Boothbay Region YMCA update on closure, weekend meals

Thu, 04/02/2020 - 8:15am

Boothbay Region YMCA Executive Director has announced that due to Governor Mills’ “Stay Healthy at Home” mandate through April 30, the YMCA has extended its closure.

“We continue to provide limited childcare for essential employees, our weekend meal program (Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.), and will extend the Winter II program session to make-up any lost classes. We tentatively anticipate reopening the first week of May, pending recommendations from the CDC, state, and local town and health officials,” said Hamblett in a letter.

“We understand that you may also be going through a personal hardship during this crisis, and if that is the case, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Logahn Walker our Member Engagement Director at lwalker@brymca.org. However, if you have the means to continue your membership and support the Y, we hope that you will. Our understanding is that membership dues paid while the Y is closed can be treated as charitable donations for tax purposes.

“Our community depends on the Y for a safe and enriching place for our kids and adults where healthy food is provided, wellness is supported, and social interaction allows us to thrive. We remain committed to opening as soon as it is deemed safe and will continue to support ever-changing needs of our community.

“Please stay safe and be well.”