Downriver Family YMCA

06/13/2026

📖 Did You Know?

Children who read during the summer are more likely to maintain and improve their reading skills before returning to school in the fall.

That's why we're excited to host the Scholastic Book Fair at the Downriver Family YMCA from June 22–26!

Stop by after camp, after work, or bring the whole family to find books that will keep kids learning, imagining, and growing all summer long.

📍 Downriver Family YMCA
📅 June 22–26
⏰ 3:00 PM–7:00 PM

Reading today. Leading tomorrow.

06/12/2026

🌞⛺ THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER! ⛺🌞

Camp Rivi Mac starts MONDAY, and our counselors have a few friendly reminders before we kick off the best summer ever! 💙🎉

Check out this special message from our counselors, and get ready—because camp season is officially here! ☀️🏕️

We can’t wait to welcome our campers and families back to Camp Rivi Mac. See you Monday!

🐻💙☀️

06/10/2026

❤️📚 Help Put a Book in Every Child's Hands 📚❤️

Not every child has the opportunity to purchase a book during the Scholastic Book Fair. That's where our amazing YMCA community can help!

We're collecting donations through our Scholastic Giving Fund to ensure more children can experience the joy of choosing and owning a book of their own.

Every dollar helps inspire a young reader and supports literacy in our community.

📖 Donate today:
https://shop.scholastic.com/stf/fund?orgUCN=600393668

Together, we can turn pages, build futures, and create lifelong readers.

06/09/2026

💙 Thank You, Kiwanis of Allen Park! 💙

We are incredibly grateful to the Kiwanis of Allen Park for their generous donation of $15,000 in support of Camp RiviMac, summer day camp, at the Downriver Family YMCA!

This remarkable gift will help ensure that more children have the opportunity to experience the adventure, friendship, growth, and lifelong memories that summer camp provides. Through the support of community partners like Kiwanis, we are able to make camp accessible to families and create experiences that help young people build confidence, develop new skills, and discover their potential.

Thank you to the Kiwanis of Allen Park for your continued commitment to strengthening our community and investing in the lives of local children and families. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on the campers we serve this summer and for years to come.

Please join us in thanking Kiwanis of Allen Park for helping make Camp RiviMac an unforgettable experience for so many young people!

06/08/2026

🌟 Summer Day Camp Changes Lives! 🌟

This past Saturday, we had the exciting opportunity to share the impact of YMCA Summer Day Camp live on WDIV!

Summer Day Camp is more than just a place for kids to spend their summer—it's a place where they build confidence, make friends, stay active, and create memories that last a lifetime. We are grateful to have had the chance to showcase how these experiences help children learn, grow, and thrive.

A special thank you to Nichole and Arianna for sharing their story and representing our Y so well on live television!

At the YMCA, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the magic of camp, regardless of their family's ability to pay. That's why support through our **Make Every Day Better Annual Campaign** is so important. Donations help provide scholarships and financial assistance, ensuring that every child has access to the programs and experiences that can make a lasting difference in their lives.

🎥 Check out the news segment below and see the impact for yourself!

If you're looking for a summer filled with adventure, friendship, and growth for your child, there's still time to register for Summer Day Camp.

And if you'd like to help make these experiences possible for local families, consider supporting our Make Every Day Better Campaign.

Together, we're helping kids discover their potential and creating stronger communities every day.

Enroll in CAMP here: https://bit.ly/4uqD1zw
To give to the Make Every Day Better Campaign, click here: https://ymcadetroit.org/give/

https://youtu.be/WD0pLWdNWpw?si=wBkgsfaeIuVm9owz

Interview with Nichole Zello, parent, YMCA board of directors, Mari...

06/06/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Join the Y App Challenge! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Ready to get moving this June? Challenge yourself to complete 50 miles in 30 days—that's just 1.6 miles per day!

📅 Challenge Dates: June 1–30
🎯 Goal: Complete 50 miles during the month
🏆 Prize: Everyone who finishes the challenge will be entered into a drawing to win ONE FREE MONTH of Y membership!

Track your progress through the Y App, stay motivated, and make every mile count. Whether you walk, run, or jog, this challenge is a great way to stay active and reach your fitness goals.

Sign up today and start logging those miles! 💪

06/05/2026

📚✨ Summer Starts with a Great Book! ✨📚

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to the Downriver Family YMCA!

Join us June 22–26 from 3:00 PM–7:00 PM for an exciting week of books, reading, and family fun. Browse hundreds of affordable books for children, teens, and families while encouraging a lifelong love of reading.

📖 Books for all ages
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to members and the community
☀️ Perfect for summer reading

📍 Downriver Family YMCA
📅 June 22–26, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM–7:00 PM

Let's help our children discover new adventures one page at a time!

06/03/2026

June Swim Lessons are starting THIS WEEK!

Give your child the confidence and skills they need to enjoy the water safely this summer by registering for swim lessons today!

Our swim lessons help swimmers of all levels build water safety awareness, improve technique, and have fun while learning. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to strengthen their skills, we have a class for them!

Spots fill quickly—secure yours today and dive into summer with confidence!

Here is the bit link for registration - https://bit.ly/4vi1Wqt

06/03/2026

💕 DATE NIGHT AT THE Y IS HERE! 💃🎨

Put down the phones, grab your favorite person, and join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, laughter, and connection at the Downriver Family YMCA!

✨ Learn Beginner Detroit-Style Ballroom Dancing
🎨 Create a masterpiece together during our Paint & Sip Mocktail Experience
🍹 Enjoy delicious handcrafted mocktails
❤️ Spend quality time making memories that will last long after the night is over

No dance experience? No problem! This event is designed for couples of all experience levels.

📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Downriver Family YMCA
🏷️ Members: $15 per person
🏷️ Non-Members: $30 per person

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents, we've got you covered! Parents' Night Out is happening at the same time, so you can enjoy a stress-free evening while the kids have fun at the Y.

🎟️ Space is limited and spots are filling quickly!

Register today:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/ymcadetroit/activity/search/detail/119573?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

❤️ Dance Together. Create Together. Grow Together.