YMCA of San Diego County Celebrates ‘Welcoming Week’ — September 13-22, 2024
The YMCA of San Diego County invites you to join us in celebrating the power of inclusion and coming together for good! Welcoming Week promotes cross-cultural understanding and community cohesion by bringing together immigrants and U.S.-born residents in a spirit of unity.
During Welcoming Week, the YMCA will host the following activities throughout San Diego County. All events are free and open to the public (space may be limited in certain workshops).
SHARE YOUR STORY
We invite you to share your story with us! As part of Welcoming Week, we want to celebrate the diverse backgrounds of our Y community. Whether you’re new to the area or your family has been here for generations, tell us about your journey, your home country, and what the Y means to you. Your story will help us create a vibrant catalog of member experiences that highlights the unique and inspiring people who make up our community. Let’s celebrate together—your story matters!
Share your story here!
FALL FOR THE Y! $0 JOIN FEE
We’re focused on well-being for our communities and positive youth development. New members can skip the join fee and save $60, August 29 – September 23! Focus on achieving your goals in a friendly and welcoming environment, with caring staff who will guide you to the programming and services that are just right for you. Join your Y community today! View membership plans here.
Welcoming Week Events and Activities Across San Diego County
Welcoming Week celebrates the benefits of welcoming all. Communities are stronger when everyone feels welcome and valued. Join us in celebrating!
Border View Family YMCA
Photo Booth
Stop by our photo booth any time this week and capture memories with a backdrop that features "Welcome" in a variety of languages!
Jackie Robinson Family YMCA
Recipe Exchange Table
Visit our table throughout the week to share and exchange recipes to celebrate our diverse cultures!
Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA
Member Appreciation Event
Thursday, September 19 | 8:00-10:30am
Come chat with friends and enjoy some local and international snacks to welcome all of the cultures in our Ecke Y Community! No RSVP is needed, everyone is welcome! For questions or more information, please contact Brian Wagner at [email protected].
Mission Valley Family YMCA
Information coming soon!
Rancho Family YMCA
9410 Fairgrove Lane, San Diego
Welcoming Week Block Party
Saturday, September 21 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Location: Overflow Parking Lot
Join us for our Welcoming Week Block Party! Here we will have a variety of activities to help us celebrate such as:
- Cultural Arts & Crafts
- Recipe Cards from your hometown
- Bounce House
- Face Painting
- Bracelet Making
- Booths
And more!
For more information, contact Kensi Walters at [email protected].
South Bay Family YMCA
Photo Booth
Stop by our photo booth any time this week and capture memories with a backdrop that features "Welcome" in a variety of languages!
Toby Wells YMCA
5105 Overland Avenue, San Diego
Recipe Exchange Table
Visit our table throughout the week to share and exchange recipes to celebrate our diverse cultures!