Fall Craft Fair - Moshannon Valley
2024-11-17 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
There will be craft vendors, food sale, bake sale, basket raffle and 50/50. We are currently looking for vendors. Email Sydney White at swhite@ymcaocc.org or stop by the front desk to pick up a vendor packet.

Wreath Workshop - Moshannon Valley
2024-11-24 13:00 - 15:00
Cost: $55
Limited spots available!
With Whitetail Hills Farm https://www.whitetailhillsfarms.com/shops
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

Black Friday Zumba - Penns Valley
2024-11-29 09:30 - 10:30
Looking for a fun way to kick off your holiday weekend? Join us for a special Black Friday Zumba class at the Penns Valley YMCA! We’re excited to introduce our new Zumba instructor, Geovy, who will lead you through an energetic and upbeat workout set to your favorite music. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a first-timer, this class is perfect for everyone!

Community Herbalist Class - Moshannon Valley
2024-12-03 18:00 - 19:00
Community Herbalist Classes
Dates: September 24th, October 29th, and December 3rd
Time: 6 PM

Medicinal Herb Growing, Preparation, and use
Medicinal plants that support each body system are explored in every class
Herbal preparation: How, why and when to use different forms of herbal medicine
How to harvest, dry and prepare roots, stem, leaves, flowers and seed for various herbal remedies: tea infusion, tinctures (drops), infused oils
Wellness Practices and tools
Herbs as food and food as medicine

Dine to Donate Fundraiser - Texas Roadhouse
2024-12-05 15:00 - 22:00

Polar Bear Plunge
2024-12-07 10:00 - 12:00
22nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge
DONATE AND SUPPORT A PLUNGER
REGISTER TO PLUNGE: Online registration closed. You can still register at the event, Saturday, December 7 at 10:00 AM
FIND A PLUNGER’S FUNDRAISING PAGE
REGISTERED PLUNGERS ONLINE HELP CENTER
NON-PLUNGERS: SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER
Every dollar you raise or give supports YOUR YMCA!
Join us to take the plunge at Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Road, Philipsburg, on Saturday, December 7.

ALL PLUNGERS
SUPER PLUNGERS

Minimum donation of $75 to plunge.
All plungers receive a long-sleeve event shirt. (Shirts are available
at the branches after the event.)
Plungers who raise at least $250 will be entered to win a
$250 Amazon Gift Card.
Raise a minimum of $500.
Plunging 3 times is OPTIONAL.
All Super Plungers will receive a special gift.

TOO CHICKEN TO PLUNGE
COOL SCHOOL CHALLENGE

Donate $75 for a “Too Chicken to Plunge” shirt.
Wear it to cheer on your Y and our brave plungers!

Represent and support your school’s Backpack
Weekend Food Program! Click here for more
information on Cool School Challenge.

2024 Sponsors
Super Plunge Sponsor:

Gold Sponsors:

Silver Sponsors:
3twenty9 Design
Black Bear Fiber
Bellefonte Moose
Collegiate Pride
Bronze Sponsors:
Daughenbaugh Funeral Home
Kish Bank
Benner Township
Texas Roadhouse
Phoenix Rehabilitation & Health Services
Spring Township
Babst Calland
McQuaide Blasko
Bellefonte Area Rotary
Wegmans

Wreath Workshop - Bellefonte
2024-12-07 14:30 - 16:30
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW
$35/person
Come design and create a homemade, live evergreen holiday wreath. Deb’s Flower Farm will be on-site to help guide participants through the process.

