Illinois
Valley YMCA
News
May 15, 2006
Link Aquatic Center & Miller Building Construction Progress
The new 3 pool Link Aquatic Center and Miller Building for physical therapy and rehabilitation is 80% completed. The 62,000 sq. foot addition includes an 8 lane multi-purpose pool, a zero depth family fun pool and a large therapy pool. The Grand Opening is slated for September 2006.
 Family Fun Pool as of 5-12-06 |
 Family Fun Pool as of 5-12-06 |
 Front courtesy counter area looking out to deck; rest of glass enclosure is installed. |
 Offices with doors |
 Fireproof door leading to pools and locker rooms |
 Example of coded entry door on family locker room. Same is on men's and women's locker rooms |
 New tile in hallway |
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Different color tile in front of preschool rooms,
babysitting and offices. |
 Ceiling tile waiting to go in for Teen/Senior center |
 Part of Teen/Senior Center |
The annual YMCA Y-Care appeal has gone out to membership and community members. Y-Care provide funds that allow everyone to utilize YMCA services, keep membership rates low and support many youth programs. The YMCA appreciates the following YCare donors.
Toni Albert
Mary Jo Andrews
Missy & Gary Bertolino
Betty Bland
Sherri & Tom Boehm
Tom Burkhart
Beverly DeAngelo
Fran Di Carlo
Dan & Rose Mary Carrico
Barb Chambers
Nina & Chuck Carretto
Gary & Deb Dahl
Karen & John Dergance
Karen Duncan
Vicky Ebener
J.L. Eden
Jeff & Kathleen Ellis
Richard & Lena Ernat
Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Finley
Ryan & DeAnna Giacometti
Mary Gramsas
Monica Gustafson
Ed & Jane Harmon
Heidi & Robert Huber
Gordan Inman
Don & Ruth Janka
Steve & Terry Kamnikar
Wendy Kenny
Paul & Renee Kim
Michele & Tim King
Dan Kleckner
Alan Kobold
Mike & Kay Kozel
Ken Kwit
Ryan Luecke
Steven & Patricia Lukancic
Julie Manahan
Sue & Mike Manning
George & Pat Marple
Monica Nedza
Dean Perino
Jeff Poremba
Mary Beth & Dave Potthoff
Gerald Peterson
John Rancingay
James Brian Rice
John & Joanne Sabotta
Don & Bev Scharlau
Alice Schmidt
Mike & Colleen Schmidt
Robert & Mary Sczepaniak
Diane Segher
Angie Senica
Audrey Smudzinski
Vince & Joan Suarez
Roger Tidaback
Deb & Mark Wackerline
Lori & Mike Wallaert
Robert & Dolores Waszkowiak
Bill & Kathy Weger
Marianne Weide
Jeff Willard
Chris Williamson
Loretta Wisniewski
Wayne & Carol Zebron
Elizabeth Zelenski
Joe & Mary Beth Zelenski
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Zeman
Business Donations
Amcore Bank
Apple Press
Biederstedt Appraisal
Chamlin & Associates
Chapman's Mechanical Systems
Days Inn of Oglesby
Debo Ace Hardware
Double D Express
Eureka Savings Bank
Eyesite of Illinois Valley
Fourth St. Bakery
Fran Szott's Flooring
Hummer Insurance
Investment Planning, Inc.
John Derango DDS
John Pohar & Sons, Inc.
Koolmaster
Mario's Maples
MCS Advertising
O'Neal Steel
Raymond James Financial
Summit Heating & Air Conditioning
Union Bank Insurance
Western Sand & Gravel
Gold Club Donations
$500 and above
AmerenIP
C.A. Smith Builders, Inc.
1st State Bank
George & Nancy Maze
Mertel Gravel
Wozniak Concrete Finishing Company
New Preschool Center set to open this fall
Under construction is the new YMCA preschool learning center. The area includes 3 large classrooms and new babysitting area. New classrooms include: in-room sinks, arts n crafts areas, comfort space, restrooms, air conditioning, and colorful learning areas. The rooms will be attached to a secure playground and have 2-way mirrors that will allow parents to view classroom activity. Curriculum will also include physical education sessions in tumbling and swimming. The YMCA is accepting registration for fall of 2006 now!
