Princeton YMCA

10/19/2026

Fall 2 Program Registration opens TODAY! Find friends, fun, and fitness for ALL!

Learn more about our variety of offerings and register today at, www.gscymca.org/fall-2-programs.

10/16/2026

MEMORY CAFÉ Supporting Memory Health

Memory Cafe is a monthly gathering in a safe and supportive environment designed for individuals experiencing memory loss, Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, other memory challenges & their Caregivers. Join a comfortable, social gathering that allows people experiencing memory loss and a loved one to connect, socialize, and build new support networks.

Cafes are free to attend and welcome to all. Join us at Princeton YMCA Tuesday, October 27 at 10:30 AM. This month's theme is cognitive and awareness exercises. Register here: www.gscymca.org/memory-cafe-pry.

10/16/2026

TRUNK OR TREAT! Halloween at Princeton YMCA, Friday October 30 at 6:30 PM

Join us in partnership with the Arts Council of Princeton for a fun-filled evening the whole family will enjoy! Kick off the night with Trunk or Treat, where kids can collect candy from creatively decorated car trunks.

Then, grab your blankets and lawn chairs for our Outdoor Movie Night viewing of Monsters Inc. Come in costume, bring your own snacks to enjoy. Registration required. *FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY*

6:30 PM: TRUNK OR TREAT IN THE PARKING LOT
MOVIE: MONSTERS INC. ON THE FIELD

Learn more and register at, https://www.gscymca.org/2026/10/trunk-or-treat-at-princeton-ymca/.

TRUNK OR TREAT Princeton YMCA! Join us in partnership with the Princeton Arts Council for a fun-filled evening the whole family will enjoy!

10/15/2026

Basketball at Princeton YMCA Starting in November!

At the Y, we’re about building confidence, teamwork, and character on and off the court! Our basketball program meets children and young adults where they are. Join us in the gymnasium to develop your game, get active, and find your community in a supportive, high-energy environment!

Learn more and register at https://www.gscymca.org/2026/10/basketball-at-princeton-ymca/.

10/15/2026

Blood Drive at Princeton YMCA FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 at 12PM

Did you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? Be a hero, give blood to help save a life. Please remember to eat, drink, and bring ID!

Register today at, https://www.gscymca.org/2026/10/join-us-for-princeton-ymcas-american-red-cross-blood-drive/.

FILL THE NEED Blood Drive at Princeton YMCA Did you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? Be a hero, give blood […]

10/14/2026

GOBLINS & GHOULS IN THE POOL!
Join us at Princeton YMCA on Saturday, October 24 at 3PM for a frightfully fun evening at the Goblins & Ghouls YMCA Pool Party! Enjoy floating pumpkins in the pool, ring toss, splash through exciting pool activities, compete in our costume contest, and celebrate with treats and prizes.

It’s a safe, family-friendly Halloween celebration full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories! Register today at, https://www.gscymca.org/2026/10/goblins-ghouls-in-the-pool/.

Join us for a frightfully fun Goblins & Ghouls YMCA Pool Party! Enjoy pumpkins in the pool, ring toss, and celebrate with treats and prizes.

10/13/2026

Princeton YMCA hosted its ninth annual Bart’s Challenge, bringing together YMCA members, community participants, volunteers, and supporters for a day of fitness, friendly competition, and community impact. This year’s event raised over $25,000 toward Princeton YMCA’s 2026 Annual Campaign, which supports access to YMCA programs and services for individuals and families throughout the community.

The competition featured six timed exercises: planks, mountain climbers, sit-ups, regular and declined push-ups, and chin-ups. Participants competed individually, in pairs, or as part of four-person teams across competitive and recreational heats. All participants received a commemorative T-shirt and medal, while top performers earned special prizes. The event welcomed approximately 40 participants and volunteers, including 10 judges.

Bart’s Challenge is named in honor of Bart Talloen, a retired Johnson & Johnson senior executive and fitness enthusiast who has raised more than $300,000 for the YMCA through his athletic pursuits and fundraising efforts since 2018. Through the annual competition, Talloen encourages participants to challenge themselves physically while supporting the YMCA’s mission and expanding access to programs that strengthen the community.

“Bart’s Challenge began with a simple idea: leverage my personal world record quests to motivate others to set their goals and start their own fitness journeys. We bring people together through fitness while giving back to a cause that matters,” said Talloen. “It’s rewarding to see the event continue to grow and welcome participants of different backgrounds, ages and abilities. I hope it inspires even more individuals, schools, businesses, and community organizations to get involved, set personal goals, and discover the value of fitness and how healthy living can bring people together.”

Princeton YMCA welcomes community members to join its mission to build stronger, healthier communities. To get involved, visit: https://www.gscymca.org/who-we-are/collaborations-community-support/.

10/12/2026

FALL INTO FUN AT THE Y: Fall 2 Program Registration opens next Monday, October 19!

Find friends, fun, and fitness for ALL! Brand new programs, forever favorites, and a few fun twists are in store for all ages and abilities at Greater Somerset County YMCA, including:

Swim Lessons & Clinics
Dance Classes
Gymnastics Classes
Martial Arts & Sports
Small Group Training
Teen Small Group Training
Youth Art and Cooking Classes
And More!

Learn more about our variety of offerings and registration here, www.gscymca.org/fall-2-programs-coming-soon.

10/09/2026

COMMUNITY POTLUCK FOR AGES 55+ at Princeton YMCA!

At the Y, we believe in strengthening our community through healthy living, lasting friendships, and shared joy. Our monthly Senior Potluck welcomes everyone ages 55 and older to gather, meet new friends, and enjoy a delicious variety of food together. Simply bring a favorite homemade or store-bought appetizer, main, side, or dessert sized for 4–5 people, along with a serving utensil (and an optional ingredient list), and join us in sharing a warm, memorable meal.

WHEN: OCT. 21, NOV. 18, and DEC. 16
TIME: 12PM – 1PM

Learn more and register, https://www.gscymca.org/2026/09/community-potluck-for-ages-55-at-princeton-ymca/.

Our monthly Senior Potluck welcomes everyone ages 55 and older to gather, meet new friends, and enjoy a delicious variety of food together.

10/08/2026

FALL INTO FUN AT THE Y: Fall 2 Program Registration opens Monday, October 19! Find friends, fun, and fitness for ALL!

Learn more about our variety of offerings and registration here, www.gscymca.org/fall-2-programs-coming-soon.