Join us as we come together to remember, raise awareness, and take action. This event honors the lives lost to overdose and supports those left behind. Event details: August 31st 6pm until 9pm Downtown Hagerstown Square 💜 The evening will include: • A guest speaker • Local resource vendors • A special moment to honor Read the Rest...
On Sunday, August 31, 2025, We Responders Inc. invites you to join us at Lake Montebello for International Overdose Awareness Day as we come together to honor the lives lost to overdose and stand in support of those still fighting. Beginning at 6:30 PM, we will gather at the We Responders Hub (3504 Harford Rd, Read the Rest...
We are currently preparing for our annual Overdose Vigil here in Cecil County, a heartfelt evening dedicated to honoring and remembering the lives of those we've lost to overdose. This vigil is a sacred space for families and friends to come together, share memories, and find comfort in community. It’s a time to reflect, to Read the Rest...
Join us as we come together for the Harford International Overdose Awareness Day Vigil—a solemn evening of remembrance, reflection, and hope. This annual event honors the lives lost to overdose, supports those grieving, and raises awareness about the ongoing impact of substance use in our community. We invite families, friends, and allies to bring a Read the Rest...
**This event will last entire month of September** Make a difference for individuals continuing their journey to recovery housing. Please consider donating new twin sheets, blankets, pillows and pillowcases. Lookout for the white laundry baskets located in partnering businesses throughout Kent County, drop off at Recovery Motion or call us to arrange pickup. Please feel Read the Rest...
Calling all Somerset County Businesses! Show your support for recovery from substance misuse by joining the Recovery Month Business Challenge
Monday, September 1st, 2025 grand opening and ribbon cutting for Recovery Café Baltimore 902 Wheeler Ave
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
Join us to explore the power of person-first language, with a particular emphasis on effectively working with and serving youth and individuals impacted by substance use and misuse. This webinar will be presented in partnership with St. Mary's County Health Department and the Opioid Response Network (ORN) and will feature the expertise of Jerria Martin, Read the Rest...
The Art of Overcoming: Healing Through Creativity Sept 4th-30th Submit up to 3 visual works and one written work to WashCo Arts by applying by August 5th and stop the stigma surrounding recovery: https://www.washingtongoespurple.com/events (submission deadline August 5th at 6pm)
Support BTF Friday September 5, 2025 First Fridays in Bel Air is brought to the community by The Bel Air Downtown Alliance. They choose a non-profit for each month to receive all of the tips in the tip jars. Come visit the “Heart of Harford” on the First Friday of the month for Harford County’s Read the Rest...
Stigma Reduction, Recovery event with a couple mile walk on the Ocean City Board Walk. Many vendors present. Fundraising event for local 24/7 recovery space with self help groups.
Recovery Fest for Saturday, September 6th from 10 am - 2 pm at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, MD.
Experience a day of joy and connection in the heart of the park, filled with exciting and engaging free activities for all ages. Come together with your neighbors as we embarce the spirit of recovery and support each other's journey towards a brighter future
Address – 1400 Shore Road, Baltimore, MD 21220 Wilson Point Men’s Club Website – https://wilson-club-baltimore.edan.io/ Doors open at 11A | RAIN OR SHINE Cost $30 per ticket Food & Beverages will be available for purchase. Food items will include pit beef, pit turkey, pit ham sandwiches, Italian sausage, pasta salad, chips and sweets. Beverages will include Tito’s Read the Rest...
Our 2025 Kick-off speaker is Fausto Castellanos! Castellanos is a clinical counselor, motivational speaker, and spiritual advisor dedicated to helping people heal, grow, and find purpose in their pain. With years of experience overcoming addiction, codependency, and trauma, he has turned his struggles into strength and now shares the tools that transformed his life. Fausto, Read the Rest...