See the schedule of classes below:
Kinder Prep 1: (4-5 year olds)
Mon.- Fri., 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Fee: $90 monthly, YMCA
Members only
Kinder Prep 2: (4-5 year olds) Mon.- Fri., 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., Fee:
$90 monthly, YMCA Members only
Kinder Prep 3: (4-5 year olds) Mon./Wed./Fri., 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Fee:
$68 monthly YMCA Members only
This class includes swimming and tumbling
SuperTykes I: (3 year olds)
(4 days M, T, W, TH), 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Fee: $75 monthly, YMCA
Members only
SuperTykes 2: (3 year olds) (4 days M, T, W, TH),
1:00 pm-3:00 pm..,
Fee: $75 monthly, YMCA Members only
SuperTykes 3: (3 year olds) (3 days M, W, F),10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.,
Fee: $68 monthly, YMCA Members only
This class includes swimming and tumbling
Just For Twos 1: (2 year olds) Mon./Wed., 11:15
a.m.-12:15 p.m., Fee: $35
monthly, YMCA
Members only
Just For Twos 2: (2 year olds) T/TH.., 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., Fee:
$35 monthly, YMCA Members only
Just for Twos 3: (2 year olds) T/TH., 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Fee:
$35 monthly, YMCA members only
Just for Twos 4: (2 year olds) T/TH., 10:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m., Fee:
$35 monthly, YMCA members only
Preschool rooms with tiling started.
Babysitting is next to get tile.
One of 2, 2-way mirror space featured
Please note that children under 13 years of age are not allowed in the Wellness Center. Kids from 13-17 can get a blue training card and be able to come into the Wellness Center to work out. This is for safety purposes.
Visit
the YMCA web site at:
http://www.ivymca.com
YMCA Staff Directory
To access YMCA staff, the following extensions are available via voice mail.
Voice Mail Extension Numbers
Administration
10 - Courtesy Counter
11 - Ruth Safranski, Membership Coordinator
12 - Angie Reed, Payroll and Accounts Receivable/payables
13 - Mike Wallaert, Chief Operating Officer
14 - Joanne Sabotta, Administrative Assistant
18 - Dave Potthoff, Chief Executive Officer
Programs and Staff
10 - Courtesy Counter
and Racket Ball Reservations
19 - Wendy Kenny, Group Fitness Coordinator
30 - Heather Torri - Personal Trainer
31 - Amber Padilla - New member orientation and Blue Card
32 - Al Kobold - Maintenance
33 - Rob McNally - Swim Team Coach
34 - George Young - Pool Operator Maintenance Director
41 - Chris Kleckner - Tae Kwon Do Coordinator
42 - Mary Jo Andrews - Preschool Coordinator
43 - Ryan Luecke - Youth Sports and Parent’s Night Out
45 - Brianne Yarger, Tumbling Coordinator
46 - Mike Visione, Personal trainer
47 - Deb Wackerline Before/After School Club, Babysitting, Kinder Prep III
and Super Tykes II
48 - Jennifer Conkey, Birthday Parties and Tumbling
49 - Renee Lapa,
Swimming Lessons
YMCA Hours to remain the same as the fall. spring, and winter hours due to popular demand
M-F 5:00 am - 10:00
pm
Saturday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
The YMCA will be closed on Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day
Taste of Illinois Valley
The Illinois Valley YMCA is looking for volunteers for the Taste of Illinois Valley. The dates are June 8-11. We need volunteers for the food booth, beverages. Sign up at the YMCA. All proceeds benefit YMCA scholarship programs. For a detailed list of booths and food served please go to
Register for Summer Day Camp and receive a YMCA tote bag at no charge. Available at the Courtesy Counter.
Congratulations to:
Bill Kuczek - Has completed 5 years of YMCA employment through Horizon House Industries. Bill can usually be seen cleaning the Wellness Center.
Fran Di Carlo - Has retired after 15 years as a YMCA babysitter
George Young - Has been named as YMCA Director of Maintenance/Janitorial. George has recently completed Aquatic Facility Operator Certification.
Angie Reed - has recently completed her course for Bookkeepers Certification.
Deb Steve - has been promoted in charge of morning janitorial.
Joanne Sabotta - has been promoted to Manager of Information Systems and will give leadership to the new software system.
Tina Musgrove - Is the new Mendota Area YMCA Program Director
YMCA employment opportunities
The Illinois Valley YMCA is hiring for part time janitorial positions. Hours are 12-5 pm Saturday and Sunday, 5-8 pm Monday - Friday, and 11am - 4 pm Monday -Friday. Also need Courtesy Counter help on Saturday from 6 am to 12 noon, Sundays from 6 am - 2 pm and weeknights. Apply in person, 300 Walnut Drive, Peru.
