Red Ribbon Week 2026

During Red Ribbon Week, the Arlington Coalition for Healthy and Resilient Youth worked with local Arlington schools to support youth in committing to a healthy, safe, drug-free lifestyle.

This year, the Coalition coordinated the Plant the Promise project with elementary, middle, and high schools in Arlington. This project brings together students, school staff, and community members to plant red tulips that promote drug and alcohol awareness. When they bloom in spring, the tulips serve as a living, visual reminder of our commitment to lead safe, healthy, and drug-free lives. Working together with students and Coalition members, 500 tulip bulbs were planted!

Want to learn more about Red Ribbon Week? Visit https://www.redribbon.org/ to learn more and find out how you can join this movement.  

Creamy Pumpkin Marinara Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1 box rotini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ yellow onion, diced
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• ½ can pumpkin puree
• ½ cup vegetable broth
• Fresh basil
• ¼ cup parmesan, shredded (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook rotini pasta according to instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Add oil to a large pot over medium heat and sauté onion until tender. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
3. Add pumpkin, tomato, broth, and seasonings. Bring to a boil and stir continuously for about 10 minutes.
4. In a large mixing bowl, toss pasta with sauce and divide into two servings.
5. Serve pasta with fresh grated cheese and garnish with basil.

This recipe is from the Blue Zones website. To view this recipe and others, click HERE.

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