Family time at the Y is about giving families as a unit, and as individuals, the opportunities to deepen relationships, develop new skills and interests, improve their health and well-being, and connect to the community.
Healthy Earth, Healthy Kids: APR 22
Join us for this free event us as we celebrate the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day along with the 31st anniversary of Healthy Kids Day! Earth Day was created to raise awareness of environmental issues and Healthy Kids Day® is all about improving health and well-being for kids and families. Creating healthy people means creating a healthy planet and the Y hopes to use the day to teach kids to appreciate everything the Earth gives us, while learning how to keep their minds and bodies active.
SAT APR 22 | 11AM-2PM
NORTON OUTDOOR CENTER
295 WEST MAIN STREET
NORTON, MA
Event Highlights:
- Local Craft Fair
- Family Fun Run
- Nature Scavenger Hunt
- Seed Planting
- Ropes Course Elements
- Yoga
- Product Samples
…And More
Free to Y Members & Non-Members
No Registration Required.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jen Maltese, Executive Director, Norton Outdoor Center by calling (508) 222-7292 or emailing JMaltese@attleboroymca.org.
Special Guest Bedtime Stories
Children of all ages (including the young and young-at-heart) are invited to join us each month to enjoy a snack while listening to one of our favorite bedtime stories, read to them by a very special guest. Among our invited guests this season are the Queen of Hearts and the Easter Bunny! Be sure to follow our social media channels (@AttleboryYMCA) – Facebook & Instagram – as well as visiting our website for additional updates and special guest announcements.
Ages: All ages, accompanied by a parent or guardian
LAST THU MONTHLY 5:45-6:30 PM
JAN 26
FEB 23
MAR 30
APR 27
MAY 25
JUN 29
Downtown Branch
$5, Y Members
$10, Non-Members
Register Online
For questions or additional information, contact Kimberly Burt, Child Watch Coordinator, at (508) 222-7422, or email KBurt@attleboroymca.org.
Winter Vacation Mini Camp: Wild About Animals
Children will learn the how and why of our winter friends. We will do investigations of habitats and their food, as well as learn how we can h
elp them during the cold, winter season. Children attend on both days.
Ages: 5 and Up
TUE FEB 21 & THU FEB 23 9:30-11:30 AM
Downtown Branch
$30/Child, Y Members
$45/Child, Non-Members
Register Online
For questions or additional information, contact Kimberly Burt, Child Watch Coordinator, at (508) 222-7422, or email KBurt@attleboroymca.org.
Springtime Movie Nights
Bring the family and pack a picnic dinner. Grab some chairs and blankets to curl up in and enjoy a movie under the stars!
SAT APR 29 & MAY 20
7:00-9:00 PM
*Movies to be announced on our website and social media channels (Follow us on Facebook & Instagram, @attleboroymca).
Norton Outdoor Center
295 West Main Street
Norton, MA
$25/Family of 4 (per movie), Y Members & Non-Members
$5 per additional family members
Toe Jam Puppet Band
Ages: All Ages
Come to a special performance by the Toe Jam Puppet Band at the Norton Outdoor Center. The Toe Jam Puppet Band offers a special brand of hands-on children’s entertainment that grown-ups can enjoy, as well. The performances are very active, encouraging kids and parents to sing and dance along with the band as they entertain with a unique combination of original songs, masterful shadow puppetry, storytelling and just plain old good fun!
WED APR 19
11:00-11:45 AM
Norton Outdoor Center
295 West Main Street, Norton, MA
$5/Child (Ages 2 and up), Y Members & Non-Members
Mom’s & Dad’s Club Friday
Ages: Up to 5 years, with adult caregiver
Our brand new playground at the Norton Outdoor Center (installed summer 2022) offers the perfect setting for a late morning/early afternoon of playground time, snack break, and a craft.
FRI, APR 28 | MAY 26
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Norton Outdoor Center
295 West Main Street, Norton, MA
Free, Y Members
Free, Non-Members
Family Swim
Family Swim is the perfect opportunity for families to be active and have fun together! While playing with family in the pool, children also gain swimming strength and learn about water safety.
Family Swim is free for Attleboro Norton YMCA Members. Non-Members must purchase a Day Pass ($18 per family or $12 per adult or $6 per youth) to attend family swim.
Please review our latest Health & Safety Guidelines before your visit. See our Family Swim Policies below.
Family Swim Schedule – Downtown Branch
MON 10:00-11:00 am / 6:30-8:30 pm
TUE 9:45-11:00 am / 7:10-8:30 pm
WED 10:00-11:00 am / 6:30-8:30 pm
THU 6:30-8:30 pm
FRI 10:00-11:00 am / 4:00-8:30 pm
SAT 12:00-4:30 pm
Family Swim Policies
- Parents are responsible for actively supervising their children at all times.