Exercise of the Day
Lower Back/Thigh Biceps (Hamstrings)
Barbell Good Mornings
Exercise of the Day Pecs/ Front-Delts/ Triceps
Write to Mike Visione at ivymca@ivnet.com with training or fitness questions.
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Special thanks to the many businesses who have contributed to the YMCA
Invest in Youth Advertisers Campaign. Thank you to the following:
2005-2006 Invest in Youth Supporters
Click on the business
name to take you to their web site or to the location of their business.
If the link does not work, please email
us and we will try to correct it. If you are a business that does not have
a link here and you have a web site, please
email us with the address.
Aplington,
Kaufman, McClintock, Steele & Barry, Ltd.
Amcore Bank
Apple Press
ARC
Financial
Buzzi Unicem,
U.S.A.
CA Smith Builders
CF Industries
Lee
Ceresa, D.D.S.
Chamlin & Associates
Chapman's Mechanical
Citizen's 1st National Bank
City of Peru
Connecting Point Computers
Cosgrove
Distributors
Debo Ace Hardware
Dresbach Distributors
Eureka Savings Bank
First State Bank
Hueneburg
Financial Group
IVCH
Illinois Valley Business Equipment
Illinois Valley Community College
Illinois Valley Food Center
John Pohar & Sons
LaSalle National Bank
Letterkraft
Printers
MCS Advertising
Machinery
Maintenance
Marty Chiropractic
McNabb Veterinary
Peru Insurance Center
Anthony Raccuglia &
Associates
Raymond James Financial
Services
Schweickert & Ganassin
Spring Valley
City Bank
State Bank of Cherry
Fran Szott's Carpet & Flooring
Tee Group Films
Terry Monroe Buick
TEST, Inc.
The Pro Body Shop
Union Bank Insurance Group
Wilcoxson & Associates, Ltd
Women's Health Care Center
Youth Sports and Enrichment
New All Day Camps!!
Do your kids like fun and adventure? The YMCA All Day
Camp is the place to be! Camp is for ages 5-14. Begins May 30th
and continues through August 11th.
*New Hours *Children separated by age groups *Before and after care
available 7:00 am - 8:00 am and 4:00-5:30 pm *Before care: $2 per day
*After care:$3 per day *Well trained and qualified, caring staff
Challenger Camp (Ages 5-8)
Children ages 5 to 8 years old will be enrolled in Challenger Camp. This group provides opportunities to learn new skills, explore nature and make new friends through age appropriate activities.
Adventure Camp (Ages 9-11)
Children 9-11 years old are adventurers. A highly active camp filled with experiences designed to develop self-esteem, perfecting skills and lasting friendships.
Explorers (Ages 12-14)
Children ages 12-14 years are explorers. Leadership skills, team work and self-confidence will be developed through a wide variety of activities.
General Information
*Hours 8 am - 4 pm *Arts n Crafts*Swimming most days *Sports *Field Trips *Lunch provided on Fridays *Before & after care *Special Events *Theme days *Outdoor activities
Sessions:
| 1. May 30-June 2 | 7. July 10-14 |
| 2. June 5-9 | 8. July 17-21 |
| 3. June 12-16 | 9. July 24-28 |
| 4. June 19-23 | 10. July 31-Aug. 4 |
| 5. June 26-30 | 11. Aug. 7-11 |
| 6. *July 3-7 | *No July 4 |
Fees for All Day Camps
| $85 per session | YMCA member |
| $100 per session | Non-YMCA member |
| *Second child: | $55/YMCA member |
| $65/Non-YMCA member | |
| *Third child: | $45/YMCA member |
| $55/Non-YMCA member | |
| *Fourth child: | $35/YMCA member |
| $35/YMCA member | |
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*Reduced rate term 1 & 6 |
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| * Daily rates: | $20/YMCA member |
| $25/Non-YMCA member | |
Snag Golf
This is a unique golf program. Special equipment makes this a fun time. Learn proper stroke and putting skills with oversized clubs and balls. Limit 13 per class.
