The Sarah and Richard Hardy YMCA Child Development Center

09/04/2026

💙 Wishing Mr. Max All the Best! 💙

After more than 12 years as part of our YMCA family, Mr. Max Salmon will be saying goodbye to the Sarah and Richard Hardy YMCA Child Development Center. His last day with us will be Tuesday, September 8th.

Over the years, Mr. Max has worn many different hats at our center! From working with our school-age children, to our preschool classrooms, and most recently helping prepare meals for our children in the kitchen, he has been part of so many different pieces of our Y community.

More than a decade at the Y means a whole lot of children, families, coworkers, memories, and milestones! We are grateful for the many years Mr. Max has spent as part of our center and all the ways he has contributed along the way.

Please help us wish Mr. Max all the best as he begins his next chapter! 💙 We hope he takes many wonderful memories of his years at the Y with him!

Once a part of our YMCA family, always a part of our YMCA family. 💙

💙 ¡Le deseamos todo lo mejor a Mr. Max! 💙

Después de más de 10 años siendo parte de nuestra familia de la YMCA, Mr. Max se estará despidiendo del Sarah and Richard Hardy YMCA Child Development Center. Su último día con nosotros será el martes, 8 de septiembre.

¡A través de los años, Mr. Max ha desempeñado muchos roles diferentes en nuestro centro! Ha trabajado con nuestros niños de edad escolar, en nuestros salones de preescolar y, más recientemente, ayudando a preparar las comidas de nuestros niños en la cocina. De una manera u otra, ha sido parte de muchísimos momentos dentro de nuestra comunidad de la Y.

Más de una década en la Y significa muchísimos niños, familias, compañeros de trabajo, recuerdos y momentos especiales. Estamos muy agradecidos por todos los años que Mr. Max ha compartido con nuestro centro y por todas las maneras en que ha contribuido a lo largo de los años.

¡Ayúdennos a desearle a Mr. Max todo lo mejor mientras comienza su próximo capítulo! 💙 ¡Esperamos que se lleve muchos lindos recuerdos de sus años en la Y!

Una vez parte de nuestra familia de la YMCA, siempre serás parte de nuestra familia de la YMCA. 💙

09/01/2026

08/23/2026

Kids are heading back to school! 📚Whether it’s elementary school, preschool, daycare, or at home with mom or dad, a nutritious lunch is important to fuel their learning. 🍎Help them get the healthy food they need through WIC! Kids are eligible for WIC until they turn 5 years old. Apply today! http://ow.ly/zYXZ50Kx8IN

08/22/2026

On Thursday our two preschool classes went on a field trip! 🚌

They went on a cow safari, had some ice cream, and fed some animals! 🐮🌾 it was such a fun day for our littles 🩵

Thank you Eastliegh Farms for having us & making this such a great adventure!

08/19/2026

👀👀 take a look at our centers garden!

Thank you to Mr. Joe for working so hard at this project and giving our kiddos an opportunity to learn about gardening! 🪏🪴🫜

08/19/2026

Preschool 2 went on a walk today and did a color hunt! 🌷🌱🌳🩵

These little explorers searched high and low for colors all around them! What a fun adventure 🤗

08/17/2026

GLOWing to Kindergarten! 🌟

Pre-K had a glow in the dark party to celebrate their accomplishments this year!

They made glow bracelets, used glow paint, did some tattoos, wrote their names with highlighters, had a dance party, and really so much MORE! 🎉

08/14/2026

We love swim lessons at the Andrew J Petro Memorial Pool ! 🌊🌊

These kiddos made such incredible improvements in their swimming skills this summer! 🤿We couldn’t be more thankful for the lifeguards, swim instructors, and of course our staff!

Until next year 🤩

08/14/2026

🏫A New School year
🆕A Fresh Start
📖A year to Thrive

As we begin the 2026-2027 school year, now is the time to ensure your child have the support, services, and educational plan they need to thrive.

At Gerrish Educational Advocacy, we partner with families to navigate the special education process, prepare for meetings, understand their rights, and advocate for individualized supports that help each child reach their full potential.

You don't have the navigate the journey alone, contact Chace Gerrish at Gerrish Educational Advocacy.

08/11/2026

One week left! ☀️

It’s hard to believe, but our pool season is coming to a close. Join us for one last week of sunshine, swims, and summer memories before our final day on **August 16th**.

A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing patrons for making this such a fun and safe season—we couldn’t do it without you! 💙

Let’s make it count—see you on deck! 🏊‍♂️💙