Join the nationwide recovery movement and be part of a transformative event in Cedar Rapids! On Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, the Mobilize Recovery Across America Bus Tour will stop at Bart's Farm in Marion, Iowa.
Together, we can create positive change for Cedar Rapids!
Special Guest Speaker Charlie Engle!
Writer, adventure athlete, speaker, and sober advocate. He wrote the bestselling Running Man (Scribner) and was a senior producer of ABC's Extreme Makeover Home Edition just before partnering with Matt Damon on a 5,000-mile run across the Sahara Desert (Charlie ran, Matt produced and narrated the film Running the Sahara). Together, they helped create WATER.org, one of the world's top
clean water nonprofits.
Also Featuring:
- Kenyon Murray: Founder of Leave Your Legacy
- Andrew Gallagher: Local advocate
- Jeffrey Johnston: CEO & Founder, Brightn
- Rod & Deb Courtney: Founders and Co-Directors of CRUSH Recovery Community Center
- Steve Hill: Area Substance Abuse Council
- Sherrie Watkins: Opioid Response Network
Event Highlights:
- Sign the Bus: Leave a message of hope, celebrate recovery, or honor a loved one.
- Memorial Tribute: Remember those lost to addiction and inspire those still fighting.
- Expert Speakers: Learn from leading voices in addiction, recovery, and mental wellness.
- Connect with Leaders: Engage with local officials, community leaders, and recovery advocates.
- Overdose Prevention: Get free Naloxone and life-saving training.
- Day of Service: Participate in Narcan training and community outreach initiatives.
- Resource Fair: Discover valuable resources from local organizations and businesses focused on mental health, recovery-ready workplaces, and youth support.
- Youth & Family Empowerment: Find tools and strategies for supporting young people and families on their recovery journeys.
Be part of the solution! Your presence and participation will help shape the future of recovery in Cedar Rapids.
RSVP Today: Help us ensure a successful and impactful event for everyone. Let's show Iowa the strength and resilience of our community!
This event is organized locally in partnership with Brightn, ASAC, CRUSH, and Partnership to End Addiction.
This bus tour receives cornerstone support from iHeartMedia, Meta, and SAMHSA.
Event Details
event_title: Mobilize Recovery is coming to Cedar Rapids, IA!
event_time_zone: America/Chicago
event_start: October 02, 2024 14:30
event_duration: 240
event_end: October 02, 2024 18:30
event_address: 7307 Alburnett Rd, Marion, IA 52302, United States
event_description: Join the nationwide recovery movement and be part of a transformative event in Cedar Rapids! On Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, the Mobilize Recovery Across America Bus Tour will stop at Barts Farm in Marion, Iowa.Together, we can create positive change for Cedar Rapids!Special Guest Speaker Charlie Engle! Writer, adventure athlete, speaker, and sober advocate. He wrote the bestselling Running Man (Scribner) and was a senior producer of ABCs Extreme Makeover Home Edition just before partnering with Matt Damon on a 5,000-mile run across the Sahara Desert (Charlie ran, Matt produced and narrated the film Running the Sahara). Together, they helped create WATER.org, one of the worlds topclean water nonprofits. Also Featuring:Kenyon Murray: Founder of Leave Your LegacyAndrew Gallagher: Local advocateJeffrey Johnston: CEO & Founder, BrightnRod & Deb Courtney: Founders and Co-Directors of CRUSH Recovery Community CenterSteve Hill: Area Substance Abuse CouncilSherrie Watkins: Opioid Response NetworkEvent Highlights:Sign the Bus: Leave a message of hope, celebrate recovery, or honor a loved one.Memorial Tribute: Remember those lost to addiction and inspire those still fighting.Expert Speakers: Learn from leading voices in addiction, recovery, and mental wellness.Connect with Leaders: Engage with local officials, community leaders, and recovery advocates.Overdose Prevention: Get free Naloxone and life-saving training.Day of Service: Participate in Narcan training and community outreach initiatives.Resource Fair: Discover valuable resources from local organizations and businesses focused on mental health, recovery-ready workplaces, and youth support.Youth & Family Empowerment: Find tools and strategies for supporting young people and families on their recovery journeys.Be part of the solution! Your presence and participation will help shape the future of recovery in Cedar Rapids.RSVP Today: Help us ensure a successful and impactful event for everyone. Lets show Iowa the strength and resilience of our community!This event is organized locally in partnership with Brightn, ASAC, CRUSH, and Partnership to End Addiction.This bus tour receives cornerstone support from iHeartMedia, Meta, and SAMHSA.
