WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
March 22, 2021
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Bristol Eliminating Substance Use Together (BEST) announces a new Drug Take Back location. A secure drug drop box has been installed at Beacon Prescriptions, located at 57 South Street in Bristol, for residents and community members to safely dispose of unused or unwanted medications.
Jenelle Howard, BEST Project Coordinator, explained “the intention behind the drop box is to provide another safe, easy, and convenient disposal of otherwise improperly disposed of medications. A drug take back box addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. Beacon Prescriptions is a perfect location because it is convenient for community members already utilizing the pharmacy.” BEST used state grant funding to support the project and purchased an 18-gallon Med Safe Drop Box for the new drug disposal location.
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JOIN US - RIBBON CUTTING:
Thursday, March 25 at 9 AM
Beacon Prescriptions (57 South St.)
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BEST is looking for Bristol residents to complete an anonymous Community Survey. Responses will help address underage drinking, drug use, and mental health in the local Bristol community.
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AQUATICS & RECREATION PROGRAMS |
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AQUA EGG HUNT
Join us on Saturday, April 3rd, from 6-8 PM, for a fun event where swimmers will hunt for neon colored eggs on the surface of the water. All eggs collected will be turned in for prizes at the end of the session. All participants must register ahead of time for a designated time slot. Cost is $5 per person.
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Flag Football is open to boys and girls in grades 3rd through 8th. With the use of flags, players will work on basic football skills in a safe and fun environment. Program meets in the Chippens Hill Middle School gymnasium on Fridays.
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BPRYCS is excited to offer two new Adult Co-ed Volleyball Leagues on Thursday evenings at Chippens Hill Middle School. With three beautiful courts and dividers, it is the best place to play in the area!
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For ages 7 to 15 - Turn your smartphone/iPad photos into works of art with creative apps! Join Photographer Andy Mars and learn how to use your smartphone camera to take high-quality photos and then edit them with some of the best photo apps.
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Join BEST at the Page Park Pavilion Wednesday, March 31st for a fun night full of Prizes at the Teen Night Egg Hunt. This program will be held in person and all participants will be expected to wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines.
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YOUTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAMS |
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The City of Bristol Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services (BPRYCS) is seeking nominations for the 2021 Youth Recognition Awards and 29th Annual Youth Service Recognition Day. Each year, Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu, BPRYCS, and the Bristol Youth Commission highlight and celebrate the young people who go above and beyond to serve the Bristol community.
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L.G.B.TEENS & QUEENS
L.G.B.Teens and Queens is a 13-week program designed to empower youth who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, non-binary, and/or ally of the community. The program runs from March 10th to
June 2nd and offers LGBTQ+ youth a friendly, safe environment with a wide variety of educational and social support.
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MAN UP
A confidential support group for young men to discuss issues, receive support, develop new skills and form positive relationships with peers, mentors, and family. Participants will develop an understanding of male socialization messages, as well as learn skills and techniques to manage stress and reduce reactive aggressive responses.
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BPRYCS Staff Participated in
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training
An All-Staff Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Training was held on Tuesday and Thursday of last week. A local presenter was vetted by the DEI committee. To round out the week, staff participated in the virtual TEDxCollege Virtual Conference: An Unequal Future with a variety of outstanding national speakers on Friday. |
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WE'RE HIRING!
The City of Bristol is now recruiting for the NEW ROLE of Arts & Culture Supervisor. The successful candidate will plan, organize, and coordinate a comprehensive year round arts and culture program (including: youth performing arts camps, art instruction, music instruction, comedy shows, and other enrichment services) in conjunction with the City’s Arts and Culture Commission. Applications will be accepted until March 29, 2021.
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American Rescue Plan Announcement
Superintendent Dr. Joshua Medeiros delivered remarks at the American Rescue Plan press conference on Saturday, March 13th alongside Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu and Congressman John Larson who championed for Bristol. The plan will bring $36 million dollars in federal funding to the City/BOE with a portion anticipated to be allocated to park improvements.
Dr. Medeiros spoke about the programs implemented over the last year, and looking ahead to what the funding could mean for education, economic recovery and other projects and programs that may be eligible for funding.
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Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
Main Office
City Hall - 2nd Floor
111 North Main Street
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