June 4
Building Community Through Dance Pam Smart began her journey with the YMCA of Greater Nashua as a volunteer after retiring. Before long, she started participating in group exercise classes and earned her Group Exercise Instructor Certification through the Y. She began subbing for other instructors when needed and quickly discovered how much she enjoyed teaching… Read more »
May 7
Al Kaprielian’s Y Story If you’ve been in the area for a long time, you would likely recognize Al Kaprielian from his television days. A longtime meteorologist on WNDS Channel 50, Al became a local icon, not just for his weather forecasts but also for his signature voice and charismatic personality. Al, a Y… Read more »
April 9
Betsy’s Y Story Betsy McMahon’s journey with the Y began many years ago when she sought a volunteer opportunity at the Merrimack branch as a Welcome Center Greeter. Having been involved with Opportunity Networks and other social service agencies that partner with the Y, Betsy was already familiar with the facility and its community…. Read more »
March 5
From Camper to Counselor Dylan Boyer’s camp journey began at the Y when he was just six years old, eagerly anticipating his first summer at Camp Sargent and Sports Camp. Having been enrolled in the EEC since the age of three alongside his twin brother, he had spent years counting down the days until… Read more »
February 12
Bishop Choate’s Journey With The Y Bishop Stanley Choate has been a valued YMCA member for nearly 20 years, but his experiences over the past five years have been the most impactful. Along with many of his family members, Bishop Choate has utilized the Y in various ways, making a powerful impact on the… Read more »
January 8
A LIFETIME AT THE Y “I’ll never forget the first time I walked into the Nashua Y. I had never seen a gym before,” shares Anthony “Tony” Mandravelis, reflecting on his first visit to the Y at just seven years old. Little did Tony know that the Y would become such a significant part… Read more »
December 6
FROM THE HEART Dr. Laura Landerman-Garber’s connection to the YMCA is rooted in a deep family tradition. “It’s a family legacy,” she explains. Growing up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Laura’s childhood was intertwined with her local YMCA, where she learned to swim and attended camp every summer from ages 8 to 17. “The philosophy behind… Read more »
November 6
GENERATIONS OF IMPACT Christy and Stu Sprinkle’s long-standing connection to the Y has evolved beautifully over the years, reflecting their dedication to staying active and socially engaged. From their early days in the adult volleyball league, where they met and began dating, to their more recent love for Pickleball, the Y has been central… Read more »
