(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Atlantic Chamber Ambassadors were hosted by Nishna Valley Family YMCA on Thursday, January 6^th, 2022, to celebrate their new childcare room as well as new staff. The YMCA recently renovated a racket ball court to convert it into a four-year old childcare room. The room can hold 20 – 25 children and is an extension of the Ann Wickman Childcare Center, which is operated by the YMCA. Dianna Williams, Ann Wickman Director, stated this move will open spots up at their main location, which currently has a waiting list of over 70 children. The YMCA is continuing to pursue other avenues and ways to continue addressing the childcare need in the area which, Williams noted, is a state-wide issue, not just local.

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The Ambassadors were also introduced to four new staff members who have joined the YMCA in recent months. Kelsey Smith-Walhovd is serving as an Administrative Consultant to Ann Wickman Childcare Center and Jack & Jill Preschool. Lynnae Grandin has been hired as the new Aquatics Director. Tom Williams has been hired to fill the Property Director position and Tina Olson works as the Member Services Coordinator and the Welcome Desk.

Nishna Valley Family YMCA is currently offering a membership special for the month of January. All month long, new members can join for just $1. The YMCA offers numerous fitness classes, personal training, adult and youth programs as well as an aquatics center great for all ages.

For more information about Nishna Valley Family YMCA, contact 712-243-3934 or visit www.nishnavalleyymca.com. Nishna Valley Family YMCA is located at 1100 Maple Street, Atlantic.