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Family Friendly & Substance Free Events
Annual Awards & Dessert Reception
Tuesday January 31, 2012 6:30 - 8 PM Location: Roberge Center - Downtown Rochester
Join us as we honor youth and community leaders who have done a tremendous job in helping to reduce underage alcohol and drug use and make Rochester a healthier community. We will also be celebrating the success of 2011 for Bridging the Gaps and looking forward to 2012. Please RSVP by Monday January 30th to Jennie at 603.330.7160.
Teen Night
Saturday February 4, 2012 6 - 9 PM Rochester Community Center
Looking for something to do on a Saturday night? Rochester Teen Nights are just the thing. Teen Nights are an outlet for safe, substance free fun for youth ages 12 - 17. The evenings will be filled with gym use, recreational activities, hands on creative opportunities and more. It’s really up to you. There is no cost for attending and all are welcome.
YRBS Community Response Planning Forum
Tuesday February 21, 2012 11-2:30 PM Frisbie Memorial Hospital - Conference Center
The coalition is partnering with the Rochester School District to look at recent trends and data of our communities youth and talk about how we can use this information to improve Rochester. Invitations will be sent to invited guests. If you would like to be considered to participate please contact Jennie at 603.330.7160.
Board of Director's Meeting
Wednesday February 22, 2012 2-4 PM Location: City Hall Chambers - Conference Room
Open to anyone who wants to take a leadership roll in the coalition. The BOD provides guidance around budget, policies and the overall direction of the coalition. If you are interested in serving on the board please contact Jennie at 603.330.7160.
In the News
Wednesday December 14, 2011
A record number of teens turned out for this month's Teen Night event organized by Bridging the Gaps Coalition, the city's Recreation Department, and the Rochester Police Department, with a total of 175 youths participating in the evening's activities.
Human Red Ribbon
Wednesday October 26, 2011
Just before school let out Tuesday afternoon, more than 400 Spaulding High School students stood side-by-side on the football field to create a giant human formation of a red ribbon in honor of Red Ribbon Week.
Three
area businesses helping students stay drug and alcohol free
Wednesday October 26, 2011
Three local businesses are working to help local youths stay drug and alcohol free this week, teaming up with Bridging the Gaps Coalition, a drug prevention organization in the city, and Spaulding High School in honor of Red Ribbon Week.