- All swimmers 11 & under must take a swim test.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied in the pool area or in the water by an adult. Any child under 9 who does not pass the swim
test must be accompanied by an adult in the water & stay within arm’s reach in the shallow end. - Instructional Equipment, including starting blocks, may not be used during Family Swim. Toys & noodles may be used at the lifeguard’s discretion depending on the number of patrons.
- Only YMCA bubbles and Coast Guard approved flotation devices are allowed. No inflatable devices, such as water wings, inner tubes, rafts, etc.
Birthday Parties
Invite your friends to splash, explore and play with a fun, active party at the Y!
The Y has a variety of parties to keep all the kids on your invitation list happy! All parties are one-and-a-half (1 1/2) hours, including a one-hour (1 hr.) activity and one half-hour (1/2 hr.) in our party room. The fee includes a party coordinator to run the activities and help out in the party room. Plus, the birthday boy or girl gets a special gift from the Y!
Parties are offered on Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00-1:30 pm or 2:00-3:30 pm.
Toddler Party
For the child turning 1-3 years of age
Bring your little one to the Y with your family and friends for their birthday this year. The gymnasium will be open with balls and an obstacle course for the parents and older kids. The party area will be set up for the entire stretch of 1.5 hours. Songs and games and parachute fun for the littlest of birthday stars will be played at the family’s request. The party can be as structured or as free flowing as you choose.
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Contact: Andrea Berardi, Senior Program Director at (508) 222-7292 or email Aberardi@attleboroymca.org.
Pool Party
Downtown or Norton Outdoor Center (seasonally) – all ages
Celebrate your next birthday with a great time of playing pool games and splashing around with friends! Games and relay races can be arranged or have free swim time. Depending on ages and swim ability, adults may need to be in the water with kids. Please note: All children under the age of 7 must be accompanied in the water by an adult.
Location: Downtown Branch
Contact: Lizzie Lefrancois, Member Experience Specialist at (508) 409-0776 or email elefrancois@attleboroymca.org.
Dance or Cheer Birthday Party
Ages 4 and up
Is dance or cheer your passion? Think it would be fun to create a dance or cheer just for your party group? We have that covered! We will create a dance or cheer with the group and then the children will perform it for the parents at the end of the activity time before heading to the party area for cake time.
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Contact: Andrea Berardi, Senior Program Director at (508) 222-7292 or email Aberardi@attleboroymca.org.
Sports Party
Ages 3 and up
Get into the game! Bring your friends to the Y’s gymnasium to play one of your favorite sports. Choose from basketball, floor hockey, or soccer.
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Contact: Andrea Berardi, Senior Program Director at (508) 222-7292 or email Aberardi@attleboroymca.org.
Arts and Crafts Party
Ages 3 and up
Express yourself! Pick from one of the three crafts available and let your party goers create and enjoy an activity geared towards your child’s interest.
Themes are Princess, Superhero, Animals of the Jungle
The craft time will be 30-45 minutes and then the children will have some active play with songs, dance and imaginative play.
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Contact: Andrea Berardi, Senior Program Director at (508) 222-7292 or email Aberardi@attleboroymca.org.
Nature/Garden Party Party
Ages 3 and up
Enjoy the great outdoors! Bring your friends to the Y’s Norton Outdoor center and explore nature with your friends. Choose from a garden themed party or a hiking party.
Location: Norton Outdoor Center
Contact: Andrea Berardi, Senior Program Director at (508) 222-7292 or email Aberardi@attleboroymca.org.
Archery Party
Ages 5 and up
Get ready to take aim! Bring your friends to the Y’s Norton Outdoor center and challenge yourself to score a bullseye. Led by a certified archery instructor, you’ll gain focus, improved accuracy, increased self-confidence, and team building.
Location: Norton Outdoor Center
Contact: Andrea Berardi, Senior Program Director at (508) 222-7292 or email Aberardi@attleboroymca.org.
Ropes Challenge Course Party
Ages 5 and up (2 hours)
Get ready to soar to new heights! Bring your friends to the Y’s Norton Outdoor center jump, climb and challenge the group to work together as a team for a high flying party.
Location: Norton Outdoor Center
Contact: Andrea Berardi, Senior Program Director at (508) 222-7292 or email Aberardi@attleboroymca.org.
*Please note the price for a ropes party is $350 for members/$425 for non members
Party Reservation Information
Rental Fees:
$250 Y Member / $325 Program Participant ($100 deposit due at registration to reserve your party.)
Please note that the above fees include up to 20 guests. To add additional guests up to 30 there will be a $70 fee, this must be done at time of party booking.