Annual Calendar of Events

February

Black History Month

February 1-28, 2023

This Black History Month, we invite you to amplify Black voices, learn the history from Black advocates and scholars, and acknowledge that our collective liberation is inseparable from Black liberation. Join us in helping to change the course of history.Learn more »

 

Black Resistance Panel

February 8 from 7:00-8:00 pm

Meredith Mathews East Madison Y

In celebration of this year's national Black History Month theme: Black Resistance, please join us in a conversation on the oppression resistance exhibited in the black community. Light refreshments will be provided.

 

Poetry Night: Words of Resiliency

February 15 from 7:00-8:00 pm

Meredith Mathews East Madison Y

Join us for an open mic night of poetry! How do you fight with words? Prepare a poetry piece ahead of time, freestyle, or write on the spot! Snaps up, poets! Light refreshments will be provided.

 

Poetry Night: Words of Resiliency

February 15 from 7:00-8:00 pm

Meredith Mathews East Madison Y

Join us for an open mic night of poetry! How do you fight with words? Prepare a poetry piece ahead of time, freestyle, or write on the spot! Snaps up, poets! Light refreshments will be provided.

 

We Wear Black

February 24, 2023

We Wear Black to bring awareness to systemic racism and oppression of Black people in the United States and around the globe. Join us. Take a Stand. On February 24, wear black, post your photo, and share one way you are raising awareness through learning, community work, or educating! #WeWearBlack @globalymca @YMCASeattle 

 

March

Women's History Month

March 1-31, 2023

 

Y Community Conversations - Creating Sustainable Health Equity in Washington

March 24, 2023, from 12:00-1:00 pm

Virtual Panel on Zoom

"Health equity" is a term that gets thrown around a lot. Join us for a conversation about what exactly it means. We'll go over the importance of centering community when it comes to providing healthcare in BIPOC communities and how we can create and nourish beautiful, racially equitable spaces in which those with healthcare needs can thrive.

 

May

Asian American & Asian Heritage Month

May 1-31, 2023

 

June

Pride Month

June 1-June 30, 2023

 

September

Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

September 15-October 15, 2023

 

¡Bailemos Juntos! Y Community Dance Party

September 15, 2023

Matt Griffin Y

Take a dance break and learn some new moves, all while connecting with your local Hispanic and Latinx communities. 

 

October

Disability Justice Month

October 1-31, 2023

 

November

Indigenous Peoples' and Native Heritage Month

November 1-30, 2023

 

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