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 <title>About the Downtown-Marquette YMCA</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/about</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;The Downtown-Marquette offers &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/6900&quot;&gt;Free Guests Fridays!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Downtown-Marquette YMCA operates as one branch composed of the Downtown YMCA, a full-services facility located on Locust Street, and the Marquette YMCA, a satellite facility located on North Broadway.   &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hours of Operation&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Downtown:&lt;br /&gt;
M-F 5:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Sun. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Marquette:&lt;br /&gt;
M-F 6:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Facility&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Indoor Lap Pool &lt;em&gt;(Downtown)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Full-size Gymnasium &lt;em&gt;(Downtown)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Indoor Tracks&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Every Kid&#039;s a Y Kid!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/carondelet/giving</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;++&lt;a href=&quot;https://registration.ymcastlouis.org/partner/donationform.html&quot;&gt;Make your Partner donation online. Click Here.&lt;/a&gt;++&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Caitlyn&#039;s story&lt;/strong&gt; Caitlyn will be a sophomore in high school this year. The Carondelet Family YMCA has been an integral part of her life and she is eager to tell others how much the YMCA has changed her life. With the help of financial assistance, she attended Central Leader’s School. This one-week YMCA program teaches youth and teens leadership skills for life. Caitlyn helped to found the Carondelet YMCA Leader’s Club and has served as President. Caitlyn has far exceeded the volunteer service expectation by teaching preschool dance and assisting in Child Watch, our on-site, while-you-work-out, baby-sitting service. She also spent an entire summer as a Counselor in Training for YMCA Day Camp. Caitlyn has planned and led other teens in service- learning and civic engagement projects, including helping to design the South City Skate Park. Not only has she given to the YMCA, the YMCA continues to give back to her. She has made service-learning trips to Trinidad and Belize over the past two years.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2006 14:48:11 -0600</pubDate>
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 <title>Join the Downtown-Marquette YMCA</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/join</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Belonging to the YMCA&lt;/strong&gt; will encourage a healthy development of your spirit, mind and body.  Our programs and exercise classes cater to all fitness and income levels, and many are scheduled during lunch and after-work hours, so everyone can enjoy the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and strong community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;As a Full or Metro member of the Downtown-Marquette YMCA, you’re entitled to the following benefits:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;Unlimited access to both the Downtown and Marquette facilities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;FREE group exercise classes&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;FREE aquatic exercise classes&lt;/li&gt;
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 <title>Let&#039;s Build A Strong Community Together</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/giving</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;++&lt;a href=&quot;https://registration.ymcastlouis.org/partner/donationform.html&quot;&gt;Make your Strong Community donation online. Click Here.&lt;/a&gt;++&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This year we have the wonderful opportunity to spotlight two very extraordinary people. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Quanisha Pool has been a member of the Downtown YMCA&#039;s School Age Childcare program at Gateway Elementary School for the past two years. She has had the chance to interact with other children, be in the care of friendly and helpful staff, and build character focusing around the four core values of the YMCA. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;When asked, Quanisha&#039;s mother, Ms. Hughes, told us she heard about the Strong Community Campaign from a staff person. &quot;As a working mother, I knew I needed help with the care of my children after school. Quanisha has special needs [and is confined to a wheelchair] and we were concerned there wouldn&#039;t be help for her. But after seeing the School Age Childcare Program, I was very pleased. The YMCA staff is trained, knowledgeable and caring.&quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/classes</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Classes&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Registration Information&lt;/strong&gt; As a Full or Metro member, you may register for classes and activities before anyone else (class schedule is located under the &quot;Schedules&quot; tab). You will receive the program brochure in the mail prior to the earliest registration deadline for each of our seven program sessions. Most classes are included in your membership, but some may require an extra fee.  Payment can be made by cash, check, Mastercard, American Express, Visa, or Discover. You may register using the following methods:&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://registration.ymcastlouis.org/ymca%20emember/app_landingpage.aspx&quot;&gt;Online&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/schedules</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;The Downtown-Marquette YMCA offers several group exercise, spinning and aquatics classes to help you sustain a healthy spirit, mind and body.  Download a schedule with class descriptions below to find the best options for you.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Never been to the YMCA? Take a tour and try one of our classes when it&#039;s convenient for you!  We promise you won&#039;t be disappointed!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Volunteer and Make a Difference!!!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/volunteer</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;The Downtown-Marquette YMCA warmly welcomes volunteers to help us with housekeeping or maintenance.&lt;br /&gt;
