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Virginia
Event Number
484
Title
2008 National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month Press Conference and Kick-Off - SAMHSA-Sponsored
Description
The Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration will unveil the results of the 2007 National Survey on Drug Use and Health at a press conference on Thursday, September 4. The annual survey, formerly called the Household Survey is the largest of its kind, and is the governments primary vehicle for determining how many persons are abusing illegal drugs, pharmaceuticals, alcohol and tobacco.

The release of the 2007 survey results is the keynote of the annual National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month press conference marking a month long observance of the gains made by those in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse, as well as treatment providers.
Date
9/4/2008 10:00 AM to 9/4/2008 11:00 AM
Type of Event
Press Conference and National Kick-Off Event
Location
National Press Building,
Holeman Lounge, 13th Floor
529 14th Street, NW
Washington, D.C.
Invited Officials/Presenters
John Walters, Director, White House Office of National Drug Control Policy

RADM Eric Broderick, Acting Administrator, SAMHSA

H. Westley Clark, M.D., J.D., M.P.H., Director, SAMHSA Center for Substance Abuse Treatment

Candy Finnigan, Drug and Alcohol Interventionist appearing on the A&E documentary drama Intervention

Nathan Anderson, a person in recovery from drug abuse
Expected Number of Participants
100
Invited Participants/Audience
Media, organizations/associations and government agency representatives in the field of substance abuse addiction, treatment and recovery, the general public
Primary Contact
Mark Weber
Address
1 Choke Cherry Road
Rockville, MD  20857
Phone Number
240-276-2130
Email Address
mark.weber@samhsa.hhs.gov
Web Site
http://www.recoverymonth.gov or www.samhsa.gov

Event Number
648
Title
Walk for Recovery-SAMHSA & NAADAC sponsored event
Description
Walk for Recovery

For People Involved in Treatment or Supporting Recovery

Registration 9:00 AM
Walk: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Recovery Slogan Tee Shirts for sale: $15 each
Date
9/13/2008 9:00 AM to 9/13/2008 12:00 PM
Type of Event
walk
Location
Beverley Manor Middle School
58 Cedar Green Road
Staunton, VA 24401
Expected Number of Participants
100
Primary Contact
Jennifer Johnson
Address
P.O. Box 25779
Richmond, VA  23260
Phone Number
(804)527-6222
Email Address
jjohnson@rhcc.com
Secondary Contact
Anne Luna
Email Address
anne@naadac.org
Web Site
http://naadac.org/va

Event Number
87
Title
Recovery Fest SAMHSA-Sponsored
Description
RecoveryFest is a day of celebration for individuals, families and the city of Richmond. It is open to the public at no cost. Activities include a cookout, live music from five bands, recovery speakers, addresses from public officials, and family fun!
Date
9/13/2008 12:00 PM to 9/13/2008 7:00 PM
Type of Event
Public gathering with cookout, speakers and entertainment
Location
On the grounds of Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church/The McShin Foundation Headquarters, 2300 Dumbarton Rd, Richmond
Program Agenda
Activities will kick off at noon, with faith leaders offering joint prayers, followed by a mix of speakers and live music throughout the day. Fun activities, raffles and door prizes will continue through the afternoon.
Invited Officials/Presenters
Senatorial candidates, recovery community leaders, faith leaders, and state and local politicians.
Expected Number of Participants
2000
Invited Participants/Audience
Recovering people and their famlies and all members of the general public are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Primary Contact
John Shinholser
Address
2300 Dumbarton rd.
Richmond, VA  23228
Phone Number
(804)249-1845
Email Address
johns@mcshin.org
Secondary Contact
Daniel Payne
Address
2300 Dumbarton rd.
Richmond VA  23228
Phone Number
(804) 317-9392
Email Address
danielp@mcshin.org

Event Number
643
Title
National Addiction Counselor's Day Open House-SAMHSA & NAADAC Sponsored
Description
NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals invites you to an Open House celebrating

