In response to the ongoing power outage and city emergency from recent storms, the Springfield YMCAs are offering space to the public to cool off, recharge phones and electronics, and access the internet.
The schedule and locations are:
Tuesday July 4, Noon- 4pm at the Downtown Y only. 601 N 4th Street, Springfield
Wednesday, July 5, 6pm -8pm at Downtown Y and Kerasotes West Y 4550 W Iles, Springfield
Thursday, July 6, 6pm-8pm at Downtown and Kerasotes YMCAs
Friday, July 7, 6pm-8pm at Downtown and Kerasotes YMCAs
Saturday, July 8, 7am-4pm at Downtown and Kerasotes YMCAs
Sunday, July 9: Kerasotes YMCA 8am-Noon; Downtown YMCA 1pm-4pm
Monday, July 10, 6pm-8pm
Free produce boxes will be available Wednesday and Saturday at the Downtown Y courtesy of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois.
The YMCA is also looking for volunteers to assist the public at these centers and donations of water, snacks, non-perishables, and personal items from area business to distribute to the public.
To volunteer or donate or
for more information, contact Lou Bart at Springfield YMCA, phone: 217-280-5103
email: Lbart@spingfieldymca.org