For more information call (314) 436-4100 or &lt;a href=&quot;mailto:jjouza@ymcastlouis.org&quot;&gt;email us&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
You can also ask for an interest form at the front desk.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Special Events&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
We are always in need of assistance for our special events. Annually, we hold events such as Golf Tournaments, Open House Events,&lt;br /&gt;
Fund-raisers, and special events at our School-Age Childcare site. Great idea for a service project!  Please contact Brie Romere at (314) 436-4100 or via &lt;a href=&quot;mailto:bromere@ymcastlouis.org&quot;&gt;email&lt;/a&gt; for more exciting information!!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/sacc</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;The YMCA School Age Child Care Program provides a high quality, safe, convenient, and recreational environment.  We are state licensed for ages 5-12.  We are conveniently located at your child&#039;s school.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Fall Membership Incentive</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/branchname/Membership_Incentives</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;Join the YMCA August 15th to September 15th!                                     Receive 50% off the joining fee!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Are you interested in participating in our           Exciting Fitness Classes?</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/3873</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Come see how the YMCA can change your life!                                                                                                           Are you  not sure about joining but interested in taking               an aerobic or group cycling class?&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>School Age Child Care at Gateway Elementary School</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/3875</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;Open to students who attend Gateway Elementary and are in grades K through 6.                                                                           Working with schools and parents, School Age Child Care compliments and enhances formal education and provides learning opportunities that build relationships, help develop character and inspire discovery!                                                                  Child Care is provided after-school only.                                                   Programs are licensed.                                                                                       Registration fee: $25( 1child)/$35 (family)                                   Weekly Program Fee: $68 (1child) $10 off (second child discount)&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Check out our After School Care Program!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/3876</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;Downtown-Marquette YMCA 07/08 School year is just under way! &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For students who attend Gateway Elementary and are in grades K through 6.  Working with Schools and parents, school age child care compliments and enhances formal education.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Check out our School Age Child Care Program!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/3877</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;The 07/08 School year is coming soon!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For students who attend Gateway Elementary and are in grades K through 6. Working with schools and parents, School Age Child Care compliments and enhances formal education.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>The nation&#039;s new fitness craze: ZUMBA!!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/3990</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&#039;re looking to mix up your workouts, &lt;strong&gt; look no further!&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Marquette is offering a dance-based fitness program called Zumba. Infusing Latin, African, and Hindu sounds, Zumba works you to the funky beats and leaves you feeling great.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Member Appreciation Week - December 10-14!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/4046</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;All week stop by the lobby of either location to pick up treats or participate in some special events!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>CELEBRATE 2008 AT THE DOWNTOWN Y&#039;S OPEN HOUSE FROM 10am - 3pm JANUARY 1st!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/4154</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Our entire staff is excited to ring in the new year with you, and have a lot of great things happening throughout the day!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Ringing in the New Year!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/4169</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;On January 1st we had a good turn out of members who had the opportunity to participate in some new classes and activities! &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Each member received a &lt;strong&gt;New Year&#039;s Day 2008 tshirt&lt;/strong&gt;, a bottle of water and sweet-smelling popcorn in our lobby!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Facility Updates as of February 7, 2008</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/4179</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;We&#039;re continuing to spice up our building! Check out our recent and soon-to-be-happening renovations!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>ATTENTION:  Inclement Weather Updates!!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/4281</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&#039;re thinking the weather is looking gloomy and want to know if your local YMCA is open, check out this website for updates!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ymcastlouis.org/weather&quot;&gt;YMCA of Greater St. Louis Weather Updates&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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 <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:40:41 -0600</pubDate>