The 19th Annual National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month Join the Voices for Recovery: Real People, Real Recovery
& National Addiction Counselors Day

Food and refreshments will be served

Please RSVP to NAADAC
Date
9/19/2008 11:00 AM to 9/19/2008 2:00 PM
Type of Event
open house
Location
NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals
1001 N. Fairfax St., Ste. 201
Alexandria, VA 22314
Expected Number of Participants
50
Primary Contact
Anne Luna
Address
1001 N. Fairfax Street, Suite 201
Alexandria, VA  22314
Phone Number
(703)741-7686
Email Address
anne@naadac.org
Web Site
http://naadac.org/

Event Number
526
Title
VAADAC RECOVERY MONTH FORUM
Description
MEMBERS OF THE RECOVERY COMMUNITY WILL PRESENT A NARRATED FORUM. THE
FORUM WILL CONSIST OF A PANEL OF INDIVIDUALS BROUGHT TOGETHER TO DISCUSS SPECIFIC RECOVERY ISSUES. THE PANEL WILL CONSIST OF A NEWPORT NEWS DRUG
COURT GRADUATE, A HUBAND AND WIFE IN RECOVERY AND INDIVIDUALS FROM THE COMMUNITY.
Date
9/24/2008 6:00 PM to 9/24/2008 8:00 PM
Type of Event
Community Event, Forum
Location
MAIN STREET LIBRARY
110 MAIN ST,
NEWPORT NEWS,VA
Program Agenda
WELCOME
WHAT IS RECOVERY MONTH?
INTRODUCTION OF PANEL
DISCUSSION
QUESTION AND ANSWER
REFRESHMENTS
Invited Officials/Presenters
CITY OFFICIALS FROM NEWPORT NEWS AND HAMPTON,VA

CSB ADMINISTRATORS AND STAFF
Expected Number of Participants
80
Invited Participants/Audience
COMMUNITY
Primary Contact
John Haywood
Address
130 30th Street
Newport News, VA  23607
Phone Number
757-247-2370
Email Address
JHAYWOOD@HNNCSB.ORG
Web Site
http://WWW.HNNCSB.ORG

Event Number
462
Title
got recovery? t-shirts
Description
in the spirit of "got milk", our got recovery? t-shirts are designed to increase awareness for addiction recovery. Help us spread the word by wearing yours, got recovery?
Date
8/25/2008 8:00 AM to 9/30/2008 12:00 AM
Type of Event
Campaign to increase awareness
Location
To order go to:
http://www.spiritworksfoundation.org/
Expected Number of Participants
5000
Primary Contact
Jan Brown
Address
5800 Mooretown Road
Williamsburg, VA  23188
Phone Number
757-564-0001
Email Address
jan@spiritworksfoundation.org
Secondary Contact
Sissy Allen
Address
5800 Mooretown Road
Williamsbu VA  23188
Phone Number
757-564-0001
Email Address
sissy@spiritworksfoundation.org
Web Site
http://www.spiritworksfoundation.org/

Event Number
547
Title
"In My Own Words..." Essay Contest - ATTC National Office
Description
In celebration of National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month, the ATTC National Office is excited to announce its essay contest "In My Own Words..."

The essay contest is open to anyone currently in the addictions treatment and recovery field, or closely related discipline. The deadline for submission is Midnight, October 1, 2008. Prizes include: First - $500; Second - $250; Third - $100

Guidelines are available online: http://www.attcnetwork.org/find/news/newsItem.asp?id=84

Questions? Contact Deann Jepson, jepsond@umkc.edu.
Date
9/1/2008 12:00 AM to 10/1/2008 12:00 AM
Location
Find additional information, including submission guidelines online: http://www.attcnetwork.org/find/news/newsItem.asp?id=84
Expected Number of Participants
1000
Primary Contact
Erin Fridley
Address
5100 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, MO  64110
Phone Number
816-235-6989
Email Address
fridleye@umkc.edu
Secondary Contact
Deann Jepson
Phone Number
816-235-6981
Email Address
jepsond@umkc.edu

