Join us for Healthy Kids Day on April 26
The YMCA of Western North Carolina is hosting the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day®, encouraging families to take a moment to help kids be kids and set them up for a summer of success.
The events at the Corpening Memorial Y in Marion will feature activities such as fun games, healthy cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts, contests and prizes, more than 25 local vendor and community partner booths, and much more.
Saturday, April 26
Corpening Memorial YMCA
348 Grace Corpening Dr
Marion, NC 28752
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Healthy Kids Day is the Y’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids and families. The Y hopes to use the day to get more kids moving and learning, creating healthy habits they can continue while they’re away from the classroom. When kids are out of school, they can face hurdles that prevent them from reaching their full potential. Research shows that without access to out-of-school learning activities, kids fall behind academically. Kids also gain weight twice as fast during summer than during the school year.
With all that’s happening in the world right now, Healthy Kids Day is a reminder to families that we can help ensure all children have access to what they need to reach their full potential, even during out-of-school time.
Healthy Kids Day is a free event that is open to the public.
Information for businesses
If you're a business who wants to help inspire kids to keep their minds and bodies active while teaching families how to develop routines that support mental and physical health at home, we want to connect with you.
We are welcoming partners to contribute to and participate in the events. If you are interested, reach out!