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the Foxboro Y

All that’s happening at the Foxboro Y.

Posted on: Thursday, August 8th, 2024

Active & Healthy. Join Fall Sports Leagues Today

SPORTS LEAGUES (& LEAGUES PREP) START SEPT 13. REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Our sports and recreation programs develop more than skills – they develop character. At the Y, we cheer for more than points. We believe positive competition and a sport’s skill go hand-in-hand. Learn a sport, improve your skills, make new friends, and be active. League Dates: September 13-November 3, 2024

FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUES

DOWN SET HIKE! Our flag football league provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork and sportsmanship. All players will receive an official NFL jersey; belts and flags will be provided at the field. Games will be held on Fridays at the North Attleboro and at the Foxboro Ys.

This coed league allows youth in grades K-5 to play flag football. All players participate in every game. We emphasize fun, fitness, skill development, fair play, and family involvement. The goal is to provide participants with a great place to learn football while having fun!

REGISTER TODAY

SOCCER LEAGUES

Youth Soccer is an exciting sport that combines individual skill with team effort. The program develops and enhances soccer skills while building on lifelong fundamentals, such as teamwork, fair play, and sportsmanship. Games will be held on Saturdays in Franklin and on Sundays at the North Attleboro and at the Foxboro Ys.

No benchwarmers here! Y Youth Soccer promises that every child will get to play. This coed league gives youth in grades Pre-K-3 the opportunity to play soccer.

REGISTER TODAY

LEAGUES PREP

A great way to get kids playing team sports, YMCA Leagues Prep puts kids on the field and gives them a chance to run, kick, score, hit, catch, throw, and learn all about how sportsmanship can be fun.

  • Flag Football Skills (Pre-K & Grade K; North Attleboro) Parent involvement is encouraged, as together we turn a child’s excitement and passion for sports into a healthy, positive outlet for them to gain new skills, develop a sense of team and connect with positive role models.
  • Tball Skills (age 3; North Attleboro) For our youngest players, the tee provides them with a stable ball while learning the basic motions of hitting.
  • Softball Skills (age 3-Grade K); North Attleboro) Learn softball while building character, developing self-confidence, and creating healthy relationships!
  • Soccer Skills (age 3; all locations) Our youth soccer skills classes help kids develop a love for sports by focusing on skill development and teaching the fundamentals of the game.

REGISTER TODAY

Football and Soccer Leagues are FREE with a Hockomock Area YMCA Family Membership*! Please register online to save your roster spot or give us a call if you have any questions.

* Leagues Prep are not included in this promotion. Uniform fees are not included in the promotion; if you are a family-type member, please check your email inbox (including your spam) for an email from Hockomock Area YMCA sent on 8/9/24. Questions? Don’t hesitate to contact our Membership Services at the phone numbers at the bottom of this website.

Posted on: Wednesday, August 7th, 2024

Legends Online Auction

LEGENDS ONLINE AUCTION

A Benefit for the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Integration Initiative

Amazing Items. Great Gifts.

** Bidding is now open! **

Here’s an excellent opportunity to contribute to a great cause and score unique gifts this holiday season! Our online auction is held to complement our October 15th Legends Ball at Lake Pearl. All funds benefit the Integration Inititative, which provides opportunities for children and adults with special needs in our communities. Since 2004, more than 1,600 children and families have participated in our initiative.

ONLINE AUCTION

Remember to bid high and bid often!

AMAZING ITEMS INCLUDE:

  • Birthday Party Packages
  • Signed Sports Memorabilia including Gronk, Jaylen Brown, Brenden Schooler & more
  • Private Chef Experience
  • Taste of Italy Basket
  • Makeup and Mimosa’s Party for 6
  • TPC Boston Foursome
  • At Sea with the Spiers Boating Experience
  • 2 Night Florida Stay in a Treehouse
  • Tree Work for a Day
  • Camping Package
  • Boston Celtics Tickets
  • 7 Night Italy Stay for 2
  • Yeti 65 Cooler
  • Smart House Package
  • Tree House Brewery Items
  • and much more!

Be sure to check back often, as new items will be added to the auction daily.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact Nicole at nicoleb@hockymca.org or 508-643-5235.