Event Number
78
Title
15th National TASC Conference on Drugs & Crime - The Sky's the Limit: Strengthening Communities through TASC - Innovation, Integration & Imagination
Description
In celebration of Recovery Month, the 15th National TASC Conference on Drugs & Crime will take place September 3-5. This event offers research applications, skills-building, and advocacy activities for public safety, substance abuse and mental health treatment professionals as well as faith-based organizations, juvenile and adult services providers, and community advocates.

REGISTER TODAY! Go to www.NationalTASC.org (*) for convenient online registration or a registration form that can be printed and mailed with payment to: PO Box 5061, Williamsburg VA 23188, ATTN: 2008 National TASC Conference Registration

Early Bird rates apply for all registrations received by July 31, 2008. Member: $295 Non-Member: $395

Regular Registration Member: $345 Non-Member: $445

(*) Sponsor and Exhibitor packages are also available. For details scroll to "Becoming a Sponsor/Exhibitor at the Conference" on the left menu of the National TASC homepage.
Date
9/3/2008 8:00 AM to 9/5/2008 7:00 PM
Type of Event
Conference
Location
Chicago, Illinois at The Westin Michigan Avenue

To reserve a room at The Westin Michigan Avenue, Chicago , call 1-888-627-8385 and ask for the National TASC rate.

Hotel bed rates are $199 single/$224 double (plus parking and all applicable taxes). Offer available until August 2, 2008 at 5 PM CDT.

Online room reservations available at: Http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/tasc2008
Program Agenda
Intensive workshop tracks will focus on the topics of: Incarceration and Reentry; Diversion; Clinical Skills and Interventions; Evaluation and Research; and Innovative Applications.
Invited Officials/Presenters
There will be prominent speakers from the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the Pew Charitable Trusts, and many others.
Expected Number of Participants
300
Invited Participants/Audience
Public safety, substance abuse and mental health treatment professionals, counselors and social workers, faith-based organizations, juvenile and adult services providers, community advocates.
Primary Contact
National TASC
Address
2204 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA  22301
Phone Number
703-836-8272
Email Address
nationaltasc@nationaltasc.org
Web Site
http://www.nationaltasc.org

Event Number
582
Title
Recovery Month Open House
Description
Various Substance Abuse helping professionals and agencies will gather and share resources and information about their programs.
Date
9/10/2008 10:00 AM to 9/10/2008 12:01 PM
Type of Event
Open House
Location
Alexandria Substance Abuse Services - Lg. Group Room
2355A Mill Rd.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Program Agenda
Open House - Tables will be set up for people to talk to staff and pick up info.
Invited Officials/Presenters
Staff from:
Vanguard Services
Guest House
Dept. of Rehabilitation Services
Alexandria CSB
Alexandria Drug Court
AA/NA
and others!
Expected Number of Participants
75
Invited Participants/Audience
ACSB consumers, staff and other professionals from other jurisdictions are welcome.
Primary Contact
Rick  Gross
Address
2355A Mill Rd.
Alexandria, VA  22314
Phone Number
703-838-4525
Email Address
Richard.Gross@alexandriava.gov

Event Number
96
Title
Recovery Takes Flight 2008
Description
30 thousand Balloons will be released across the country by CRC Health Group facilities at Noon local time creating a wave of recognition honoring recovery.
Date
9/10/2008 12:00 PM to 9/10/2008 1:00 PM
Type of Event
Balloon Release
Location
Over 60 facilities nationwide
Program Agenda
11:30am gather
11:50am Statement read
11:59 am countdown
Noon- release balloons
Invited Officials/Presenters
Local dignitaries
Expected Number of Participants
30000
Invited Participants/Audience
Staff, clients and alumni of the various treatment centers
Primary Contact
Melissa  Preshaw
Address
20400 Stevens Creek Blvd, Suite 600
Cupertino , CA  95014
Phone Number
(408)367-2185
Email Address
mpreshaw@crchealth.com
Web Site
http://www.crchealth.com

