YMCA at the Speer Center

YMCA at the Speer Center YMCA of Southwest Florida – Arcadia
Bringing the Y spirit to Arcadia!

🎬🍿 FREE Summer Movie Fun Starts NOW! Looking for something fun, affordable, and family-friendly this weekend? We’ve got ...
06/14/2026

🎬🍿 FREE Summer Movie Fun Starts NOW!

Looking for something fun, affordable, and family-friendly this weekend? We’ve got you covered!

Join us for FREE Sunday Movie Funday at the Turner Agri-Civic Center! Bring the kids, invite the grandparents, grab your friends, and enjoy an afternoon filled with laughter, memories, and a great movie.

📅 Every Sunday This Summer
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Turner Agri-Civic Center
2250 NE Roan Street, Arcadia, FL

🎥 Movie Dates
🍿 June: 7, 14, 21, 28
☀️ July: 5, 12, 19, 26
🌻 August: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

✅ FREE Admission
🎬 Movies rated G, PG, or PG-13
🍿 Affordable concessions with snacks and drinks available

THIS SUNDAY YOU CAN WIN A $25 WAWA GIFT CARD!

There’s nothing better than bringing our community together for fun, connection, and unforgettable summer memories. We can’t wait to see you there!

Tag a friend, gather the family, and let’s make this a summer to remember!

🌽🥕 Food Distribution is TODAY! 🥖🍎We’ll be at the Speer Center from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM ready to serve our community with ...
06/10/2026

🌽🥕 Food Distribution is TODAY! 🥖🍎

We’ll be at the Speer Center from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM ready to serve our community with fresh food for you and your family.

✅ Already registered with All Faiths Food Bank? Please bring your food bank card with you.

💙 Don’t have your card? No worries! Still come! We’ll help get you set up with one when you arrive.

At the YMCA, we’re committed to strengthening our community by ensuring families have access to healthy food and valuable resources. We can’t wait to welcome you and serve you today!

📍 Speer Center
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Share this post with a friend, neighbor, or family member who could benefit. Together, we build a stronger, healthier community. 💚

YMCA Early Learning Academy @ West Elementary School🐜🎨 Our toddlers have been busy little learners! This week, they are ...
06/10/2026

YMCA Early Learning Academy @ West Elementary School

🐜🎨 Our toddlers have been busy little learners! This week, they are exploring the fascinating world of ants while creating some amazing process art projects.

We love process art because it encourages creativity, exploration, and hands-on learning. As our young artists build layers, experiment with different materials, and create unique masterpieces, they are also developing fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and self-expression.

Learning, creating, and discovering—one layer at a time! ❤️🐜🎨

06/08/2026

Leadership isn’t just talked about. It’s lived. 💙🏀🤝

Our YMCA Beacons youth recently rolled up their sleeves to help distribute food to families throughout DeSoto County, proving that making a difference starts with serving others.

These young men are more than athletes. They train, compete, and even volunteer their time coaching the next generation of aspiring basketball players in the S4G League. Yet despite their busy schedules, they still choose to give back to their community.

This is what community building looks like.
This is what civic engagement looks like.
This is what social responsibility looks like.
This is what youth empowerment looks like.

When we invest in young people, we don’t just develop athletes. We develop leaders, mentors, servants, and changemakers who understand that true success isn’t measured only by what you achieve, but by how many people you help along the way.

We couldn’t be more proud of these young men for choosing to lead with character, compassion, and purpose. The future of our community is brighter because of them.

💙 One act of service today inspires a lifetime of leadership tomorrow.

06/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating YMCA Founders Day! 💙

Today we celebrate the legacy, impact, and promise of the YMCA and the communities we continue to serve together. From youth development to healthy living and social responsibility, we are proud to be part of a mission that changes lives every day. Thank you to our members, staff, volunteers, and supporters who help make the Y stronger for all! 💪✨

🥪 Free family meal distribution is available in DeSoto County! Families with children 18 and under can receive 14 meals ...
06/03/2026

🥪 Free family meal distribution is available in DeSoto County! Families with children 18 and under can receive 14 meals to help support breakfast and lunch throughout the week.

📍 Speer Center
📅 Every Wednesday | June 3 – August 5
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Family bags available!

Serving Our Community, One Family at a Time At the YMCA, we believe that strong communities are built when we show up fo...
06/03/2026

Serving Our Community, One Family at a Time

At the YMCA, we believe that strong communities are built when we show up for one another. This summer, we're proud to help support local families through our Desoto County Summer Food Program at the Speer Center.

📍 Speer Center
🗓 Every Wednesday
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 Now through August 5

Food is more than a meal. It's nourishment, stability, and an opportunity for families to focus on what matters most. When basic needs are met, our youth are better positioned to learn, grow, and thrive.

Community service is not just about giving back. It's about standing together, creating opportunities, and ensuring that every child and family feels supported. This is what social responsibility looks like in action.

We invite you to help spread the word, share this post, and encourage families who may benefit from this resource to join us.

Together, we can build a stronger, healthier, and more connected community for our youth and future generations.

Honoring a Legacy of Impact 🏆We proudly recognized Lisa Meskil with the Legacy of Impact Award at our Full-Time Staff Re...
05/27/2026

Honoring a Legacy of Impact 🏆

We proudly recognized Lisa Meskil with the Legacy of Impact Award at our Full-Time Staff Retreat.

Lisa’s dedication, leadership, and lasting contributions have made a meaningful difference within our YMCA and the communities we serve.

Thank you for the impact you continue to make.

Recognizing Our Emerging Leaders 🏆Congratulations to Olivia Haughey and Jenna Gream, recipients of the Emerging Leader A...
05/27/2026

Recognizing Our Emerging Leaders 🏆

Congratulations to Olivia Haughey and Jenna Gream, recipients of the Emerging Leader Award.

These leaders continue to demonstrate growth, initiative, passion, and a commitment to serving others while building the future of our association.

We are excited to watch your leadership journeys continue!

Congratulations to Robbie Tello 🏆Robbie was recognized with the Above Expectations, Beyond Mission Award for consistentl...
05/27/2026

Congratulations to Robbie Tello 🏆

Robbie was recognized with the Above Expectations, Beyond Mission Award for consistently going above and beyond in service to our members, staff, and community.

Thank you for your dedication, passion, and willingness to always do more to strengthen our YMCA.

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Arcadia, FL
34266

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