YMCA to host annual Healthy Kids Day

FINDLAY — The Findlay Family YMCA will host its annual Healthy Kids Day from 5-8 p.m. April 17 at the University of Findlay Koehler Center, 1000 N. Main St. This free community event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season. In collaboration with the university, Blanchard Valley Health System and Hancock Public Health, Healthy Kids Day's mission is to prepare Hancock County families for a safe, healthy and fun summer. Several other regional organizations and businesses will also be on hand to provide their own educational resources, games, giveaways and more. Some featured activities will include a bounce house, archery, gaga ball, healthy snacks, exercise demo classes, obstacle courses, backyard games, soccer skills and a walk through the doctor's office. In addition, the event will welcome City of Findlay employees, who will bring a fire truck, police car and ambulance for kids to see and ask questions. "We love offering this event each year because it reminds kids that staying healthy and active during the summer is important," said CEO Stephanie Parsons. "At the Y, one of our primary goals is to provide opportunities for families to create healthy habits. Healthy Kids Day is a fun, free, community-wide event that encourages families to take advantage of all the great activities the Y has to offer year-round." For more information, contact Y Operations Director Chandler Cramer at ccramer@findlayymca.com or at 419-422-4424, ext. 126.