Sans Bar: Refilled
Sans Bar - St. Louis is back by popular demand! Join us Saturday, November 2nd for Sans Bar: Refilled. It will be a night of good times & good vibes sans alcohol. Unlimited handcrafted AF (alcohol-free) beverages, music by dj vThom, late night food, mingling, and a few more surprises. Oh, and the best part - you’ll be able to remember it all the next day. It's going to be a boooooze free bonanza - costumes optional.
Youth Advocacy Training
This training will equip teens with the tools to effectively use their voices to advocate for law and policy changes with regard alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. It is open to both high school students and sponsors who work with teens (counselors, teachers, other professionals, etc). The event is free but registration is required. This event is sponsored by the Elevate Youth Coalition in partnership with The American Cancer Society and Just for Kidz. Elevate is a group of teens who…
NCADA Heroin/Opioid Remembrance and Resource Event
NCADA’s 4th Annual Heroin/Opioid Remembrance and Resource Event is a benefit to remember those lost to our region’s opioid epidemic, to celebrate those in recovery, and to provide resources to families coping with substance use issues. This event will feature a delicious Italian appetizer buffet with open seating. Throughout the evening, we will hear from various speakers on their unique role in addressing the heroin and opioid epidemic. Bartolino's is located at 2103 Sulphur Ave, St. Louis, MO 63139 (next to Drury…
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training – Lincoln County
Youth Mental Health First Aid is a one-day training that teaches participants how to provide initial help to young people experiencing mental health problems such as depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis and substance use disorders. This program is designed for adults who interact with youth ages 12-18. The information presented will help you: Be aware of some basic signs and symptoms of the most common mental health disorders among youth Recognize potential warning signs exhibited by youth with mental health issues…
Coalition on Addictions
This month’s speaker and topic: Dr. Alex Ramsey, Washington University: “Genomic Applications for Smoking Cessation and Smoking-related Diseases” The St. Louis Coalition on Addictions is an NCADA program that brings together individuals concerned about addiction. It provides a forum for networking, for learning and advocacy about the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs, and for discussion of other addictions. Participation is open to anyone interested in the prevention and treatment of addictions. Lunch is provided free of charge…
Trauma & Substance Use Awareness Training for Justice Professionals – Kansas City
The goal of this program is to provide law enforcement (with an emphasis on interviewers and interrogators), attorneys, and guardians ad litem with the necessary education and tools to understand and successfully communicate with children while minimizing trauma. This event is free, however, registration is required. Registration: This program is funded by the Missouri Task Force on Children’s Justice.
Everyone’s an Asset Builder
Everyone’s An Asset Builder is a highly motivating, interactive workshop that explores the paths anyone can take to increase the number of Developmental Assets in the lives of young people. Developmental Assets are a set of 40 research-based strengths and supports that enable young people to develop into successful and contributing adults. This workshop is for adults and youth who care about our community's well-being and future. You'll learn: 40 factors that contribute to healthy development. How you can be an active…
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