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 […]
Reflecting on Sukkot
As we gather for Sukkot, coming right after the reflection and renewal of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, the shift from prayer to joyful celebration feels especially meaningful. There is something powerful in moving from deep introspection to the hands-on experience of building a sukkah, welcoming guests, and sharing meals together. Sukkot reminds us that […]