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Events and Activities
Arizona

Title

XXXII Convencion Hispana de A.A.USA-CANADA

City

Phoenix, Arizona

Description

In this conventions, we will have most of the Hispanic AA groups fron all the USA and Canada

Date

September 3, 4, 5, 2004

Type of Event

Convention

Location

Hyatt Regency Hotel 122 North Second Street

Program Agenda

Friday Sept. 3 Public Information reunion. Saturday Sept. 4 Opening ceremony Sunday Sept. 5 Closing ceremony, Banquate, Dance

Who Should Participate

Speakers from AA General Office in New York, from Central America, Texas, California, Washington D.C. and many other States.

Expected Number of Participants

5000

Primary Contact

Miguel Castillo

Address

Comite Organizador P.O. Box 61512 Phx. AZ 85085-1512

Phone Number

602)367-2499

Email Address

castillo602@aol.com

Secondary Contact

Salvador A. Ledesma

Address

4141 West Glendale Ave. Suite # 2017 Phx. AZ 85051

Phone Number

623) 9150755

Email Address

saledesma@netscape.com


Title

The Crossroads to Recovery

City

Yuma

Description

Celebration of Recovery, Quality of life, Family, and fellowship.

Date

September 26, 2004

Type of Event

Community Festival with activities to be announced

Location

944 S. Arizona Avenue

Program Agenda

TBA

Who Should Participate

Family Celebration Open To The Public

Expected Number of Participants

1000

Invited Officials/Presenters

TBA

Primary Contact

Barbara Rochester

Address

944 S. Arizona Avenue

Phone Number

928-726-0491 x17

Email Address

brochester@crossroadsmission.org

Address

Phone Number

Email Address

Web Site

http://www.crossroadsmission.org


Title

Valley of the Sun Recovery Celebration

City

Phoenix

Description

A celebration recognizing the efforts Arizonans have made in the awareness of substance abuse and recovery.

Date

September 25, 2004

Type of Event

Expo

Location

Phoenix Civic Plaza 111 North 3rd Street Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Program Agenda

Special guest speakers, music, dancers, poets, art contest, prizes, giveaways and over 50 exhibitors booths; our featured entertainment by Pavlovz Dog from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00p.m.

Who Should Participate

State and local agencies, health care providers, non-profit organizations, treatment providers, people in recovery, all age limits, and civic and community leaders.

Expected Number of Participants

500-1,000

Invited Officials/Presenters

We are in the process of inviting national, state and local officials, the Governor's Office, members of the State Legislature, local radio and television personalities, community advocates and individuals in recovery.

Primary Contact

Kim O'Connor

Address

1501 West Washington, Suite #344 Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Phone Number

(602) 542-9558

Email Address

Koconnor@supreme.sp.state.az.us

Secondary Contact

Tonya Brown

Address

1501 West Washington, Suite# 344 Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Phone Number

(602) 542-9564

Email Address

Tbrown@supreme.sp.state.az.us


Title

Recovery: A Family Affair

City

Casa Grande

Description

The RCSP Grantee, Proyecto Bienestar, will sponsor a community picnic. Free hotdogs and sodas. Jumping castles for kids, talent show, raffle prizes, organized games, balloons, clowns and face painting.

Date

September 25, 2004

Type of Event

Community Picnic

Location

350 E. Florence Blvd., (Between Marshall & Cameron Streets)

Program Agenda

4:00 Invocation by Manuel Salas 4:15 Hot dogs and sodas, chips 5:00 Talent Show 6:00 Games; face painting, sack races, cake walk,watermelon eating contest, 7:00 personal testimonies, group prayer 7:30 raffle drawing 8:00 community activity and benediction

Who Should Participate

All community residents celebrating recovery.

Expected Number of Participants

300

Primary Contact

Rosalinda C. Ruiz

Address

330 N. Picacho Street, Casa Grande, AZ 85222

Phone Number

520 876-5833

Email Address

rcaudillo@pinalhispaniccouncil.org

Secondary Contact

Ralph Varela

Address

712 N. Main Street, Eloy, AZ 85231

Phone Number

520 466-7765

Email Address

Ralph_Valera@yahoo.com


Title

Walk The Road To Recovery 2004

City

Tempe

Description

September is recognized as recovery month across the nation. In Arizona, Our Common Welfare and advocates of the recovery community are hosting an event to celebrate the freedom and hope of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Please join us for our celebratory walk and event. The evening will include a live band, a 30 minute walk, activities for children, recovery resources and speakers, and other entertainment. As peers in recovery, professionals, and family and friends of the recovery community, we unite to celebrate the walk of a new life.

Date

September 18, 2004; 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Type of Event

celebratory walk and event

Location

620 N. Mill Avenue, Tempe, Arizona From the Loop 202, go south on Priest Drive exit, turn left on Rio Salado Parkway, turn left on Mill Avenue and end at 620 N. Mill Avenue

Program Agenda

30 minute walk to celebrate recovery, activities for children, speakers, bands, various booths that will have information/resources that relate to the recovery community and more

Who Should Participate

Anyone that is in and/or supports the recovery community. There will be something for everyone so all ages and backgrounds are welcome to attend.

Expected Number of Participants

500

Primary Contact

Lisa M. Armijo, Ph.D

Address

215 N. Robson

Phone Number

480-733-2688

Email Address

ocw@winr.org

Secondary Contact

Phaedra Henderson

Address

Phone Number

480-733-2688

Email Address

ocwassistant@winr.org

Web Site

http://www.ourcommonwelfare.info


Title

Promoting a Healthier Lifestyle

City

Guadalupe

Description

Family day will be revolved around information on getting into recovery and staying in recovery for all members of the family.

Date

September 12, 2004

Type of Event

Family Day

Location

On Avenida del Yaqui between Calle Mexico and Calle Iglesia across from the Mission Market

Program Agenda

Informational booths Talking Circle Bar-b-que D.J. by "Sonido Explosion" Youth Activities

Who Should Participate

Everyone is Welcome

Expected Number of Participants

150

Primary Contact

Manuel Castro

Address

9405 S. Avenida Del Yaqui, Guadalupe, Arizona 85283

Phone Number

480-768-2087

Email Address

manuelcastro@pascuayaquitribe.org

Secondary Contact

Bridgette Alvarez

Address

9405 S. Avenida Del Yaqui, Guadalupe, Arizona 85283

Phone Number

480-768-2081

Email Address

Bridgettemedina@pascuayaquitribe.org


Title

Recovery Expo

City

Tucson

Description

Friday night from 6-9:30 is Youth Night, featuring a performance by "The C.A.S.T" and info booths. On Saturday from 10-2, the expo will feature a health fair with various screenings, free food and entertainment for the whole family.

Date

10/15-10/16 2004

Type of Event

expo

Location

St. Mark's Presbyterian Church, 3809 E 3rd Street

Program Agenda

Expected Number of Participants

500-600

Primary Contact

Karen Chatfield

Address

502 W 29th St Tucson, AZ 85713

Phone Number

520.838.3823

Email Address

kchatfield@lafrontera.org

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Phone Number

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