Week of Events
Monday, May 11, 2026
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May 11, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 11, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 11, 2026 -Poetry
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May 11, 2026 -Own Your Power
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May 11, 2026 -Channeling Your Tides
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May 11, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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May 11, 2026 -Purple Ribbon
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May 11, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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May 11, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 11, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 11, 2026 -Rainbow Warriors (LGBTQIA)
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May 11, 2026 -Rise Again Innovations Informational Session
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May 11, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 11, 2026 -Milieu
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May 11, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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May 11, 2026 -Meditation
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May 11, 2026 -Circle
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May 11, 2026 -Come As You Are
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May 11, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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May 11, 2026 -Intentional Journaling
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May 11, 2026 -Four Agreements
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May 11, 2026 -Meet the Employer
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May 11, 2026 -Movie Mondays
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.
Poetry
Explore your thoughts and feelings through poetry. This class will explore different styles and forms of poetry together.
Own Your Power
This class is a space to navigate our relationships and beliefs about ourself and bodies and a way to redefine navigating these in our life.
Channeling Your Tides
learn how to navigate difficult and strong emotions like anger, fear, and anxiety without shame or stigma. This class focuses on coping skills to help us understand our emotions and use their power in our wellness journeys.
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.
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.
Rainbow Warriors (LGBTQIA)
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 […]
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.
Recovery Circle
Recovery circles are a space to be deeply known for who we are and what we’re going through. A space to celebrate ourselves and our journeys.
Intentional Journaling
A class for exploring various life skills for intentional living from budgeting skills to motivation building to goal setting.
Four Agreements
using a deck of cards based on the 4 Agreements, spend this class time discussing these principles for living a life of happiness and freedom.
Meet the Employer
Traletta brings it. She gets employers who are hiring to review the jobs that are available. She Built This City (training provider for construction) or VoteRiders(community partner that focuses on assisting peers with securing identifying documents.
Movie Mondays
This is a time for our cafe community to enjoy different recovery media like movies and podcasts to inspire hope and different ideas of how we can navigate our recovery paths.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 12, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 12, 2026 -Wellness Planning
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May 12, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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May 12, 2026 -LGBTQIA+ Group
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May 12, 2026 -Intentional Living
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May 12, 2026 -Overcoming with Ashley
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May 12, 2026 -Vibrant Visions
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May 12, 2026 -Game On!
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May 12, 2026 -Men’s Group
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May 12, 2026 -Finding Your Superhero
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May 12, 2026 -Member Leaders Consultation
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May 12, 2026 -Cookout!
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May 12, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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May 12, 2026 -Meditation
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May 12, 2026 -Rhythm Reset
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May 12, 2026 -Cafe Meal
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May 12, 2026 -Roots of Recovery
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May 12, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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.
Wellness Planning
This is a space to explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness as well as ways to plan and navigate our wellness journeys. In this class we will discuss various types of wellness plans to find what strategies work best for us.
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 […]
LGBTQIA+ Group
It’s important to have safe spaces with people who share our identities. These support groups provide a space for people to discuss common themes and needs in identity-safe spaces.
Intentional Living
A class for exploring various life skills for intentional living from budgeting skills to motivation building to goal setting.
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 on a journey of overcoming adversity, embracing growth, and reclaiming personal power.
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.
Rhythm Reset
A musical connection group for people to connect with their emotions and each other by making and sharing music together.
Cafe Meal
An intentional meal held for the recovery cafe members and guests. Come join us for food and gathering together.
Roots of Recovery
A time to practice grounding and centering oneself in nature. This class is held in our courtyard where we practice different ways to connect and ground in the natural world.
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 13, 2026
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May 13, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 13, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 13, 2026 -Rising Sunshine
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May 13, 2026 -Coffee and Chat
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May 13, 2026 -Resiliency
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May 13, 2026 -The Comeback Class
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May 13, 2026 -Recovery 101
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May 13, 2026 -Healing from Within
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May 13, 2026 -Crafting with Sid
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May 13, 2026 -Robin’s Book Club
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May 13, 2026 -Peer Leader Council
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May 13, 2026 -Entering Another Dimension
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May 13, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 13, 2026 -Milieu
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May 13, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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May 13, 2026 -Meditation
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May 13, 2026 -Circle
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May 13, 2026 -Mindful Meditation
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May 13, 2026 -Expression Connection
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May 13, 2026 -Latte Hour
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May 13, 2026 -Latte Hour
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May 13, 2026 -Finding Yourself
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May 13, 2026 -Define Your Line
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May 13, 2026 -Core Communication
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May 13, 2026 -Acting For Recovery
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May 13, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 13, 2026 -Seize Your Power
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May 13, 2026 -Harm Reduction Supports
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.
Rising Sunshine
Come join us for some mindful movment and stretching with positive intent to start your day off right! Together we will do some gentle exercise, yoga, and other activities to get our bodies feeling energized for the day.
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.
Resiliency
This class is a space to discuss and learn skills to understand and build resiliency in our lives.
The Comeback Class
This class is a space to explore and support each other navigating our comeback from incarceration and justice involvement. Led by peers and their lived wisdom of navigating these systems, this class is a space to discuss the way these systems impact us and skills to navigate them together and make our comeback stories.
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.
Crafting with Sid
Explore new craft projects and skills with Sidney and Misti. Learn hands on skills and create things you can keep and use. Crochet, beading, and many more skills will be explored in this class.
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 spiritual—while offering simple, practical tools to build balance in everyday life.
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 […]
Latte Hour
Enjoy a custom latte made with care exactly to your order and spend time in community as recovery cafe members.