Child Care Open House - Moshannon Valley
2024-12-10 17:30 - 18:30
Join us in the Early Learning Center Building (located in the back parking lot) at the Moshannon Valley YMCA for a special Child Care Open House.
Opportunities To:

Meet our teachers
Meet our new Child Care Director, Emily Maier
Tour the classrooms
Get more information about all three Child Care Programs – Before and After School, Young Pre-K, and Pre-K

Holiday Cookie Exchange - State College
2024-12-12 10:15 - 11:45
Join us for a fun holiday cookie exchange! Bring 4 dozen cookies and leave with 4 dozen cookies. Sing along to holiday classics with Mary Madigan and enjoy coffee and snacks. Please sign up at the front desk in advance. For more information, contact Cindy Lupton at clupton@ymcaocc.org or (814) 237-7717.
About Mary Madigan: Mary is a local singer/songwriter performing at venues in State College and surrounding areas. After retiring from a career in nursing, she found time to enjoy her talent playing the guitar and sharing her voice to bring joy to others. Music has always been a part of her life. She enjoys playing mainly folk, blues, and gospel music.

Cookies with Santa - State College
2024-12-15 13:00 - 15:00
FREE AND OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY!
Get into the holiday spirit with this fun event in partnership with our local Army recruiting office. It will include a Wibit aquatic obstacle course, arts and craft, hot chocolate, special snacks, and a visit from Santa!
For more information, contact Jamie SanFilippo at jsanfilippo@ymcaocc.org.

SPINema - Penns Valley
2024-12-20 18:00 - 20:30
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW
Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. As it happens, this is Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results.
Runtime: 1h 37m
Rated: PG-13
Release Date: 11/07/2003
$10.00 for YMCA Members
$25.00 for Non-Members

Pancakes with Santa - Moshannon Valley
2024-12-21 08:00 - 09:00
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$10 Per Child
Santa Claus will be at the Moshannon Valley YMCA for a special pancake breakfast on Saturday, December 21. Come out and enjoy photo opportunities, a delicious breakfast, and Christmas themed craft. Cost is $10 per child.

Kids Night Out - Penns Valley
2025-01-17 17:30 - 20:00
Ages: 5-12
Price: Members: $10; Non-members: $15
Parents can enjoy a night to themselves while their kids have some fun at the Y! This event is for kids ages 5 to 12. Participants will enjoy a Winter craft and movie, hot dogs, drinks, and chips.

SPINema Penns Valley
2025-01-17 18:00 - 20:00
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW
He’s a stuntman, and like everyone in the stunt community, he gets blown up, shot, crashed, thrown through windows and dropped from the highest of heights, all for our entertainment. And now, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, this working-class hero must track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. What could possibly go right?
Runtime: 2h 6m
Rated: PG-13
Release Date: 5/3/2024
YMCA Members: $10
Non-Members: $25

Blood Drive - State College
2025-01-30 11:00 - 16:30
Donate blood and help save lives! Our State College branch will host a blood drive on Thursday, January 30 from 11 AM – 4:30 PM. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter SCYMCA to schedule an appointment.

You can streamline your donation experience by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete pre-donation screening questions the day of your appointment.

Strategies for Maintaining Your Independence - Bellefonte
2025-01-31 09:00 - 10:00
Join us at the Bellefonte YMCA community room to learn about strategies to maintain your independent living as well as have some fresh fruit and other snacks.

Baseball Clinic - Moshannon Valley
2025-02-02 14:30 - 17:00
Register now for these baseball clinics hosted by Penn State Athletes. Participants will receive instruction on hitting, infield, outfield, and pitching. They’ll also enjoy special games and prizes.
Advance registration is required and can be completed in-person at the front desk or online by clicking the link below.
Session 1
February 2 from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
For Kids Ages 9-11
Session 2
February 2 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
For Kids Ages 12-14
INSTRUCTORS:

Derek Chase, Senior Infielder
Chase Renner, Senior Pitcher

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

Souper Bowl - Bellefonte
2025-02-07 11:00 - 12:00
Come out and join us for our annual Souper Bowl Challenge! Make a crock pot full of your favorite soup and bring it to the YMCA on February 7 for entry into the challenge – be sure to sign up at the front desk ahead of time if you plan to enter a soup. Members and staff will taste soups on display and vote for their favorite. The winner will receive a prize and recognition on the wall in the lobby.

