The Northshore YMCA is encouraging all kids and parents to attend a free community event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 28 — the YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day, which is the nation’s largest health day for families. This year’s theme is “Play, Learn, Connect.” The goal is to inspire three things in local kids and families: healthy lifestyles and physical activity year-round, a commitment to educational activities over the summer and closer connections in the community.

The Northshore Y will feature games and activities for all ages, healthy snacks, facility tours and pool time. There are no joining fees for family membership all weekend, and the first 100 kids at receive free T-shirts.

“Healthy Kids Day opens families to all the activities the Y has to offer to keep them moving during our rainy, blustery seasons and to decrease learning loss during the summer. We strive to keep kids and families physically and intellectually active throughout the year,” said Luann Jackman, executive director for the Northshore YMCA.

For more information, visit http://www.ymcanorthshore.org.