SPOTS ARE STILL OPEN! 3 and 5 day options are available.

Weekly Highlights

• Carnival (Week 10, 8/4-8/8): Plan to end this week with a giant carnival! Games, snacks & prizes
• Movies and Music (Week 11, 8/11-8/15) Dance & sing all week! PLUS, a drive-in movie and Field Trip on 8/11 to Moraine State Park!
• Airplanes, Trucks, Boats & More! (Week 12, 8/18-8/22) Learn about all the ways we can travel PLUS take a Field Trip on 8/20 to Playthings Etc.!
• Summer Adventure (Week 13, 8/26-8/29 *No Camp on 8/25): End the summer with us in style at the Luau party!

CREATE MEMORIES THIS SUMMER

Being a Summer Camp Counselor at YMCA Camp ARMCO is a chance to make unforgettable memories and have a real impact. You’ll help kids discover new strengths, form lasting friendships, and dive into exciting adventures. It’s all about being a guiding light and offering a helping hand when it counts the most. The joy, the laughs, and the difference you make will stick with you long after the campfire fades.

We are also looking for a Camp Bus Driver!

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Congratulations Shannon Geibel! Shannon is a Teacher Assistant at South Butler Y Early Learning Center.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Lifeguard (Part Time)
• Day Camp Bus Driver (Seasonal Part Time)

All employees receive a FREE membership!

PARKING LOT REMINDER

To park in a designated persons with disability parking spot, you must have a disability permit placard hanging from your rearview mirror or a license plate designation. Please be respectful of those who need to park close to the Y building. While there are 3 spots which are shared with child care drop off and pick up during specific times, the remaining designated persons with disability parking spots are exclusively for those with visible disability permits.

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Connecting people to a greater sense of purpose and to each other to make our community stronger.

50^th ANNUAL BUTLER ROAD RACE

Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 9:00AM

Diamond Park, Butler, PA 16001

One of our most popular and highly attended events! Race to the finish through downtown Butler along with hundreds of runners. We offer a 2K and 5-mile race. The race starts and ends in Diamond Park in Butler City.

Our Butler Road Race presenting sponsor, Independence Health System, offers free lifestyle coaching programs!

• DASH DIET:
  Tues., June 3; 12:00PM-12:30PM
• PLANT BASED:
  Wed., June 18; 12:00PM-12:30PM
• MENU PLANNING:
  Mon., June 23; 12:00PM-12:30PM

Independence Health System's Lifestyle Coaching programs provide evidence-based health education to help everyone learn lifestyle changes to improve health. Join from anywhere for a group learning session. Click here to register through Independence Health System.

The Lifestyle Coaching programs are provided complimentary by Independence Health System (IHS); the Y is not associated with the Virtual Mini Sessions.

MAKE AN IMPACT TODAY FOR TOMORROW

Sponsoring an event is an excellent investment that provides your organization the opportunity to be showcased in Butler County through popular events and activities! By becoming a sponsor, you demonstrate your commitment to our community's well-being and create a lasting impact on the lives of our youth. We have a range of sponsorship levels available, as well as in-kind donations such as food and auction baskets!

Whether you want to start making an impact today or benefit us after your lifetime, we can help you find the charitable plan that meets your needs. • Recurring Donations • Wills & Living Trusts • IRAs & Retirement Plans • Life Insurance Policies • Donor-Advised Funds • Real Estate • Commercial Annuities • Memorials and Tribute Gifts • Endowed Gifts • Donor Advised Funds • Charitable Lead Trusts • Appreciated Securities

Everyone benefits from our Corporate 25 Community Partnership Program! Employees receive: • 25% off of Membership Dues • $0 Join Fee (up to $150 value) • 25% off of Chronic Disease Prevention Programs. Employers receive: • Logo/company name displayed on Donor Recognition Screens in YMCA lobby and website • 3’x5’ banner in both YMCAs gymnasiums. Check with your employer to see if they are part of great community partnership!

The Annual Support Campaign funds programs & services for children, families and seniors in Butler County to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, and background, can learn, grow & thrive.

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Empowering young people to reach their full potential.

SUMMER ARTS, SCIENCE & SPORTS SERIES

Check out our BRAND NEW single-day youth workshops this summer, for ages 6+ years unless otherwise noted. Fee per class: $10/Member, $15/Non-Member. Registration is required and will be available early June, in-house and online!

• Schools Out Float & Paint:
  June 13^th, 10:30AM-12:30PM

  Float in the pool while doing a watercolor project; ages 8+ (ages 5-7 maybe accompanied by a parent)
  
  

• Sports Attack:
  June 20^th, 11:30AM-1:00PM
  Basketball, Soccer & Flag Football
  
  

• Snack Attack:
  July 11^th, 10:30AM-12:30PM

  Enjoy learning how to make healthy and easy snacks

• Sports Attack:
  July 18^th, 11:30AM-1:00PM
  Pickleball & Volleyball
  
  

• Science Explosion:
  Aug. 8^th, 10:30AM-12:30PM

  Science Meets Art! Let’s what we can learn and create; ages 8+ (ages 5-7 maybe accompanied by a parent)
  
  

• Sports Attack:
  Aug. 22^nd, 11:30AM-1:00PM

  Tumble & Dance and Cheer

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

We are excited to offer multiple packages with themes that include Pool parties, Gym Fun, Sports, Gymnastics and even Tye-Dye!

Reservation and Party details are available on our Birthday Parties page. Parties are also available at ARMCO Park's Outdoor Pool!