Daddy Daughter Dance - Moshannon Valley
2025-02-07 18:00 - 20:00
Members: $30
Non-Members: $40
Tickets include the cost for both father and daughter(s), a rose, and a 5 by 7 photo taken by Two Guys and a Camera.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

Daddy Daughter Dance - State College
2025-02-09 13:00 - 15:00
Wyndham – 310 Elks Club Road, Boalsburg
You are cordially invited to attend the State College YMCA Daddy/Daughter Dance
Come enjoy a special afternoon of dancing , crafts, and sweet treats with a professional DJ. You MUST register in advance by visiting the link below or at the front desk. Spaces are limited and registration must be completed by Tuesday, February 4. Prices below include cost for parent and daughter(s).

YMCA Members: $30 per family
Non-Members: $50 per family

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

Valentine's Day Box Competition - Moshannon Valley
2025-02-10 - 2025-02-14
$1 = 1 Vote
During the week of February 10, Moshannon Valley YMCA employees and members will take part in a Valentine’s Day Box Competition. Vote for your favorite box and whoever has the most votes by the end of the week will win a Valentine’s Day themed basket. All proceeds will benefit the Y’s 2024 Annual Giving Campaign.

Valentines Day Kids Night Out - Penns Valley
2025-02-14 17:30 - 21:00
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

Ages: 5 to 12yrs oldPrice: $20 for members and $30 for non-members

Advanced Registration is required by February 13th at 12:00PM.

This special Valentines Day Kids Night Out has extended hours, giving parents the opportunity to spend time celebrating together. Pizza, chips, and drinks will be provided as well as a Valentines Day Craft and a Movie.

Valentine's Day SPINema - Penns Valley
2025-02-14 18:00 - 20:00
Experience the friendships, romances and adventures of a group of high school kids in the 1950s. Welcome to the singing and dancing world of “Grease,” the most successful movie musical of all time. A wholesome exchange student (Olivia Newton-John) and a leather-clad Danny (John Travolta) have a summer romance, but will it cross clique lines?
Runtime: 1h 50m
Rated: PG
Release Date: 6/16/1978
YMCA Members: $10
Non-Members: $25
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

Chair Massage - State College
2025-02-25 09:00 - 12:15
Revive Modern Massage
Licensed Massage Therapist, Dawn Wright, CBCS MSG 002724
$20.00 for 15 minutes
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW
Sign up at the Member Services Desk or by clicking the link above. Please note that you must pay by cash or check the day of the massage! Contact Cindy Lupton at clupton@ymcaocc.org or (814) 237-7717 with any questions.

Coffee Talk - State College
2025-02-26 09:00 - 12:00
Join us for coffee and fellowship at the State College Y!

Penn State Athlete Meet and Greet - State College
2025-02-27 17:00 - 19:00
Stop by the State College YMCA on Thursday, February 27 for a fun meet and greet event with Penn State athletes. Enjoy games, crafts, snacks, music, a photo booth, and opportunities to meet your favorite players. This event is FREE and open to the community.

Bellefonte Annex CLOSED
2025-03-07 - 2025-03-14
The Bellefonte YMCA Annex will be temporarily closed for renovations from March 7-14 (subject to change). The Main Building will remain open as normal. Please contact Matthew Johns at mjohns@ymcaocc.org with any questions or concerns.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to make improvements to our facility.

Silent Auction-Penns Valley Y
2025-03-07 08:00 - 2025-03-15 11:00 | Penns Valley YMCA, 115 W. Streamside Place, Spring Mills, 16875
Stop in and place bids on packages donated by local businesses and individuals. Bidding ends at 11am on Saturday, March 15. Click the link below for a full list of items.
Auction listing 2025

State College Therapy Pool CLOSED
2025-03-10 - 2025-03-16
The Therapy Pool will be CLOSED for maintenance from March 10 – 16. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Pi Day - Moshannon Valley
2025-03-14
Join us in celebrating Pi Day with a slice of something sweet! On March 14, the YMCA lobby will be filled with a variety of delicious pies for our members to enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of fruity, creamy, or savory pies, there’s something for everyone to indulge in. So, come by, enjoy some tasty treats, and celebrate this mathematical day in the best way possible!
