Craving pasta but want a healthier twist? Try this easy Spaghetti Squash recipe! 🍝💛 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F 2️⃣ Slice squash, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, and season 3️⃣ Roast cut-side down for 35-40 mins 4️⃣ Scrape into spaghetti-like strands 5️⃣ Toss with marinara or pesto & top with fresh herbs or Parmesan Simple, nutritious, and delicious!

To give thanks to our veterans, we’re offering a FREE month of membership for November 2024 to people who served in the armed forces! Visit your nearest YMCA Charlotte center to redeem this offer 😀: https://www.ymcacharlotte.org/find-branch #veterans #unitedstatesveterans #supportveterans #veteranssupport #ymcacharlotte

🏀 Give your kid the chance to learn the game where it started! Sign-up for Youth Basketball at the Y: https://bit.ly/youthbasketballymca From learning the fundamentals to building teamwork, your child will have a blast on and off the court. Register today to start their basketball journey! ⛹️‍♂️⛹️‍♀️

🎄The 2024 Harris YMCA Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K is just a month away! Join the race and get into the holiday spirit while making a difference in children’s lives✨: https://bit.ly/2024YMCAReindeerRomp5K This isn’t just a fun race—it’s a chance to support programs like the Harris YMCA’s South Boulevard Initiative, which empowers families and builds the bridge between SouthPark and South Boulevard through Parents as Teachers and English as a Second Language classes. Plus! Register by Nov. 7 to guarantee your racer sweatshirt! See you on race day, December 7th!

Congratulations to Dean Jones on his well-deserved retirement! After 24 years of transformative work at the YMCA of Greater Charlotte, we celebrated Dean’s next chapter on Wednesday night, joined by friends and colleagues inspired by his dedication to our mission. Throughout his career, Dean led impactful projects, built strong community partnerships, and raised vital funds that have expanded the Y’s reach and impact. We are deeply grateful for Dean’s passion, vision, and unwavering leadership. Here’s to Dean and the incredible legacy he leaves behind—thank you, Dean! #thankyou #retirementparty #celebration #legacy #deanjones #thankyoudean #ymcacharlotte

From our camps to our centers, happy Halloween Charlotte! Checkout some of our staff and members' spooktacular costumes and decorated pumpkins as they enjoy the holiday. 🎃 #happyhalloween #halloween2024 #halloweencharlottenc #ymcacharlotte

Halloween Safety Tips: Keep your little ones safe while trick-or-treating! What’s your costume this year? Comment below!

📚✨ Have Fun While School's Out! At the YMCA, our Afterschool program lets kids enjoy time together in a safe and engaging environment. When school is out, children can play, get outside, and make new friends while also getting dedicated time for homework—making evenings a little easier for parents! It’s the perfect blend of relaxation and enrichment that keeps kids active. Register your child today and don’t forget: Y members receive discounts on all programs, including Afterschool! Click the link below to sign up!💪🌟 https://bit.ly/ymcaafterschoolregistration