Week of Events
Monday, August 24, 2026
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August 24, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 24, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 24, 2026 -Yoga
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August 24, 2026 -Seeking Safety
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August 24, 2026 -Define Your Line
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August 24, 2026 -Purple Ribbon
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August 24, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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August 24, 2026 -Member Leaders Consultation
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August 24, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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August 24, 2026 -Milieu
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August 24, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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August 24, 2026 -Meditation
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August 24, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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August 24, 2026 -Circle
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August 24, 2026 -Come As You Are
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August 24, 2026 -Sacred Journeys w/ Raynique
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August 24, 2026 -Four Agreements
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August 24, 2026 -Medicaid Changes Info Session
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August 24, 2026 -New Member Introduction
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!
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.
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.
Purple Ribbon
A safe and supportive space for survivors and those impacted by domestic violence. The Purple Ribbon Club provides a judgment-free environment to share experiences, gain strength, and find healing among those who understand.
SMART Recovery
Unlearn and overcome unwanted behaviors and mindsets with SMART Recovery. SMART Recovery is an evidence-informed approach to overcoming unwanted thoughts, urges, and behaviors and leading a balanced life. SMART is stigma-free and emphasizes self-empowerment.
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
Medicaid Changes Info Session
This event is an opportunity to learn about the changes happening to Medicaid this October. If you have Medicaid or are considering enrolling this is a time for you to ask questions and understand these changes being made!
New Member Introduction
This is a structured welcome and orientation to the Café community for new members and those recommitting to the program. Everyone should attend this presentation prior to taking part in the activities, groups or programing. This initial information gives a potential new member an opportunity for reflection on whether Café membership is right for them. […]
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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August 25, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 25, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 25, 2026 -Wellness Planning
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August 25, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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August 25, 2026 -Ink and Insight
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August 25, 2026 -Overcoming Together
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August 25, 2026 -Game On!
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August 25, 2026 -Intentional Living
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August 25, 2026 -Finding Your Superhero
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August 25, 2026 -Game On!
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August 25, 2026 -Entering Another Dimension
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August 25, 2026 -Milieu
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August 25, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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August 25, 2026 -Meditation
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August 25, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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August 25, 2026 -Sharing Our Story
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August 25, 2026 -Circle
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August 25, 2026 -Coffee Hour
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August 25, 2026 -Sharing Your Story
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August 25, 2026 -Community Meal
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August 25, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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August 25, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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August 25, 2026 -GED-i
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 […]
Ink and Insight
Turn blank pages into new perspectives! Explore guided prompts, express yourself freely, and discover the power of putting pen to paper.
Overcoming Together
Overcoming Together is a healing centered recovery class that offers a safe space to explore life’s challenges and build resilience. Through open dialogue,reflection and peer supprot, Ashley guides participants on a journey of overcoming adversity, embracing growth, and reclaiming personal power.
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
SMART Recovery
Unlearn and overcome unwanted behaviors and mindsets with SMART Recovery. SMART Recovery is an evidence-informed approach to overcoming unwanted thoughts, urges, and behaviors and leading a balanced life. SMART is stigma-free and emphasizes self-empowerment.
GED-i
Come explore an info session at the Hub where a team member will share her personal journey of working toward my GED. This session will offer encouragement, basic information, and the chance for peers to ask questions and get support as they take their first steps toward earning their GED.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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August 26, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 26, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 26, 2026 -Own Your Power
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August 26, 2026 -Connection & Reflection
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August 26, 2026 -Together We Stand
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August 26, 2026 -Recovery 101
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August 26, 2026 -Healing from Within
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August 26, 2026 -Tech Literacy
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August 26, 2026 -Robin’s Book Club
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August 26, 2026 -Peer Leader Council
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August 26, 2026 -Crafting
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August 26, 2026 -Milieu
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August 26, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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August 26, 2026 -Meditation
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August 26, 2026 -Finding Yourself
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August 26, 2026 -Latte Hour
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August 26, 2026 -Circle
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August 26, 2026 -Mindful Meditation
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August 26, 2026 -Acting for Recovery
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August 26, 2026 -Harm Reduction Supports
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August 26, 2026 -Seize Your Power
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August 26, 2026 -SMART Recovery
Own Your Power
This class is a space to navigate our relationships and beliefs about ourselves and bodies and a way to redefine navigating these in our life.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
Mindful Meditation
Start your day with intention and calm. Our 15-minute Morning Meditation session offers a peaceful space to center yourself, reduce stress, and cultivate mindfulness. Led by Staff and Peers, we set the tone for the Hub, together.
