South Brunswick YMCA Files for Bankruptcy

Declining membership and donations leads to reorganization.

The ongoing impact of the recession hit one of South Brunswick's cornerstone institutions this week.  On Friday, the South Brunswick Family YMCA filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey in Trenton. In a statement released to the media Friday, The Y's Board of Directors cited difficulty sparked by a decline in membership and community donations. “Like so many businesses and organizations in our area, the South Brunswick Family YMCA has been adversely affected by the economic recession," the board said in a statement. "Declines in membership and donations over the past few years have presented financial challenges, but we believe the action we have taken today is an important first step …

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South Brunswick YMCA Selects New Board President

Jeffrey Hermann selected as third Board President for South Brunswick Family YMCA.

The Board of Directors of the South Brunswick Family YMCA announced that Jeffrey Hermann will become the Y’s third Board President. Hermann succeeds Anthony Campisano, who is stepping down after six years as Board President. The appointment is effective immediately. The Board of Directors serves as a guide for the Y work in youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. “Ys across the country work every day to ensure that children and adults have the opportunity to learn and grow. We are proud to introduce Jeff Hermann as the next Board President of the South Brunswick Family YMCA,” said Tom Libassi, Executive Director of the South Brunswick Family YMCA. “Jeff is a dynamic and engaging leader, and we are excited to have his …

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YMCAs of Middlesex County Team Up to Offer Extraordinary Value to Members

Eight YMCAs in Middlesex County partner to offer members access to any partnering YMCAs in Middlesex County regardless of where they hold their official membership.

In recent days, we have all experienced the power of people joining together to help one another to build a stronger community. At the YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The YMCA unites, engages and educates our communities to enable all people, especially youth and those who need us most, to maintain good health and to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.  With this important goal driving the work that we do each day, the eight YMCAs in Middlesex County have partnered together to offer our Y members access* to any of the partnering YMCAs in Middlesex County regardless of where they hold their official membership. *restrictions may apply and are at the discretion of the participating YMCA …

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Letter to the Editor

Letter: Child Protection in South Brunswick

Tom Libassi, Executive Director of South Brunswick Family YMCA

I would like to take a moment to talk to you about a very important subject – Child Protection. For the past several years, I have been serving as co-Chair of the Child Protection Task Force for the NJ YMCA State Alliance. As you may know, all Ys are independent. The Alliance is the affiliation of all New Jersey Y's that discuss and address various issues facing many Y's. As a result of the Child Protection Task Force, Ys across NJ have been implementing updated policies, procedures and guidelines to enhance the safety and protection our children. The policies cover everything from background checks, fingerprinting and references of Y employees and volunteers, to child abuse training, social networking, babysitting and outside contact, …

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Zumbathon for Breast Cancer Awareness at YMCA

The South Brunswick Family YMCA will be hosting a Zumbathon this weekend to raise money for the American Cancer Society.

As countless organizations hold events for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the South Brunswick Family YMCA will do their part on Saturday with a Zumbathon event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. "We're going to have our regular instructors and two guest instructors coming out and will introduce a new form of Zumba," said YMCA Group Exercise Coordinator Kim Zsamba. "We'll also have many vendors coming out like Mary Kay, and will also have cupcakes and baked goods for sale. We're trying to raise as much money as possible for a good cause, which is something our members like to do." The event will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with three straight hours of non-stop Zumba. There will also be numerous prizes and …

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South Brunswick to Celebrate India’s 65th Independence Day

Annual celebration returns to the South Brunswick Family YMCA on Aug. 19.

The Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central New Jersey (IACFNJ) will celebrate India’s 65th Independence Day on Sunday, August 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Brunswick Family YMCA. After the grand success of the last two years and overwhelming community support, the organizers of IACFNJ and the South Brunswick Family YMCA once again are proud to announce the 2012 celebration. The fun-filled event offers entertainment and cultural activities, dance performances, traditional Indian dances, patriotic dances, children’s activities, DJ and music to celebrate the event. There will be free authentic Indian food samplings from Jewel of India, Chutney Mary, Masala Grill and Udupi Restaurants, along with lots of fun activities and food…

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Camplified Rocks South Brunswick YMCA

Summer tour stops at South Brunswick Family YMCA with performance from 12-year-old budding recording star Karlee Roberts and girl group Blush.

Campers at the South Brunswick Family YMCA got a special treat on Wednesday when the 2012 Camplified tour stopped by for an afternoon concert. The show featured 12-year-old recording artist and New Jersey native Karlee Roberts, who has performed with stars like the Disney Channel’s Trevor Jackson, YouTube sensation Payton Rae, and the NBC show America’s Got Talent's “The All Ways.” "Camplified brings us three different acts and what's nice about Karlee Roberts is that she has a huge anti-bullying message," said YMCA Senior Program and Camp Director Joe Marciszyn. "She has a song called 'Call Me Whatever' that really gives kids a message that it doesn't matter what people say about you." The Camplified Tour is in its 11th season and is set …

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South Brunswick YMCA Hosts Camplified 2012

Camplified’s 2012 Summer Tour will visit the South Brunswick Family YMCA on Wednesday, featuring a performance from 12-year-old budding recording star Karlee Roberts.

The beat drops, music starts, and campers scream, cheer, dance, and sing-along with Karlee Roberts, 12-year-old recording artist on Camplified’s 2012 Summer Tour coming to New Jersey this week. Performing with stars like Disney Channel’s Trevor Jackson, YouTube sensation Payton Rae, America’s Got Talent “The All Ways” and many others, Karlee is having the time of her life on the road.   Her favorite part?  Engaging with her fans. After the performances, fans line up to get Karlee’s autograph.  Some meet-and-greets even last two hours. But Karlee never turns anyone away. The young talent is a natural celebrity.   Her poise onstage and warm interaction with her fans makes her a true positive role model. With her signature “nerd glasses,” …

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South Brunswick YMCA Opens Summer Camp Monday

Summer Camp features a free Teen Overnight to Camp Ockanickon in Medford (NJ), archery and fishing.

The South Brunswick Family YMCA opens Summer Camp on Monday, June 25.  “It’s a Summer to Discover” is the theme this year and there are plenty of reasons to come to the Y and discover!  This year, Summer Camp features a free Teen Overnight to Camp Ockanickon in Medford (NJ), archery and fishing.  In addition, campers will be able to enjoy the addition of a nature trail on site! “This year through your valuable feedback and our careful evaluation, we’ve redesigned how we deliver camp from weekly themes, new trips and new camp events. This summer will be a huge success,” said Joe Marciszyn, Summer Camp Director. “We offer a variety of experiences all summer long for children and teens ages 5 – 16,” explained Marciszyn.  “Action-packed days …

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Things to Do

5 Things (Plus 2) in South Brunswick this Weekend

A busy weekend of events in South Brunswick.

Saturday 2nd Annual Tour de South Brunswick Bike Ride & Walk, South Brunswick High School, 750 Ridge Rd, Monmouth Junction, 8 a.m. Come out for a fun family event that supports the Education Foundation of South Brunswick Township, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization whose sole purpose is to support the South Brunswick School District. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., rides start at 9 a.m. and a family fun walk begins at 9:15 a.m. Monmouth Junction Elementary School Community Craft Sale, Flea Market and Garage Sale, Crossroads South Middle School, 195 Major Rd, Monmouth Junction, 9 a.m. Monmouth Junction Elementary School is hosting it's second annual Community Flea Market and Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Over 80 Parking Spaces of …

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