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Welcome back to the back rooms

Welcome back to the back rooms

by Jill Hoko     Yes, our back rooms are now fully open! We have appreciated your patience as we worked to repair and renovate. Here’s an up-to-date listing of our designated areas, specially designed to accommodate the diverse needs of our growing...

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Stories, science, and our resident author

Stories, science, and our resident author

Danielle Shearer likes science, and she loves her kids. She also enjoys her job, working within the YWCA’s Child Enrichment program. And in her spare time, she’s spun those interests and skills into becoming an author. Danielle’s most recent literary work was a gift...

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Melissa Leathery Is New YWCA CEO

Melissa Leathery Is New YWCA CEO

The Board of Directors of the YWCA of Gettysburg & Adams County has selected Melissa Leathery as their next CEO, effective August 7, 2023.  “On behalf of the YWCA Board of Directors of Gettysburg and Adams County, we are privileged to welcome Melissa to the...

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The Rewarding Boarding Experience

The Rewarding Boarding Experience

by Lyne Aurand All aboard! Getting on board with the YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County’s Board of Directors has truly been fulfilling and heartwarming. I have been a YWCA Board member for five years. It has been one of my most rewarding experiences and ranks nearly...

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Living Library Makes its Debut

Living Library Makes its Debut

By Rukhsana Rahman During this year's National Library Week, the YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County, in collaboration with the Adams County Library System, hosted their inaugural Living Library event. Modeled after the Human Library project from Copenhagen, a diverse...

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How Fitness Fits Into the YWCA Mission

How Fitness Fits Into the YWCA Mission

Have you ever been to a YWCA? Specifically, have you ever been to the YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County? Well, I have explored YW’s in other locations and have been a member of the Gettysburg YW for about 15 years. I am proud of what we have here in our hometown. As...

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A Look at Two Remarkable Women

A Look at Two Remarkable Women

“I want to be remembered as someone who used herself and anything she could touch to work for justice and freedom. I want to be remembered as one who tried.” – Dorothy Height March is Women’s History Month, commemorating and encouraging the study, observance, and...

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