The Charlestown YMCA – a leading nonprofit that strengthens community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility – is celebrating Mother’s Day with an online contest, where one lucky mom will win the “Relax and Renew” package. The package features a two month Y family membership, $100 Visa gift card, three free personal training sessions and a nutritional consultation.

They Y is asking people to share why they love their favorite mom by visiting ymcaboston.org May 1 through May 21 and submitting a story using the online form. The top five stories will be chosen and posted on the YMCA of Greater Boston Facebook page on May 23. People can then “like” their favorite story from May 23-May 30 on the YMCA of Greater Boston Facebook page. The story with the most “likes” wins.

Additionally, the Charlestown YMCA opening its doors to the community May 12 and 13 so families can come in and try the Y for free.

For more information, and to register, please visit ymcaboston.org or call 617.286.1220

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The Charlestown is proud to be part of the YMCA of Greater Boston, the largest provider of social services in the Commonwealth. Serving Charlestown and the surrounding communities, the Charlestown YMCA welcomes men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors.