City of Keene Youth Services Department

11/09/2026

Please note that Youth Services will be closed this Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Veteran's Day. We will resume normal operations the following day, Thursday November 12.

11/04/2026

Last month, the Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA had one of their annual prescription takeback days! On each of these days, prescription drugs of all varieties are collected by local partners and safely disposed of. Here in NH, on October's takeback day, more than 10,000 pounds of medications were collected and safely disposed of. Here in Keene we are lucky enough to have 24/7/365 prescription takeback services! Our friends at Keene, NH Police Department have a drop box in their lobby, as well as across from the pharmacy counter at CVS. These boxes can be utilized by any member of the public. For more information on how to dispose of your medications, ensure their safety for box disposal, and find a disposal site near you, visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday .

𝗗𝗘𝗔’𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝟲𝟰𝟱,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗻𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲

“Twice a year communities across the country come together for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to help remove unused and unwanted medications from homes, reducing the risk of misuse, accidental poisonings, and overdoses. The collection of more than 645,000 pounds of medications this fall reflects the continued commitment of the public and our law enforcement partners to keep families safe," said DEA Administrator Terry Cole.

Read more:
https://www.dea.gov/press-releases/2026/11/03/deas-national-prescription-drug-take-back-day-safely-removes-more-645000

The United States Department of Justice
The White House

10/28/2026

This week, we celebrate substance use prevention education through Red Ribbon Week! RRW seeks to spread awareness about substance use education and prevention, as well as the dangers of substance use. We are so lucky to have amazing community partners who have spent this week spreading awareness and spreading the word on RRW. Check out the Monadnock Youth Coalition 's page to see all the great things they've been up to this week!

10/23/2026

Applications are still open! Please share with those who might be interested!

Are you passionate about working with young people and helping them overcome challenges, build positive relationships, and succeed in their communities? We are looking for a 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵
𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 to join our team and play an important role in supporting youth, families, and community partners.

Apply now to join the Keene’s Parks, Recreation and Youth Services Department! https://keenenh.gov/human-resources/current-job-opportunities/

City of Keene Keene Parks and Recreation

10/23/2026

Calling all teens! Join us and our friends at KPL tonight for a Traitors themed lock-in! Make sure you register ASAP, seats are limited and almost filled! Info and registration can be found at https://keenenh.libcal.com/event/16950180 . See you there! ⚔️

Teens and tweens are cordially invited to the ultimate game of social deduction and betrayal...THE TRAITORS: KPL edition😈🎃 There is sure to be lies, excitement, mystery, and pizza. Come as a character or as yourself-- costumes are encouraged for extra spooky fun! Join in by signing up online or in person and don't forget to get your permission slip signed!

10/21/2026

Last Friday, we had the pleasure of joining our friends from across the community for breakfast to support the Kids Collaborative at their annual impact breakfast! With delicious food, engaging speakers, and great company, what more could you ask for! As a division of Keene Parks and Recreation, we're honored to be a founding partner of the Kids Collab, and love helping make sure our community's youth have access to the activities that will set them up for success in adulthood!💚

10/20/2026

Join us on Nov. 17th for a Train-the-Trainer Event! We are partnering with Connor's Climb Foundation, MC2 Chartered Public School, and Monadnock Youth Coalition to learn more about different youth su***de prevention trainings we can offer to our community. We want you to join!

Scan the QR code below or click the link to register: https://connorsclimb.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/coos-county-volunteer-facilitator-training

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10/14/2026

Another day, another event when it's fall in Youth Services! A few weeks ago, YS joined the Monadnock Youth Coalition for their annual Youth Fest! We met community members, made bracelets, and handed out lots of goodies. Thank you to everyone who came out and made the day memorable!

10/09/2026

Please note that this Monday, October 12, Youth Services will be closed in observance of Indigenous People's Day. Regular operations will resume the following day, Tuesday October 12.

10/08/2026

It's been a busy few weeks here at Youth Services! With school back in session, we've been all around the County to attend open houses and put on our Teen Mock Bedroom event with our friends at the Monadnock Youth Coalition and Cheshire Medical Center 's Center for Population Health. Tonight, we will be holding one at Monadnock Regional Middle High School. For all of our friends who are huskies, make sure you come say hi!