Event Number
334
Title
Recovery Takes Flight 2008
Description
30,000 balloons will be released across the country by CRC Health Group facilities at Noon local time creating a wave of recognition honoring recovery.
Date
9/10/2008 12:00 PM to 9/10/2008 1:00 PM
Location
New River Treatment Center
Program Agenda
11:30 am--Gather, 11:50 am-- Statement Read, 11:59 am--Countdown to release ballons, Noon--Release Balloons
Invited Officials/Presenters
Local Dignitaries
Expected Number of Participants
250
Invited Participants/Audience
Staff, clients, and alumi of the treatment center
Primary Contact
Robert Edwards
Address
140 Larksphur Lane
Galax, VA  24333
Phone Number
276-236-6341
Email Address
redwards@crchealth.com

Event Number
335
Title
Recovery Takes Flight 2008
Description
30,000 balloons will be released across the country by CRC Health Group facilities at Noon local time creating a wave of recognition honoring recovery.
Date
9/10/2008 12:00 PM to 9/10/2008 1:00 PM
Location
Clinch Valley Treatment Center
Program Agenda
11:30 am--Gather, 11:50 am-- Statement Read, 11:59 am--Countdown to release ballons, Noon--Release Balloons
Invited Officials/Presenters
Local Dignitaries
Expected Number of Participants
250
Invited Participants/Audience
Staff, clients, and alumi of the treatment center
Primary Contact
Sterlyn Lineberry
Address
111 Town Hollow Road
Cedar Bluff, VA  24609
Phone Number
276-963-3554
Email Address
sterlynl@crchealth.com

Event Number
336
Title
Recovery Takes Flight 2008
Description
30,000 balloons will be released across the country by CRC Health Group facilities at Noon local time creating a wave of recognition honoring recovery.
Date
9/10/2008 12:00 PM to 9/10/2008 1:00 PM
Location
Roanoke Treatment Center
Program Agenda
11:30 am--Gather, 11:50 am-- Statement Read, 11:59 am--Countdown to release ballons, Noon--Release Balloons
Invited Officials/Presenters
Local Dignitaries
Expected Number of Participants
250
Invited Participants/Audience
Staff, clients, and alumi of the treatment center
Primary Contact
Tia Malone
Address
3208 Herschberger Road
Roanoke, VA  24017
Phone Number
540-366-5248
Email Address
tmalone@crchealth.com

Event Number
361
Title
Recovery Takes Flight 2008
Description
30,000 balloons will be released across the country by CRC Health Group facilities at Noon local time creating a wave of recognition honoring recovery.
Date
9/10/2008 12:00 PM to 9/10/2008 1:00 PM
Location
Life Center of Galax
Program Agenda
11:30 am--Gather, 11:50 am-- Statement Read, 11:59 am--Countdown to release ballons, Noon--Release Balloons
Invited Officials/Presenters
Local Dignitaries
Expected Number of Participants
500
Invited Participants/Audience
Staff, clients, and alumi of the treatment center
Primary Contact
Tina Bullins
Address
112 Painter Street
Galax, VA  24333
Phone Number
276/236-2994
Email Address
tbullins@crchealth.com

Event Number
375
Title
Recovery Takes Flight 2008
Description
30,000 balloons will be released across the country by CRC Health Group facilities at Noon local time creating a wave of recognition honoring recovery.
Date
9/10/2008 12:00 PM to 9/10/2008 1:00 PM
Location
CTC: SE
Program Agenda
11:30 am--Gather, 11:50 am-- Statement Read, 11:59 am--Countdown to release ballons, Noon--Release Balloons
Invited Officials/Presenters
Local Dignitaries
Expected Number of Participants
250
Invited Participants/Audience
Staff, clients, and alumi of the treatment center
Primary Contact
Ed Ohlinger
Address
18205 Kenwarn Lane
Abingdon, VA  24210
Phone Number
276-870-1034 cell
Email Address
eohlinger@crchealth.com

