Minerva Area YMCA

10/21/2026

10/20/2026

🎄🚢 What a merry voyage! Our 31st Annual Minerva Area YMCA Benefit Auction has sailed into the books!

Thank you to our staff, volunteers and everyone who came aboard for this year’s Christmas Cruise. Your generosity and the tireless work of so many helped make this event a success!

Congratulations to all our winning bidders, and thank you for helping us make waves of good in our community! ⚓

10/20/2026

🏀 LITTLE BALLERS, BIG MOMENTS! 🏀

Know a 1st or 2nd grader who’s ready to dribble their way into some basketball fun? We’ve got just the thing! 🙌

The Minerva Area YMCA is partnering with Minerva High School Basketball for Little Dribblers! Kids will hit the court, learn new skills, and get the exciting opportunity to perform at halftime of the Varsity Boys and Girls basketball games! 🏀

📅 Practice Dates: Nov. 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 & 23
⏰ Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
🏆 Performances: Dec. 5 & Dec. 7
👟 Grades: 1st & 2nd

🏀 Want in on the action?
💬 Comment DRIBBLERS and we'll send you the registration link!
👇 Tag a parent who has a future basketball star at home!

Let's get those little dribblers on the court! 🏀

10/14/2026

Wednesday, October 14

Due to an external power outage effecting the branch, the Minerva Y will be closing at 5:30 PM this evening. We anticipate opening at our normal time of 5:30 AM tomorrow, but please call ahead to be sure.

To view schedules at our other locations, visit www.ymcastark.org/schedules

10/14/2026

We are currently without power. The building building will remain open for now. Please check Facebook for more updates coming soon.

10/13/2026

WAIT… YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE THERE TO BID?! 🤯

That's right! You can support the Minerva YMCA Benefit Auction without ever leaving your couch!

BIDDING IS OPEN NOW!
Bidding closes THIS SATURDAY, October 17!

Don't miss your chance to score some awesome items while supporting a great cause!

Bid from anywhere. Win something great. Support your Y!

10/09/2026

🎙️ Y in the World is a Community Learning Center Needed?

In our latest podcast episode, Kayleigh and Charity sit down with Gibbs Community Learning Center Director Lindsay Socotch and Vice President of Childcare, Heidi Wilson, to talk about a new space for children and families in Canton.

Discover how the YMCA and Canton for All People are working together to bring quality early learning closer to home in the Gibbs neighborhood—and connect families with support beyond childcare.

🎧 Tune in on Apple Music, Spotify or Amazon Music

10/07/2026

🏆 Happy National Coaches Day! 🏆

Today we’re celebrating all the amazing volunteers who have coached with the Minerva Area YMCA! You’ve taught skills, built confidence, celebrated wins, survived practices, and probably heard “Coach!” about 847 times. 😂

Our programs are better because of you, and we’re incredibly grateful for the time, energy, and heart you give to our kids and families.

Help us celebrate our YMCA coaches! Tag a coach who has made a difference for your family or drop their name in the comments and give them a little love! 👇

Thank you, coaches! We couldn’t do it without you! 🏆

10/03/2026

🍂 Fall Family Fun Day is coming to the Minerva Area YMCA! 🍂

Bring the whole family for a themed day of fall fun for all ages on Saturday, October 24, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM!

🎟️ Members: $15
🎟️ Nonmembers: $30

Registration is open now https://ymcastarkcounty.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product/Details?ActivityID=149180&RegistrationID=0

10/03/2026

🚢🎄 DON'T MISS THE BOAT FOR THIS YEAR'S CHRISTMAS CRUISE YMCA AUCTION!

You now have until Sunday to grab your tickets for the 31st Annual Minerva Area YMCA Benefit Auction on October 17!

I know everyone is wondering what the decorations will be for this year and what items they can bid on. Here are pictures from last year's auction.

🎟️ Comment AUCTION, and we’ll send you the ticket link!

👯 Tag a friend who needs to come with you!

Don’t miss the boat! ⚓