CORRECTION: Hiring Event is Thursday, March 12th.

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Community Connections

Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA | February 2026

"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart..." -Colossians 3:23

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

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MEMBER EXCLUSIVES

Join us for our Spring Registration Rally on Friday, Feb. 13th 9AM-1PM & 4PM-7PM! We will have a registration table set up in the lobby with snacks/refreshments. • Meet the Directors and instructors; Get detailed information and help with program registration. • Spin the wheel for a prize with any program registration! • Discount on Y Shop merch at the event only!

 

Take on the YMCA Olympic Challenge from Feb. 6th–22nd! Complete at least one fitness objective in each Olympic ring to finish the challenge and earn a chance to win a prize. Pick up your paper challenge card at the Membership Desk and let the games begin! 

 

SAVE THE DATES

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  • 2/6: Parkinson's Support Group
  • 2/6: Awakened Women Connections Group

  • 2/7: Community CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y
  • 2/9: YOMEO Social Club Meeting

  • 2/12: Cranberry People with Parkinson's Support Group

  • 2/15: Community CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Butler YMCA

  • 2/18-2/19: Lifeguard Instructor Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA

  • 2/20: American Red Cross Blood Drive
  • 2/20: Awakened Women Connections Group

  • 2/20: Health Fair
  • 2/22: Indoor Triathlon
  • 3/1: Bowl For The Kids
  • 3/1: ARMCO Park Dance Hall & Cabana Lounge Reservations Open

  • 3/12: Hiring Event and Open Interviews

  • 3/14: Lifeguard Recertification at the Butler Y

  • 3/18-3/22: Lifeguard Certification at the Butler Y

  • 5/1: ARMCO Park Wedding Expo

  • ARMCO Park Shelter Rentals Are Open

  • ARMCO Pool Pass SALE
 

BUILD CONNECTIONS AND A CAREER

Make this place your place for meaningful work that matters.

Hiring Event and Open Interviews

Thursday, March 12th, 1PM-5PM

Bring your resumes and join us in the Lobby for our YMCA Hiring Event. Click the "Learn More & Apply Today" button below to see all opportunities. 

 

Seasonal Opportunities

  • Head Camp Counselors

  • Camp Counselors

 

Career Opportunities

  • Lifeguard (Part Time) Opening, Afternoon and Closing shifts
  • Swim Instructor (Part Time)
LEARN MORE & APPLY TODAY

All employees receive a FREE membership!

 

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

REGISTER YOUR TEAM NOW!

BOWL FOR THE KIDS

Sunday, March 1st, 12PM-3PM

at Family Bowlaway Fun Center, 540 Fairground Hill Rd, Butler, PA 16001

 

Spend your afternoon transforming lives by joining us for a team bowling experience where every strike supports the YMCA’s life-changing programs. Your registration for six includes a reserved lane, pizza, and drinks, plus the chance to give back through our silent auction, basket raffles, and 50/50 drawing.

 

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

EVENT SPONSORSHIP

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!

 
PLANNED GIVING

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

 
CORPORATE 25 PARTNERSHIP

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.

KARATE

Tang Soo Do is a traditional Korean Martial Art that teaches the values of integrity, concentration, self-control and perseverance, while emphasizing skills in practical self-defense. Monthly registration required; classes are available for ages 3+!

VIEW OUR KARATE PROGRAMS
 

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Our Private Swim Lessons are available for all ages!

Registration is required and coincides with the regular session registration dates.

PRIVATE LESSON INFORMATION
 

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

We offer Swim and Gym Parties! All Birthday Parties are provided a room with chairs, tables, and party supply storage. Click the button below to view availability and PARTY PACKAGE UPGRADES! 

RESERVE YOUR PARTY TODAY!
 

PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Enjoy a few hours away while the kids have a blast and play! We will enjoy themed crafts, games, activities, the Aquatics Center and a movie. Pizza will be provided.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT
 

EARLY LEARNING CHILD CARE

We welcome ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

ALL ABOUT OUR CHILD CARE

Questions about Child Care or Y Kids Academy? Contact Carrie Fox, Executive Director at cfox@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. 

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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!

MENTEE
REFERRAL
MENTOR APPLICATION

If you are interested in becoming a mentor, click the button to apply online. For more information, contact Justine Thiebaud, jthiebaud@bcfymca.org or 724-287-4733 x161. 

 

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.

PERSONAL TRAINING SPECIAL

Fall in love with fitness with our eight session special!

Individual:

30-min: $216 | 45-min: $324 | 60-min: $432

Buddy Up:

30-min: $288 | 45-min: $396| 60-min: $540

PERSONAL TRAINING

Special will run through February 28th. Limit one package purchase per person.

 

HEALTH FAIR

Friday, Feb. 20th | 9AM-1PM

  • Local vendors & health experts promoting overall heath in our lobby
  • Free stretches and chair massages
  • Heart Healthy Smoothies
  • Blood Pressure screenings
  • Prize Wheel for visiting stations
  • Kids Fitness Zone
  • CPR with Aquatics Dept.

Free event! No registration required.

 

WINTER INDOOR TRIATHLON 

Sunday, Feb. 22nd | 8:30AM

Open to Members and Non-Members, ages 7+. Snacks provided. Prizes awarded to winners!

 

Triathletes will be awarded points for the distances completed during this timed event.

 

Adults: 10-minute swim, 30-minute bike, 20-minute run. Kids: 10-minute swim, 15-minute bike, 10-minute run. 

REGISTER FOR THE TRI

$25/Member | $30/Non-Member

 

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Providing support and inspiring action in our communities

BLOOD DRIVE

Fri., Feb. 20th  | 9:30AM-2:30PM

Give blood through Feb. 28th and receive a $20 gift card from American Red Cross!

RESERVE AN APPOINTMENT
 

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.

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.

  • Community CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on Sat., Feb. 7th.
  • Community CPR/AED & First Aid w/ PQAS at the Butler YMCA on Sun., Feb. 15th.
  • Lifeguard Instructor Course at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on Feb. 18th-20th.

  • Lifeguard Recertification Course at the Butler YMCA on Mar. 14th.

  • Lifeguard Certification Course at the Butler YMCA on Mar. 18th-22nd.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS & REGISTRATION
 

AWAKENED WOMEN CONNECTIONS GROUP

1st & 3rd Fridays

10:45AM

 

This Christian based small group is designed with all women in mind. Fitness is not just physical. It is mental and spiritual as well. Organized by women, for women who understand that healthy relationships with others help us in our own faith life journeys!

 

This group is meant for you to be a safe, supportive, “come as you are” space for women to support each other through faith, positivity, & relationship, or simply a place to enjoy a cup of coffee or protein shake after your workout.

 

While we will have a general topic to spark conversation at each meeting, this is meant to be a “meet-up with friends” in a casual and comfortable setting. ALL ARE WELCOME!

 

NEED PRAYER?

How can we pray for you?

Our team prays weekly for our community. Submit your request online (below) or in our chapel.

ONLINE PRAYER REQUEST
 

YOMEO SOCIAL CLUB

Mon., Feb. 9th | 10:30AM-11:30AM

YOMEO (YMCA Outstanding Members Exercising Often) is FREE and open to members 50+ years old!

February's Speaker: Larry Black will be presenting information from “Outlive” by Peter Attia. Sharing thoughts that enable us to live as long and healthfully as we can.

 

PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP

Fri., Feb. 6th | 2:00PM-3:00PM

This Parkinsons Support group is for members who have Parkinsons and their caregivers. Each month, an outside professional presents a topic and ends with Q&A time. Sponsored by The Parkinsons Foundation of Western Pennsylvania. 

