Thank you to all our volunteers!

In recognition of National Volunteer Appreciation Month this April, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the remarkable contributions made by our volunteers. As the Director of Volunteer Services for Riverdale Y, I am proud to share that over 300 volunteers have dedicated their time and effort to our mission of enriching the […]

Spring Swim and Youth Sports Registration is Now Open!

Join us this spring for 10 weeks of sports and swim programming! Kids and adults can learn to swim, kids can build and refine soccer and basketball abilities. Basketball Clinics Athletes in Grades 1-8 will get coached through a series of basketball skills, drills, and conditioning. Non-competitive  scrimmages will be held at the end of […]

Celebrating Random Acts of Kindness: 50 Acts of Service at Riverdale Y

February 17 was Random Acts of Kindness Day. In the spirit of giving back to our community, we set out to accomplish 50 Acts of Service, and I am overjoyed to report that we’ve been making significant strides toward that goal. From organizing food pantries to throwing memorable birthday parties, every act has been a […]

February is American Heart Month

Hello, Riverdale Y Fitness Community! Did you know February is American Heart Month? As we step into February, a month dedicated to matters of the heart, we aim to raise awareness about heart health. Since 1950, heart disease has held its position as the leading cause of death in the United States, as reported by the […]

Quest Studio Is Now Open to Members

Fitness members 18 years or older can use the Quest Studio and the equipment to enhance their and add variety to their fitness routine. Please review the schedule and rules of use below before using the space.  Open to Fitness Members As long as the Quest Studio is not being used for group fitness classes […]

Thank you for participating in MLK Week of Service 

I want to express our heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the Riverdale Y community for your invaluable contribution during the MLK Week of Service. Your dedication and hard work truly make a difference in the lives of those in need and support the Y’s value of taking responsibility to care for one another, in our […]

A Magical Holiday Celebration for Children in Need

The spirit of the holidays shone brighter than ever this year as the Riverdale Y and The Neighborhood Association for Inter-Cultural Affairs, Inc. (NAICA) partnered to bring joy and festivity to children and their families living in a local shelter for asylum seekers. This heartwarming collaboration saw an outpouring of generosity from the Riverdale Y […]

What youth theater offers Riverdale in trying times

As this tumultuous year is ending, I am keenly reminded of the importance of the Arts in our lives. It is a passion I have had throughout my life. I sang with my five sisters growing up, then married an actor/musician/writer and we raised two children, who are also actors. There is nothing more uplifting […]

Registration is Now Open for Winter Youth Sports & Swim

Stanley S. Lane Youth Basketball  The Stanley S. Lane Basketball powered by Camp Twelve Trails is an annual tradition in our youth sports program here at the Riverdale Y. Following the USA Basketball Youth Guidelines, our Riverdale Y staff and coaches run a program that focuses on developing skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship for young athletes in grades 1-8. Register […]