Week of Events
Monday, September 28, 2026
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September 28, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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September 28, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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September 28, 2026 -Purple Ribbon
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September 28, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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September 28, 2026 -Entering Another Dimension
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September 28, 2026 -PRN Pride (LGBT)
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September 28, 2026 -Milieu
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September 28, 2026 -Bus Stop Clean-up
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September 28, 2026 -Circle
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September 28, 2026 -Come As You Are
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September 28, 2026 -Let’s Get Physical
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.
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.
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 spiritual—while offering simple, practical tools to build balance in everyday life.
PRN Pride (LGBT)
A time to come together and support each other, learn from each other, and grow together as individuals and as a group
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 […]
Bus Stop Clean-up
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.
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.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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September 29, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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September 29, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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September 29, 2026 -Overcoming Together
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September 29, 2026 -Vibrant Visions
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September 29, 2026 -Game On!
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September 29, 2026 -Exploring Community Resources
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September 29, 2026 -Milieu & Let’s Eat Together
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September 29, 2026 -Circle
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September 29, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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September 29, 2026 -Sharing Your Story
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September 29, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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September 29, 2026 -GED-i
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.
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 […]
Overcoming Together
Overcoming Together 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 on a journey of overcoming adversity, embracing growth, and reclaiming personal power.
Vibrant Visions
Vibrant Visions 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, […]
Milieu & Let’s Eat Together
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.
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.
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.
GED-i
Come explore an info session at the Hub where a team member will share her personal journey of working toward my GED. This session will offer encouragement, basic information, and the chance for peersto ask questions and get support as they take their first steps toward earning their GED.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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September 30, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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September 30, 2026 -Connection & Reflection
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September 30, 2026 -Recovery 101
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September 30, 2026 -Healing from Within
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September 30, 2026 -Robin’s Book Club
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September 30, 2026 -Hygiene and Self-Care
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September 30, 2026 -Milieu
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September 30, 2026 -Mindful Meditation
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September 30, 2026 -Circle
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September 30, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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September 30, 2026 -Physical Movements
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.
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.
Hygiene and Self-Care
Self-care is an important part of overall wellness and recovery. This class focuses on personal hygiene, daily wellness routines, stress management, and healthy lifestyle practices that promote confidence, independence, and well-being.
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 […]
Mindful 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.
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.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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October 1, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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October 1, 2026 -Connection & Reflection
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October 1, 2026 -Women’s Group
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October 1, 2026 -Men’s Group
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October 1, 2026 -Improv
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October 1, 2026 -Grief Group
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October 1, 2026 -Milieu
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October 1, 2026 -Let’s Eat Together
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October 1, 2026 -Circle
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.
Connection & Reflection
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 […]
Women’s Group
A time for women to come together and support each other through their recovery journeys.
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
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 […]
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.
Friday, October 2, 2026
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October 2, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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October 2, 2026 -Keep Your Power
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October 2, 2026 -Thriving with TBI
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October 2, 2026 -Recovery 101
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October 2, 2026 -Mystery Activity
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.
Keep Your Power
Come explore the good, bad, and ugly of our emotions and complete 10-hours towards a Peer Support Specialist Certification
Thriving with TBI
Living Well After Brain Injury. A traumatic brain injury can bring unique challenges, but it doesn’t define who you are. This class offers support, encouragement, and practical tools for navigating life with TBI. We’ll discuss memory tips, stress management, self-advocacy, healthy routines, and ways to build on your strengths so you can continue moving forward […]
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.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
No events on this day.