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Family Friendly & Substance Free Events
Rochester's National Night Out Planning Team
Thursday May 3, 2012 11 - Noon 2nd Floor Rochester Police Department
Rochester Night Out is a evening of family fun and community awareness. The evening features entertainment from many of the community's talents youth as well as resources for parents, youth and families. We also showcase our finest first responders. Join the planning team and be a part of making Night Out the best night out of the year.
Teen Night
Saturday May 5, 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.
Coalition Meeting
Tuesday May 15, 2012 11 - 1 PM Frisbie Memorial Hospital - Conference Center
What is Rochester doing to promote a healthier drug free community for our youth and their families? Come to our monthly coalition workgroup and find out.
What are Rochester youth saying??
Wednesday May 16, 2012 6:00 - 7:30 PM Rochester Community Center
A panel of experts including youth will be sharing the realities of what is happening with Rochester youth around alcohol and drug use, bullying, mental wellness and relationships. The 2011 Youth Risk Behavior Survey data will be shared to show what is happening with Rochester youth.
Board of Director's Meeting
Wednesday May 23, 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.