Posted on: Monday, August 5th, 2024

Spier Family 5K & Family Day

Join us for a great race and family day!

Sponsored by the Spier Family and in support of our Hockomock Area YMCA Food Access Initiative, the annual 5K that hundreds have come to love is taking place at our Invensys Foxboro Branch. Join us!

This course and the entire morning of activities will make memories for years to come for all ages and abilities. All proceeds will go to feeding our community and our Food Access Program.

Saturday, September 14, 2024
at our Invensys Foxboro Branch

RACE RESULTS

EVENT PHOTO ALBUM

»» Cost: $25 for the 5K
»» Cost: Free for the Kids Fun Run (but must be registered)
»» The first 200 5K registrants receive a commemorative Kindness for Kids 5K shirt
»» Strollers are also welcome as part of the race.
»» Don’t miss the YMCA’s free activities! Family Day will be happening 8:00am-11:00am
»» Bib pick-up available on race day starting at 7:00am and on Friday, September 13th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the lobby of our Foxboro Y.

ABOUT THE DAY

Our excellent 5K race will kick off the Hockomock Y’s Spier Family Kindness for Kids Family Day. What a better way to encourage healthy patterns for the young ones in your life than this: a) arrive early and run or walk the Kindness for Kids 5K, b) check out fun, interactive and educational vendor booths, and then c) cheer on kids in the Kids Fun Run!

For information about becoming a vendor for the family fun day, please email patrickm@hockymca.org.

Questions about the 5K or the overall event, please email nicoleb@hockymca.org.


Posted on: Sunday, August 4th, 2024

Foxboro Pool Maintenance

In order to improve the member experience, we have made the necessary maintenance and repairs to our indoor pool and hot tub at the Foxboro Y, which began on August 19th. We’re excited to share that our Spier Family Indoor Aquatics Center is re-opening on Saturday, September 7th!

View our Indoor Pool Schedule and see you at the Y!

Indoor Pool Schedule

Maintenance & Repairs included:

  • A full drain, deep clean and refill of the indoor pool.
  • A full drain, resurfacing and retiling of the hot tub.
  • New art mural added in the Aquatics Center.
  • A thorough cleaning of the pool area including the sauna and steam room.
  • Replacement of drain covers and damaged tiles.
  • Structure column work completed.

Watch our video

Thank you for your understanding and patience as we make improvements and enhancements to our Spier Family Indoor Aquatics Center and our overall facilities. Please contact our Foxboro Y Member Service Desk at 508-543-2523 with any questions.

Posted on: Thursday, June 20th, 2024

Operation Backpack

For the last 8 years, our YMCA Backpack Drive has provided school supplies and backpacks for children in communities across the Hockomock area, filling them with hope for a brighter future as they start the school year. The children in our community need us now more than ever.

Having access to proper supplies is an integral part of a student’s success. Together we work to make sure that kids have the tools they need to start the upcoming school year off right. If you are in a position to help, we will be so grateful. Please donate to the 9th annual Hockomock Area YMCA Backpack Drive.

New supplies and backpacks are requested now through August 9th.

Supplies that are needed include:

  • backpacks for elementary, middle school and high school age students
  • lunch boxes for all age students
  • pencil boxes for all age students
  • binders
  • notebooks
  • folders

WAYS TO HELP:

Order items from our Amazon wish list

Your items will be sent directly to our YMCA.

AMAZON WISH LIST

Donation bin locations

Items not shipped to us directly from the above Amazon link may be dropped off at collection sites at our Hockomock Area YMCA lobbies during normal business hours. If donating at our Mansfield Arts & Education Center, please do so when dropping off or picking up your camper.

Host a Neighborhood Drive

If you have a high traffic business location and would like to host a bin or are willing to collect supplies from your neighborhood, please contact backpacks@hockymca.org.

Make an online donation

A donation of $50 will cover the cost of one fully stocked backpack. Please visit hockymca.org/give to complete a secure monetary donation of any size. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization and all donations are tax deductible.

