Van Wert YMCA

09/29/2026

Vendor friends, this is your sign

Galsgiving Market at the YMCA of Van Wert County
Saturday, November 21st | 10am-4pm
Open to the community (members + non-members)

If you're a stay-at-home vendor or local small business and you want to be part of our market, email [email protected] to reserve your table.

Shoppers: mark your calendar now and plan a Ladies Day Out.

09/25/2026

🎭 Meet One of the Faces Behind the Mystery…
One of the few characters who will walk among you at this year’s Spooquerade is ready to play their part… but will you uncover the truth?
🕵️ Mark your calendars — October 30th at the YMCA.
Come alone, come as a crew,
There’s a mystery waiting just for you.
Follow the clues, uncover the disguise,
But be careful… not everything is as it appears to your eyes. 👀
The Host will be waiting.
The question is… will you be ready to solve the mystery? 🎭🔎
October 30 • YMCA • Spooquerade
The Mystery of the Missing Mask

09/25/2026

This invitation is for detectives AND dancers.

Spooquerade: The Mystery of the Missing Mask
Friday, Oct 30 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Van Wert YMCA
$5 admission (concessions available)
3rd–8th grade

Bring a mask for the contest, then keep your eyes open. The clues will be scattered throughout the dance, and the missing mask belongs to someone in the room.

Come as a group to solve it together, or come solo and go for the prize.

another suspect steps into the spotlight soon…

09/22/2026

Ladies Day Out plans?

Galsgiving Market (Ladies Day Out)
Saturday, November 21st | 10am-4pm
YMCA of Van Wert County
Open to the community (members + non-members)

Come shop local vendors, enter for raffle baskets, and find those feel-good gifts.

Vendors: stay-at-home vendors + local makers, tables are available. Email [email protected] to save your spot.

09/21/2026

🌕🎃 Harvest Moon Festival Kids Zone is coming to Downtown Van Wert!
Bring the whole family downtown on Saturday, September 26 from 4–8 PM for an evening of fall fun at the Harvest Moon Festival!
The Kids Zone, proudly sponsored by the YMCA and Citizens National Bank, will feature:
• Mechanical bull rides — test your skills!
• Face painting
• Family-friendly activities and fun for all ages
And that’s not all—enjoy food trucks, market vendors, live music, a car show, and more throughout downtown.
Best of all: admission is free! We can’t wait to see you downtown for a memorable Harvest Moon Festival celebration. 🍂

09/18/2026

Clue check

A mask is missing, and it belongs to someone at the dance.

Spooquerade: The Mystery of the Missing Mask
Friday, Oct 30 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Van Wert YMCA
$5 admission (concessions available)
3rd-8th grade

Come ready to dance, then keep your eyes open for clues hidden throughout the night. Bring friends to compare notes or go solo and chase the prize.

Also: mask contest. Bring your best face.

09/14/2026

🎭 THE MYSTERY NEEDS YOU! 🕵️‍♀️👀

Kids, stop by the front desk and grab your very own undecorated mask for just $1! 🎭✨

Decorate it however you’d like and wear it to our Spooquerade Mystery Dance on October 30th!
Then help us solve the mystery… WHO STOLE THE MASK?! 🕵️‍♂️🎃

⚠️ Limited supply — first come, first served!
Will YOU help crack the case? 👀🎭

09/12/2026

09/10/2026

A dance with a twist...

At Spooquerade, you're not just showing up to dance. You're stepping into a mystery.

Friday, Oct 30 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Van Wert YMCA
$5 admission (concessions available)
3rd-8th grade are welcome

There will be clues hidden throughout the night. Follow them, compare notes with friends, and see if you can figure out who took the missing mask.

Mask contest too, so bring your best look.

Stay tuned to hear from another suspect...