Posts by John Nardacci

The YMCA of Greater Springfield Learning Center in Wilbraham got a magical surprise—a visit from a mischievous leprechaun! He left behind a special note, some magical rocks, and a bit of wonder. Watch their priceless reactions and share the joy!

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April 11 is world Parkinson’s Day. To help raise awareness, please join the YMCA in wearing red that day. According to Parkinson.org: “Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects predominately the dopamine-producing (“dopaminergic”) neurons in a specific area of the brain called substantia nigra. Symptoms Symptoms generally develop slowly over years. The progression…

“WASHINGTON, November 25, 2024 – Mail is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of war, but ask any service member, and they’ll tell you how important mail call is to keeping troop morale high. During the darkest days of World War II in Great Britain and France, the women…

TODAY is the YMCA’s Day of Giving! Your support can make a huge impact—help send a kid to camp, empower a senior’s strength journey, support family wellness, and more. Give today and change lives! Learn more and donate: springfieldy.org/get-involved

We wrapped up Black History Month at our Downtown Learning Center in the best way—with amazing food, art, and fantastic books!