Rain date - Fridays
| When: | Term I - June 5-8 |
| Term II June 12-15 | |
| Where: | TBA |
| Time: | 6-9 yrs - 10-11 AM |
| 11-12 yrs - 11-12 noon | |
| Fees: | $15/YMCA member |
| $25/Non-YMCA member |
Girls Basketball Camp
The Illinois Valley YMCA will be offering a Basketball Camp for girls in grades 1-8. Will teach girls basic skills in basketball.
| When: | June 19-23 |
| Who: | Girls in grades 1-8 |
| Time: | 10:30-12:00 Noon |
| Fees: | $15/YMCA member |
| $25/Non-YMCA member |
Boys Basketball Camp
The Illinois Valley YMCA will be offering a Boys Basketball Camp for boys in grades 1-6. Skills taught: dribbling, shooting, defense, offensive sets, and also game play.
| When: | June 19-23 |
| Who: | Boys in grades 1-8 |
| Time: | 10:30-12:00 Noon |
| Fees: | $15/YMCA member |
| $25/Non-YMCA member |
New Half Day Discovery
Camps (Ages 3 & 4)
An exciting “on the go camp.” Lots of action packed trips and activities keep your child busy, involved and having fun. Camp offers field trips, arts ‘n crafts, sports and games. Get ready to have a fun action packed summer at the Illinois Valley YMCA. Camp runs 8:30-11:30. A light snack is provided. Campers should wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes.
| Fees: | $35/YMCA member |
| $45/Non-YMCA member | |
| Discount for 2nd child $5.00 off | |
| *Reduced rate July 3-7 |
| Sessions: | |
| 1. May 30-June 2 | 7. July 10-14 |
| 2. June 12-16 | 8. July 17-21 |
| 3. June 12-16 | 9. July 24-28 |
| 4. June 19-23 | 10. July 31-Aug. 4 |
| 5. June 26-30 | 11. Aug. 7-11 |
| 6. July 3-7 | No July 4th |
Preschool Sports Camp
The Preschool Sports camp will teach youngsters various sports such as Rimball, soccer, volleyball, basketball, t-ball, kickball & golf. Most of the days the program will be held outdoors. For ages 4 & 5.
| When: | Term I June 5-8 |
| Term II June 12-15 | |
| Time: | 9:00-9:45 am |
| Fee: | $15/YMCA member |
| $25/Non-YMCA member |
For any questions for programs, camp or in general please call the YMCA at 223-7904. Ryan Luecke's voice mail box is #43.
YMCA Before and After School Program
The Before/After School Club is almost over; where did the time go! May 19 is the last day for LaSalle Northwest and May 25 is the last day for Peru Roosevelt, Spring Valley Lincoln and Dalzell Schools. The YMCA will have a full day summer camp that you can enroll your child in.
Watch for fall registration dates at your child's school. The YMCA will be there to register for After School on those dates. Oglesby will have an after school program starting this fall.
Walking Club
The Walking Club can not go to Baker's Lake to walk for the summer. Please put your miles on a slip and "Baker's Lake" and drop it in the box at the front desk. Have a fun, safe summer walking at the "Y" or Bakers Lake
Babysitting News
Fran Di Carlo will be retiring from the YMCA after 15 years of faithful service in our babysitting area. Good luck Fran. You will be missed! Stop by tomorrow April 14th and wish her good luck on her last day!
Parents, please remember that our staff can no longer take the children to the bathroom. If you have headphones, please make sure you can hear when the staff pages you.
Babysitting is open Monday - Friday from 9 am to 8 pm and Saturday from 9-11 am. There is a 2 hour limit per day. Guests may use babysitting for a fee of $1.50 per hour, per child.
Group Fitness
Why should you take a Group Fitness Class? I asked some members why they
do, and here are some of the answers:
Connie Wilcoxson said, "Whatever the latest fitness craze I hear about, I
know I can turn to the Y to offer a class on it, be it Kickboxing, Tai
Chi, or Pilates." Kathy Cassidy, who lost 40 lbs with the help of YMCA
classes said, "The classes at the YMCA motivate, inspire and encourage me
to maintain a healthy body, mind and soul." One of Natalie Smigel's
thoughts was, "Besides the obvious health and fitness advantages to group
fitness classes, I have also learned a lot from the instructors as to
proper techniques in exercising, general diet and exercise information,
even training on which machines in the wellness center to use and how to
use them. They also help individuals modify exercise for their particular
physical needs or limitations." Mary Shevlin said that our Gentle Yoga
class helped her get off of medication she was taking for spasms in her
legs.
So, why not give a class a try! The first class is free, so you can try before you buy. If you've heard of a class that you think you'd like that we don't offer, let an instructor know, email the Y at ivymca@ivnet.com or call the Y at 223-7904 and leave a voice mail for Wendy Kenny at extension 19.
YMCA Birthday Parties
The new party room attached to the pool and concession stand will offer complete services. Tumble, swim, gym games, set-up, clean-up and supervision of any party is included in the new YMCA Party Service. We will even have a mascot for your party. Registration for party dates begins in August!
