Celebrate Valentine’s Day early at Chipper’s while helping the DEFY Fitness Department raise money for their next project. Join us for stationary and passed appetizers followed by amazing entrees. Choose from Filet Mignon, Grilled Salmon, or Chicken Marsala. Of course, 3 choices of delicious desserts: Cheesecake, Kahlua pie, and Apple pie. Limited to 56 spots.[…]
The 2019 Holiday Session of Aquatics kicks off October 28th. Registration is going on now. Holiday Aquatic Guide 2019
Are your kids ready for summer? Are they safe around the water? This Summer we will be offering an intensive session of swim lessons, June 17 – June 21, and seven-week session, June 24 – August 10. Adult Aquatics will be offered June 17 – August 10. Registration is going on now. Check out the[…]
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May
May
Every year we pass along some camp options for the summer in this area. Some are Y programs and some are not. Here is the list of what we have so far (we do not have Bootin’ Eagle or Seacoast Soccer Camp information) Eagles Hoop Camp June 24-28 Grade K-4 Cost: $50 1:00-3:00pm Grades 5-10[…]
Help us celebrate National Physical Fitness & Sports Month this May! NEW MEMBERS: 2 for 1. Two new members split the join fee AND the membership fee for the month of May! MEMBERS: When you score 50 points on our Physical Fitness Score Card, you earn a Y Travel mug! FRIENDLY FRIDAYS: Members, bring a[…]
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Apr
Apr
Our Spring Session of swim lessons run April 22 – June 8. We offer lessons for kids aged 6 months on up. The Spring Session of swim lessons includes a water safety component. Make sure your kids are ready for a fun, wet summer! Spring Aquatics Guide
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Aug
Aug
The sun was shining and the water was warm for the 23rd Annual Bill Reeve Echo Lake Swim. Kristy Barry finished first in the 500 yard swim, Sam Pelletier finished first in the 1.5 Mile Swim and the relay of Kristy Barry and Nick Partridge set a new course record for the fastest relay swim.[…]
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Jul
Jul
The 2018 Bill Reeve Echo Lake Swim will take place on Saturday, August 11th. The swim offers a 500-yard swim, 1.5-mile swim and a 1.5 mile 2 person relay. The swim course consists of 2 laps beginning and ending at a floating dock. Swimmers begin the race in the water at the dock. Prices listed are[…]
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Jan
Jan
Due to the pending storm, all YMCA locations (Wiggins Center, Moore Center, Beechland Road, Blue Hill and Bucksport) will be closing on Thursday, January 4th at 12 noon. We will have snow care available on Thursday, January 4th until noon for people enrolled in our afterschool program. The YMCA will re-open at 8:00 am on Friday, January 5th following the regular schedule.[…]
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Sep
Sep
The course proved to be fast last weekend as 75 runners took part in the annual Roger Willey 5K & 10K Road Race. David Roza crossed the finish line first, in the 5K, with a time of 16:45 and Tracy Guerrette finished first in the 10K with a time of 37.39. The race is sponsored[…]
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Sep
Sep
The 1st Annual Fall Family Music & Arts Festival will take place at Camp Discovery on Saturday, October 7th. This is a great opportunity to hear live music, shop from local artisans and eat good food, all in a beautiful setting on Webb Pond! So pack your lawn chairs, frisbees and hackey sacks, but please[…]
Fall Session: September 11 – October 28 Swim Lessons SHRIMP – 30 minute class – Ratio 1 instructor/10 children Monday 9:00am-9:30am Wednesday 9:00am-9:30am Saturday 10:30am-11:00am $40 Members, $70 non-member per session PRESCHOOL I – 30 minute class – Ratio 1 instructor/5 children Monday 9:00am-9:30am Monday 5:35pm-6:05pm Wednesday 9:00am-9:30am Wednesday 5:35pm-6:05pm Saturday 10:30am-11:00am Saturday 11:15am-11:45am $40[…]
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Aug
Aug
Sam Alvarado defended his 1.5 mile swim title and Kristy Barry was a double winner at this year’s Bill Reeve Echo Lake Swim. 56 Swimmers aged 9-69 braved the rain and fog to compete in the 22nd Annual event, sponsored by Berry Dunn, Finn’s Irish Pub and Clarke Construction. Sam Alvarado led from beginning to[…]
The Iron Dolphin Triathlon has been postponed until fall. Construction in front of the YMCA will not be complete by June 4th and presents road hazards that can not be avoided. We are looking for an alternate date in September. The 2nd Annual Iron Dolphin Triathlon will be held on Sunday, June 4th. This is[…]
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Apr
Apr
Our Spring Newsletter & Program Guide is now available. We have a ton of upcoming events, including our Annual meeting, the 10th Annual Kaufman 5K & Fun Run and the Iron Dolphin Triathlon. We also have a couple of membership promotions coming up in May & June. See page 2. Day Camp Registration is going on[…]
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Feb
Feb
Our Mud Season Newsletter has been published and covers programs and events that occur from late February through April. Upcoming events include: Day Camp Registration: Going on now February Vacation Camp: February 20-24 Recreational Indoor Soccer: beginning February 25 Swim Lessons: February 27 – April 15 Youth Strength & Conditioning: beginning March 6 Little League[…]
