Today, the Down East Family YMCA has announced that their long-time CEO, Peter Farragher has shared his plans to retire on January 31, 2023. Peter has served the YMCA, its members, and the communities it services for over 24 years. During his tenure, the YMCA has grown to host programs in five buildings and support[…]

What a night! For the first time in 3 years, we gathered on Wednesday, Aug. 3rd for our Annual Meeting and to celebrate our community and volunteers. The evening was capped off by honoring Dick & “Pete” Turnbull for their lifetime of service to the Down East Family YMCA. Our Wiggins Center gymnasium will now[…]

You can now become American Red Cross CPR certification through the  Down East Family YMCA! Upon successful class completion each participant will receive a CPR certification from the American Red Cross Valid for 2 years. You can register in person at the Down East Family YMCA front desk or call 207-667-3086 to register over the[…]

Saturday, July 30th was a tremendous day for our YMCA. Over 300 people participated in the Kinsley Ray 5k Run and Walk and it was a wonderful gathering of the community to raise some serious money for a great cause. I was very proud of Robin and her team for offering such a great event.[…]

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 3rd Annual Kinsley Ray 5k Run and Walk! It was a very special day for all. A big DEFY thank you to all our sponsors, volunteers, and participants for making this such a great race. See race results.

We will will honor the Turnbull family and other community supporters at the our annual meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 5 p.m. The annual meeting is returning after a two-year hiatus and is a chance to recognize community members who’ve affected our organization. In recognition and appreciation of the Turnbull family’s service over the[…]

Can you take the driver’s seat? We’re looking for bus drivers to transport our campers from the Moore Center in Ellsworth to Camp Discovery in Eastbrook, Monday through Friday. Morning shift Monday & Wednesday: 6:30 am – 9:30 am Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 6:30 am – 2:30 pm. Pay: $26.00 per hour Afternoon shift Monday –[…]

Registration for Bucksport youth tackle football will be open starting June 24th. The season will begin, August 22nd will run 9 to 10 week, ending on Oct 16th or 23rd depending on number of teams participating in the league. Practices will be held 4 days a week and the schedule will be provided before the[…]

To allow our employees to enjoy the 4th of July holiday, all of our locations will be closed on Sunday July 3rd and Monday July 4th.

In honor of Memorial Day and to allow all of our employees to enjoy time with their families, all locations will be closed Saturday, May 28th through Monday, May 30th. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 31st.

It’s a Saturday jam packed full of healthy fun!  

The Down East Family YMCA is thrilled to be offering free memberships for all eligible Hancock County 6th graders. Any eligible 6th grader can use their membership at our locations in Ellsworth, Bucksport or Blue Hill. This initiative was made possible because of the success of our Annual Campaign and our passionate donors. For more information or[…]

We will be offering flag football for grades 3 through 6 in both Ellsworth and Bucksport. Registration opens April 1st and our season will run from the week of May 2nd to the week of June 11th. Grades 3 through 6 Registration Opens April 1st Closes April 24th (To ensure we get shirts in on[…]

Dear Blue Hill Residents, On April 2 at the Blue Hill Annual Meeting, residents will be asked to vote on whether the town should raise their support from $5,000 to $20,000 for the Blue Hill YMCA. Blue Hill has historically supported the YMCA, with funds supporting scholarships and programming in Ellsworth and Blue Hill. This[…]

The Down East Family YMCA invites you and your team to participate in the first annual Down East Showdown Tournament. This tournament will provide your team an extra opportunity to face great competition and play competitive games. The 2022-23 season isn’t too far around the corner. What better way to put the work you and[…]

8th Annual Couch Potato .00080k Friday April 1st, 2022Start your training early, this race is nearly four feet long! Race Times: 8:30am, 10:00am, 12:00pm & 3:00pm Star 97.7 will be broadcasting LIVE! Download registration and t-shirt order form. Please bring your completed registration form to the Wiggins Center.

On February 21st, CEO Peter Farragher was joined by Geoffrey Johnson & Katie Seavey of Darlings Chevrolet as they cut the ribbon on our “New” Hydro Massage and Golf Simulator rooms! In addition, they announced the new “Darlings Chevrolet Strength Training Center” that will begin construction early this Spring at the Y! These new additions[…]