Week of Events
Monday, June 1, 2026
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June 1, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 1, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 1, 2026 -Poetry
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June 1, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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June 1, 2026 -Purple Ribbon
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June 1, 2026 -Yoga
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June 1, 2026 -Channeling Your Tides
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June 1, 2026 -CCP Info Session
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June 1, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 1, 2026 -Rainbow Warriors (LGBTQIA+)
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June 1, 2026 -Member Leaders Consultation
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June 1, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 1, 2026 -HUB Closed
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June 1, 2026 -Milieu
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June 1, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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June 1, 2026 -Meditation
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June 1, 2026 -CIRCLE
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June 1, 2026 -Come As You Are
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June 1, 2026 -A New Way of Life
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June 1, 2026 -Let’s Get Physical
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June 1, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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June 1, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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June 1, 2026 -Resume Workshop
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June 1, 2026 -Four Agreements
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June 8, 2026 -Four Agreements
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June 1, 2026 -Meet Me at the Movies
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June 1, 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 […]
Poetry
Explore your thoughts and feelings through poetry. This class will explore different styles and forms of poetry 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. […]
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 […]
Yoga
Yoga is a gentle, mindful way to get in touch with our bodies and release long-held tension. Come join us for yoga to explore how mindful movements and breathing can be a part of your wellness journey!
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.
CCP Info Session
Carolinas CARE Partnership Class Description 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 […]
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 […]
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Resume Workshop
Looking for a new or better job? Looking to finetune your resume and interview skills? Come workshop your resume with us!
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.
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 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.
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 […]
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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June 2, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 2, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 2, 2026 -MEDICAID EXPANSION
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June 2, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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June 2, 2026 -Wellness Planning
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June 2, 2026 -Overcoming with Ashley
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June 2, 2026 -Vibrant Visions
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June 2, 2026 -Rainbow All-Stars
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June 2, 2026 -Intentional Living
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June 2, 2026 -Entering Another Dimension
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June 2, 2026 -Finding Your Superhero
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June 2, 2026 -Game On!
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June 2, 2026 -HUB Closed
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June 2, 2026 -Milieu
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June 2, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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June 2, 2026 -Meditation
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June 2, 2026 -CIRCLE
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June 2, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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June 2, 2026 -Sharing Your Story
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June 2, 2026 -Roots of Recovery
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June 2, 2026 -Sharing Your Story
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June 2, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 2, 2026 -Let’s Eat Together
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June 2, 2026 -Community Meal
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June 2, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 2, 2026 -Define Your Line
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Rainbow All-Stars
A safe, inclusive space for members of the LGBT+ community and allies to come together in community and solidarity to discuss topics around their identity and community.
Intentional Living
A class for exploring various life skills for intentional living from budgeting skills to motivation building to goal setting.
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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.
Sharing Your Story
This is a hybrid class held between Raleigh and Charlotte HUBs to celebrate the recovery stories of PRN’s community. Each week a recovery story will be shared and celebrated over […]
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.
Let’s Eat Together
An intentional meal held for the recovery cafe members and guests. Come join us for food and gathering together
Community Meal
An intentional meal held for the recovery cafe members and guests. Come join us for food and gathering together.
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 […]
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 […]
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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June 3, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 3, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 3, 2026 -Rising Sunshine
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June 3, 2026 -Book Club
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June 3, 2026 -Connection & Reflection
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June 3, 2026 -Recovery 101
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June 3, 2026 -Healing From Within
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June 3, 2026 -Resiliency
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June 3, 2026 -Together We Stand
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June 3, 2026 -Robin’s Book Club
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June 3, 2026 -Peer Leader Council
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June 3, 2026 -Crafting with Sid
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June 3, 2026 -HUB Closed
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June 3, 2026 -Milieu
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June 3, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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June 3, 2026 -Meditation
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June 3, 2026 -CIRCLE
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June 3, 2026 -Mindful Meditation
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June 3, 2026 -Expression Connection
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June 3, 2026 -Finding Yourself
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June 3, 2026 -Latte Hour
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June 3, 2026 -Core Communication
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June 3, 2026 -Acting For Recovery
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June 3, 2026 -Seize Your Power
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June 3, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 3, 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 […]
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.