Event Number
569
Title
Recovery Month Guest Speaker "Discover, Recover, & Heal!"
Description
This is a facilitated support forum for buprenorphine clients and their families. We offer education and support regarding chemical dependency and treatment options for a diverse population.
Date
9/17/2008 7:00 PM to 9/17/2008 9:00 PM
Type of Event
Open House
Location
Community Health Resource Ctr.
Mary Immaculate Hospital
2 Bernardine Drive
Newport News, VA
More Info: (757) 508-2386
Program Agenda
Welcome
Introductions
Topic: National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month Sept. 2008 "A letter to the Governor"
Speaker: Jennifer S.
Next Meeting Date: Family Night "Disease vs. Willpower; Why Johnnie just cant stop." October 15, 2008
Refreshments
Closing
Invited Officials/Presenters
Jennifer S. from Mathews, VA will be presenting her compelling story of a young accomplished athlete who battled her way back from addiction to recovery.
Expected Number of Participants
20
Invited Participants/Audience
This is an open forum for anyone whose life has been affected by addiction; either themselves or a family member, or friend. All medical personnel wishing to learn more about treatment options are also invited to attend.
Primary Contact
Judy Mitchell
Address
300 Buttercup Lane
Newport News, VA  23602
Phone Number
757-508-2386
Email Address
suboxonesupport@hotmail.com
Secondary Contact
Tim O'Connell, M.D.
Address
703 Thimble Shoals Boulevard Ste. C5
Newport Ne VA  23606
Phone Number
757-508-2386
Email Address
jmitchell57@cox.net
Web Site
http://pending

Event Number
585
Title
Recovery Support Recognition
Description
This event follows our kick-off of RECOVERY MONTH with a 30 minute TV program about RECOVERY MONTH which aired on 8/31/08.

The Recovery Support Recognition will recognize those who have volunteered to help our community recover from addiction.



Delbert Boone will be guest speaker
Date
9/22/2008 6:00 PM to 9/22/2008 9:00 PM
Type of Event
Community Event
Location
Southwest Virginia Community College

Richlands, Virginia
Program Agenda
Delbert Boone - Speaker
Recovery Stories in Our Community
Recognition of Community Partners
Invited Officials/Presenters
Delbert Boone
Expected Number of Participants
100
Invited Participants/Audience
Staff, Recovering Community, and Community Recovery Support Partners
Primary Contact
Jane  Peay
Address
P.O. Box 810
Cedar Bluff, VA  24609
Phone Number
276-964-6702
Email Address
jpeay@cmcsb.com
Secondary Contact
Karen Smith
Address
P.O. Box 810
Cedar Bluf VA  24609
Phone Number
276-964-6702
Email Address
ksmith@cmcsb.com

Event Number
456
Title
Addiction Nurses Week
Description
Its the First Annual Addiction Nurses Week!
(Sept. 24th-30th)
Celebrate the contribution of nurses in addiction treatment and be a part of Recovery Month September 1st-30th.
Addiction nurses are integral to the process. Addiction nurses know firsthand the affects of addiction from treatment to counseling to education and from working with patients, families and communities. NOW addiction nurses can celebrate their experience along with their colleagues in the field of substance use disorders.
Date
9/24/2008 1:00 AM to 9/30/2008 1:00 AM
Type of Event
National observance
Location
Across the nation
Expected Number of Participants
500
Primary Contact
Carolyn  Baird
Address
119 Joyce Dr
McMurray, PA  15317
Phone Number
724-941-8551
Email Address
carolynab@earthlink.net
Web Site
http://www.intnsa.org