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Jan
Jan
For all you procrastinators out there, the Y is running a special promotion to get you moving this February. We will be offering Free Classes, prizes and special promotions all month long. Win a Membership for a Year! Fill out a Goal Sheet for February and post it on our Accountability Board. If you meet[…]
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Dec
Dec
Our 2017 Winter Newsletter has been published and we a ton of new programs to help you and your family start the year off right. The Winter Session for swim lessons and adult fitness classes runs from January 2 – February 18. New progtams in 2017 include: Recreational Indoor Soccer, Country Heat Instructor’s Workshop, Middle School[…]
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Aug
Aug
Just after the kids get back to school the YMCA will start their Fall program schedule. Swim lessons, fall soccer, aerobics, and much more, begin the week of September 12th. A few programs, including any Aqua Aerobic classes, begin September 6th. Our Fall newsletter includes a ton of new programs and upcoming events, like: Pickleball[…]
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Aug
Aug
From August 22 through August 28th the YMCA will be closed for renovations. We will be cleaning the pool, replacing lighting, painting, refinishing the gymnasium floor, replacing the men’s lockers and aggressively cleaning the entire facility. Our members may use the Blue Hill YMCA, Bangor YMCA, MDI YMCA or any other convenient YMCA location, free[…]
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Aug
Aug
Sam Alvarado completed the Bill Reeve Echo Lake Swim sweep on Saturday, finishing first in the 500 yard swim and the 1.5 mile swim. Alvarado completed the 500 yard swim in 5:31.57, just ahead of Talor Hamilton and Brim Peabody, who finished in 5:41.72 and 5:43.74 respectively. Kristy Barry was the first female to finish[…]
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Jun
Jun
The Annual Bo Lewis Golf Tournament for Camp Discovery will take place on Friday, July 8th at the Bar Harbor Golf Course in Trenton. The scramble format tournament raised over $15,000 last year to support sending kids to the Y’s summer camp on Webb Pond. The tournament offers cash prizes, a lobster dinner & a[…]
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May
May
225 participants ran, walked or strolled down Main Street for the Annual Main Street Memorial Mile. Sara Spenser kicked off the event with a beautiful rendition of the National Anthem. Many of the participants wore race bibs with the names of loved ones who they were racing or walking in memory of. Perry LeBreton, 41,[…]
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May
May
Registration is now open for the Semi-Annual DEFY Press Fest. The first DEFY Press Fest was held in January. More than 30 lifters competed in that event. This year the event is scheduled for Sunday, August 14th from 8:00am – 7:00pm. All competitors will participate in squat, deadlift, and bench press events. The competition will[…]
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May
May
The early morning showers tapered off just in time for the beginning of the 1st Annual Iron Dolphin Triathlon on Sunday. 73 participants participated in the inaugural race, competing as individuals or teams in one of the 3 race distances offered. The Triathlon is a fundraiser for the DEFY Swim Team. Max Triathlon: 525 yard[…]
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May
May
Join us on Monday, May 30th for one of the most exciting events in Ellsworth! Run, skip, walk or stroll your way down Main Street in memory of loved ones during the Annual Main Street Memorial Mile. This race is part of EDEN ATHLETICS and SUB 5 race series! The 1st 100 registered will receive[…]
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Apr
Apr
Over 130 runners & walkers participated in the 9th Annual Jerry Kaufman Memorial 5K on Saturday. Andrew Kephart, 31, of Ellsworth crossed the finish line first with a time of 17.37. Kephart was followed by 4 other runners who finished the 5K in under 20 minutes. Bob Ciano, 65, Victor Skorapa IV, 21, Andy Pereira,[…]
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Mar
Mar
Sunday, May 15th On Sunday, May 15th the DEFY Swim Team will be holding the 1st Annual Iron Dolphin Triathlon. Finisher Medal for each participant. Swag Bags & T-shirts for first 100 registered. Free Childcare provided onsite for children aged 2 1/2 and older. Registration ends May 14th, no-day of registration. Each race will be[…]
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Mar
Mar
HEROES AMONG US The Down East Family YMCA’s Annual Meeting and Awards Night will be held on Tuesday, March 29 at the Bryant E. Moore Community Center. The evening is principally a shareholder’s report for the community. The Y releases its financial statement from the previous year and recognizes the individuals who have supported the[…]
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Feb
Feb
The 9th Annual Jerry Kaufman Memorial 5K Run/Walk & Fun Run will be held on Saturday, April 23rd. Proceeds from the race benefit the ALS Maine Collaborative, Hancock County Home Care & Hospice and the YMCA. 7:30am Registration 8:30am 5K Walkers start 8:45am Kids Fun Run 9:00am 5K Runners start Registration Form
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