PAWS: Prevention and Wellness Starkville

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PAWS: Prevention and Wellness Starkville

PAWS is a coalition of researchers, teachers, clinicians, administrators, and youth based in Starkvi

01/09/2026

PAWS is wrapping up our Emotional Literacy series Vibe Check with a movie night you don’t want to miss!

Join us at the Starkville Public Library as we watch Inside Out and explore all the feels together 🧠💙❤️💛💚

🗓️ When: Movie starts at 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Starkville Public Library
🍿 Perks: Refreshments provided
👥 Who: Teens

Come chill, snack, and vibe with us as we close out the series in the best way possible—Pixar-style 🎥✨

12/10/2025

❤️💚 Tell us in the comments what you want for Christmas! 🎄🌟

09/12/2025

✨Vibe Check✨ kicks off at the Starkville Public Library on Monday, Sept. 15 at 4:30pm!
Join PAWS for a teen series all about emotions, self-expression, and finding your vibe. 💭🎶📚
Ages 12–18 are welcome—come hang out, learn, and connect!

👉 Don’t miss Session 1 titled "Whats the Vibe?" this Monday!

08/21/2025

✨ Did you know PAWS is open to everyone? ✨
We’d love for you to join us in building a healthier, stronger Starkville! 💙

📩 Email Bobbie Jo at bjs397@msstate.edu
to join the coalition and stay connected.
🗓️ Our next meeting is coming up in September—don’t miss it!

07/29/2025

Come get lit… for wellness! 🕯️😌✨

Snacks? ✅
Candles? ✅
New friends? ✅
Vibes to kick off the semester? ✅

Join CORA (Combatting Overdoses in Rural Areas), the National Pan-Hellenic Council, & Student Activities for Lit for Wellness — the coziest way to start your semester!

📅 Tues, Aug 19
🕛 12–2 PM
📍 Union 325

Let’s make candles & good memories. 💛

07/22/2025

We had an absolute blast at Family Field Day as we slipped, slid, and sprinted into a sober school year! 🎉💧 From games and prizes to snow cones and new friendships — the fun never stopped! 💙✨

A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing community partners who made this day unforgettable. Special shoutout to for the facility, the bounce houses, and your constant love for our community! 🙌💛

We can’t wait to make more memories and share more smiles this school year. Stay tuned — the fun (and wellness) is just getting started! 🌟

07/14/2025

🎉 THIS SATURDAY! 🎉
Come Slip n Slide into a Sober School Year at our PAWS Family Field Day on July 19 from 2–6 PM at the Sportsplex!

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of:
🎯 Fun games
🏃‍♂️ Epic relay races
🎁 Awesome prizes
🤩 Special guests
💦 And of course… the slip n slide!

Let’s celebrate summer, community, and healthy choices—see you there! 🌞

07/02/2025

🌞💦 Slip n Slide into a Sober School Year with PAWS! 💦🌞
Join us for Family Field Day on Saturday, July 19th from 2–6 PM — a FREE event for families and friends of all ages!

🎯 2–4 PM: Games & Activities
🏃‍♂️ 4–5 PM: Team Relay Races
🎁 5–6 PM: Prize Drawings Galore!

Enjoy games, bounce houses, food trucks, prizes, and of course, the ultimate SLIP N SLIDE! 🛝🍧
Let’s make memories, have fun, and start the school year strong — the sober way.

📍Starkville Sportsplex
🕑 Save the date & tag your crew — it’s going to be a blast! 💥

06/24/2025

🍍 Be a pineapple: stand tall, wear your crown, and make healthy choices this summer.
You don’t need substances to feel good — fresh vibes, real friends, and clear minds always win. 💛

✨ Stay sweet. Stay strong. Stay substance-free.
💬 Tag someone who's keeping it fresh this summer!

06/09/2025

🎉 Mark your calendars! 🎉
Join us for FIELD DAY on Saturday, July 19 at the Starkville Sportsplex for an afternoon of fun, connection, and community! 💦

💥 Slip-n-Slide into a Sober School Year 💥
🕑 2–6 PM | 🏅 Challenges at 4 PM | 🎁 Prize Drawings at 5 PM
🍔 Food trucks • 🏃‍♀️ Game booths • 🎟️ Tickets & prizes
🏰 Bounce houses • 🎨 Face painting • 🎉 Group competitions

👟 Family vs. Family & Business vs. Business
Challenge each other to WIN awesome prizes!

Want to host a game or volunteer? Scan the QR code on the flyer or DM us to get involved!

📍 405 Lynn Ln, Starkville, MS
📞 Contact: bjs397@msstate.edu | 662-325-2539

Let’s make memories, build community, and kick off the school year strong! 💪👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

05/02/2025

🎉 Family Field Day is coming! 🐾
Theme: Slip N Slide into a Sober School Year!
📅 Date: July 19 | 🕛 Time: 12 PM – 6 PM
📍 Location: Starkville Sportsplex

We’re planning an unforgettable day of fun, connection, and community—bounce houses, food trucks, Touch a Truck, horses, a giant slip n slide, and more! 💦🚒🐴

But we can’t do it without YOU! 💪
We’re looking for awesome volunteers to: ✅ Host a game booth (egg & spoon race, sack race, your own fun idea!)
✅ Run a hydration station
✅ Help at the first aid tent

This event is all about bringing families together and promoting a substance-free start to the school year—and your help makes it happen! 🧡

📩 Want to volunteer? Comment below, DM us, or email Bobbie Jo Bensaid at bjs397@msstate.edu to sign up!
Let’s make this a day to remember for Oktibbeha County! 🙌

Address

Starkville, MS
39759-39760

Website

http://pawstarkville.com/

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