Week of Events
Monday, May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 4, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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May 4, 2026 -Purple Ribbon
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May 4, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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May 4, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 4, 2026 -Rational Recovery
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May 4, 2026 -CCP Informational Session
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May 4, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 4, 2026 -Milieu
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May 4, 2026 -Circle
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May 4, 2026 -Come As You Are
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May 4, 2026 -A New Way of Life
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May 4, 2026 -Let’s Get PHYSICAL
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May 4, 2026 -Meet Me at the Movies
Morning Meditation
Start your day with intention and calm. Our 15-minute Morning Meditation session offers a peaceful space to center yourself, reduce stress, and cultivate mindfulness. Led by Staff and Peers, we set the tone for the Hub, together.
Seeking Safety
This is a 10-week structured course that can count toward CPSS certification or recertification. It is based on support specifically for veterans who are experiencing difficulties around addiction and PTSD. We have found that some of the chapter topics are conducive to our journeys through recovery.
Purple Ribbon
A safe and supportive space for survivors and those impacted by domestic violence. The Purple Ribbon Club provides a judgment-free environment to share experiences, gain strength, and find healing among those who understand.
Seeking Safety
This is a 10-week structured course that can count toward CPSS certification or recertification. It is based on support specifically for veterans who are experiencing difficulties around addiction and PTSD. We have found that some of the chapter topics are conducive to our journeys through recovery.
Rational Recovery
Rational Recovery (RR) is a self-help program for substance use recovery that is an alternative to 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). It is based on cognitive-behavioral principles and rejects the idea of addiction as a disease, instead emphasizing personal responsibility and self-reliance.
CCP Informational Session
Learn about free health testing offered by Carolinas CARE Partnership in Charlotte, including HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI screenings, along with wraparound support services such as care coordination, prevention education, and connections to housing and wellness resources. Join us to get tested, ask questions, and access comprehensive, affirming care.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 5, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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May 5, 2026 -Overcoming with Ashley
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May 5, 2026 -Vibrant Visions
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May 5, 2026 -Men’s Group
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May 5, 2026 -Finding Your Superhero
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May 5, 2026 -Member Leaders Consultation
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May 5, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 5, 2026 -Milieu
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May 5, 2026 -Circle
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May 5, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 5, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 5, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 5, 2026 -Sharing Your Story
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May 5, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 5, 2026 -Let’s Eat Together!
Morning Meditation
Start your day with intention and calm. Our 15-minute Morning Meditation session offers a peaceful space to center yourself, reduce stress, and cultivate mindfulness. Led by Staff and Peers, we […]
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 […]
Overcoming with Ashley
Overcoming with Ashley is a healing centered recovery class that offers a safe space to explore life’s challenges and build resilience. Through open dialogue,reflection and peer supprot, Ashley guides participants […]
Vibrant Visions
Vibrant Vision is a creative recovery class that uses art and self-expression to help participants explore their strengths, goals, and personal growth. Through hands-on activities like drawing, vision boards, and creative reflection, members build personal skills while discovering new ways to express their recovery journey. The class encourages creativity as a tool for healing, confidence, […]
Finding Your Superhero
This class helps students discover their inner superhero strengths for protecting their mental health. Learn powerful skills like resilience, emotional awareness, and positive thinking. The lessons encourage kindness, empathy, and supporting others like a true hero. Activities show that everyone has unique powers to overcome challenges and manage stress. By the end, students feel empowered, […]
Member Leaders Consultation
This is a closed weekly training session for Circle member leaders in the ongoing process of leading and supporting Café members in their Circle.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 6, 2026 -Medicaid Expansion
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May 6, 2026 -Coffee and Chat
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May 6, 2026 -Recovery 101
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May 6, 2026 -Healing from Within
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May 6, 2026 -1st National Bank
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May 6, 2026 -Robin’s Book Club
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May 6, 2026 -Peer Leader Council
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May 6, 2026 -Entering Another Dimension
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May 6, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 6, 2026 -Milieu
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May 6, 2026 -Circle
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May 6, 2026 -Mindful Meditation
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May 6, 2026 -Expression Connection
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May 6, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 6, 2026 -Seize Your Power
Morning Meditation
Start your day with intention and calm. Our 15-minute Morning Meditation session offers a peaceful space to center yourself, reduce stress, and cultivate mindfulness. Led by Staff and Peers, we […]
Coffee and Chat
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.