PRIVATE SPORT LESSONS

Private Sports Instruction will facilitate the individual needs and goals of any athlete, 6+ years old.

By appointment only. For more information, please contact Jamie Knauff, Aquatics & Programs Director at Jknauff@bcfymca.org.

CHILD CARE

Four Great Child Care Programs:

Infant for ages 6 weeks-12 months. Our goal is to provide a safe and nurturing "home away from home" where babies can explore and make new discoveries.

Toddler for ages 1-3 years. We build on the momentum of your toddlers’ natural curiosity and help them learn at their own pace. 

Preschool for ages 3-5 years. We've designed our program to nurture your child's growing individuality through days filled with interactive learning and group activities. Includes weekly swim lessons!

School Age Care for elementary school students. From homework help to fun physical activities, our program is designed so that everyone has a great start and end to their school day. Email ktennent@bcfymca.org.

Two Great Locations:

Early Learning Center and Child Care at the Butler Y, serving the Butler Area School District. Contact: Kelly Tennent, Senior Director of Early Childhood Education at ktennent@bcfymca.org.

South Butler Y Child Care at HIS Kids Christian School, serving the Knoch School District. Contact: Tiffany Bennetti, Director of Early Childhood Education (Off-Site) at tbennetti@bcfymca.org.

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Providing kids with a safe and comfortable space to achieve their goals.

This Spring, Reach & Rise^® has hosted scavenger hunts, fishing trips, and trips to area businesses for the mentors and mentees. Mentors and Mentees have worked on healthy connections, emotional regulation, improving self-esteem, team building, and mental health hygiene.

Reach & Rise^® is still taking applications for mentees in group and one-to-one. If you know a child who can benefit from this valuable program, click the "Mentee Referral" Button or reach out to us!

Reach & Rise^® is looking for positive, supportive adults 21+ to meet 1:1 with a youth weekly for 1-2 hours for one year at either the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA or the Butler YMCA. Think you don’t have what it takes to be a mentor? Think again. Check out the video, highlighting the experience of four of our current mentors. 

The Reach & Rise^® youth mentoring program is a national, evidence-based program recognized by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention program (OJJDP). We help kids learn about and manage emotions, build social skills, try new things, and develop and maintain healthy relationships.

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Improving individual and community well-being.

SPRING STEPS CHALLENGE RESULTS

Congratulations to our Spring Steps Challenge Winners and participants!

• Shauna M. who won a free month’s membership
• Cherry C. (pictured here with Membership and Healthy Living Director Heidi Nicholls Bowser), who won a YMCA branded T-shirt and tote bag
• Our overall BCFYMCA App challenge winner was our very own Aquatics & Program Director, Jamie Knauff

AQUATICS GROUP EXERCISE CLASS UPDATES

Aqua Dance Party with Alice is BACK on Fridays, 1:00PM-1:45PM! *Mondays class will also be moving to 1:00PM. View all of our Aquatics Group Exercise classes on our schedules page, and make sure to reserve your spot on the app up to 7 days prior!

We are home for additional wellness programs that serve our community!

Karate (Tang Soo Do)

Ages 6 years through adult. A Free Intro Class is offered the last Saturday of each month!

Jazzercise

Jazzercise^® meets at the Butler Y throughout the week. 1^st class is free!

Jazzercise® membership/ class rates are not affiliated with the YMCA.

Inclusive Dance Party

1^st & 3^rd Thursdays, 10AM-11AM. Movement will be easily adaptable for Every Body. FREE to the community; sign up at the Welcome Desk.

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Providing support and inspiring action in our communities

Click the image above to view the entire schedule. Subject to change; registration required.

LEARN LIFE SAVING SKILLS

Throughout the year, we offer various American Red Cross Certification courses. Click the button below to view specific dates, times & prerequisites for courses.

• CPR/AED & First Aid Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y on Sat., June 7^th, 8AM-12PM.

• Lifeguard Certification & Recertification at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y on July 9^th-13^th.

• Lifeguard Instructor Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y on Aug. 1^st-3^rd.

• CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Butler Y on Aug. 11^th-12^th

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL

We are proud to work with local groups to bring great opportunities to our facility! In addition to Karate, Unicycle Club, Jazzercise^®, and Inclusive Dance Parties (listed above), we are also a home for:

• The Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Center Addiction & Recovery Family Support Group meets here Thursdays, 6:00PM-7:30PM. Babysitting services are available during this time for kids ages 6 months-9 years in our Play Place.

NEED PRAYER?

Our Bible Study group will pray on requests weekly. Prayer requests are completely anonymous. Bible Study will return in September 2025.

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ARMCO Park is open to the public all year round!

Located at: 341 Centreville Pike, Slippery Rock, PA 16057

ARMCO PARK GENERAL INFORMATION

• Park Hours: Open dawn to dusk! The Park may be accessed through the gates any time. Note: The trails and roads are not maintained during the off season.

• Pool Hours: Beginning Saturday, June 7^th, Monday-Thursday 12:00PM-7:00PM and Friday-Sunday 11:00AM-7:00PM, weather permitting.
• ARMCO Park Facility Reservations are open now! Rentals are on a first-come, first-serve basis, in person at the Butler Y or by calling 724.287.4733. 

Wedding Reservations are available by calling 724-287-4733.

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Connect with the Y:

BUTLER YMCA

339 North Washington Street Butler, PA  16001  |  724.287.4733

www.bcfymca.org

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