Cabinets in party room
Other end of party room facing pool deck and concession stand window
Party room looking through concession stand window
Spring Tumbling
Term III Monday, April
17-June 3
Summer Session Term I - Monday June 5-Saturday July 22
Summer Session Term II - Monday July 24-Saturday, Sept. 9
Fall term I - Monday Sept. 11-Saturday October 28
Fall Term II - Monday October 30 - Saturday, December 16th
Brianne Yarger our Tumbling Coordinator and instructor, was a competitive tumbler in the Illinois Valley area. She competed at the National Tumbling for 4 1/2 years. She has been the YMCA Tumbling program coordinator for 3 years. She is USAG Safety Certified and also has a Level I coaching certificate through USAG.
Jennifer Conkey began tumbling at 7 years of age and continued to tumble until the age of 12. She coached the Pearl harbor Rams cheerleading squad for 2 years for children from ages 6-8. Jennifer has worked at the Illinois Valley YMCA for the past 3 years.
Jessica Pioli is 17 years old. She has been tumbling for 10 years and is in her fourth year of coaching tumbling.
Joy Plackett is the mother of 3. This is her first time coaching tumbling but enjoys working with the kids and seeing them improve from session to session.
Katie Atkinson has competed at the national level for 10 years. She was a cheerleader for St. Bede Academy for 4 years and has coached tumbling for 4 years.
Other staff: Amanda Davis, Cassandra Judy, Olivia Gapinski and Renee Lapa
For complete information
on our innovative tumbling program, please visit our web page at:
http://www.ivymca.com/tumble.htm
Severe Weather Emergency Procedure
If you are at the YMCA during a sever weather emergency, please move towards the new teen/senior lounge area near the YMCA gyms.
YMCA Needs
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Wheelchair to take people in and out of the YMCA
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Taste volunteers
Magazine racks sponsored by:
Citizens First national Bank
A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc.
Steven Ludford DDS
We hope you enjoy the new reading material while you work out. With the new renovation, the YMCA will have a reading rack in the lobby area, Wellness Center and lounge.
Illinois Valley YMCA partners with United Way of Illinois Valley
The Illinois Valley YMCA partners with the United Way of Illinois Valley to provide programs essential for our community. United Way provides funding for Before/After School care, Summer day camp, teen enrichment, preschool enrichment and Mendota outreach programs. Please support your United Way of Illinois Valley.
Girls Follow Mom's Lead
When Eating Fruits, Veggies
By Alison McCook
Friday, April 1, 2005
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - When mothers add more fruits and vegetables
to their plates, their daughters do as well, new research reports.
Furthermore, moms who ate diets heavy in fruits and veggies were
less likely to pressure their daughters to eat more, and their
daughters were less likely to become so-called "picky" eaters.
Many parents worry about picky eating in their children. In this study, girls who were picky eaters typically ate less fruits and vegetables than healthy eaters.
However, all girls -- whether they picked at their food or not -- lacked important nutrients such as calcium and magnesium, study author Dr. Amy T. Galloway told Reuters Health.
Furthermore, picky eaters also ate less fat and sugar, and were less likely to be overweight than girls who were not picky eaters.
"Picky eating has both costs and potential benefits," said Galloway, who is based at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. "Our findings show that all girls would benefit from consuming more fruits and vegetables, so it may not be worth it for parents to single out picky eaters."
During the study, Galloway and her colleagues interviewed 173 mothers and their 7-year-old white, non-Hispanic daughters about eating habits, and whether mothers pressured their girls to eat more. When girls turned 9, the researchers contacted them again and determined if they were picky eaters, meaning they only ate a few foods, often refused to eat family meals, and were picky or fussy about what they ate.
Overall, mothers who ate more fruits and vegetables had daughters who ate more fruits and vegetables, Galloway and her team report in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.
Girls whose mothers put pressure on them to eat at age 7 were more likely to be picky eaters at age 9. Picky eaters ate less fruits and vegetables, and were at greater risk of not getting enough vitamins E and C than were non-picky eaters. Picky eaters also ate less fiber.
However, picky eaters were less likely to be overweight and were not underweight. All girls in the study lacked vitamin E, calcium and magnesium, Galloway said.
"Most of the girls in our study, regardless of whether they were picky eaters, did not consume recommended quantities of fruits and vegetables," she said. "Our findings indicate that (picky eating) might not be as big of a problem as we have assumed."
Galloway added that the same trends may not be present in young boys, because parents often have different weight expectations for their sons, which may affect parental pressure to eat and boys' eating habits.
SOURCE: Journal of the American Dietetic Association, April 2005.
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