Community Events

Presented by Drug Crisis in Our Backyard; providing tools, resources and actionable information for families looking to learn more about addiction. Register now.

Operation Parent is again joining forces with Arlene Rice whose life’s work is to provide hope to anyone dealing with addiction. She will present an informative webinar digging deep into the topic of teen opioid use, focus on how prescription pain pills can lead to heroin or fentanyl use. Arlene will teach you about the […]

Hosted by Mountainside: Connecting to your inner wisdom is a powerful tool for shifting your path. By setting intentions and being mindful of them, you can uncover your true self. During this introductory workshop, you will learn how to tap into your intuitive self to creatively express your desires and foster the life you want […]

Presented by Drug Crisis in Our Backyard, designed to help families transform their thinking about addiction and learn new ways to talk with loved ones to motivate positive behavior change. Register now.

Hosted by NAMI NYC: The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled an undeniable rise in xenophobia and anti-Asian racism, taking the form of everything from microaggressions to physical violence. This fear and violence has an impact on mental health -- on top of the effects of COVID losses and lockdowns. This event hopes to help the audience […]

Navigating the system of addiction can be an overwhelming task for families seeking help for their loved ones. This presentation will assist participants in understanding the various types of treatment options available, their definitions, and provide participants with a roadmap to guide families through the process of navigating the system of addiction. Arlene Rice. RN-BSN […]

In Honor of September being Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, NAMI Westchester and the Ossining Public Library are hosting a special presentation. You will hear firsthand experiences of the impact of suicide from a suicide survivor and a family member of a suicide survivor. A representative from the Westchester County Suicide Prevention Task Force will join […]

The Westchester County Youth Bureau invites high school students that identify as female and other community members to celebrate the Westchester County International Day of the Girl. The event will be engaging and interactive. This free event will be held virtually on Wednesday, Oct. 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. A meeting link will be […]

Register here for our WJCS Center Lane Youth Pride! Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with WJCS Center Lane! WHO: LGBTQ+ youth and allies ages 8-21 WHEN: Saturday, October 9, 2021 2-6 pm WHERE: Saxon Woods Park, 1800 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, NY 10605 For more info: Call: (914) 423-0610 Email: centerlane@wjcs.com Register now.

In this interactive, engaging and judgement-free workshop, national mental health speaker and author, Zach Westerbeck, will share his story of hitting rock bottom and how he learned to overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide. During the workshop, you will learn the fundamental tools you need to help support your child through their […]