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
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 […]
Resiliency
This class is a space to discuss and learn skills to understand and build resiliency in our lives.
Together We Stand
This class is a space to explore and support each other navigating our comback 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
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
Latte Hour
Enjoy a custom latte made with care exactly to your order and spend time in community as recovery cafe members.
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 […]
Seize Your Power
Come explore the good, bad, and ugly of our emotions and complete 10-hours towards a Peer Support Specialist Certification
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.
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 […]
Thursday, June 4, 2026
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June 4, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 4, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 4, 2026 -Women’s Group
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June 4, 2026 -Men’s Group
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June 4, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 4, 2026 -Improv
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June 4, 2026 -Grief Group – Hive Room
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June 4, 2026 -Rocks of Hope
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June 4, 2026 -HUB Closed
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June 4, 2026 -Men’s Group
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June 4, 2026 -Women’s Group
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June 4, 2026 -Milieu
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June 4, 2026 -Changing Perspectives
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June 4, 2026 -CIRCLE
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June 4, 2026 -Coping Skills
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June 4, 2026 -Step Forward
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June 4, 2026 -Tiny Seeds Club
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June 4, 2026 -Let’s Eat Together
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June 4, 2026 -Drumming with Peer Fenton
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June 4, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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June 4, 2026 -Meditation
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June 4, 2026 -Cafe Meal
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June 4, 2026 -Together We Stand
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June 4, 2026 -Creative Writing
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June 4, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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June 4, 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 […]
Women’s Group
A time for women to come together and support each other through their recovery journeys.
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.
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 […]
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. […]
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.
Women’s Group
A time for women to come together and support each other through their recovery journeys.
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.
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.
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.
Step Forward
Discussing the wisdom found inside the 12 steps while holding space for all beliefs and spiritualities.
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
Let’s Eat Together
An intentional meal held for the recovery cafe members and guests. Come join us for food and gathering together.
Drumming with Peer Fenton
Spend time in community learning how to make music together from seasoned musicians to beginners. Come discover the rhythm inside you!
Cafe Meal
An intentional meal held for the recovery cafe members and guests. Come join us for food and gathering together.
Together We Stand
This class is a space to explore and support each other navigating our comback from incarceration and justice involvement. Led by peers and their lived wisdom of navigating these systems, […]
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, June 5, 2026
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June 5, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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June 5, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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June 5, 2026 -Keeping Your Power
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June 5, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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June 5, 2026 -Stitching Together
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June 5, 2026 -Recovery 101
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June 5, 2026 -Inside Out Poetry
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June 5, 2026 -Hope In Action
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June 5, 2026 -Weekly Wins
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June 5, 2026 -The Art of Asking Why
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June 5, 2026 -Bus Stop Clean-up
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June 5, 2026 -Milieu
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June 5, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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June 5, 2026 -Meditation
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June 5, 2026 -CIRCLE
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June 5, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 5, 2026 -Latte Hour
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June 5, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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June 5, 2026 -Built Different
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June 5, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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June 5, 2026 -Rhythm Reset
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June 5, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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June 5, 2026 -New Member Orientation
Keeping Your Power
Come explore the good, bad, and ugly of our emotions and complete 10-hours towards a Peer Support Specialist Certification
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.
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 […]
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.
The Art of Asking Why
A group for discussing and discovering personal purpose and moral direction in life by discussing philosophy and other ideas
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.
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.
Latte Hour
Enjoy a custom latte made with care exactly to your order and spend time in community as recovery cafe members.
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.
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 […]
Rhythm Reset
A musical connection group for people to connect with their emotions and each other by making and sharing music 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 […]
New Member Orientation
A time for new and prospective cafe members to learn about the recovery cafe and cafe membership.
Saturday, June 6, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
No events on this day.