All Are Welcome at the Y
Welcoming Week, an initiative of Y-USA’s national partner Welcoming America, is an annual event that celebrates communities coming together to promote cross-cultural understanding and raise awareness of the benefits of welcoming everyone.
This year, Welcoming Week is September 10-19, 2026.
See below for a list of Welcoming Week events across our Y. Hope to see you there!
Andover/North Andover Events
Around the World in a Cup
Tuesday, September 15 | 7-10 a.m.
Enjoy coffee and treats in the lobby!
Yoga Around the World
Wednesday, September 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Please join Dottie for a Vinyasa experience that celebrates our diversity through music and movement. Register on the MV YMCA app.
Around the World Aqua Zumba
Thursday, September 17 at 9:00 a.m.
Enjoy energetic music and dance-inspired movements from a variety of cultures while getting a fun, low-impact workout in the water. Register on the MV YMCA app.
Bellydancing Workshop
Thursday, September 17 at 12:00 p.m.
Join Seyyide, a renown Belly Dancing performer and teacher for a fun, engaging workshop to get you moving in the spirit of cultural exploration! Register here.
Salsa & Bachata Dance Fitness
Saturday, September 19 at 10:30 a.m.
Join Mike for a Dance Fitness experience that features Salsa and Bachata from it’s roots. Register on the MV YMCA app.
Lawrence Events
Documentary Screening: Revolutionary Stories of Immigrants in Lawrence
Monday, September 14 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Lawrence Heritage State Park
Join us for the permiere of a student-led documentary from the YMCA’s Summer Connect and Adelante Scholars programs, showcasing inspiring stories of resilience from Lawrence’s immigrant community. This screening is free and open to the public.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Thursday, September 17 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Lawrence YMCA
Join us for a night of family fun as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Lawrence YMCA! Enjoy BINGO, Dominoes, raffles, Hispanic appetizers, music, dancing and more! This event is free and open to the public. Please register here.
