Calendar of Events

August

Aug. 1-31

Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

September

Sept. 15-Oct. 15

Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Sept. 8-17 Welcoming Week

Welcoming Week is right around the corner. Check out our upcoming activities and stay tuned for more details. 

Auburn Valley Y

• World Relief Drive
  August 31 - September 17, 2023
  We are partnering with World Relief to gather and organize essential household supplies for Bed & Bath Welcome Kits. Learn More>
   
• Foster Care Information Session Display
  All-Week Long
   
• Local Y Social Impact Center Services Display
  All-Week Long

Bellevue Family Y

• International Rescue Committee - Ready to Work Drive
  August 31 - September 17, 2023
  We are partnering with the International Rescue Committee to gather and organize essential supplies for refugees entering the workforce.
  Learn more>
• Multilingual Story Time*
  September 12, 2023 at 9:00 am
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• Blanket-Making Workshop
  September 16, 2023, from 12:00-2:00 pm
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Coal Creek Family Y

• World Relief Drive
  August 31 - September 17, 2023
  We are partnering with World Relief to gather and organize essential supplies for youth in elementary school.
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• Mental Health Monday
  September 11, 2023
  Learn more about mental and behavioral health resources in our community.
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• Sustainable Renton
  September 14, 2023
  Find food security resources in our community.
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• Transportation Tuesday
  September 12, 2023, from 4:00-7:00 pm
  Our King County partners share community transportation resources.
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Dale Turner Family Y

• World Relief Drive
  August 31 - September 17, 2023
  We are partnering with World Relief to gather and organize essential supplies for youth in elementary school.
  Learn More>
   
• Open Mic Night
  September 15, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 pm
  A special night of poetry, song, music, and readings.
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• Potluck
  September 15, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 pm
  Bring a dish to share and enjoy delicious food from around the world!
  Learn More>

Downtown Seattle Y

• Elementary School Drive - Lowell Elementary
• Multilingual Story Time*

Kent Y

• International Rescue Committee Drive
  August 31 - September 17, 2023
  We are proud to partner with the International Rescue Committee to gather and organize essential school supplies for newcomer youth. 
  Learn More>
   
• Multilingual Classes or Workshops* - Dates TBA

Matt Griffin Y

• International Rescue Committee Drive
  August 31 - September 17, 2023
  We are proud to partner with the International Rescue Committee to gather and organize essential school supplies for newcomer youth. 
  Learn More> 
   
• Multilingual Story Time*
  Monday through Friday from 5:00 - 5:30 pm
   
• ¡Bailemos Juntos! - Hispanic & Latinx Dance Party
  September 15 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
  A Y dance party in honor of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month. Our dance party is open to all. Everyone is welcome.
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Meredith Mathews East Madison Y

• International Rescue Committee - Ready to Work Drive
  We are proud to partner with the International Rescue Committee to gather and organize essential supplies for refugees entering the workforce.
  Learn More>
   
• Community Art Display
   
• Multilingual Story Time* - Date TBA

Northshore Y

• World Relief Drive
  We are proud to partner with World Relief to gather and organize essential household supplies for Kitchen Welcome Kits.
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• Multilingual Walk
  Celebrate the many languages spoken among our members by taking a walk with the Northshore YMCA
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Sammamish Community Y

• Events showcasing local immigrant artists - Date TBA

Snoqualmie Valley Y

• World Relief - Kindergarten Ready School Supply Drive
  August 31 - September 17, 2023
  We are proud to partner with World Relief to gather and organize essential supplies for youth in kindergarten.
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• Job Opportunity Showcase
   
• *Passport to Fitness on September 9, from 10:30 am - 3:00 pm: in connection with the Snoqualmie International Block Party. Get ready for some fun. Fitness stations with various themes. All ages are welcome. Prizes, snacks, and water are provided. Please note: a United States passport is not required for this activity. 
   
• *Suncatchers Kids Create Program on September 13, 2023, from 6:00 - 7:00 pm: Inspire creativity and imagination in this art workshop for kids. Ages 6-9 welcome.

University Family Y

• Sandpoint Elementary School Supply Drive
• Local business features in our lobby.
• Multilingual Story Times*

West Seattle Y

• Food Drive for West Seattle Food Bank in the Highpoint Neighborhood, serving immigrants & refugees in West Seattle
   
• Multilingual Story Time
  Join us for global stories to celebrate Welcoming Week.
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*these activities require a Y membership.

October

Oct. 1-31

Disability Justice Month

November

Nov. 1-30

Indigenous & Native Peoples' Heritage Month

December

• Cinematique