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"The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever." -Isaiah 40:8

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

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FLOATING PUMPKIN PATCH

Get in the pool with us on Saturday, October 4^th to swim for the best pumpkin, then dry it off and paint it while you are in the pool! Open to everyone ages 5+; 6:00PM-7:00PM

MEMBER EXLCUSIVE

Join us for "Butler Y's Not So Spooky Member Appreciation Week", October 20^th-24^th. We are planning all kinds of fun things and giveaways to recognize and thank you, our members!

FALL II PROGRAM DATES 

• Members can register online and inhouse Oct. 25^th-Nov. 1^st
• Non-Members can register online and inhouse Oct. 26^th-Nov. 1^st
• The Fall II Program Guide will be available mid-October.

• Programs run: Nov. 3^rd-Dec. 20^th

SAVE THE DATES

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• Everyday Hero of the Butler Y Award
• 10/1-10/31: ARMCO Park Reservation Special
• 10/15: Flu Shot Clinic
• 10/22: Aquatics Hiring Event
• 10/22: Friends Helping Friends 25% off Boscov's Shopping Pass
• 10/22-10/26: Lifeguard Certification & Recertification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA
• 10/25: CPR/AED & First Aid with PQAS at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y
  

• 11/12: CPR/AED & First Aid with PQAS at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y

• 11/16: CPR/AED & First Aid with PQAS at the Butler Y

• 11/1: Turkey Trot 1mi & 5k Race
• 12/2: 300K By Giving Tuesday!
• Before & After School Age Child Care registration is open!

FACILITY UPDATES

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

AQUATICS HIRING EVENT

Wed., Oct. 22^nd | 2PM-6PM

Apply for Lifeguard and Swim Instructor positions and Register for our Pop-Up Lifeguard Certification for 50% off!* (SAVE $100!) on-site during this event!

• Pop-up Lifeguard Certification: Sunday, Oct. 26^th 8AM-6PM; Monday, Oct. 27^th 5PM-9PM; Tuesday, Oct. 28^th 5PM-9PM; and Sunday, Nov. 2^nd 8AM-6PM
• On the job training will be provided for Swim Instructors; no experience required, swim background preferred.
• All Y employees receive a FREE Y membership!

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Congratulations Josh Klotz! Josh is a lifeguard at the Butler Y.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Before & After School Teacher at Butler Y Child Care (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.

BOSCOVS FRIENDS HELPING FRIENDS

It's simple! Donate $5 now through Oct. 21^st to support our Annual Support Campaign and you’ll get a 25% Off Boscov’s Shopping Pass, to be used on Wed., Oct. 22^nd, in-store or online!

Boscov's Shopping Passes are available in-house, cash only at the Y Welcome Desk.

300K BY GIVING TUESDAY!

This year, your support has brought us within reach of our goal — but we’re still facing a shortfall in fundraising efforts. We’re launching a bold campaign from now through Giving Tuesday (Dec. 2^nd) to close that gap — and we need your help to get there! Click here to see why our Annual Support Campaign is so important to our community. Ways you can help: DONATE • PEER CAMPAIGN • SPONSORSHIPS • SPECIAL EVENTS

FORE THE CHILDREN GOLF CLASSIC

Thank you to our incredible sponsors!

The Fore the Children Golf Classic on September 22^nd was a huge success — and it wouldn’t have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Your commitment to making a difference in children's lives helped us drive change, one swing at a time.

We are beyond grateful for your partnerships and belief in our mission. Here's to many more impactful events together!

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

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.

YOUTH PICKLEBALL

Youth ages 8-15 will learn the game of pickleball and finish the season with ladder league play. 

Tuesdays, 4:45PM-5:45PM beginning Oct. 21^st.

ADAPTED SPORTS

Games and sports are designed with modified movements for youth ages 7-10 with disabilities. Parents or caretakers stay for class!

Fridays, 6:00PM-6:45PM beginning Nov. 6^th.

YBL

Registration is now open for our Saturday morning Youth Basketball League for ages 6-8 and 9-12!

Games and practices will be held on Saturday mornings Nov. 8^th-Dec. 20^th.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL AGE CARE

School age registration for the Before and After School Program is open! To register, please contact Kelly Tennent, Senior Director of Early Childhood Education at 724-287-4733 x129 or ktennent@bcfymca.org.

PRIVATE SPORT LESSONS

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

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

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

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

Reservation and Party details are available on our Birthday Parties page.

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.

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. 

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!

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.

EVERYDAY HEROES OF THE BUTLER Y

Everyday Heroes is our brand-new initiative where we celebrate the resilience, strength, and community impact of our members.

Congratulations Jerri F., for being named an Everyday Hero of the Butler Y!

"Jerri is a highly energetic, consistent Group Exercise participant! She is the first one to Hoot and Holler! She finds the energy to motivate the rest of the class AND the instructors! She has been a true inspiration to all of us."

Do you know a Butler YMCA member who has overcome personal challenges and continues to make a positive impact in our community? Nomination forms are available at the Butler Y.

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

FLU SHOT CLINIC

Save the date for our upcoming Flu Shot Clinic, held at the Butler YMCA lobby on October 15, 9AM-1PM, courtesy of Giant Eagle. Make sure to bring your insurance card and your Giant Eagle Loyalty Card (optional).

LUNG CANCER AWARENESS WALK

Hosted by Independence Health System on Saturday, October 18^th at their Crossroads Campus located at 127 Oneida Valley Rd. Butler, PA 16001

• Check-in/Registration: 9:00AM • Opening Ceremony: 9:30AM • Walk: 10:00AM

In honor of Independence Health System's 1st Annual Lung Cancer Awareness Walk, their event this year will be offered at no charge to participants! Register by Oct. 3^rd to guarantee a t-shirt! Learn more and register here: https://Independence.Health/ButlerLungWalk

LEARN LIFE SAVING SKILLS

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

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

• Lifeguard Certification & Recertification at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y on Oct. 22^nd-26^th.
• CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y on Sat., Oct. 25^th, 8AM-12PM

• CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y on Wed., Nov. 12^th, 5PM-9PM

• CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Butler Y on Sun., Nov. 16^th, 9AM-3PM

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 prays on requests weekly. Prayer requests are completely anonymous. Bible Study meets weekly on Tuesdays, 10:30AM-11:30AM. Open to the community! 

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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.

   

• ARMCO Park 2025 Facility Reservations are open through Nov. 2, 2025! 2026 Reservations will open January 5, 2026. Facility Rentals are on a first-come, first-serve basis by emailing armcopark@bcfymca.org or by calling 724.287.4733 x147. 

Remember, Entire Park Reservations can be reserved up to two years in advance, and they are filling up fast for 2026-2027! *Security deposit must be received by Oct. 31, 2025; reservation can be scheduled for 2025-2027.

Wedding Reservations are available by calling 724.287.4733 x115.

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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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