Week of Events
Monday, May 18, 2026
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May 18, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 18, 2026 -Milieu
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May 18, 2026 -Circle
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May 18, 2026 -Come As You Are
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May 18, 2026 -Let’s Get PHYSICAL
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May 18, 2026 -Meet Me at the Movies
Milieu
In the afternoon, we have Milieu which provides a safe, structured setting designed to support growth, safety, and positive interaction. During the Milieu we have the meditation, shout outs for exciting news and recognition of peers and staff, recovery word for the day. This is a positive way to transition to Café activities, attitudes and […]
Circle
These Circles are at the core of the Recovery Café. Those who may not have ever been known can find opportunities to listen and be heard. These weekly groups can create familiarity with other Circle members and can allow for trust and love to be experienced again, or for the first time.
Come As You Are
A moral support group where people can expect to come into a safe space and show up just as they are, connect with like-minded people, and lean on each other for encouragement, resources, and hope.
Let’s Get PHYSICAL
Let’s Get Physical is a wellness class that helps you stay active and supports your health during your recovery. It includes simple movement, stretching, and light activites to boost both your body and mood. You will learn how staying active can reduce stress, improve how you feel, and help build routines.
Meet Me at the Movies
Using movies for mental health recovery involves watching and discussing films to explore emotions, coping skills, and personal growth. Movies can help individuals relate to characters, reflect on their own experiences, and gain new perspectives on challenges such as grief, trauma, addiction, or relationships.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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May 19, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 19, 2026 -Milieu
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May 19, 2026 -Circle
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May 19, 2026 -Sharing Your Story
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May 19, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 19, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 19, 2026 -Let’s Eat Together!
Milieu
In the afternoon, we have Milieu which provides a safe, structured setting designed to support growth, safety, and positive interaction. During the Milieu we have the meditation, shout outs for exciting news and recognition of peers and staff, recovery word for the day. This is a positive way to transition to Café activities, attitudes and […]
Circle
These Circles are at the core of the Recovery Café. Those who may not have ever been known can find opportunities to listen and be heard. These weekly groups can create familiarity with other Circle members and can allow for trust and love to be experienced again, or for the first time.
Sharing Your Story
Come together to hear the journey that led us to recovery. Staff and peers share the hardships and miracles that lead to a transition to a new and exciting way of life. Come listen to learn what made us who we are and how we got there.
Coffee Hour
Have an espresso or latte flavored with French vanilla, caramel, chocolate and a variety of other flavored experiences. Fancy coffee is part of the Café, and you are invited to put your order in.
SMART Recovery
Unlearn and overcome unwanted behaviors and mindsets with SMART Recovery. SMART Recovery is an evidence-informed approach to overcoming unwanted thoughts, urges, and behaviors and leading a balanced life. SMART is stigma-free and emphasizes self-empowerment.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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May 20, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 20, 2026 -Milieu
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May 20, 2026 -Circle
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May 20, 2026 -Mindful Meditation
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May 20, 2026 -Expression Connection
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May 20, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 20, 2026 -Seize Your Power
Milieu
In the afternoon, we have Milieu which provides a safe, structured setting designed to support growth, safety, and positive interaction. During the Milieu we have the meditation, shout outs for exciting news and recognition of peers and staff, recovery word for the day. This is a positive way to transition to Café activities, attitudes and […]
Circle
These Circles are at the core of the Recovery Café. Those who may not have ever been known can find opportunities to listen and be heard. These weekly groups can create familiarity with other Circle members and can allow for trust and love to be experienced again, or for the first time.
Expression Connection
The goal of this class is to create the foundation for a safe, healing, and supportive atmosphere where peers can be vulnerable and feel comfortable sharing, creating, connecting, and expressing themselves through different modes of self- expression in every class (creative writing, art therapy, open mic, movement, etc.) The objective of this class is to […]
SMART Recovery
Unlearn and overcome unwanted behaviors and mindsets with SMART Recovery. SMART Recovery is an evidence-informed approach to overcoming unwanted thoughts, urges, and behaviors and leading a balanced life. SMART is stigma-free and emphasizes self-empowerment.
