Week of Events
Monday, July 27, 2026
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July 27, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 27, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 27, 2026 -Crafting
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July 27, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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July 27, 2026 -Purple Ribbon
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July 27, 2026 -Yoga
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July 27, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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July 27, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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July 27, 2026 -Member Leaders Consultation
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July 27, 2026 -Rainbow Warriors (LGBTQIA)
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July 27, 2026 -Mystery Activity
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July 27, 2026 -Milieu
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July 27, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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July 27, 2026 -Meditation
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July 27, 2026 -Circle
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July 27, 2026 -Come As You Are
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July 27, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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July 27, 2026 -Four Agreements
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July 27, 2026 -Budget Basics
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July 27, 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.
Crafting
Come explore new craft projects and skills with our team. Learn hands on skills and create things you can keep and use. Crochet, beading, button making, and many more skills will be explored in this class.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Budget Basics
Budgeting and money management are important skills for our financial wellness. During this class we’ll discuss different
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, July 28, 2026
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July 28, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 28, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 28, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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July 28, 2026 -Wellness Planning
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July 28, 2026 -Overcoming with Ashley
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July 28, 2026 -Vibrant Visions
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July 28, 2026 -Intentional Living
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July 28, 2026 -Game On!
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July 28, 2026 -Finding Your Superhero
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July 28, 2026 -Entering Another Dimension
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July 28, 2026 -Card Connection
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July 28, 2026 -Let’s Eat Together
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July 28, 2026 -Milieu
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July 28, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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July 28, 2026 -Meditation
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July 28, 2026 -Circle
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July 28, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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July 28, 2026 -Sharing Your Story
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July 28, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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July 28, 2026 -Sharing Our Story
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July 28, 2026 -Seize Your Power
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July 28, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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July 28, 2026 -Community Meal
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July 28, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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July 28, 2026 -Define Your Line
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July 28, 2026 -Neurospicy Unmasked
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 […]
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 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, […]
Intentional Living
A class for exploring various life skills for intentional living from budgeting skills to motivation building to goal setting.
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, […]
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.
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.
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.
Sharing Our 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 video with both HUBs.
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.
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 stigma-free and emphasizes self-empowerment.
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.
Neurospicy Unmasked
Honest conversation and peer connection focused on self acceptance, shared life experiences, and learning to live more authentically while navigating a neurotypical world. including games and fun activities.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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July 29, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 29, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 29, 2026 -Own Your Power
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July 29, 2026 -Connection & Reflection
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July 29, 2026 -Recovery 101
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July 29, 2026 -Healing from Within
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July 29, 2026 -Tech Literacy
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July 29, 2026 -Together We Stand
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July 29, 2026 -Crafting
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July 29, 2026 -Robin’s Book Club
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July 29, 2026 -Peer Leader Council
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July 29, 2026 -Mystery Activity
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July 29, 2026 -Milieu
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July 29, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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July 29, 2026 -Meditation
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July 29, 2026 -Circle
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July 29, 2026 -Mindful Meditation
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July 29, 2026 -Finding Yourself
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July 29, 2026 -Latte Hour
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July 29, 2026 -Creative Writing
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July 29, 2026 -Seize Your Power
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July 29, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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July 29, 2026 -Harm Reduction Supports: Packing Party
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.
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.
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.
Tech Literacy
Technology is everchaning and navigating the digital landscape is an extremely important part of employment today. This is a class for people to gain or relearn these skills in our computer lab. Capped at 5 people per week
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
Crafting
Come explore new craft projects and skills with our team. Learn hands on skills and create things you can keep and use. Crochet, beading, button making, 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.
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.
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.
Latte Hour
Enjoy a custom latte made with care exactly to your order and spend time in community as recovery cafe members.
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.
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: Packing Party
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, July 30, 2026
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July 30, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 30, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 30, 2026 -Book Club
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July 30, 2026 -Women’s Group
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July 30, 2026 -Men’s Group
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July 30, 2026 -Mystery Class
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July 30, 2026 -Improv
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July 30, 2026 -Grief Group
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July 30, 2026 -Learning Your Zodiac
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July 30, 2026 -Men’s Group
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July 30, 2026 -Let’s Eat Together
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July 30, 2026 -Rocks of Hope
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July 30, 2026 -Rudiments of Self
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July 30, 2026 -Milieu
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July 30, 2026 -Women’s Group
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July 30, 2026 -Changing Perspectives
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July 30, 2026 -Drumming with Peer Fenton
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July 30, 2026 -Circle
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July 30, 2026 -Coping Skills
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July 30, 2026 -Step Forward
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July 30, 2026 -Rainbow Allstars
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July 30, 2026 -Tiny Seeds Club
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July 30, 2026 -July Celebrations
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July 30, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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July 30, 2026 -Meditation
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July 30, 2026 -Community Meal
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July 30, 2026 -Together We Stand
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July 30, 2026 -Recovery Rediscovery
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July 30, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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July 30, 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
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.
Men’s Group
A time for men 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
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 gain 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.
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.
Rudiments of Self
This is a space for people to explore grounding and centering themselves on a spiritual and physical level.
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 […]
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
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!
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.
Step Forward
Discussing the wisdom found inside the 12 steps while holding space for all beliefs and spiritualities.
Rainbow Allstars
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
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
Community 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, this class is a space to discuss the way these systems impact us and skills to navigate them together and make our comeback
Recovery Rediscovery
Recovery Rediscovery is focused on building a positive perception and attitude all while improving our physical fitness, learning self defense technique and boxing exercises, meanwhile - tapping into a side of ourselves we might not have known was there! This is about Fun, Fitness, Focus and a Family style community where we grow together
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, July 31, 2026
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July 31, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 31, 2026 -HUB Closed
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July 31, 2026 -SUMMERWEEN
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July 31, 2026 -Keep Your Power
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July 31, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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July 31, 2026 -Stitching Together
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July 31, 2026 -The Art of Asking Why
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July 31, 2026 -Community Celebration
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July 31, 2026 -Recovery 101
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July 31, 2026 -Hope In Action
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July 31, 2026 -Bus Stop Cleanup
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July 31, 2026 -Milieu
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July 31, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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July 31, 2026 -Meditation
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July 31, 2026 -Circle
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July 31, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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July 31, 2026 -Latte Hour
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July 31, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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July 31, 2026 -Built Different
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July 31, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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July 31, 2026 -Rhythm Reset
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July 31, 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.
Keep 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.
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.
The Art of Asking Why
A group for discussing and discovering personal purpose and moral direction in life by discussing philosophy and other ideas
Community Celebration
This is a space for sharing and celebrating each other and our important milestones. A community space to celebrate birthdays, sobriety dates, and any other important milestones we may want to share and celebrate with our community.
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
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
Rhythm Reset
A musical connection group for people to connect with their emotions and each other by making and sharing music together.
New Member Orientation
A time for new and prospective cafe members to learn about the recovery cafe and cafe membership.
Saturday, August 1, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, August 2, 2026
No events on this day.