2010 Events
Now in it’s 21st year, Recovery Month brings people in recovery and people who support recovery together to celebrate the positive effects of treatment and recovery.
Here’s a few local events worth checking out:
September 25, 2010
Thousands will gather on Saturday, September 25, 2010 for the 3rd Annual New York Recovery Rally at Randall’s Island Park to celebrate recovery from addiction.
Fun, family activities begin in Icahn Stadium at 8:00 a.m., leading to the day’s kick-off event at 10:00 a.m.: the Odyssey House 5th Annual “Run for Your Life.” The Odyssey House event will be followed directly by a historic, unified “Recovery Celebration Walk” along the scenic Harlem River with a view of the Manhattan skyline, where–like last year’s inspirational A&E Recovery Rally–thousands will walk side by side, as one strong and courageous voice for recovery.
The Recovery Celebration Walk will lead into the Harlem River event site for a jam-packed lineup of inspirational speakers, entertainment and activities, surrounded by vendor booths. Join us as we celebrate individuals and families in recovery; honor organizations providing prevention, treatment and recovery services; and offer a beacon of hope and support for those still in need of hope and help.
Registration is free and you can register onsite starting at 8:00AM the day of the event or pre-register online. Because everyone seems to ask “Where’s Randalls Island?” here’s a link to a map/directions.
The NYS OASAS website lists sponsors, the day’s schedule and additional details.
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September 25, 2010
LICADD is proud to participate in OPERATION APPRECIATION, an event honoring veterans and their families from all service eras. The event will take place on Saturday, September 25 from 12:00Noon to 4:00 PM at the American Airpower Museum in Farmingdale, New York. We are thrilled to help organize this event in collaboration with Phoenix House, Congressman Steve Israel, Northport VAMC, Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency, and the Veterans Health Alliance of Long Island. Our partners include Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Welcome Home Event. We hope you’ll join us in support of those who have so bravely served our country. Participation is free and there will be plenty of food, family activities, info booths and games for the kids. Directions are here.
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September 25, 2010
On Saturday, September 25th, the Long Island Recovery Association (LIRA) reprises its successful Rock-N- Recovery Celebration from 7:30-11:30PM at the Deer Park Community Center. Tickets are just $10.00 and include buffet, beverages, DJ and dancing. Come share the miracle of recovery as we celebrate Recovery Month! Call LICADD at 516-747-2606 for more info, tickets or to become a sponsor. The Deer Park Community Center is located at 41 Homer Avenue in Deer Park.