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.
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.
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.
Thursday, August 27, 2026
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August 27, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 27, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 27, 2026 -Book Club
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August 27, 2026 -Connection & Reflection
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August 27, 2026 -Art Room Activity
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August 27, 2026 -Women’s Group
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August 27, 2026 -Men’s Group
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August 27, 2026 -Men’s Group
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August 27, 2026 -Improv
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August 27, 2026 -Grief Group
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August 27, 2026 -Job Readiness Approach
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August 27, 2026 -Rudimentaries of Self
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August 27, 2026 -Milieu
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August 27, 2026 -Cook & Connect
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August 27, 2026 -Women’s Group
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August 27, 2026 -Drumming with Peer Fenton
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August 27, 2026 -Circle
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August 27, 2026 -Coping Skills
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August 27, 2026 -Water Bottles & Summer Art
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August 27, 2026 -Rainbow Allstars
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August 27, 2026 -Exploring Your Zodiac
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August 27, 2026 -Rocks of Hope
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August 27, 2026 -Step Forward
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August 27, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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August 27, 2026 -Meditation
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August 27, 2026 -Community Meal
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August 27, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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August 27, 2026 -Together We Stand
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August 27, 2026 -Recovery Rediscovery
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August 27, 2026 -Open Mic Nights
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 through their recovery journeys.
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.
Improv
improv class teaches participants how to create scenes, dialogue, and characters spontaneously without a script. The class focuses on creativity, quick thinking, listening skills, and collaboration through games, role-playing, and group exercises.
Grief Group
To provide a safe, supportive space for individuals experiencing grief, while honoring the impact of trauma, loss, and nervous system responses. The group focuses on regulation, meaning making and connection. Grief from loss is a common experience in recovery. Come learn how we are not alone and possible assistance in finding some personal skills that […]
Rudimentaries 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Step Forward
Discussing the wisdom found inside the 12 steps while holding space for all beliefs and spiritualities.
Community Meal
An intentional meal held for the recovery cafe members and guests. Come join us for food and gathering 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.
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 stories.
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.
Open Mic Nights
Express yourself on the mic - karaoke, spoken word, or songs you’ve written yourself.
Friday, August 28, 2026
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August 28, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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August 28, 2026 -HUB CLOSED
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August 28, 2026 -Keep Your Power
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August 28, 2026 -Morning Meditation
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August 28, 2026 -Stitching Together
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August 28, 2026 -The Art of Asking Why
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August 28, 2026 -Weekly Wins
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August 28, 2026 -Recovery 101
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August 28, 2026 -Mystery Activity
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August 28, 2026 -Milieu
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August 28, 2026 -Bus Stop Clean-up
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August 28, 2026 -Milieu Begins
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August 28, 2026 -Meditation
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August 28, 2026 -Recovery Circle
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August 28, 2026 -Latte Hour
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August 28, 2026 -Circle
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August 28, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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August 28, 2026 -SMART Recovery
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August 28, 2026 -Rhythm Reset
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August 28, 2026 -Built Different
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August 28, 2026 -Mustard Seed
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August 28, 2026 -Cook & Connect
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August 28, 2026 -Birthday Celebration
Keep 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.
The Art of Asking Why
A group for discussing and discovering personal purpose and moral direction in life by discussing philosophy and other ideas
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.
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.
Milieu
In the afternoon, we have Milieu which provides a safe, structured setting designed to support growth, safety, and positive interaction. During the Milieu we have the meditation, shout outs for exciting news and recognition of peers and staff, recovery word for the day. This is a positive way to transition to Café activities, attitudes and […]
Bus Stop Clean-up
One of the guiding principles of The Recovery Café is service through giving back to our communities. Members have taken the opportunity to maintain a healthy and clean bus stop that has been designated as a responsibility of the PRN Cafe. That’s what the official Mecklenburg County sign states. What a privilege.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mustard Seed
Come Join the Mustard seed class and expand on your Spiritual journey. Dive into the Life Recovery bible and the 12 steps as it coincides with Faith, spirituality and personal recovery. Grow with us in mind, body, and spirit through interactive worksheets and open discussions. If you have faith in the size of a Mustard […]
Saturday, August 29, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
No events on this day.