Event Number
583
Title
Recovery Month Celebration
Description
Celebration of those in recovery, and remembrance of those who have passed. Will include music, speakers and door prizes.
Date
9/24/2008 1:30 PM to 9/24/2008 4:00 PM
Type of Event
Open House
Location
Alexandria Substance Abuse Services
2355A Mill Rd.- Lg. Group Room
Alexandria, VA 22314
Program Agenda
Remembrance
Recognition Ceremony
Music
Door prizes
Refreshments
Invited Officials/Presenters
People in recovery will speak as well as friends and family of those who have passed.
Expected Number of Participants
75
Invited Participants/Audience
ACSB consumers, staff and other professionals are welcome.
Primary Contact
Laurie Ferreri
Address
2355A Mill Rd.
Alexandria, VA  22314
Phone Number
703-838-4525
Email Address
Laurie.Ferreri@alexandriava.gov

Event Number
523
Title
SAARA Recovery Forum
Description
MEMBERS OF THE RECOVERY COMMUNITY WILL PRESENT A NARRATED FORUM. THE
FORUM WILL CONSIST OF A PANEL OF INDIVIDUALS BROUGHT TOGETHER TO DISCUSS SPECIFIC RECOVERY ISSUES. THE PANEL WILL CONSIST OF A NEWPORT NEWS DRUG
COURT GRADUATE, A HUBAND AND WIFE IN RECOVERY AND INDIVIDUALS FROM THE COMMUNITY
Date
9/24/2008 6:00 PM to 9/24/2008 8:00 PM
Type of Event
Community Event, Forum
Location
MAIN STREET LIBRARY
110 MAIN ST,
NEWPORT NEWS,VA
Program Agenda
WELCOME
WHAT IS RECOVERY MONTH?
INTRODUCTION OF PANEL
DISCUSSION
QUESTION AND ANSWER
REFRESHMENTS
Expected Number of Participants
80
Invited Participants/Audience
COMMUNITY
Primary Contact
Kenneth McCullum
Address
300 Medical Dr.
Hampton, VA  23666
Phone Number
757-247-2370
Email Address
kennethm@hnncsb.org
Web Site
http://WWW.HNNCSB.ORG

Event Number
525
Title
NEWPORT NEWS DRUG COURT RECOVERY FORUM
Description
MEMBERS OF THE RECOVERY COMMUNITY WILL PRESENT A NARRATED FORUM. THE
FORUM WILL CONSIST OF A PANEL OF INDIVIDUALS BROUGHT TOGETHER TO DISCUSS SPECIFIC RECOVERY ISSUES. THE PANEL WILL CONSIST OF A NEWPORT NEWS DRUG
COURT GRADUATE, A HUBAND AND WIFE IN RECOVERY AND INDIVIDUALS FROM THE COMMUNITY.
Date
9/24/2008 6:00 PM to 9/24/2008 8:00 PM
Type of Event
Community Event, Forum
Location
MAIN STREET LIBRARY
110 MAIN ST,
NEWPORT NEWS,VA
Program Agenda
WELCOME
WHAT IS RECOVERY MONTH?
INTRODUCTION OF PANEL
DISCUSSION
QUESTION AND ANSWER
REFRESHMENTS
Invited Officials/Presenters
CITY OFFICIALS FROM NEWPORT NEWS AND HAMPTON,VA CSB ADMINISTRATORS AND STAFF
Expected Number of Participants
80
Invited Participants/Audience
COMMUNITY
Primary Contact
John Haywood
Address
130 30th Street
Newport News, VA  23607
Phone Number
757-247-2370
Email Address
JHAYWOOD@HNNCSB.ORG
Web Site
http://HNNCSB.ORG

