Welcoming Week

We know communities are stronger and more cohesive when people from all backgrounds have the opportunity to get to know one another and work side-by-side to advance the common good. Created by the YMCA of the USA's national partner, Welcoming America, Welcoming Week is a national celebration that brings together immigrants and U.S.-born residents at community-based events to promote cross-cultural understanding and raise awareness of the benefits of welcoming everyone!

It's here! Monday, September 16th – Saturday, September 20th, Moorland Family YMCA at Oak Cliff, Grand Prairie Family YMCA, Lake Highlands Family YMCA, and other organizations around the country will be observing Welcoming Week!  

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Welcoming Week Activities include:

WORLD MAP
Stop by any of our participating YMCA locations during Welcoming Week and place the dot on your and/or your family's country of origin.  We can't wait to see all of the incredible countries represented at our Ys!  

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES
We will have fun activities representing different cultures and countries around the globe, such as Zumba, Salsa, BollyX, Hip Hop Step Dance, and more! You are welcome to attend and bring your family and friends!

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
We will will feature cultural foods, Sports Around the World, the Dress Your Cultural Fashion Show, Paint with a Twist—Rep your Culture through Art, and much more. You are welcome to attend and bring your family and friends!
 

Enjoy any of our YMCA locations, workout space, exercise classes, or indoor pools, all that the Y has to offer - no membership required! We are open to all during Welcoming Week.