Navy Office of Community Outreach presents
#NAVYWEEK at the Y!
Oct. 27 to 31
Navy Week began in 2005, with the primary focus of educating Americans about their Navy and providing an opportunity to interact with Navy service members. With most of the Navy's personnel and equipment concentrated on America's coasts, the Navy Office of Community Outreach (NAVCO) oversees a number of community outreach programs designed to bring America's Navy to cities with a low Naval presence—such as Eugene! With more than 300 Navy Weeks held in 95 different U.S. cities, Navy Week is designed to show kids and families how their Navy is serving the country and the community.
Events at the Y
| Event | Who | Date | Time | How to attend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USS Constitution | Current enrolled YMCA preschoolers | Monday, Oct. 27 | 10:30 to 11 a.m. | N/A |
| Monday Make and Take: Navy Pumpkin Carving + 3D printing | Middle & high school | Monday, Oct. 27 | 4 to 5:30 p.m. | Register |
| Ninja Navy Workout | Current enrolled YMCA preschoolers | Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 10:30 to 11 a.m. | N/A |
| Pizza with a Sailor | High school | Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drop-in! No registration required. |
| Swim with a Sailor | Current enrolled YMCA preschoolers | Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. | N/A |
| MS/HS Navy Workout | Middle & high school | Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drop-in! No registration required. |
| Coffee with a Sailor | All ages | Thursday, Oct. 30 | 8:30 to 10 a.m. | Drop-in! No registration required. |
| Navy Band performance at the Halloween Block Party | All ages | Friday, Oct. 31 | 6 to 8 p.m. | No registration required. |
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USS Constitution
Enrolled preschoolers will meet real-life sailors dressed in authentic 1813 uniforms from the oldest commissioned warship still afloat! Kids will enjoy hands-on rope-tying demos, explore fascinating historical artifacts, and hear exciting tales from the high seas—all brought to life by our friendly crew. Navy Week sailors enjoy visiting schools and youth programs, sharing their love of history and mentoring young learners through fun, interactive experiences.
Date: Monday, Oct. 27
Times: 10 to 10:45 a.m. (Friends Classroom) | 11 to 11:30 a.m. (Rainbow Classroom)
Who: Current enrolled YMCA preschoolers
Monday Make and Takes - US Navy Takeover Pumpkin Carving
Middle and High schoolers are invited to join Navy sailors for a hands-on experience in 3D printing model ships! In addition to 3D printing, we'll also have pumpkin carving! This special Make and Take blends creativity and seasonal fun
Date: Monday, Oct. 27
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Who: Middle and High schoolers
Ninja Navy Workout
The Navy is taking over NinjaZone, on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. Open to enrolled Y preschoolers, Navy Week sailors will help your kiddos navigate through "treacherous waters," and get them moving in an organized, yet playful structure. Sailors will help them to learn and understand what it means to follow instruction, and of course, get them moving!
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 28
Time: 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Who: Rainbow Room Preschoolers
Pizza with a Sailor
High schoolers, come hungry and curious! Join us for an afternoon of free pizza and real conversations with U.S. Navy sailors on Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Corner Hut! Whether you're here for the food or the fun, this weekly hangout is the place to be.
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 28
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Who: High schoolers
Swim with a Sailor
Calling all little swimmers! Dive into a morning of splashy fun with a U.S. Navy sailors! Join us for water play, giggles, and waves of excitement as enrolled preschoolers get to swim, explore and interact with Navy sailors — all in a safe and joyful environment. It's a morning of maritime magic you won't want to miss!
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 29
Time: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Who: Rainbow Room Preschoolers
Middle and HS Navy Workout + Pick-Up Basketball
Ready to train like a sailor? Jump into an action-packed afternoon of training alongside U.S. Navy sailors! Middle and high schoolers can rotate through high-energy circuit stations, each led by a Navy sailor. Half of the gym will be used for circuit stations, including push ups, sit ups, vertical jumps and pull-ups. The other half of the gym will feature pick-up basketball with Navy sailors! No registration required, just drop-in, gear up and get moving. Challenge yourself, meet inspiring mentors and get ready to sweat!
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 29
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Who: Middle and High Schoolers
Coffee with a Sailor
Start your morning with a warm cup and even warmer conversation. Drop by on Thursday, Oct. 30, for coffee, tea or hot chocolate and a chance to chat with Navy sailors. Hear their stories, ask your questions, and enjoy a relazed, come-and-go gathering that's all about connection, curiosity and community.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 30
Time: 8:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Who: Open to everyone!
Halloween Trunk or Treat - Navy Band Performance!
Navy Week joins the Y for a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat Block Party! On Friday, Oct. 31, sailors from Eugene Navy Week are rolling in with a decked-out, candy-filled vehicle with plenty of treats to share. But that's not all — a Navy 5-piece woodwind quintent will be putting on a show-stopping performance. You won't want to miss it!
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: Block Party from 6 to 8 p.m. | Navy Band performance time TBD
Who: Open to everyone! Families must accompany their children.