 

February's Topic: Dr Dorian Kusyk: Neurosurgeon from Allegheny General Hospital speaking on Deep Brain Stimulator options

 

CRANBERRY PEOPLE WITH PARKINSONS (PWP) DISCUSSION GROUP

Fri., Feb. 12th | 2:00PM-3:00PM

This discussion group includes two groups that meet concurrently, but separately. One for those who have a diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease, and one for those whose lives are touched by someone who has a diagnosis of Parkinson's.

 

February's Topic: Parkinson's and Driving

 

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Located at 341 Centreville Pike, Slippery Rock, 16057

PLANNING A WEDDING?

Visit us at upcoming wedding shows and let us show you how magical a wedding at ARMCO Park can be!

  • EXPERIENCE BUTLER COUNTY WEDDING SHOW
    Sunday, Feb. 15th, 11AM-4PM
    at The Mansion. LEARN MORE
  • ARMCO PARK WEDDING EXPO
    Friday, May 1st, 6PM-9PM
    at ARMCO Park Dance Hall
    We invite you to experience everything ARMCO Park has to offer for your special day! RSVP for this FREE event to guarantee your bridal swag bag (must attend event to receive). Take a tour, grab a swag bag, enjoy an evening by our firepit and swings. Meet Professional Decorators, Caterers, and DJs that have experience making ARMCO Park the destination from your dreams.
RSVP FOR WEDDING EXPO

Photo by: Bri Santoro

www.brisantorophotography.com

 

HAVE YOUR MAGICAL DAY AT OUR PARK

The Historic Dance Hall is a beautiful, rustic gathering place with an outdoor deck overlooking scenic ARMCO Park, making it the perfect backdrop for all of your wedding photos. Use the hall as a one-of-a-kind canvas to curate your desired wedding day! Forever starts here.

Wedding reservations & tours are available by calling 724.287.4733 x115 or submitting an inquiry on our website: Weddings at ARMCO Park. 

 

ARMCO PARK RESERVATION INFORMATION

ARMCO Hall & Shelter Reservations are open now to the public!

RESERVE ONLINE
FACILITY RENTAL INFO
  • Dance Hall and Cabana Lounge Reservations will open on Mar. 1st. Entire Park reservations are always available two years in advance!

  • Facility Rentals are on a first-come, first-serve basis by completing a reservation online or calling 724-287-4733 x147.

  • Reservations will be processed in the order they are received, online and in-person concurrently. Due to the nature of first come, first serve, reservations completed online and in-person will take priority over phone calls, voicemails, and form submissions.

  • ARMCO Park's 2026 Season runs Sunday, May 3rd-Sunday, Nov. 1st.
 

To make a reservation online:

  • Log in to Daxko and update/confirm your information or create a Non-Member Account. (You can do that here). You'll need this to make your reservation.
  • Add/confirm current billing information on your account.
  • Browse available areas and dates ahead of time. (View the list of available dates here). Reservations are arranged by area, then sorted by date. Keep in mind, entire park reservations are available up to 2 years in advance, so if a date is not listed, it is already booked.

Dance Hall

Shelters

Fire Pit

ARMCO Hall

PlayMill Playground

Fishing Dock & Kayak Launch

 

ARMCO POOL 

PRESEASON POOL PASS SALE!

 

What's better than imagining being poolside on a hot summer day, while you're currently bundled up in layers shoveling snow? Make that dream a reality by purchasing your DISCOUNTED Season Pass now through Mar. 1st and save up to $50!

 

SALE: Family: $200 • Individual: $100 • Senior: $50

ARMCO POOL INFO

NEW for 2026 Season:

  • Pool Season begins earlier (May 30th) and ends later (August 30th)
  • Opens DAILY at 11:30AM
  • Member ONLY Night Swim (Season pass holders)
  • Inclement weather rain check policy for day pass purchases
 

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ROSE E. SCHNEIDER FAMILY YMCA

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