Carroll County Health Department and our Bureau of Prevention, Wellness, and Recovery will be partnering with a local Non-Profit and our Wellness and Recovery Center on Carroll’s “Break the Stigma: Recovery is Cool! Festival” to celebrate September’s National Recovery Month! This year’s theme… Fun in Recovery! Fun for all ages! Music, food, speakers, games, Peer Read the Rest...
Stigma and education GO Purple event at the Shorebirds Baseball stadium!
The Kent Goes Purple 5K Color fun Run/Walk benefits Kent Goes Purple, a substance use prevention initiative of the Kent County Sheriff's Office and Chestertown Rotary Club. Event details and schedule: *Pre-Register until 9/6. Ages 19+ $20 - Ages 18 and under FREE!!!!!! *On-Site Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. Ages 19+ $30 - Ages 18 Read the Rest...
Please see the attached flyer for details on the upcoming Recovery and Wellness Walk. It will be held on September 10th, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, at Allegany College of Maryland.
The Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council is chaired by Lt. Governor Aruna Miller and includes representatives from 18 state agencies working to reduce overdose morbidity and mortality in Maryland. The advisory council shares data related to the overdose crisis across agencies and provides strategic guidance for increasing access to substance use care and addressing disparities Read the Rest...
On Friday, September 12th, join us for a special Jersey Mike's fundraiser benefiting Washington Goes Purple! 🙌 When you grab a delicious sandwich, a 20% of the proceeds will help raise awareness and support Here’s how you can help: 👉 Dine in, take out, or order online from your local Jersey Mike's 👉 Mention Washington Read the Rest...
Join Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy's Symposium on Addiction and Recovery. The theme for this year's symposium will be “Strength in Community: Building Resilience and Wellness Together” and is geared to elevate recovery and substance use service needs in Harford County while simultaneously promoting community and resilience. The event will be held: Friday, September 12, Read the Rest...
Adams Light "Run for Recovery" 5k | 1 Mile Walk Honeygo Regional Park 9033 Honeygo Blvd Perry Hall, MD US 21128 Adam was one to always lend a hand so in his name we are supporting those in recovery! Adams Light, Inc. is a 501c(3) charity supporting men and women in recovery
You are receiving this email because we thought you may be interested in tabling at the Purple Paddle that will be happening on September 13, 2025, from 9-12 at Martinek State Park Boat Landing. We are very excited about this Caroline Goes Purple Event in honor of Recovery Month I have provided the event flyer Read the Rest...
🌿 Flourish In Motion: FREE Weekly Holistic Wellness Series 🌿 This Saturday, September 13th | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hands-On Energy: Mini Reiki Sessions + Energy Balance Talk Ages 13+ Light Refreshments Provided 📍 Flourishing Minds Wellness Center 8890 McDonogh Rd, Suite 103 Owings Mills, MD 21117
We are excited to host the third annual Garrett County Walk for Recovery! We will walk to stomp out the stigma of addiction and celebrate recovery one step at a time
Free Community Event! Saturday, September 13th 11AM-5PM on Griscom Field. "Supporting a DRUG FREE Annapolis" All local drug and education organizations are invited. For more information call 954.850.9405!
We will be celebrating the strength and resilence of individuals and their families that are on their journey to recovery. This event will provide: food, door prizes, music, face painting, peer support, recovery speakers, resource vendors and harm reduction services
We’re back for our 5th year in a row and we aim to make it our best yet! In line with our mission and the spirit of our website, we are inviting local organizations and resources—such as treatment centers, nonprofits, police, and emergency services—to participate and share what they do to support our community. Our Read the Rest...
Road to Recovery conference is an annual conference during national recovery month that highlights hot topics within the field of addiction. Our theme, Illuminating Blind Spots in Addiction Research & Treatment, promises to bring new perspectives and groundbreaking findings for underrepresented populations in research. We are thrilled to announce addiction physician, bioethicist, author, and person Read the Rest...
