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Faribault Action Team to Meet August 12th
Wednesday, August 4th, 2010
60% of high school aged students in Faribault report that they use alcohol. This is an alarming fact that should be a call to action for our community. On August 12th, the Faribault Community Action Team will host a meeting to discuss ways we can address this problem. For more information, please view the following flyer and press release:
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Parents Give Mixed Messages to Teens On Drinking Alcohol
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010
New Study Examines How Parents’ Actions and Behaviors May Inadvertently Encourage Teenage Drinking, Caron Treatment Centers
PHILADELPHIA, PA (July 6, 2010) — Despite the good intentions of many parents to address substance abuse with their children – new research shows that their behavior may unintentionally contribute to teenage alcohol abuse.
Two parallel surveys were conducted examining attitudes and behaviors around these topics from both parents’ and teens’ perspectives. The polls were conducted by Harris Interactive and commissioned by Caron Treatment Centers, a world renowned non-profit addiction treatment center offering alcohol and drug rehab in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Texas.
See the full press release at: http://www.caron.org/parents-give-mixed-messages-to-teens-on-drinking-alcohol.html
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Above the Influence – Teen Competition
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
The Above the Influence website has launched a new competition for youth around the US. Visit the website link below and enter what influences you in Rice County; good, bad, or otherwise. If enough local youth participate, national Above the Influence folks will make a special trip to our community. It only takes a minute. Check it out and let your voice be heard!
http://www.abovetheinfluence.com/HeatMap/
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SPOTS Dessert Theatre
Friday, May 7th, 2010
Help support SPOTS, a Faribault High School student-run traveling improvisational drama group!
SPOTS Fundraiser Dessert Theatre
Saturday, May 15, 2010
7 p.m.
Noyse Hall (MSAD Campus)
Adults: $6
Students: $4
Unlimited Desserts and Silent Auction!
SPOTS, Students Performing On Tough Situations, is a student-run drama troupe of the Faribault High School. Every year, SPOTS members independently develop original, issue-based scenes about topics relevant to youth today. SPOTS leaders perform and process these original scenes with youth of all ages. During the 2009-2010 school year, SPOTS was invited to perform in over 50 classrooms! SPOTS performs for all audiences at no charge. SPOTS program costs are raised through community support. All proceeds support our travel expenses, supplies, and annual training with Cornerstone Productions.For more information, contact Martha at 333-6160. Click HERE for poster.
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Limited Part-Time Position Available
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
Contract Work Opportunity:
The Rice County Chemical Health Coalition is looking for assistance with some projects under the Drug Free Communities Support program for work to occur between May 15 and September 28th, 2010. Interested persons are invited to submit a letter of interest and a resume, including references, to Kathy Sandberg via email to ksandberg@ricecountychc.com. Questions about the work tasks may also be directed to Kathy at that email address.
Work tasks may include but are not limited to the following:
· Graphic design assistance with print materials, social media, and website
· Development of effective marketing and communication strategies for Coalition efforts
· Development of a video series in cooperation with the local cable access channel focused on substance abuse prevention
· Conduct focus groups with area youth to expand knowledge of access to alcohol and other drugs
Position closes May 14, 2010
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Town Hall Meetings on Underage Drinking
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
Both Faribault and Northfield will host Town Hall Meetings focused on underage drinking. Panel discussions will explore how our community can respond to the issue and what adults can do to support young people in making healthy choices. Click on the information below for details.
Wednesday, April 14th
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Lion’s Pause, Buntrock Commons, St. Olaf College
Monday, April 19th
7:00 p.m.
Faribault High School, Performing Arts Center
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Medical Marijuana Resources
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
For more information about legalizing marijuana for medicinal puposes, please view the following websites and resources:
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
Elks Program Med Marijuana (PDF)
Office of National Drug Control Policy
American College of Pediatricians
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FUNDS NOW AVAILABLE for School-Based Prevention Efforts
Friday, February 12th, 2010
Through the Rice County Family Services Collaborative and Northfield Healthy Community Initiative, any Rice County school may apply for funding to support prevention efforts. $10,000 in funding is available. Deadline to apply is February 24, 2010. Please download the following PDF for more information.
School Curriculum RFP Reminder
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FUNDS NOW AVAILABLE for School-Based Prevention Efforts
Friday, February 12th, 2010
Through the Rice County Family Services Collaborative and Northfield Healthy Community Initiative, any Rice County school may apply for funding to support prevention efforts. $10,000 in funding is available. Deadline to apply is February 24, 2010. Please download the following PDF for more information.
School Curriculum RFP Reminder
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Faribault Celebrates 100% Passed Alcohol Compliance Checks
Friday, February 12th, 2010
On Tuesday, February 9th Faribault Police Chief Dan Collins and Mayor John Jasinski celebrated all Faribault alcohol license holders for successfully passing the last round of compliance checks. Conducted in the fall of 2009, police visited 31 businesses with an underage person who attempted to purchase alcohol. All the checked businesses successfully passed by refusing to make the sale . Representatives from local businesses were recognized by city leaders on Tuesday for their diligence in properly checking identification and efforts to keep alcohol out of the hands of Faribault’s young people. Click HERE for a full story by the Faribault Daily News.
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