Volunteer to Assemble Backpacks

We are eagerly recruiting volunteers to help sort and stuff backpacks. Click on the link below to reserve your volunteer spot! Many hands make light work and we are grateful for your interest in helping. Adults are welcome to bring their supervised children. Students, you may also plan to bring community service forms for signing.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER

Sponsor our Backpack Drive

Our goal is to provide 3,000 fully stocked backpacks to students residing in each of the 15 towns served by the Hockomock Y. Community members who would like to sponsor the Backpack Drive are asked to contact Patrick Murphy at 508-643-5262 or patrickm@hockymca.org. Sponsorship levels are varied: click here.

SPONSOR THE DRIVE

The Backpack Drive is a collaborative effort made possible by the YMCA staff, program participants, partners and neighbors to provide kids the confidence that comes when boys and girls are able to go to school prepared. Thank you in advance for your participation!

Posted on: Saturday, June 15th, 2024

Milford Summer Lunch Program

Our YMCA and the Milford Area Humanitarian Coalition, in collaboration with Milford Public Schools Food Services, will once again operate a summer meal program in the community of Milford known as our Milford Summer Lunch Program.

Free Summer Lunches

  • Free lunches Monday through Friday
  • 11:00am to 12:30pm
  • Memorial Elementary School: 12 Walnut Street in Milford, MA
  • The program will run Monday, June 24th through Friday, August 16th.
  • No registration required.
  • Every Friday, we will have interactive activities and games for all to enjoy during the mealtime including special Friday events.

Volunteer Opportunities

Join our YMCA and the community of Milford as we provide lunches for youth and families who rely on school food through our 8 week summer lunch program. Volunteers are needed for two hour shifts that start at 10:45 a.m. in Milford, week days during the summer. All ages of volunteers welcome. It’s a great way to supervise fun activities, interact with families and make a difference.

Sign up to volunteer today! To sign up as a volunteer, please email Stephanie.

Posted on: Monday, June 10th, 2024

YMCA Golf Classic

Each year our YMCA is proud to host this golf classic to recognize the achievement of young people in our Leadership Development programs and raise funds for outreach programs that support teens in the 15 communities we serve.

We are pleased to invite you to join us for a great day of golf, for a great cause. This fun event is set for Monday, September 23, 2024 at Maplegate Country Club in Bellingham, Massachusetts.

What a value! In addition to an outstanding round of golf, the event will include continental breakfast, scrumptious food throughout the day, and will conclude with a buffet lunch — all while enjoying the complimentary beverage carts throughout the day and plenty of surprises along the way.

EVENT DETAILS

7:30-8:15am – Check-In & Registration / Continental Breakfast
8:30am – Shotgun start
2:30pm – Lunch / program
 Maplegate Country Club, 160 Maple St, Bellingham, MA

REGISTER NOW

How does the Hockomock Y helps kids to get on track and stay on track?

  • Teen Centers
  • Ropes Challenge Courses
  • Leaders Clubs
  • Youth and Government Programs
  • Teen Transitions and part-time staff development programs designed to teach skills and values needed to make safe decisions

Thank you to those who make this event possible. Your support of Hockomock Area YMCA Teen Programming and Outreach is sincerely appreciated.

Presenting Sponsor: Unic Pro

Sponsorships are welcome. For more information, contact Patrick Murphy at 508-643-5262 or patrickm@hockymca.org.

Posted on: Monday, June 10th, 2024

Rediscover Summer

OUR OUTDOOR POOLS & SPLASH PARKS ARE OPEN

Splash into Summer with your Hockomock Area YMCA!

You and your loved ones can enjoy the perks of a Y membership. Take advantage of indoor and outdoor pools, state of the art wellness facilities, summer camp & summer session classes, friendly and helpful staff, and much more!

View each branch’s outdoor pool & splash park* schedule:

FOXBORO

FRANKLIN

NORTH ATTLEBORO

*Splash Parks at our Foxboro and Franklin locations

Hockomock Area YMCA active members can visit any branch facility including our indoor and outdoor pools and our splash parks in Foxboro and Franklin.

Members are welcome to bring guests with guest passes.

Please note: photo ID is required at every visit for non-members ages 18+. Day passes and reciprocal member usage permitted for use of our outdoor pool at our North Attleboro Y.

Day passes and reciprocal member usage are not permitted for use of outdoor pool and splash park at our Foxboro and Franklin Ys.

