Monthly Cultural Almanac: October 2019
October 14 – Since 1971, Columbus Day has been celebrated on the second Monday in October in the United States. It is generally observed by
Spirit Trainees Attend Royal Hawaiian Luau
Kailei had a great time visiting with hospitality trainees Yusuke and Yoshi, and she enjoyed hearing about their experience in the U.S. so far. It was
2019 Chicago Intern Outing
The Cubs were hoping to inch their way closer to a playoff spot, but unfortunately it didn’t work out as the Cardinals beat the Cubs
YMCA Snow Mountain Ranch Exchange Night
Exchange Night gives participants the opportunity to showcase their country, their history, and their culture. All American and J-1 staff are invited to attend, as
Monthly Cultural Almanac: September 2019
September 8 – Even Grandma and Grandpa have a special day! National Grandparents Day is a secular holiday celebrated in the United States since 1978
“International Fair 2019, YMCA of the Rockies”
Hello, I am Saina from Mongolia. I am an intern/trainee for one year in a hospitality program here at the YMCA of the Rockies. I
Our 2019 Summer Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner
The 2019 Summer Photo Contest marks our 4th annual photo contest for participants on the Summer Work and Travel program, as well as the Intern
Week 4, Post 3: Final Day in Ecuador
Leaving my first family in Cotacachi wasn’t enough pain for the last week. I also had to see and then leave (again) my family in
Cultural Activities in Washington
Pike Place Food Bank and Seattle Underground Tour On the first day of my trip, I met participants at their housing at the nearby Quality