Split apart and apply. Split apart and apply. Flashes of blue stickers cover the alcoholic beverages in the Lopez Village market, catching the eyes of passersby.

On June 30, youth belonging to the Lopez School D.R.E.A.M Team, a local chapter of S.A.D.D., and the Youth Ambassadors participated in what is called sticker shock. Colorful stickers were placed on containers of alcoholic beverages to remind buyers that it is illegal to provide people under the age of 21 and may result in a fine of up to $5,000. The Lopez Island Prevention Coalition support the Lopez School D.R.E.A.M Team and Youth Ambassadors increase the awareness of destructive decisions in the world and promote smart and healthy choices.

This will be the second year in a row that these youth have participated in this event. Sticker shock is part of a statewide campaign known as Let’s Draw the Line. Local youth leaders are participating in this event and invite community members to draw the line between youth and alcohol. Community and school youth have planned to increase awareness by sponsoring activities and events.

For more information on how you can support youth in their prevention work, Please contact Della McCullough, adult advisor at 468-3770.