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 <title>Golfing &quot;FORE&quot; the kids!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/4862</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;The gentlemen of &quot;Sherwood&#039;s Team&quot; doing the old Y-M-C-A dance!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:14:13 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title>YMCA Code of Conduct</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/5243</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;It is important to us that all members be treated equally, both by staff and fellow members. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The attached document is our active YMCA Code of Conduct, which we enforce to ensure the safety and respect of each individual member.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:18:17 -0500</pubDate>
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 <title>Don&#039;t forget to register for the 2009 Winter Session!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/5452</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;It&#039;s new year, and time to re-vamp your health &amp;amp; wellness routine! &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This session is packed with classes and programs that will help you - and your family - become a happy and healthy St. Louisian. Take advantage of your membership benefits and sign up for a new class today.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Don&#039;t forget to register for the 2009 Winter Session!</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/5453</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;It&#039;s new year, and time to re-vamp your health &amp;amp; wellness routine! &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This session is packed with classes and programs that will help you - and your family - become a happy and healthy St. Louisian. Take advantage of your membership benefits and sign up for a new class today.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Personal Pricing Membership</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/5892</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;The Downtown-Marquette YMCA offers a special kind of membership rate based on your &lt;em&gt; gross annual household income&lt;/em&gt;. It is our form of scholarship, which allows anyone to participate providing the proper documents are turned in.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Pool Hours Have Changed...</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/5920</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Due to the stressful economy, your faithful YMCA has had to make some tough decisions. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;One of those affects our pool hours. Since Monday, April 13, the Downtown YMCA&#039;s pool has adopted new hours. We have added some new break times and will be closing the pool an hour before the building closes.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Soup and Salad United Way Fundraiser</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/6596</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Stop by the Downtown Y Monday, October 12, between 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for a delicious and beneficial lunch!  For $5, you can enjoy a wonderful array of soup and salad.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;All proceeds from the lunch go to support the United Way of Greater St. Louis, a charitable organization that unites people of different backgrounds and interests who work together to strengthen health and human services in Missouri and Illinois.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Downtown YMCA Community Christmas</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/6706</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Celebrate Christmas with your community at the Downtown YMCA.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This two-day event begins Friday, December 11, from&lt;br /&gt;
6 p.m. - 8 p.m. and continues through Saturday, December 12, from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  All YMCA members AND community members are welcome!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We will be unveiling our new community room called, &quot;Tike&#039;s Corner,&quot; named after a long-time, dedicated member.  We will also debut our new Literacy Lab.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Friday night&#039;s activities include Family Bingo, pool and ping pong and relaxed reading.  We will also serve refreshments and cookies.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Saturday will be an action-packed day as we host pool, ping pong and Wii tournaments.  We will also facilitate a Christmas Craft in our Literacy Lab and have story time as one of our staff members reads a Christmas-themed story.  Enjoy refreshments and cookies once again in our lobby.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <title>Downtown YMCA New Year&#039;s Day Open House</title>
 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/6771</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Begin 2010 surrounded by health, fitness and fun!  The Downtown YMCA is opening its doors at 10 a.m. for a jam-packed day of health and wellness-related activities.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Not only can you enjoy a FREE day at the Downtown YMCA after a tour, but you can also choose from the following activities:&lt;br /&gt;
-billiards, table tennis and card games in our new community room&lt;br /&gt;
-mile swim race&lt;br /&gt;
-“Wellness-How balanced is your’s?” free seminar&lt;br /&gt;
-racquetball tournament&lt;br /&gt;
-cycling, yoga and family zumba classes&lt;br /&gt;
-kids swimming pool games&lt;br /&gt;
-story time in our new Literacy Lab&lt;br /&gt;
-DJ Hero tournament&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Downtown YMCA is much more than a “gym-and-swim.”  We build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.  We are a place where everyone can truly belong.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Downtown-Marquette YMCA will open at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 7.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/communityvalentines</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;February 12, 2010&lt;br /&gt;
