Members of the YMCA’s Teen Achievers group got the chance to learn about the court system and what it’s like to be a judge from special guest Judge Mark Newman recently. Judge Newman of the Essex County Juvenile Court attended a meeting of the Teen Achievers at the Lawrence YMCA to talk about his career…

The LIVESTRONG LIVEWELL event at the Andover/North Andover Branch was a huge success! The event, which was organized to raise funds for the Annual Campaign in support of the  LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Program, had a goal of $10,000 and actually raised $11,110. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a 12-week program offered at no cost to cancer survivors and their...

Thank You For Going The Extra Mile: Gaby Acevedo! As a School Age assistant group leader, Gaby is a great example of leadership and teamwork. She is always ready to take on any ask that may be thrown her way and does it with a smile on her face. Her positive energy helps long days...

Merrimack Valley YMCA Executive Director of Child Care, Cathy Flynn was presented with this year’s Children’s Champion Award by the Michael B Christensen Family Support Center, a program of the Greater Lawrence Community Action Council (GLCAC). The award was presented at the 5th Annual Children’s Champion Award Ceremony, which was held on Wednesday, April 4,...

Win Four Tickets to  Boston Red Sox vs. Toronto Blue Jays Wednesday May 30, 2018 at 1:05PM · Box Section 42, Row K, Seats 3,4,5,6 Tickets $10 each Tickets are available at the Welcome Center at the Andover/North Andover YMCA or by calling 978-685-3541. As a nonprofit organization, we never turn away someone who needs a...

Participate in our fun filled day on April 28th and help us give children and adults access to swim lessons What if you never learned how to swim? Imagine not being able to swim with your friends or stay safe around water. Swimming is a lifesaving skill. The Andover/North Andover Y is committed to helping...

Great communities have strong Ys that encourage good health, provide educational enrichment, foster connections through fitness, sports and fun and bring families closer together. Strong Ys have committed leaders that engage the community and welcome all its members. For many years, our YMCA has provided opportunities for kids and families throughout the Merrimack Valley to…

Five Days of Action for National Child Abuse Prevention Month This year, the Merrimack Valley YMCA will be participating in Five Days of Action – a national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids. Five Days of Action focuses on preventing child sexual abuse by sharing tips on how adults can step up and...

After preparing all year, the Merrimack Valley YMCA Youth & Government delegation is at the State House this week participating in the Massachusetts Youth and Government Conference. Massachusetts Youth and Government offers different areas for delegates to participate in. Students in the Legislative branch sit and debate in Committee hearings (chaired by fellow delegates), followed…