Maryland’s Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Advisory Council was established in 2022 to provide recommendations regarding the use of prescription opioid-related legal settlement funds. As specified by state statute (Maryland Health General Article §7.5–903), the council consists of 12 members who serve for two years. Next ORF Advisory Council Regular Meeting (virtual) Monday, September 15, 2025 (1–2 Read the Rest...
Let me encourage you & your colleagues and networks to consider attending this free virtual symposium from On Our Own Maryland, "Making Sense of Medicaid" on September 17th. Deb Steinberg from the Legal Action Center and Caren Howard, Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy with Mental Health America will speak.
13th Annual Larry Spitzer "Sharing and caring" Golf tournament. Benefits the clients at Hope House.
Come hear from local experts, ask questions, and learn how substance misuse is impacting our community—and what we can do together to help.
Whether your celebrating your own recovery or showing your support, we hope to see you there!
Join us for this free, family-friendly event to celebrate and support those in recovery! Attendees will receive a t-shirt and water bottle (while supplies last). Recovery resources and information will be available. Come walk, connect, and celebrate! Featured activities include: DJRecovery PoetryLawn GamesGiveawaysNaloxone/Narcan® TrainingRock Painting & Face PaintingPeer Support Register Here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfHafvQZYqS11.../viewform Registration is highly recommended, Read the Rest...
Our 2025 Recovery Walk Speaker will be Ryan Leaf! Leaf is the CEO of RAM Consultant, Inc. as well as a college and NFL football game analyst for Westwood One Sports & the CFB lead analyst for CW Sports. He continues to host his SiriusXM radio show on NFL Radio and is an analyst with Read the Rest...
Tree of Hope's Recovery Wellness Retreat is designed to remove the stigma of recovery and substance use disorder. We are inviting the entire community to join us in a day of fun and education about substance abuse and mental health issues. This event will have recovery speakers, basketball tournament, volleyball tournament, vendors selling recovery items Read the Rest...
We want to be able to bring attention to overdose in a holistic way. We want to utilize football season, to spread awareness.
Join us for our annual Golf Outing GOLFERS MUST BE 21 YEARS OLD OR OLDER This year’s outing will once again be hosted at Winters Run Golf Club. Time is available in the morning to hit the driving range and prepare for the day. We will promptly begin at 9am with a shotgun start. In Read the Rest...
The Evolve KidsCare Charity Golf Tournament is an annual event dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of families affected by substance use. Now in its fourth year, the tournament invites golfers, sponsors, and community partners to come together for a fun and impactful day on the course. Proceeds from the event directly Read the Rest...
Please submit your questions to: [email protected] Share this info and don't forget to register: https://www.hopehousemd.org/events
Coppin State University's Department of Psychology, Counseling, and Behavioral Health is thrilled to unveil a groundbreaking partnership with celebrated filmmaker and CSU alumnus Devin Walker for a transformative initiative. As part of this dynamic collaboration, we will host an exclusive screening of Walker's latest film, Fight the Stigma, a powerful documentary illuminating Baltimore's courageous battle Read the Rest...
September is National Recovery Month, a time to show support for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders. To mark this occasion, MACS and Maryland BHIPP are hosting a live, virtual CME webinar next Thursday, September 25, at noon.
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
A day for peers to network. Inspirational speaker, breakfast and lunch included in day's activities. 9AM-2:30PM
Our 5K Race to Embrace Independence directly supports Marian House's mission and is our most important annual fundraiser. Marian House is a holistic, healing community for women and their children who are in need of housing and support services. We provide a safe, sober, and loving environment that challenges women to respect and love themselves, Read the Rest...
Join us for a family friendly event as we walk a mile to help show support for those in recovery and for those who still struggle with substance misuse.
The Annual Fall Festival, which was earlier known as The Arts & Crafts Festival. Local artists, businesses, and food vendors will be there to showcase their work.