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bring the whole family along to the Downtown Community Valentine’s Celebration.  The event is free to the community and members of the YMCA. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Downtown YMCA would like to welcome the community to its facility.  &lt;strong&gt;This is a free Open House to the public.&lt;/strong&gt;You will have access to our youth-focused, community room, Tike’s Corner, and if you would like to use the rest of the facility, you may do so after a tour.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Make a valentine, play pool, ping pong or on two of our Wii gaming systems , sip on hot chocolate and snack on some candy hearts!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/womensonlynight</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;March 13, 2010&lt;br /&gt;
3 p.m. – 6 p.m.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Spend a Saturday night with the girls at the Downtown YMCA Women’s Only Night!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Group Fitness Classes&lt;br /&gt;
Nutrition Seminar&lt;br /&gt;
Facials&lt;br /&gt;
*Makeup demos&lt;br /&gt;
Eyebrow Waxing&lt;br /&gt;
*Massages&lt;br /&gt;
Trivia&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*denotes extra fee&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;All proceeds go to the United Way of Greater St. Louis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;$5 for members&lt;br /&gt;
$10 for non-members (members, bring a friend and they receive the $5 member price!)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ymcastlouis.org/files/WomensOnlyNightRegistrationForm.pdf&quot;&gt;Download a registration form.&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Must be 18 years or older.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Every Friday, the Downtown-Marquette YMCA welcomes guests until 4 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Try the Downtown-Marquette Y for FREE&lt;/strong&gt; after a tour, and if you decide to join, receive 100% off the Joining Fee!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Guests must adhere to our guest policy.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/trivianight</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Saturday, March 6, 2010&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Doors open at 6 p.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Games begin at 7 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;10 rounds of trivia, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and Mulligans (3 for $10 or 10 for $20, 1 per round) and more!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;River Bottom Saloon in Soulard&lt;br /&gt;
112 Sidney Street (East onto Sidney Street from Broadway)&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;$200 per table ($25 per person; 8 person limit per table&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Price includes open bar (beer, wine, soda) &amp;amp; snacks&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;All proceeds go to our World Service Fund.  Wear your best Mardi Gras mask and costume!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Register today!&lt;/p&gt;
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 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;On Sunday, March 28, the St. Louis Blues are hosting YMCA Night!  The Blues take on the Edmonton Oilers at 5 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Not only are ticket prices significantly discounted, but $5 of every YMCA Night ticket sold will be donated to the Strong Community Campaign!  AND each ticket includes a hot dog and a soda!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Take advantage of this fun, inexpensive opportunity to benefit  your community.  Either pick up a registration form at the branch locations for you and your friends, or download one below.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/node/6987</link>
 <description>&lt;div class=&quot;ymca_story_body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;March 13, 2010&lt;br /&gt;
3 p.m. – 6 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Spend a Saturday night with the girls at the Downtown YMCA Women’s Only Night!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Group Fitness Classes&lt;br /&gt;
Nutrition Seminar&lt;br /&gt;
Facials&lt;br /&gt;
*Makeup demos&lt;br /&gt;
Eyebrow Waxing&lt;br /&gt;
*Massages&lt;br /&gt;
Trivia&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/healthykidsday</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;Get your family to the Downtown YMCA on&lt;br /&gt;
Saturday, April 17 between 10am &amp;amp; 2pm!!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a nationally celebrated event that focuses on healthy living and helping kids and families embrace healthy habits they can sustain for life. More than 1600 communities participated in this event last year!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a signature event of the YMCA Activate America initiative, rallying YMCAs across the country to further help individuals and families who struggle to adopt healthy lifestyles. By celebrating health and wellness of young people through a variety of fun, physical activities, Healthy Kids Day encourages kids and their families to stay active, connected, and healthy.&lt;/p&gt;
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 <link>http://www.ymcastlouis.org/dtmarquette/easter</link>
 <description>&lt;div &gt;&lt;p&gt;Celebrate Easter with the whole family at the Downtown YMCA’s Breakfast with the Easter Bunny!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;On Saturday, April 3, we will host a breakfast from 9-10:30 a.m.  The Easter Bunny himself will even make a special appearance before his big day!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We will also provide a variety of activities including arts and crafts, a coloring contest and use of Tike’s Corner, which is equipped with two Wii stations, DJ Hero and Rock Band!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Breakfast is $5 per person, and all proceeds benefit the United Way of Greater St. Louis.  We hope to see you here!&lt;/p&gt;
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