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Fall Festival at Riverdale Y Sunday Market

Our annual Fall Festival was a huge success, welcoming more than 1,000 visitors for a day filled with community spirit, family fun, and great local food. From pumpkin painting and live music to cooking demonstrations and a petting zoo, there was something for everyone to enjoy. Our amazing vendors helped make the day special, bringing […]

Knicks Watch Party @ Riverdale Y

The New York Knicks raised their championship banner on Tuesday night, and while the team may not have won the game, the Riverdale Y community certainly won the night! Knicks fans gathered at Riverdale Y to celebrate opening night of the 2026–2027 New York Knicks season with an evening full of excitement and community bonding. […]

JCRC-NY at 50: A Meaningful Evening at Riverdale Y

More than 100 community members gathered at Riverdale Y on Monday evening for JCRC-NY at 50: New York’s Jewish Community in Today’s Political Landscape. The evening featured a thoughtful conversation moderated by Rabbi Dovid Zirkind with Mark Treyger, CEO of JCRC-NY, exploring the challenges and opportunities facing New York’s Jewish community today. Guests also enjoyed […]

Dessert In The Sukkah

On September 28th & 29th, members of the community joined Rabbi Scott for Dessert in the Sukkah.  Together, they learned about the holiday of Sukkot, shook the Lulav and Etrog and enjoyed some tasty treats.

New Age Requirement for Independent Access to Riverdale Y

Effective October 1, members and guests must be at least 16 years of age to attend Riverdale Y without adult supervision. Minors who are not 16 by October 1, 2026 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult who is at least 21 years of age. The accompanying adult does not have to be the […]

Summer Stage is Not Throwing Away Their Shot

Aaron J. Albano from Broadway’s Hamilton came to visit Summer Stage Theatre Arts Camp this week! Aaron spoke to the campers about a career in musical theatre and taught a combo from Hamilton! Aaron J. Albano hails originally from the West Coast where he began performing professionally at the age of 15 in San Jose, […]

ECC End-Of-Year Celebrations 2026

Thanks for a great year! Thank you to our ECC teachers, parents and children for a wonderful year. We had so much fun at our end-of-year celebrations and look forward to seeing you in the fall.

Fitness Spotlight: Cross Education

Did you know? You don’t have to stop training because of an injury. If you’ve had surgery or are wearing a cast (plaster) on one arm or leg, you can often continue training safely with the rest of your body. This is possible because of a powerful process in the body known as cross education. What is […]

Hanukkah with Grandfriends in the ECC

A letter from the ECC Yellow Room’s Grandfriend, Barbara: Good evening and Happy Chanukah! I have to tell you about my experience in the Yellow Room this past Thursday.  I returned to my Grandfriends after missing 3 days of school over a week and a half due to a trip to visit my in-laws. Several of […]

Join us for our last Sunday Market of the Season!

This Sunday, December 14, marks our final Riverdale Y Sunday Market of the season! We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our shoppers, vendors, volunteers, and community partners for making this one of our most successful years yet. This season brought so many exciting developments — including our move to the beautiful new location at St. […]

Rooted in Action: The Season of Light and Thanks

As the year draws to a close, Riverdale Y glows with the warmth of community. In the past weeks, volunteers have served holiday meals, honored veterans, and filled our halls with music, laughter, and purpose. From the Sunday Market to our Thanksgiving celebration, every act of giving has reminded us how much brighter life becomes […]

Riverdale Y Runners at the New York City Marathon

Meet Riverdale Y Members who ran the 2025 New York City Marathon! Clai Henry is a 41 year old attorney who lives in North Riverdale. He has been a member of Riverdale Y for seven years. (He also grew up in Riverdale and even lifeguarded at Riverdale Y as a teenager!) Rachel Beaton is a […]

We Are The Bronx Fellowship Against Hate

Hate has no place in our communities — and you can help lead the response. Now in its third year, The We Are The Bronx Fellowship Against Hate (WATBFAH) is more than a professional development opportunity — it’s a call to action and an opportunity to learn, connect and lead. Organized by Riverdale Y in partnership with JCRC-NY, the Mayor’s Office for the […]

Gratitude in Action

From the Volunteer Director: November is our month of “V’s” — veterans, volunteers, and vibrant community life. At the Riverdale Y, we give thanks for those who have served, those who give their time and care, and those who bring vitality to every gathering. This season reminds us that gratitude grows through connection. Each shared […]

Our first Sunday Market at St. Gabriel’s Church!

Our first Sunday Market at our new location was an overwhelming success. More than 700 people walked through the amazing maze of goodies!  Thank you to all of our vendors and community members for making our move seamless and successful.  Our vision of the market as Riverdale’s Town Square that supports community, health, and joy […]

Community Spotlight: Coach Bird

If you’ve spent any time around the Riverdale Y, chances are you’ve met Stephen Dunnion, known to many as Coach Bird. Since joining the Riverdale Y family in June 2015, coach Bird has brought his energy, dedication, and positivity to every program he’s touched. From starting as a counselor in our afterschool program and Camp […]

New Beginnings at Talent is Timeless

The Riverdale Y Older Adult Center hit the road today for Talent is Timeless, a citywide performing arts talent competition that celebrates the creativity and brilliance of older New Yorkers. Over the summer, Barbara Gray won the competition here at Riverdale Y and was selected to represent us at the regional competition. She was a smash hit! Mazel […]