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Top 5 Reasons Teens Choose Not to Drink
As part of Red Ribbon Week (October 21-25, 2013) — a nationally-observed week during which schools and communities help raise awareness about the dangers of drugs and alcohol among youth — MADD and State Farm are highlighting the finding that most teens are making smart decisions about alcohol. According to the September 2013 survey of …
Halloween Bash! Volunteers needed.
What: Halloween Fun Fest Where: Helena Family YMCA 1200 North Last Chance When: Sunday, October 27th 1 pm-4 pm Watch our commercial here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktpGOkRe55c Click here to see the flyer: HALLOWEEN_POSTERpdf Volunteers needed for 1 hour slots or more. See below for volunteer needs and/or call or email …
National Make a Difference Day
Volunteer with the Montana Conservation Corps for National Make A Difference Day The Montana Conservation Corps is once again setting up a chance for you to work alongside your fellow residents of the Helena community for 2013’s National Make A Difference Day. This day is all about gathering people together around the world, …
It’s Red Ribbon Week! What are some drugs of choice?
Each week we will highlight a different drug. This week is PURPLE DRANK. This is a beverage made by mixing soda, candy and codeine with promethazine (prescription cough syrup). They have powerful affects on the mind and body. Rappers and hip-hop artists have helped to popularize this dangerous mix by promoting it in their music …
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Early Release Options
Need a place for your kids to go on early release days that is safe and fun? Check this out: Early Release December 18
Energy Drinks Not Good for Kids
Caffeine energy drinks ‘intensify heart contractions’ Energy drinks packed with caffeine can change the way the heart beats, researchers warn. The team from the University of Bonn in Germany imaged the hearts of 17 people an hour after they had an energy drink. The study showed contractions were more forceful after the drink. The team …
It’s Time for Ice Skating!
HAVE FUN AT MEMORIAL PARK ICE RINK The Memorial Park ice rink and warming house is scheduled to open December 20, 2013 – February 18, 2014. The warming house is open daily from 12 P.M. – 8 P.M. during winter break but closed Christmas day and has a shortened schedule on Christmas Eve. Weekend hours …