💜 Bring the whole family for: - Live Entertainment & Music - Face Painting - Foam Machine & Dunk Tank - FREE Raffle Prizes - Food Trucks - Tons of Family Fun! Let’s come together in purple to raise awareness, show support, provide resource information, and celebrate recovery in our community.
Behavioral Health System Baltimore is hosting a Recovery Month celebration focused on connection, support, and community wellness. Participants will receive behavioral health and wellness resources from local organizations, enjoy free food, and enjoy live entertainment. Facebook: bhsbaltimore Instagram: bhsbaltimore LinkedIn: Behavioral Health System Baltimore X: BHSBaltimore
Welcome to the MATClinics Mobile Treatment Unit Open House! Join us at 40 S Dundalk Ave for an exciting event where you can learn more about our mobile treatment services. Come meet our team, tour the mobile unit as well as our Dundalk office, and discover how we bring quality care directly to our community. Whether you're curious Read the Rest...
FREE, Healthy Food Distribution, Health Screenings, Voter Registration.
Open to the community, OkSOBERfest provides the fun of an Octoberfest fall festival without the focus on beer. The young and young-at-heart can enjoy a variety of activities, from our featured Inflatable Races to a balloon drop, and old school cake walk, pumpkins, crafts, food, and live music.
We are hosting our Annual Fish Fry on October 11th
The Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council is chaired by Lt. Governor Aruna Miller and includes representatives from 18 state agencies working to reduce overdose morbidity and mortality in Maryland. The advisory council shares data related to the overdose crisis across agencies and provides strategic guidance for increasing access to substance use care and addressing disparities Read the Rest...
The 7th Howard Community College Public Safety Day 2025 on Friday, October 17th from 11:00 am –2:00 pm in the quad and HVPA Lobby. By participating you will have the opportunity to talk with HCC students, alumni, and members of the community about safety. This year we will be teaming up with our third annual Fall for All! Read the Rest...
Families from Maryland and across the country gather to turn our pain into purpose to help save lives, raise awareness and provide resources to all.
Join Johns Hopkins in helping to stop prescription drug misuse. On October 25, Johns Hopkins Medicine will be participating in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Drive up and drop off your unused or expired prescription medications. Our on-site staff will dispose of them for you safely and securely. No questions asked. This event will be Read the Rest...
Come together in a welcoming space designed for individuals in treatment and recovery. This is a place to connect, share, and find encouragement in a relaxed and understanding environment. Enjoy light refreshments, engaging activities, and meaningful moments with others on the journey. There will be no set agenda and if crafting isn’t your thing, that’s Read the Rest...
Come together in a welcoming space designed for individuals in treatment and recovery. This is a place to connect, share, and find encouragement in a relaxed and understanding environment. Enjoy light refreshments, engaging activities, and meaningful moments with others on the journey. There will be no set agenda and if crafting isn’t your thing, that’s Read the Rest...
Join us to connect over coffee and give back to those in need! We will be collecting winter clothing to donate to men and women in need of items to combat the cold weather. Refreshments, networking, and service will all take place! We hope to see you there!
The Summit brings together policymakers, community leaders, businesses, and advocates to advance rural prosperity across the state. Your sponsorship supports vital conversations, connections, and collaborations that strengthen Maryland’s rural communities.
Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is hosting a webinar on Thursday, November 20, 2025, to provide a high-level and comprehensive overview of Maryland’s Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF). This webinar will address the prescription opioid settlement landscape in Maryland, with information about finalized settlements and estimates, allowable spending, the distribution of funds to local partners, and much more Read the Rest...
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland's Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
Online Input Survey regarding Baltimore County Overdose Response Priorities that help guide spending of the Opioid Abatement Funds. Survey will remain open until December 30th! Anyone with a vested interest in Baltimore County is encouraged to share their thoughts.
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland's Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
Medetomidine is a veterinary anesthetic used to sedate animals, and it has recently been found in the illicit drug supply here in Wicomico County. This training will provide important information about this emerging public health concern and how we can work together to raise awareness and protect our community!