Not a Y member? You can join today and rediscover summer with us Click Here.

Invite your friends to free community days at the Spier Family Splash Park (in Foxboro) on July 13th & August 10th from 9:30 – 11:30am.

Posted on: Thursday, June 6th, 2024

Early Learning Center Off the Foxboro Common

Our newest YMCA Early Learning Center, Off the Foxboro Common

Our Hockomock Area YMCA is thrilled to have a new child care program at the location of the Bethany Congregational Church, off the Foxboro Common, located at 3 Rockhill Street in Foxboro! The Center opened in September 2023.

The Hockomock Area YMCA brings together more than 1,200 families in our three Early Learning Centers at our branch facilities, enabling parents and family members to go to work knowing their children are in safe, stimulating environments. Our centers are fully licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and are NAEYC accredited. Our commitment to strengthening the foundations of community means being there for children and families.

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Highlights of our new Early Learning Center Off the Foxboro Common include:

  • Five bright and inviting classrooms for Toddlers (ages 18 months+) and Preschool and Pre-K Children (ages 3-5 years) to grow and thrive.
  • Flexible scheduling options including 2, 3, 4 and 5 days a week care for working parents. We are open weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Intensive screening & training of caring, licensed staff.
  • A curriculum combining learning through play in an engaging, fun environment.
  • Outdoor playground for each child’s physical and social development with peers.
  • With a commitment to healthy living, all of our child care programs teach children the importance of healthy minds and bodies. We provide a healthy morning and afternoon snack, including a fruit or vegetable as well as milk. A snack calendar is sent home monthly with the newsletter.
  • For more information or to schedule a tour, email our Director Kaitlin at kaitlinr@hockymca.org.

TAKE A TOUR

Meet our Director Kaitlin and join her on a tour of our amazing Early Learning Center Off the Foxboro Common.

For More Information and Registration:

Please email Kaitlin at kaitlinr@hockymca.org.

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of our members and the community, offering programs and services to all regardless of ability to pay. Part of that mission is a financial assistance program to those who need support and for those who qualify. Learn more

Posted on: Saturday, June 1st, 2024

Summer Camp Fun Now in Full Swing

Our summer Camps are now in full swing and we could not be more excited! Our summer camps provide a safe place for kids to get away from technology and all the stresses of the outside world, and lets them enjoy just being a kid. We are proud and respectful of the trust parents place in our YMCA, a safe environment for children combined with quality programming.

All of our camp counselors are trained in first aid, CPR, and child abuse prevention. All staff must sign and comply with our Y’s Code of Conduct and Abuse Prevention Policies. Our Y’s founding core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility are part of everything we do. Our camps give parents peace of mind knowing that their children are participating in safe, technology-free, fun and interactive activities with their peers, face to face, and having the time of their life.

At our camps, kids have the chance to try new things, to develop confidence, learn new skills, and have fun with old and new friends. Our campers will spend time in the beautiful outdoors while trying archery, rope climbing, planting in the garden, and so much more. They’ll play game favorites like Gaga, Capture the Flag, and Sticks & Arrows and swim daily in our pools. Our campers receive a daily swim lesson and get free swim time in the pool. Campers in Grades 2-6 will go on local field trips and special guests will visit our younger campers to round out their summer experience. And throughout all of these activities, our campers are creating amazing friendships and memories of the #BestSummerEver.

Our camp offerings range from traditional camps to sports camps, to enrichment camps, teen travel camps and more, for ages 3 through the teen years. To see more details on our camps and what camp would best fit your child, click on the orange “camp offerings” button.

To see what field trips and special guests are planned for our campers, please see below!

We look forward to meeting you and providing your kids with an amazing summer.

CAMP OFFERINGS

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HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760
 508.695.7001

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BERNON FAMILY BRANCH

45 Forge Hill Road
Franklin, MA 02038

 508.528.8708

INVENSYS FOXBORO BRANCH

67 Mechanic Street
Foxboro, MA 02035

 508.543.2523

HURLEY FAMILY BRANCH

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760

 508.695.7001

MANSFIELD ARTS & EDUCATION CENTER

40 Balcom Street
Mansfield, MA 02048

 508.339.3066