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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 […]
January Volunteering Recap
From the Volunteer Director, Thank you to everyone who showed up for our MLK Day of Service. Your time, energy, and care made a real difference. The meal and diaper kits you packed are already reaching families who need them. That day was about more than assembling supplies. It was neighbors coming together, working side […]
Street Closures Near Riverdale Y
W 256th St is closed, Please Plan For DelaysATTN: W 256th between Riverdale Ave and Arlington Ave is closed due to ConEd repairs. No traffic is permitted up or down the hill. We urge you to walk or take public transit until further notice. If you are driving, W 259 is open in both directions. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Fall Festival Recap
This past Sunday, October 26, the Riverdale Y Sunday Market came alive for our annual Fall Festival — and this year, it truly felt like a vibrant town square. The market was buzzing with energy, featuring over 30 local vendors and community organizations, plus a full day of family fun. Kids had a blast with pumpkin […]
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 […]
Fitness and Sports Programs During Early Voting and Election Day
Sunday, October 26 All sports programs are cancelled Pickleball is cancelled Monday, October 27 Fitness class will be held at the half-court Tuesday, October 28 – Friday, October 31 Morning fitness classes will take place in the Gymnasium Saturday, November 1 Facility is closed Sunday, November 2 All sports programs are […]
Early Voting at Riverdale Y
We’re proud to be an early voting site for elections here in New York City. Here is the early voting schedule, as set by the city election officials: Not sure if Riverdale Y is your polling site? Visit findmypollsite.vote.nyc
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 […]
September Volunteering Recap at Riverdale Y
From the Volunteer Director, As the sweetness of Rosh Hashanah lingers, we now turn our focus toward October and the power of civic engagement. No matter what party you support, one truth remains: our community is stronger when we each take part in choosing our leaders. Riverdale Y is proud to serve as an early […]
Reciprocity with Shames JCC for High Holy Days
Shames JCC on the Hudson in Tarrytown, NY has graciously offered reciprocity to Riverdale Y members on select days and times during the High Holy Day closures in October. When visiting Shames JCC, Riverdale Y members must present: Their Riverdale Y membership ID card or membership barcode in the Riverdale Y app Required guest forms completed in advance, […]
Shanah Tova from Riverdale Y
Next week, Jews around the world will celebrate Rosh HaShanah, the Jewish New Year. Many will eat apples dipped in honey, symbolizing our hope for a sweet year. The custom of eating apples on Rosh HaShanah was first mentioned in Machzor Vitry, an 11th-century prayer book that incorporates legal rulings, composed by Rabbi Simcha of Vitry, […]
Fall Back Into Fitness
Join us for our fall fitness programs NextGen Fitness Grades 3-4 Thursdays 4–5pm This fitness program is designed to teach kids how to use weights, resistance bands, and their body’s weight for exercise, with the main focus on encouraging the development of strong skeletal muscles. Start date: October 2 Register Zumba Kids Grades 1-3 Tuesdays […]
August Volunteering Recap at Riverdale Y
From the Volunteer Director, September still carries the warmth of summer, yet it also brings a cool freshness that signals new beginnings. It is the season of return: back to school, back to family traditions, back to the rhythm and energy that carry us into fall. At the Riverdale Y, we step into this season […]
July Volunteering Recap at Riverdale Y
From the Volunteer Director, Rooted in Action: Teens Building Community in Real Time While summer winds down, our teen interns are just hitting their stride. Every week, they show up—setting up the Sunday Market, selling cookies and snow cones, sharing stories with older adults, and learning what it means to build community by being a […]
June Volunteering Recap at Riverdale Y
Dear Volunteers, I am deeply grateful for the way you responded when we needed you most. At approximately 10:45 on Wednesday, June 25, we learned that we would need to shut down the building due to a water outage. By 11:00, you were already in motion. Some of you began taking down the lunch setup […]
May Volunteering Recap at Riverdale Y
From the Volunteer Director When Service becomes a Story On May 2, Riverdale Y had the privilege of hosting over 160 students and faculty from Riverdale Country School for a service day that spoke volumes—about compassion, responsibility, and the kind of values that truly shape a community. Together, students and teachers assembled more than 2,000 […]