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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
Nov 12, 2008

Twin Cities Community Gathers to Discuss Race
YWCA’s Sixth Annual “It’s Time to Talk” to help foster cross-cultural understanding

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Press Release
Oct 17, 2008

Community coalitions ramp up Get out the Vote efforts
Historic election fuels volunteers at YWCA of Minneapolis

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Press Release
Aug 19, 2008

Ultraviolet Pool Conversion at YWCA Healthier for Swimmers
Fewer chloramines improve water and air quality at Uptown location

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Media Advisory
Aug 4, 2008

Five Hundred Women and Girls to Converge for New Triathlon
YWCA Women’s Triathlon attracts many first-time triathletes

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Press Release
Apr 23, 2008

Twin Cities Girls Benefit from Nationally Recognized Programs
YWCA of Minneapolis offers Girls Inc.® programs, secures Macy’s sponsorship

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
Apr 21, 2008

Downtown Rooftop Golf Practice Begins
Golfers take their game to new heights at the YWCA of Minneapolis

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Press Release
Mar. 3, 2008

YWCA of Minneapolis launches new Women's Triathlon

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
Feb. 16, 2008

Urban girls explore jobs in the trades at YWCA 8th Annual Power Girls
Day-long workshop breaks down stereotypes, exposes girls to nontraditional jobs

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Media Advisory
Feb. 8, 2008

Youth Artists paint Black History Mural on Display at Soul on Ice Exhibit
YWCA youth included in largest MN art exhibit on black culture

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Media Advisory
Feb. 1, 2008

YWCA of Minneapolis fitness leaders recognized for Breaking Barriers
Women's Wellness Community Coaches and Strong, Fast, Fit Program - Latino Families Coordinator honored

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Media Advisory
Jan. 11, 2008

Cold Weather March to Raise Awareness about Early Childhood Education in Minnesota
YWCA children, teachers and advocates to march down Nicollet to make their voices heard

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Press Release
Oct 15, 2007

YWCA Downtown Children's Center Earns National NAEYC Accreditation
Among First in Country to Complete More Rigorous Accreditation Process

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