Latte Hour
Enjoy a custom latte made with care exactly to your order and spend time in community as recovery cafe members.
Finding Yourself
Wellness and recovery often come with the need to rediscover ourself or discover ourself for the first time. this class is a space to discuss and explore this process of self discovery through discussion and activities
Define Your Line
Boundaries are vital in maintaining healthy relationships with ourselves and others. This class is a space for us to discuss how to set and maintain boundaries to protect our time and build healthier relationships.
Core Communication
learn about how we communicate and different styles of communication and how we can use those in all aspects of our lives.
Acting For Recovery
Acting and improv aren’t just for comedy – its a skillset that allows us to grow in our sense of self and practice our ability to respond flexibly to various situations. Come grow your confidence and performing skills among peers
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.
Harm Reduction Supports
Harm Reduction paths to recovery can be lonely and face a lot of judgement. This is a supportive and non judgemental space to explore harm reduction and redefining safety our way.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 14, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 14, 2026 -Book Club
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May 14, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 14, 2026 -Women’s Group
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May 14, 2026 -Tiny Seeds Club
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May 14, 2026 -Rocks of Hope
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May 14, 2026 -Grief Group – Hive Room
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May 14, 2026 -Men’s Group
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May 14, 2026 -Women’s Group
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May 14, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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May 14, 2026 -Changing Perspectives
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May 14, 2026 -Milieu
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May 14, 2026 -Circle
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May 14, 2026 -CCP Testing
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May 14, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 14, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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May 14, 2026 -Step Forward
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May 14, 2026 -Coping Skills
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May 14, 2026 -Coping Skills
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May 14, 2026 -Tiny Seeds Club
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May 14, 2026 -Drum Circle
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May 14, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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May 14, 2026 -Meditation
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May 14, 2026 -Cafe Meal
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May 14, 2026 -Creative Writing
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May 14, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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May 14, 2026 -Open Mic Nights
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.
Book Club
Explore books and discuss the wisdom within in a group setting. Books will explore themes of spirituality, overcoming hardship, resilience, and different recovery paths
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.
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.
Rocks of Hope
A time to sit and paint rocks with messages or images of hope. It’s a time to create something beautiful to share with others and add to our garden of hope.
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 […]
Men’s Group
It’s important to have safe spaces with people who share our identities. These support groups provide a space for people to discuss common themes and needs in identity-safe spaces.
Women’s Group
It’s important to have safe spaces with people who share our identities. These support groups provide a space for people to discuss common themes and needs in identity-safe spaces.
Changing Perspectives
The way we look at the world and ourselves matters. This class focuses on providing an outlook on life from all different angles to see how different perspectives can change our feelings. Learn to recognize your strengths, challenge and shift negative self-talk, and celebrate your accomplishments.
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.
CCP Testing
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.
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.
Step Forward
Discussing the wisdom found inside the 12 steps while holding space for all beliefs and spiritualities.
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
Drum Circle
Spend time in community learning how to make music together from seasoned musicians to beginners.
Cafe Meal
An intentional meal held for the recovery cafe members and guests. Come join us for food and gathering together.
Creative Writing
a safe space for writers of all skill levels to begin exploring their creative capabilities. This class is designed for people to polish and grow their creative writing skills.
Recovery Circle
Recovery circles are a space to be deeply known for who we are and what we’re going through. A space to celebrate ourselves and our journeys.
Open Mic Nights
Express yourself on the mic - karaoke, spoken word, or songs you’ve written yourself.
Friday, May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 15, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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May 15, 2026 -Town Hall
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May 15, 2026 -Town Hall
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May 15, 2026 -The Art of Asking Why
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May 15, 2026 -Stitching Together
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May 15, 2026 -Keeping Your Power
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May 15, 2026 -Character Counts
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May 15, 2026 -Weekly Wins
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May 15, 2026 -Bus Stop Cleanup
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May 15, 2026 -Milieu
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May 15, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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May 15, 2026 -Meditation
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May 15, 2026 -Circle
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May 15, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 15, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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May 15, 2026 -Latte Hour
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May 15, 2026 -Latte Hour
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May 15, 2026 -Built Different
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May 15, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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May 15, 2026 -Rhythm Reset
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May 15, 2026 -Exploring the 12 Steps
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May 15, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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May 15, 2026 -New Member Orientation
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.
Town Hall
A space for the HUB community to come together and spend time discussing what’s working, what’s not working, and what changes the community would like to see and give feedback to team members in mutuality.
Town Hall
Town Hall is an open-forum discussion where we will discuss and receive feedback, ideas, and suggestions on what we do at PRN. We will have an agenda and go over topics that address the present and future of PRN's culture and direction.
The Art of Asking Why
A group for discussing and discovering personal purpose and moral direction in life by discussing philosophy and other ideas
Stitching Together
Stitching and sewing are practical skills as well as beautiful artistic mediums to explore. Come get crafty and spend time in thoughtful, intentional creative community 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.
Weekly Wins
This is a space for sharing and celebrating our successes of the week. It’s important to stop and celebrate all of our victories in community.
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.
Recovery Circle
Recovery circles are a space to be deeply known for who we are and what we’re going through. A space to celebrate ourselves and our journeys.
Latte Hour
Enjoy a custom latte made with care exactly to your order and spend time in community as recovery cafe members.
Latte Hour
Enjoy a custom latte made with care exactly to your order and spend time in community as recovery cafe members.
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.
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
Rhythm Reset
A musical connection group for people to connect with their emotions and each other by making and sharing music together.
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 […]
New Member Orientation
A time for new and prospective cafe members to learn about the recovery cafe and cafe membership.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
No events on this day.