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SATURDAY, APRIL 11
Healthy Kids Day® is a national annual event celebrated at Ys across the country to help inspire healthy habits in kids and families.
For more than 30 years, Ys have celebrated Healthy Kids Day by hosting a free community event focused on active physical play, nutrition education, art and much more.
This year the CLC YMCA will be hosting Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00 AM–11:00 PM. It will be packed with fun, hands-on activities for kids of all ages, you won't wan't to miss it!
This special event will feature:
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Family activities and parent resources
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Fun games and a bounce house
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Healthy living tips for families
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Camp and sports program sign-ups
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Community partner booths
About Healthy Kids Day
What is Healthy Kids Day?
Healthy Kids Day is a national initiative focused on improving the health and well-being of kids and families. Celebrated each year, Ys across the country host community-facing events that teach healthy habits, encourage active play and inspire a lifetime love of physical activity.
The history of Healthy Kids Day:
The Y launched the first Healthy Kids Day in 1992 in response to the growing effect of sedentary lifestyles on children’s health. For 34 years, YMCAs and their communities have hosted these free community events aimed to inspire kids and families to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer months and beyond.
Why is Healthy Kids Day important?
Children who are happy, healthy and engaged are critical to successful and thriving communities. Healthy Kids Day helps to inspire kids and families to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer months and beyond.
Questions? Please contact Karen-Ann Hagar-Smith at khagar@clcymca.org.
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