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10/31/2025

As we wrap up Prevention Month, we would like to take a moment to reflect on our Hoops for Homeless basketball tournament! 🏀

It was truly inspiring to witness the New Britain community unite in support of youth homelessness, while students showcased their basketball talents to fundraise for initiatives that address homelessness among children and families in New Britain.

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, players, and volunteers for making this event a remarkable success!

Sponsors:
Axim Creative, Capitol Lunch, The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, Central Connecticut State University, CSA, J Timothy's Taverne, Martin Rosol's, Inc., Mayor's Trophy Fund (Erin Stewart), Peter Towey, The Petit Family Foundation, The Platform for Support (Jason Gibson), Tomasso, Vale CO-OP, New Britain-Berlin YMCA

10/29/2025

Our final PSA for Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month focuses on underage drinking prevention. As we enter the holiday season, let's keep our youth safe by preventing underage drinking.

Visit www.nbyouthprevention.com/alcohol for alcohol prevention resources.

10/28/2025

It's Red Ribbon Week, an annual drug, alcohol, and to***co prevention initiative! The theme for 2025 is “Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free,” highlighting how healthy, drug-free choices help build a meaningful life, one piece at a time.

This year, we celebrated Red Ribbon Week over the course of three events at Pulaski, DiLoreto, and Slade middle schools. Students enjoyed bounce houses, music, games, and candy as they signed petitions to BEE drug free!

Red Ribbon Week is also a kickoff for afterschool events led by our very own youth leaders!

SAMHSA
The Red Ribbon Campaign

10/27/2025

This week's Bee Positivity poster features Olivia.

Olivia's message emphasizes that you shouldn't be too tough on yourself because your best is enough!

Visit www.nbyouthprevention.com/beepositive for prevention resources.

SAMHSA

10/24/2025

🎙️ Episode 23 is out now, and it's all about music!

💬 The group shares their music taste, reflects on how music impacts their daily lives, and explores substance use messaging in popular songs.

🎬 This clip highlights an important message about the influence of songs that promote substance use!

🎧 Tune in at www.nbyouthprevention.com/podcast!

10/24/2025

10/22/2025

💡 In honor of Substance Use and Misuse Prevention Month and Lights On Afterschool, we want to shine a light on the vital role that afterschool programs play in youth prevention efforts! Lights On Afterschool is a nationwide celebration of afterschool programs and their positive effects on students, families, and communities.

🍎 Afterschool programs offer safe and enjoyable spaces for students to develop skills, explore interests, and build friendships. Afterschool activities can improve a student's overall health and help prevent risky behaviors, such as substance use.

🎨 Reminder: American Savings Foundation is hosting a Lights On Afterschool Poster Contest, with a deadline of October 23, 2025.
Show your support for your favorite afterschool program!

SAMHSA

10/21/2025

It's Year 3 of BEE Responsible! In efforts to encourage healthy decision-making in our youth and teens, we have started our curriculum training with our NBPD officers. 🐝

Four new officers have been trained to facilitate our educational programming here in New Britain! Our BEE Responsible officers will soon be visiting 5th grade classrooms across the city. 📝

The BEE Responsible Program offers valuable information and engaging group activities for New Britain students, aimed at supporting positive mental health and encouraging youth prevention.

Thank you to our New Britain Police Department for continuing their work with us to make a brighter and better New Britain Community.

10/20/2025

Alex is featured on this week's Bee Positivity poster!

His message focuses on the importance of leading by example and being someone others can look up to. Becoming a positive role model uplifts both yourself and those around you.

Visit www.nbyouthprevention.com/beepositive for prevention resources.

10/20/2025

Thank you to the Mayor's Trophy Charitable Fund for sponsoring the Hoops for Homeless basketball fundraiser tournament!

The Mayor's Trophy Charitable Fund was proud to donate $2,000 towards the New Britain Recreation and Community Services Department's Hoops for Homeless event happening this weekend! All proceeds from this annual 3v3 basketball fundraiser go towards supporting initiatives that address homelessness among children and families right here in . 💛🐝

10/19/2025

Only a few days left until the Ability Resource and Job Fair! Come explore exciting opportunities for individuals with disabilities!

Dress up and stop by the Ability Resource and Job Fair to:
💬 Meet local employers
💬 Practice interview skills
💬 Network with community partners

Event Details:
🗓️ October 24, 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📌 New Britain City Hall, Room 504

10/19/2025

Dozens of youth basketball teams played in a round-robin style tournament that benefited homeless youths and their families in New Britain. “This is something that I think everyone can get behind,” said Hoops for Homeless co-founder Jacob Werblow. “Supporting children who do not have permanent...