Brown County Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program

09/24/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who came out to our Shine The Light event. There was an overwhelming amount of love, support and compassion as we spent the day remembering, honoring and fostering a space where it is okay to not be okay and to ask for help.

THANK YOU to all of our wonderful volunteers, vendors, band and community providers who assisted in making the day a special occasional.

Continue to Shine The Light for mental health and su***de prevention 💛🌻

If you have pictures or stories from the event you would like to share, feel free to tag us or add them to the comment section. We would love to see the day through your perspective!

09/20/2026

The sun is shining! Come down to German Park and enjoy some live music, share memories of those we’ve lost and show your support for those who are here💛🌻

We’ll be at German Park until 3 PM. Come join us!

09/17/2026

Stop by the New Ulm Country Club to try their drink of the week, the Lemon Berry Mule💛

Drink of the week! 💛
Come out and try our Lemon Berry Mule! Every drink sold we will donate $1 to the Brown County Yellow Ribbon Su***de Prevention Program.

09/15/2026

09/15/2026

Come join us for an afternoon filled with hope, connection, music and community as we come together to raise awareness for mental health and su***de prevention.

🎶 Live music by Tanner Stark
🚶‍♀️ Walk of Hope
🌮 Food Trucks -Legacy BBQ•Antonio's On the Go•Munchies Ice Cream Truck
🎨 Rock Painting
🌻 Build your own flower bouquet - Peep & Petal
🫱🏼‍🫲🏽 Community resources
💛 Remembering those we’ve lost
🫶🏽 Supporting those who have survived
✨ Spreading hope

📅 Sunday, September 20th
⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 German Park — New Ulm, MN

Bring your friends, family, and anyone who could use a little extra hope, connection and sunshine. 🌻✨

Let’s shine the light together. We can make a difference, one life at a time.

09/15/2026

Brown County Yellow Ribbon is excited to partner with the WELLness Collective and sponsor this month’s FREE class!

Join us this Friday for a chance to get out, have some fun, connect with others, and try something new

Don’t miss out! Grab a friend and come see what the WELLness Collective has to offer. 💛

Looking for something fun to do with the kiddos and a little time to unwind yourself? We’ve got you covered! 🙌

Join us Friday, September 18th at The New Ulm Wellness Collective for a night of music, mindfulness & fun! 🎶🧘‍♀️

Come for the kids. Stay for the wellness. Leave feeling a little more grounded. 💛🍂

📍 The New Ulm Wellness Collective
15 S Minnesota St.

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09/12/2026

Come join in on the fun and cheer our team on to victory! Turner Hall tomorrow (9/12) starting at 10:00am

Our annual Dodgeball Tourney is tomorrow! Rib'n, our fall rib event is happening in the park tomorrow too! Watch the competition while eating some great food! Dodgeball starts at 10am!

09/08/2026

Today is September 8th, also known as 988 Day💛

What does 988 mean to you?

It's ! 💜

This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," reminds us that you don't have to be in crisis to reach out to the 988 Lifeline. Whatever you're facing, support is available.

Today, share what 988 means to you - whether it's reaching out for support, checking in on someone you care about, finding someone to talk to, or simply knowing that help is available when you need it.

Share your reason and help remind others that there's no wrong time to reach out to 988.

09/04/2026

When was the last time you laughed?😂

Humor can be a powerful tool for supporting mental well-being. While it’s not a substitute for professional treatment it can complement other healthy coping strategies.

Some of the main mental health benefits include:

• Reduces stress: Laughing can lower the body’s stress response by decreasing stress hormones like cortisol and helping muscles relax.

• Boosts mood: Humor can stimulate the release of endorphins, the body’s natural “feel-good” chemicals, leading to a temporary lift in mood.

• Builds resilience: Finding something funny in a difficult situation can make challenges feel more manageable and help people recover from setbacks.

• Eases anxiety: A funny moment can interrupt cycles of worry or rumination, giving your mind a break from anxious thoughts.

• Strengthens social connections: Sharing laughter with others fosters trust, closeness, and a sense of belonging, all of which are important for mental health.

• Improves perspective: Humor can help people view problems from a different angle, making them seem less overwhelming and encouraging creative problem-solving.

• Promotes relaxation: A good laugh often leaves you feeling physically and mentally more relaxed afterward.

• Encourages optimism: Maintaining a sense of humor can help people focus on positive experiences and maintain hope during difficult times.

09/01/2026

While you’re enjoying a beautiful walk downtown New Ulm, be sure to stop by the Chamber of Commerce and check out our special window display in honor of Su***de Prevention Month.

✨ Learn more about our upcoming Shine the Light Su***de Awareness & Prevention Event
👕 Check out our new shirt design
🌻 See our yard signs and messages of hope
💛 Learn how you can help spread awareness and support our community

Together, we can shine a light on mental health, encourage conversations and remind those around us that they are not alone and they matter.

One conversation. One connection. One life at a time.