Franklin County’s YMCA Notebook: June 17, 2025
Austin Platek, then 13, of Erving, practices robbing a home run ball tossed by outfielder Kyle Henington of the Valley Blue Sox during a clinic for baseball enthusiasts at Lunt Field in Greenfield in 2024. For the second year, Valley Blue Sox players are coming to Franklin County to host a two-day baseball clinic for children ages 6 to 13. STAFF FILE PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ
| Published: 06-16-2025 10:50 AM |
It’s not too late to enroll in the YMCA’s summer camps.
Gymnastics Camp: Develop strength, flexibility and confidence. Includes the Lil-Flippers Half-Day Mini Camp for ages 3½ to 5.
Ninja Warrior Camp: Obstacle courses for ages 5 to 14 to test strength and agility. Sessions: June 30 to July 3 and Aug. 4 to Aug. 8. (Extended care is offered from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at no extra cost.)
Learn more or register for summer camps by visiting your-y.org/camps.
Summer session registration is now open. Classes and programs begin the week of June 23. Explore offerings and register at your-y.org.
Teen Summer Strength Training: This new program for teens ages 13 to 18 focuses on strength, confidence and smart fitness with a certified personal trainer. Visit bit.ly/3ZIh7Lo to register.
There are two options:
Group (maximum of five participants): Tuesdays, 4 to 5 p.m. from June 24 to July 15 OR July 22 to Aug 12. $100.
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Individual: Five custom 45-minute sessions. $100.
For the second year, Valley Blue Sox players are coming to Franklin County to host a two-day baseball clinic for children ages 6 to 13 on Monday, July 28, and Tuesday, July 29, from 9 a.m. to noon at Lunt Field. $50 for Y members; $60 for non-members. Sign up at bit.ly/3xpuEMZ. Sponsored by All States Materials Group.
Join Franklin County’s YMCA at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, July 19, at 7:30 p.m. to cheer on the New England Revolution. Before kickoff, attendees can enjoy a YMCA tailgate with games and fun for all ages. Fireworks will follow the match. Reserve tickets, which cost $30, at bit.ly/43s68ab by Tuesday, June 17. Transportation is not provided.
Residents can sign up to receive Franklin County’s YMCA’s newsletters at your-y.org to get the latest news and program information.
