First Thursday Club

The First Thursday Club is a social club for mentally challenged adults. All consumers of the York County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs who are over 18 years old are eligible to participate. The club meets on the first Thursday of each month at the Charlotte Avenue Branch from 6:30-8 p.m. Various community groups provide the entertainment. In addition, the club takes at least one trip each month.

Volunteers are needed to chaperone club meetings and trips. Monetary as well as in-kind donations of refreshments, decorations, arts, crafts, etc., are greatly appreciated. Community groups (businesses and not-for-profit organizations) who would like to provide entertainment, trips, or other activities are encouraged to contact Linda McCallum at 329-9622 extension 262.

Leaders Club

Leaders Club is a volunteer organization open to local high school boys and girls. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:15 p.m. Members of the club assist in implementing YMCA programs such as indoor soccer, youth basketball, and t-ball. During the events, members serve as referees, scorekeepers and field monitors. The club also holds several social events including the highlighted year-end beach trip. There is no cost to join. Applications may be picked up at the Charlotte Avenue Branch YMCA. Contact Chet Tucker at ctucker@upymca.org for more information

Silver Fox Club

Active older adults, 50 and older, may join the Silver Fox Club for fellowship and awesome one-day and overnight trips. The group meets on the first Monday of the month at 9:30 a.m. for a social and a 10 a.m. meeting. Upcoming trips include the annual Christmas trip to the beach. For more information, call the YMCA at 329-9622, or call Erika direct at 803-324-4094. For our most recent newsletter on upcoming events please click here!