Remember Our Loved Ones

A Memorial Poster Project to Remember Loved Ones Lost to Opioids or Alcohol.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 5-8 PM

Prairie Island / Tinta Wita Pow Wow Grounds, Welch MN

Please join us in remembering ALL people who have been lost to opioids or alcohol, people of every race, culture, or class. We want to break the stigma and share that the loved ones we have lost are real people.

This memorial is a place to share our stories and to connect with each other. By coming together we will send the message that this is a real health crisis that demands action.

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Remember our Loved Ones

First displayed at a memorial at the Minnesota State Capitol, 2023

Join us Thursday, September 10, 2026, 5-8 PM
Prairie Island / Tinta Wita Pow Wow Grounds, Welch MN


We will hear from people in recovery, personal stories, youth poetry, and music.
Healing ceremony with Indigenous Peoples Task Force
Meal provided

Event flyer

Sponsored by RIPple Drug Education & Awareness in partnership with
Prairie Island Indian Community - Sobriety Feast and
Indigenous Peoples Task Force

Photo gallery of 2023 event photos by John Kaul.

This poster project continues to travel around Minnesota.

This poster project continues to travel around Minnesota.

PROGRAM

The Program will include

Opening Ceremony

Remarks from Lt, Peggy Flanagan and Representaive Dave Baker

Parent advocates Michele Hein and Jason Pernu

Youth sharing their message

Recovery stories

Box lunch

Opportunities to share your story with those around you

Prayer