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Celebrate LatinX Heritage Month

Community Outreach
September 15 to October 15 celebrate LatinX Heritage Month with the YMCA. Join free events across Greater Seattle. National LatinX Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. It celebrates the culture and recognizes the contributions made by those whose ancestors came from Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, South America and Spain.
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Water Safety at the Y

Swim
Spending time around water can be relaxing and so much fun, but without the proper training, water can be deadly. Learning water safety skills can serve kids for their whole lives. Whether on camping trips, pool parties or trips to the beach, when kids are prepared, the chance of accident decreases significantly. We can prevent accidental deaths
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Resolve to Be Light in This Darkness

Community Life
By Glen Gunderson Like many of you, my mind is spinning because of international, national and local events that have centered around racism, from the repeal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), to the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, to the bombing of the Dar Al-Farooq Islamic Center in Bloomington.
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Learn about camp Terry's history

Community Life
Located on the Raging River in Preston, Washington, YMCA Camp Terry provides outdoor fun for all. Originally deeded to the YMCA by Clarence C. Terry in 1942 for $10, YMCA Camp Terry has grown to provide a range of programs including Outdoor Day Camp, Family Camp Overnights and Outdoor Environmental Education.
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