December Events & Programs Calendar

EVENTS

Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm 

• What: K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y! 
• Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More 
• Myrtle Beach: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm at Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA 

Tidelands Health Resource Fair 

• When: December 7^th from 9am – 12pm
• Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• What is included:
  • BP readings and education 
  • BMI screenings and education 
  • Hands only CPR demonstrations 
  • General education on diabetes, Diabetes Prevention Program 
  • Information on CHR services (including Triple P Parenting Program, Safesitter, TCCN, OB, etc…) 

Tidelands Health Blood Pressure Screenings

• Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• When: December 12
• Time: 9am – 12pm

Parents Night Out 

• Need a night away from the kids? Your kids will have a blast at the YMCA while you take a well-deserved break. Children will enjoy a night of games, crafts, swimming, making memories along with ending the night watching a family friendly movie. Dinner will be provided along with a light snack. 
• Georgetown: December 16th from 6-9pm 
• Myrtle Beach: December 15th from 5:30 – 10:30 – The theme is The Polar Express!
• Registration link: Sign up

Flick and Float

• Bring your swimsuits, floats, and appetite for fun! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️🍹
• Date: 12/29/23
• TIme: 7:00pm
• Featured Movie: We will be watching Scrooge- A Christmas Carol
• Link: Flick and Float sign up

PROGRAMS

Register for Basketball

• Cost: $85-member, $115 non-member
• Dates: Regular registration closes 12/11/23
• About our program: Whether you’re just starting out or sharpening your skills, the Y is the place for many youth to learn about becoming better players, staying active, and developing life-long skills.  The benefits are far greater than a win or loss. Whether it’s gaining confidence from learning a new skill or building relationships, good sportsmanship and team work – participating in youth sports at the Y is for development on and off the court! Practices are one day a week (mon – thur) and will officially begin the week of January 8th, Games will be on Saturdays starting January 20th.
• Registration Link:
• Contact: Jason Mueller (Sports Director, )843-449-9622, [email protected]

GT School’s Out Camp 

• School’s Out Days are an adventure that provides a fun, safe place to be when kids don’t have school! This camp inspired program includes a balance of fun, educational, & creative activities while developing the potential of every child. 
• Date: December 22^nd, 27-29^th 
• Time: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm 

Georgetown Golf at the Y

• What: Join us for six one-hour sessions of golfing fun suitable for all ages 4 and up. Whether you are a complete novice or an experienced golfer, this event is for you! Our dedicated golf pros, Champ, and Mike, will guide you through learning and improving your golf game.
• Dates: January 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, February 7th and 21st
• Times: 4:30PM-5:30PM
• Link: Golf at the Y Sign up
• Cost: Members $109 Non-members $136, Registration opens 12/1/23

Georgetown- NO SWIM AND GYM IN DECEMBER

• We will be taking the month of December off
• December 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

Georgetown- Y-Runner races are open to the public!

• Y-Runners winter races only. This is for local runners (any age) that want to hop into a competitive race. We will have our youth division followed by an open division race.
• Dates: 11/25, 12/9, 12/16
• Times: Races start at 9:00am
• Link to sign up: Race sign up

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Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA Jumpstart Preschool

• JUMPSTART PRESCHOOL  
• September 2023 – May 2024 
• Ages: 18 months – 5 years old 
• Time: 8:00am-12:00pm 
• https://www.coastalcarolinaymca.org/programs/21378761?locations=13  
• About our Program: 

At the Y, we believe that children learn best through play. 

Our safe environment gives kids the perfect place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships plus cultivate fine and gross motor skills. We plan our classes to develop each child’s self-esteem and strong image of self-worth. In every class, we encourage children to explore, ask questions and solve problems. 

Our early childhood educators provide a warm and secure atmosphere with five areas of focus to help kids meet and exceed developmental milestones: learning, life skills, healthy habits, socialization and fine and gross motor skills. 

• Daily Activities include: 
• Play  
• Arts & Creativity  
• Science & Discovery 
• Mathematics  
• Fine & Motor Gross Activities  
• Language & Literacy  
• Social Studies  
• Emotional Health  
• Indoor & Outdoor Physical Fitness  

PROGRAM PARTNERS! 

• First Baptist Church – (optional, parent approved) Child appropriate bible lessons. 
• First Steps – Raising a Reader Book Program 
• NEW! Chapin Library – Music and Movement Classes on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month! 
• NEW! Myrtle Beach Art Museum – Art Lessons on the 2nd Monday of each month!