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Create with Us! Holiday Craft Event at Orangeburg Y!

November 3, 2026|Categories: Blog, Event, Orangeburg County YMCA:|

Create and Celebrate Together!

Slow down this holiday season and enjoy some creative quality time with the family! Join Mrs. C. Q. Shannon, MAAT, ATR-P for a festive, hands-on art experience de-signed for families to make memories together.

  • Make a snow globe and paint ceramic ornaments; perfect keepsakes!
  • Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies!
  • Take family photos at our festive photo backdrop!

Come create something special and enjoy what matters most this season – time together.

Click Here to Register Today!

THE DETAILS:

WHERE:
Orangeburg County YMCA
2550 St Matthews Rd NE
Orangeburg, SC 29118

2026 Prayer Breakfast

October 1, 2026|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Downtown YMCA, Event, Home Slide, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, News, NorthWest Family YMCA, Orangeburg County YMCA:, Press Release|

Join Us for a Breakfast of Faith and Community

Friday, November 20th | 7:30 AM

Join the YMCA of Columbia for our annual Prayer Breakfast, a heartwarming event that brings our community together to celebrate faith and support those in need. We are honored to feature this year’s keynote speaker, Dr. Bill Jones, President of Columbia International University (CIU).

For Dr. Bill Jones, putting faith into action has meant a lifetime of serving others, developing leaders, and sharing God’s love both locally and around the […]

Go the Distance with the 50 Mile Swim Club

October 1, 2026|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Downtown YMCA, Event, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, News, NorthWest Family YMCA, Orangeburg County YMCA:|

Make this season one to remember—join the YMCA of Columbia’s 50 Mile Swim Club and challenge yourself to swim 50 miles at your own pace.

How It Works

  • Swim a total of 50 miles between October 1st and December 31st!

  • Log your laps on using our online tracker.

  • All swim styles and techniques count—freestyle, butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, or even dog paddle!

Registration Details

Holly Jolly Kid’s Night Out: A Winter Wonderland Adventure!

September 28, 2026|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Camp, Event, Home Program, News, NorthWest Family YMCA|

Holly Jolly Kid’s Night Out: A Winter Wonderland Adventure!

Looking for a fun and festive night out for your little ones (ages 4-12)?

Join us for a magical Holly Jolly Kid’s Night Out on Friday, December 4th, 2026  from 5:00 to 7:30 PM.

Give your kids a well-deserved break while they embark on a dazzling bus ride through the illuminated wonderland of Saluda Shoals Park. They’ll also enjoy Christmas music and popcorn.

Our experienced staff will ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, creating lasting memories for your children.

Register Today!

Where:
Northwest Family YMCA
1501 Kennerly Rd
Irmo, SC 29063

When:
Date: […]

Halloween Pickleball Tournament

September 7, 2026|Categories: Blog, Event, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA|

Grab your paddle and get ready for a morning of spooky serves and haunted volleys at the Jeep Rogers Family YMCA Halloween Pickleball Tournament!

On Saturday, October 31, from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, our courts will transform into a Halloween playground where pickleball passion meets festive fun. Whether you’re a seasoned slayer of serves or new to the game, this event is designed for everyone to enjoy.

👻 What to Expect

  • Players will be paired with a different partner for each round
  • Perfect for meeting new players […]

The New Chapin YMCA Opening September 28th!

September 1, 2026|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Event, Featured Home Button, Home Slide, News, NorthWest Family YMCA|

The New Chapin YMCA Opens September 28!

The wait is almost over! The YMCA of Columbia is excited to officially open the doors to the new Chapin YMCA, our first 24/7 YMCA location, on Monday, September 28.

COMMUNITY SNEAK PEEK
Saturday, September 26 |
10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Stop by the new Chapin YMCA at 105 Ellett Road, Suite 101 & 102, Chapin, SC 29036 for a Community Sneak Peek and get an early look at everything the new location has to offer. Tour the facility, check out the new equipment and spaces, meet members of our YMCA […]

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