Recovery 101
Your journey, your recovery, your growth. Recovery 101 is a foundational group designed to explore the essentials of healing from substance use and mental health challenges.
Healing from Within
Healing From Within is a peer-led, trauma-informed wellness class designed to support individuals on their recovery journey through self-reflection, emotional awareness, and personal empowerment. This class creates a safe, supportive space where participants can explore healing practices that promote inner peace, resilience, and self-growth.
Robin’s Book Club
Join us in reading and discussing “The Secret” by Rhonda Byrne. Engage in a thoughtful conversation about how this book can be applied to our daily recovery.
Peer Leader Council
The Peer Leader Council is a supportive leadership space for committed individuals who want to contribute to the safe, consistent, and respectful nature of the recovery hub. This council is grounded in trauma informed values and empowerment.
Entering Another Dimension
In this group, participants explore different areas of life that impact overall health and recovery. Each session focuses on one or more dimensions—emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 7, 2026 -Women’s Group
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May 7, 2026 -Roof Above
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May 7, 2026 -Tiny Seeds Club
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May 7, 2026 -Improv
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May 7, 2026 -Grief Group – Hive Room
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May 7, 2026 -Job Strategy Search
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May 7, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 7, 2026 -Milieu
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May 7, 2026 -Circle
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May 7, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 7, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 7, 2026 -Coping Skills
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May 7, 2026 -Coping Skills
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May 7, 2026 -Tiny Seeds Club
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May 7, 2026 -New Member Introduction
Morning Meditation
Start your day with intention and calm. Our 15-minute Morning Meditation session offers a peaceful space to center yourself, reduce stress, and cultivate mindfulness. Led by Staff and Peers, we set the tone for the Hub, together.
Women’s Group
A time for women to come together and support each other, learn from each other, and grow together as individuals and as a group.
Improv
Improv class teaches participants how to create scenes, dialogue, and characters spontaneously without a script. The class focuses on creativity, quick thinking, listening skills, and collaboration through games, role-playing, and group exercises
Grief Group – Hive Room
To provide a safe, supportive space for individuals experiencing grief, while honoring the impact of trauma, loss, and nervous system responses. The group focuses on regulation, meaning making and connection. Grief from loss is a common experience in recovery. Come learn how we are not alone and possible assistance in finding some personal skills that […]
Job Strategy Search
The STAR Method for Mock Interviewing provides structure for storytelling and keeps answers focused and relevant. Participants will demonstrate skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and determination. Polish your interviewing skills and get that job.
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.
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.
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.
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 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 8, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 8, 2026 -Keeping Your Power
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May 8, 2026 -Character Counts
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May 8, 2026 -Recovery 101
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May 8, 2026 -Anchor of Hope
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May 8, 2026 -Inside Out Poetry
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May 8, 2026 -Bus Stop Cleanup
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May 8, 2026 -Milieu
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May 8, 2026 -Circle
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May 8, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 8, 2026 -Built Different
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May 8, 2026 -Exploring the 12 Steps
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May 8, 2026 -Mustard Seed
Morning Meditation
Start your day with intention and calm. Our 15-minute Morning Meditation session offers a peaceful space to center yourself, reduce stress, and cultivate mindfulness. Led by Staff and Peers, we set the tone for the Hub, together.
Keeping 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.
Character Counts
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.
Recovery 101
Your journey, your recovery, your growth. Recovery 101 is a foundational group designed to explore the essentials of healing from substance use and mental health challenges.
Inside Out Poetry
Peer-led class grounded in lived experience and mutuality, where we focus on bringing what is on the inside… out. This means creating a safe, supportive space where individuals can take the thoughts, emotions, and experiences they carry within and express them through honest, creative writing. Through poetry, reflection, and shared connection, participants are encouraged to […]
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 9, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, May 10, 2026
No events on this day.