Event Number
629
Title
Bragg Hill Community Coalition National Recovery Month Program
Description
Bragg Hill Community Coalition will join with other coalition partners to hold a community wide recovery program. There will be presentors from various sectors & stages of recovery who will tell their stories to audience, as well as serve as a panel for a question/answer session from those attending.
Date
9/24/2008 6:00 PM to 9/24/2008 8:00 PM
Type of Event
community wide presentation
Location
Bragg Hill Family Life Center
400 Bragg Hill Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Program Agenda
Keynote & panel of speakers our event. The event will also include a performance by the gospel rap group known as "Armed & Ready" which will reflect testimonial to turning one's life around in a positive direction
Invited Officials/Presenters
Lisa Thomas (Director of New Vision-recovery program for women ex-offenders), Mother & son team from juvenile drug court program, Angie Firth (Adult Drug Court graduate-one year clean), Husband/Wife team who are both therapists in recovery together, Glenda Knight (Project LINK), Sue Parr (DFC grant project director) are the presentors/speakers. Several local judges (Judge Peterson), & city/county gov't officials have been invited.
Expected Number of Participants
300
Invited Participants/Audience
The event is open to entire community. Attendance is required for certain participants in specific recovery programs & recommended for those in community based probation programs.
Primary Contact
Sue  Parr
Address
400 Bragg Hill Drive
Fredericksburg, VA  22401
Phone Number
540-371-3513
Email Address
bragghillcc@live.com
Secondary Contact
Glenda Knight
Address
2016 Lafayette Blvd
Fredericks VA  22401
Phone Number
540-891-3132

Event Number
676
Title
Healing the Addicted Mind - Becoming Who You Were Meant To Be
Description
A FREE professional training/workshop on innovative approaches to addictions treatment & chemical dependency disorders.
Date
9/26/2008 10:30 AM to 9/26/2008 12:00 PM
Type of Event
Professional Training/Workshop
Location
Valley Health, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, VA 22601 -Conference Room ONE
Invited Officials/Presenters
Dr. Matthew J. Manka, Ph.D., CADC, LCPC
Expected Number of Participants
25
Invited Participants/Audience
Addictions counselors, social workers, therapists, sponsors, and all other individuals who offer treatment and support in the recovery community. CEU's AVAILABLE through SACAVA!
Primary Contact
Sherrie Lassiter
Address
423 West Cork Street
Winchester, VA  22601
Phone Number
540-535-1111
Email Address
slassiter@bridgingthegaps.com

Event Number
677
Title
2ND ANNUAL ADDICTIONS FORUM
Description
A panel discussion highlighting the benefits of investing in treatment & featuring representatives from the recovery community sharing their stories.
Date
9/26/2008 12:30 PM to 9/26/2008 2:00 PM
Type of Event
Panel Discussion/Press Conference
Location
Valley Health - 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, VA 22601
Conference Room TWO
Invited Officials/Presenters
A 5 member panel consisting of a HR Manager, a representative of the faith-based community, an addictions counselor, Executive Director of a Half Way House, an individual in long term recovery who is also a sponsor.
Expected Number of Participants
35
Invited Participants/Audience
Open to people from the recovery community (those who offer treatment and support & those in treatment), the media, any other interested parties. REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.
Primary Contact
Sherrie Lassiter
Address
423 West Cork Street
Winchester, VA  22601
Phone Number
540-535-1111
Email Address
slassiter@bridgingthegaps.com

Event Number
672
Title
Gratitude Cruise for Halloween, 2008
Description
Fellowship vacation on the largest cruise ship in the world, Freedom of the Seas.
Date
10/26/2008 2:00 PM to 11/2/2008 9:00 AM
Type of Event
7 Day Western Caribbean Cruise
Location
Leaving Miami, FL, to Labadee, Haiti, Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Cozumel, Mexico.
Program Agenda
Itinerary distributed to guests first day on ship.
Invited Officials/Presenters
Keynote Speakers: Angie P., Ohio, Lorna K., NY, Russell Sp, FL
Expected Number of Participants
150
Invited Participants/Audience
Program for registered guests only. Please call 561-702-2312
Primary Contact
Snow Piccolo
Address
102 NE Second St. #417
Boca Raton, FL  33432
Phone Number
561-702-2312
Email Address
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