Seize Your Power
Come explore the good, bad, and ugly of our emotions. We have power and we explore ways to use our voice, our responses and our attitudes to hold on to that power. Complete this 10-hour course that counts towards Peer Support Specialist Certification.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
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May 21, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 21, 2026 -Milieu
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May 21, 2026 -Circle
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May 21, 2026 -Watercolor Workshop
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May 21, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 21, 2026 -jUStice Together
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May 21, 2026 -Coping Skills
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May 21, 2026 -Tiny Seeds Club
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May 21, 2026 -New Member Introduction
Milieu
In the afternoon, we have Milieu which provides a safe, structured setting designed to support growth, safety, and positive interaction. During the Milieu we have the meditation, shout outs for exciting news and recognition of peers and staff, recovery word for the day. This is a positive way to transition to Café activities, attitudes and […]
Circle
These Circles are at the core of the Recovery Café. Those who may not have ever been known can find opportunities to listen and be heard. These weekly groups can create familiarity with other Circle members and can allow for trust and love to be experienced again, or for the first time.
Coffee Hour
Have an espresso or latte flavored with French vanilla, caramel, chocolate and a variety of other flavored experiences. Fancy coffee is part of the Café, and you are invited to put your order in.
jUStice Together
This is a 7-week structured workshop that highlights the pillars of character. Trust, personal responsibility, caring and citizenship are some of the topics that foster strong community relationships and promote individualism.
Coping Skills
You got ‘em, let’s use ‘em. This class identifies ways to calmly respond to day-to-day hardships with grace and ease. Learning to cope with difficulties is a crucial part of recovery. Let’s explore what we use now and other potential skills.
Tiny Seeds Club
Tiny Seeds Club is about growing relationships while planting seeds. We will learn how to make and design gardens within PRN. Come and enjoy the journey of learning and growing together
New Member Introduction
This is a structured welcome and orientation to the Café community for new members and those recommitting to the program. Everyone should attend this presentation prior to taking part in the activities, groups or programing. This initial information gives a potential new member an opportunity for reflection on whether Café membership is right for them. […]
Friday, May 22, 2026
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May 22, 2026 -Bus Stop Cleanup
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May 22, 2026 -Milieu
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May 22, 2026 -Circle
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May 22, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 22, 2026 -Built Different
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May 22, 2026 -Exploring the 12 Steps
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May 22, 2026 -Mustard Seed
Bus Stop Cleanup
One of the guiding principles of The Recovery Café is service through giving back to our communities. Members have taken the opportunity to maintain a healthy and clean bus stop that has been designated as a responsibility of the PRN Cafe. That’s what the official Mecklenburg County sign states. What a privilege.
Milieu
In the afternoon, we have Milieu which provides a safe, structured setting designed to support growth, safety, and positive interaction. During the Milieu we have the meditation, shout outs for exciting news and recognition of peers and staff, recovery word for the day. This is a positive way to transition to Café activities, attitudes and […]
Circle
These Circles are at the core of the Recovery Café. Those who may not have ever been known can find opportunities to listen and be heard. These weekly groups can create familiarity with other Circle members and can allow for trust and love to be experienced again, or for the first time.
SMART Recovery
Unlearn and overcome unwanted behaviors and mindsets with SMART Recovery. SMART Recovery is an evidence-informed approach to overcoming unwanted thoughts, urges, and behaviors and leading a balanced life. SMART is stigma-free and emphasizes self-empowerment.
Built Different
Using movies for mental health recovery involves watching and discussing films to explore emotions, coping skills, and personal growth. Movies can help individuals relate to characters, reflect on their own experiences, and gain new perspectives on challenges such as grief, trauma, addiction, or relationships.
Exploring the 12 Steps
Walk through the 12 steps from a Trauma informed perspective. Bringing you a perspective where the 12 steps are inclusive for everyone in their own personal recovery journey. These timetested steps can orchestrate change in anyone's lives.
Mustard Seed
Come Join the Mustard seed class and expand on your Spiritual journey. Dive into the Life Recovery bible and the 12 steps as it coincides with Faith, spirituality and personal recovery. Grow with us in mind, body, and spirit through interactive worksheets and open discussions. If you have faith in the size of a Mustard […]
Saturday, May 23, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
No events on this day.