On October 11th, the founder of the YMCA, George Williams, would have turned 203! He led the founding of the YMCA in London at age 22 in 1844, and since then the Y has counted on young people to bring new ideas and energy to our organization, including here in Utah. Here are some fun facts about the YMCA of Northern Utah: The YMCA opened in Salt Lake City in 1893- over 125 years ago! YMCA Camp Roger opens in 1948. In 1968, a new full YMCA facility is opened in Salt Lake City (later closed in 1991). In 2010 and 2014, the YMCA opens Community Family Centers in Taylorsville and Ogden to expand our reach in youth programs! As you can see, the YMCA has a rich history right here in Utah! Find our more at ymcautah.org/ymca-history.
Ogden, Weber, Davis & Beyond
THIS MONTH AT A GLANCE
The YMCA is having a Fall Festival on the 16th! Everyone is welcome! Feel free to dress up, and don't forget to bring a bucket for trick-or-treating! Located at 575 Lockwood Drive, Ogden UT 84404
Month at a Glance
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MONTHLY REMINDERS
East Ridge has fall break from Thursday October 16th - Monday October 20th. There will be no school or YMCA these days. If you still need care, get registered for School's Out Camp here!
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WE'RE SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE!
Mira Santek - October 14th Noah Mendez - October 21st HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
MONTHLY SPOTLIGHT
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School schedule
We have lots of fun activities planned for the month. From Halloween science experiments to autumn art projects, we can't wait to make this a super fun month!
fall festival - 10/16
OCTOBER 2025
This month we're excited to spotlight our student, Noah. Noah is a great role model in our program! He is a friend to everyone and always brings a positive attitude to everything he does. Whether it's offering help with homework, reading, or activities, he is always there to lend a hand—all while he stays on track himself. Thank you, Noah, for being so helpful in our program!
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Fall break is October 16th-20th! Register for School's Out Camp here or visit ymcautah.org/schoolsoutcamp Fall Festival - October 16th at the YMCA Community Family Center in Ogden (575 Lockwood Dr) Auto payments are withdrawn on the 25th! Program hours: Monday-Thursday: 2:30pm - 5:30pm Friday:12:30pm - 5:30pm
Welcome Desk: 801-466-6299 (call or text!) OR welcomedesk@ymcautah.org (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Program Director: Ashley Ballew aballew@ymcautah.org Site Coordinator: Mackenzie Brewer eastridge@ymcautah.org
Dear Weber and Davis Afterschool Families, Get ready for a night of festive fun at our Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 16th from 6:30–8:30 PM! Join us at the Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation YMCA Community Family Center (575 Lockwood Dr, Ogden, UT 84404) for an evening filled with games, candy, and helpful informational resources for families. Bonus! We’ll be collecting donations for Savers (gently used clothing and more). For every full trash bag donated, you’ll be entered into a raffle to win tickets to the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium! Come dressed in your favorite costume and celebrate the season with us! Sincerely, Ashley Ballew - Youth Development Director
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