ROCKWALL, TX (June 19, 2021) Each June we celebrate Father’s Day, BUT did you know Father’s Day started at the YMCA? Father’s Day was founded by Sonora Louis Smart Dodd, the daughter of a single father who served in the Civil War. Her father was widowed when his wife (Mrs. Dodd’s mother) died in childbirth […]
YMCA Dallas to hold free swim assessments at area branches Saturday, May 29 from 11am-1pm; provide tips to keep children safe in backyard pools DALLAS (May 27, 2021) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas has announced it has set a goal of eliminating childhood drowning in kids 4 and under. Drowning is the second leading […]
Donate blood for health and safety of mothers and newborn babies ROCKWALL, Texas (May 24, 2021) – A little-known reason why blood is required for hospital blood banks is complications during pregnancy, at childbirth, or post-delivery, leading to significant blood loss. Severe bleeding is one of the top five causes of pregnancy-related deaths1 in the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 24, 2021) In remembrance of those lost during service to our country, the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall invites all military personnel, past and present (with valid military ID), first responders, and healthcare heroes – along with their families – to enjoy the Y for FREE from Monday, May 24 through Monday, […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 17, 2021 – Select YMCAs serving Dallas, Denton, Ellis and Rockwall counties, including the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, are opening their doors to those in the community without power and/or water as a safe place to warm up from 10:00am – 5:30pm on Wednesday, February 17. Participating YMCA’s include: Moorland Family YMCA at […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 19, 2021 – JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, located at 1210 N. Goliad St., will host a free Financial Wellness Workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3 for those needing financial coaching and advice, including those with post-COVID-19 needs. There will be a short presentation given by […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 17, 2020 – The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall needs the community’s help to to provide Thanksgiving groceries to seniors in need in our community. The Y has partnered with Meals on Wheels Seniors Services of Rockwall County to identify several elderly clients who might not otherwise have what they need […]
National Coffee Day ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 28, 2020) As YMCAs across Dallas host free Coffee To Go tomorrow, our JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall will celebrate COFFEE WITH DUSTIN, 7-9AM, Tuesday, Sept. 29. After dedicating nine years to the Y and its mission, Dustin Davis will step down from his role as Senior Programs Director […]
Don’t touch your face, just race ROCKWALL, TX – July 22, 2020 – Due to the current COVID-19 crisis, the annual TriRock Triathlon, which is held annually at the JER Chilton YMCA to benefit Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County, has decided to go virtual. T-shirts and finisher medals will be mailed to participants after the […]
British Soccer & TetraBrazil combine for International Soccer Camp, presented by Challenger Sports at JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall ROCKWALL, TX (July 21, 2020) J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall will host a fully-integrated soccer camp offered by Challenger Sports from July 27 to July 31. The Challenger International Soccer Camp combines the most popular elements […]