Direct input from community members who have been impacted by substance use and overdose is an essential component of Maryland’s overdose response strategy. To help facilitate public input, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller is impaneling a Citizen Advisory Workgroup to provide recommendations to the MORAC from the perspective of individuals in Maryland who currently or have previously Read the Rest...
Thursday, January 15, 2026 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM State House – Governor’s Reception Room Annapolis, MD Vimeo Link: https://vimeo.com/event/4006298 The Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council is chaired by Lt. Governor Aruna Miller and includes representatives from 18 state agencies working to reduce overdose morbidity and mortality in Maryland. The advisory council shares data related Read the Rest...
Tuesday, January 20, 2025 (3–4 pm) – Helping Up Mission CEO Daniel Stoltzfus will moderate a panel discussion with Helping Up Mission staff about navigating barriers to care for people who use drugs and those in recovery. Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/ams-gudb-yhy
Direct input from community members who have been impacted by substance use and overdose is an essential component of Maryland’s overdose response strategy. To help facilitate public input, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller is impaneling a Citizen Advisory Workgroup to provide recommendations to the Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council (MORAC) from the perspective of individuals in Maryland who Read the Rest...
Maryland’s Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Advisory Council was established in 2022 to provide recommendations regarding the use of prescription opioid-related legal settlement funds. As specified by state statute (Maryland Health General Article §7.5–903), the council consists of 12 members who serve for two years. Wednesday, January 28, 2026 (virtual) Time: 1–2 pm Meeting Link Meeting Read the Rest...
Announcing Maryland’s Second Annual Overdose Prevention Awareness Advocacy Day Rally! This event will bring together individuals and organizations committed to raising awareness and advocating for meaningful action to address the impacts of the overdose crisis in our communities. Featured speakers include Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller, Special Secretary of Overdose Response Emily Keller, and other state Read the Rest...
Direct input from community members who have been impacted by substance use and overdose is an essential component of Maryland’s overdose response strategy. To help facilitate public input, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller is impaneling a Citizen Advisory Workgroup to provide recommendations to the Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council (MORAC) from the perspective of individuals in Maryland who Read the Rest...
Direct input from community members who have been impacted by substance use and overdose is an essential component of Maryland’s overdose response strategy. To help facilitate public input, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller is impaneling a Citizen Advisory Workgroup to provide recommendations to the Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council (MORAC) from the perspective of individuals in Read the Rest...
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
Direct input from community members who have been impacted by substance use and overdose is an essential component of Maryland’s overdose response strategy. To help facilitate public input, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller is impaneling a Citizen Advisory Workgroup to provide recommendations to the Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council (MORAC) from the perspective of individuals in Read the Rest...
Direct input from community members who have been impacted by substance use and overdose is an essential component of Maryland’s overdose response strategy. To help facilitate public input, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller is impaneling a Citizen Advisory Workgroup to provide recommendations to the Maryland Overdose Response Advisory Council (MORAC) from the perspective of individuals in Read the Rest...
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
SAVE THE DATE! Maryland's Office of Overdose Response is pleased to announce the return of our in-person Best Practices Conference! This will bring together leaders, practitioners, individuals with lived experience, and community partners to strengthen our collective efforts to reduce overdoses across Maryland and to increase pathways to substance use recovery. Details on how to Read the Rest...
Maryland’s Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Advisory Council was established in 2022 to provide recommendations regarding the use of prescription opioid-related legal settlement funds. As specified by state statute (Maryland Health General Article §7.5–903), the council consists of 12 members who serve for two years. Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (in person) 4–5 pm Crowne Plaza, Annapolis Read the Rest...
Buprenorphine Access Workgroup As required by Maryland House Bill 1131 of 2025, Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is convening a workgroup to study access to buprenorphine in the state. The workgroup will examine a variety of topics related to the current status of buprenorphine services in Maryland, including access to care, regions with gaps in services, Read the Rest...
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