STARS, STRIPES, AND SERVICE

Wednesday, November 11 • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Celebrate Veterans Day at our Herbert E. Sargent Center for Community Connection! Join us for coffee, light refreshments, and a special visit from Bear, UMaine PD’s Comfort K-9! We hope you’ll join us for good company and some time with a furry friend who brings smiles wherever he goes.

Interested in joining us as a Sponsor, Community Partner, or Volunteer?

Reach out to our Sargent Center Director, Nicole McClendon-Walker, for more information: Nicole.McClendon@OTOYMCA.org

OTO CHEER PRESENTS: PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Friday, November 13 • 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Drop the kids off for a fun-filled night of games, activities, and a movie while you enjoy a night out! Kids can bring their favorite blanket, get comfy, and spend a few hours with our Cheer Coaches while you head to the Comedy Show at Kanù or enjoy some well-deserved time to yourself. Open to ages 3-14, multi-sibling discounts available.

QUESTIONS? Contact us at Cheer@OTOYMCA.org

BAKE IT FORWARD: PIE IN THE SKY VOLUNTEER DAY

Tuesday, November 24 • 8 AM – 4 PM

Help us bake, prepare, and package delicious apple, pumpkin, and chocolate cream pies for our neighbors while supporting the Herbert E. Sargent Center for Community Connection. No baking experience required!

Questions? Reach out to our Sargent Center Director, Nicole McClendon-Walker, for more information: Nicole.McClendon@OTOYMCA.org

WINTER CRAFT FAIR

Saturday, December 5 • 9 AM – 1 PM

Get a little holiday shopping done while supporting local crafters and makers! Join us at the Herbert E. Sargent Center for Community Connection, where you’ll find handmade gifts, seasonal creations, and plenty of holiday cheer! Interested in attending as a vendor? Tables are just $25!

Questions? Reach out to our Sargent Center Director, Nicole McClendon-Walker, for more information: Nicole.McClendon@OTOYMCA.org

FAMILY HOT COCOA PAINT & SIP

Friday, December 11 • 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Grab your family and get creative with us at the Herbert E. Sargent Center for Community Connection! Join us for a Hot Cocoa Paint & Sip, where kids, parents, grandparents, and friends can enjoy a cup of cocoa while painting their very own snowman on canvas. No painting experience needed! We’ll guide you step by step and families can work together on one canvas or each create their own.

$20 per canvas • Ages 5+ (all children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult)

Questions? Reach out to our Sargent Center Director, Nicole McClendon-Walker, for more information: Nicole.McClendon@OTOYMCA.org

HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA

Saturday, December 19 • 5 PM – 8 PM

Join us for a YMCA Winter Wonderland and a trip down Hamel Lane on the Polar Express! Bring the whole family for an evening of holiday fun, including a bus ride to see the holiday lights, letters and photos with Santa, making reindeer food for Rudolph, cookie decorating, ornament making, reindeer games, and bounce house fun! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE. ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Interested in joining us as a volunteer or sponsor? Reach out to our Directors Team for more information: info@OTOYMCA.org

VIP SENIOR LIGHTS TOUR

Saturday, December 19 • 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM

All aboard for a little holiday magic! Join us for a special bus tour just for our older adult community and enjoy the Christmas lights and festive decorations along Hamel Lane. We’ll bring the hot cocoa, cookies, and plenty of holiday cheer so all you need to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE. ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Questions? Reach out to our Sargent Center Director, Nicole McClendon-Walker, for more information: Nicole.McClendon@OTOYMCA.org

137th Birthday Party

Saturday, March 6 • EXACT TIMES TBD IN EARLY 2027

On March 6, 1890, interested citizens gathered to adopt and sign the constitution of our YMCA and elected Willis Richardson as our first Board President. From our move to the “Old Y” in the Godfrey homestead on Main Street in 1924 to our relocation to our current home on Stillwater Avenue in 1979, our Y has seen a lot of growth and change but one thing has remained the same: our commitment to strengthening the communities we serve and creating opportunities for everyone to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us as we kick off our 137th year!

Interested in joining us as a Sponsor, Community Partner, or Volunteer?

Reach out to our Leadership Team for more information: info@OTOYMCA.org

MURDER MYSTERY: A NIGHT TO DIE FOR

Saturday, March 13 • 5 PM – 9 PM

Big hair, bigger secrets, and one last dance! We’re taking you back to the ’80s for a prom night you won’t forget. Join us for A Night To Die For, our annual Murder Mystery Dinner, where everyone has a part to play and no one knows who to trust! With dinner, drinks, and lots of unexpected twists along the way, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to get in on the fun as you work together to uncover whodunit.

Beyond the mystery, this evening supports something much bigger. Our Murder Mystery Dinner is our biggest Annual Campaign event, helping provide Financial Assistance so we can ensure our neighbors have opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive regardless of their financial circumstances.

Interested in joining us as a Sponsor, Community Partner, or Volunteer?

Reach out to our Leadership Team for more information: info@OTOYMCA.org

MEMORIAL DAY 5K

Monday, May 31 • CHECK-IN AND START TIMES TO BE ANNOUNCED EARLY 2027

Honor the sacrifice of those who served and join the Old Town – Orono YMCA for a run to remember. Each year, we are proud to provide families with an opportunity to be active together while remembering those who have died in service to our country.

All proceeds support our Y’s scholarship funds for Active Duty Military & Veterans.

Interested in joining us as a Sponsor, Community Partner, or Volunteer?

Reach out to our Sports & Fitness Director, Chris Wesley, for more information: Chris.Wesley@OTOYMCA.org