April 25​

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day​

The West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF) is encouraging West Virginians to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. by safely disposing of unused or expired medications at collection sites across the state. Details at WVFF website

​

May 10-16​

National Prevention Week ​

National Prevention Week  is a public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country that are preventing substance use and misuse — and promoting positive mental health. Details & Toolkit at SAMHSA website

​

May 15-17​

Paddles with a Purpose​

Pickleball tournament and community fundraiser hosted by Recovery Point WV. Details on Nitro Athletic Complex Facebook 

 

May 20​

Flex Your Coalition and Community Prevention Capacity​

Strong coalitions are a cornerstone of effective community substance use prevention. This 90-minute webinar focuses on how coalitions can move beyond simply convening partners to intentionally building the relationships, structures, and capacities needed to support meaningful prevention work. We will review how prevention science and the public health approach can strengthen coalition efforts, helping participants better understand local needs, select appropriate strategies, and support implementation and sustainability over time, to achieve measurable impact. Hosted by WV Behavioral Health. Zoom presentation: 12-1:30PM. Free but register in advance. Details at WV Behavioral Health Website 

​

June 2-4​

Appalachia Builds: Breaking New Ground for Economic Growth​

The 2026 Annual Conference, Appalachia Builds: Breaking New Ground for Economic Growth, will be held in Starkville, Mississippi. Details at the Appalachian Regional Commission website

​

June 3​

Strengthening Connections with Veterans in Substance Use Treatment: Evidence-Based Approaches for Non-Military Providers ​

Hosted by WV Behavioral Health. Zoom presentation: 12-1:30PM. Free but register in advance. Details at WV Behavioral Health Website 

​

July 14​

ACT 101: A Flexible Approach to Mental Health ​

Hosted by WV Behavioral Health. Zoom presentation: 12-1:30PM. Free but register in advance. Details at WV Behavioral Health Website 

​

September 10-12​

Healing Appalachia Festival​

Staging at Ashland, Kentucky's Boyd County Fairgrounds, the seventh-annual Healing Appalachia will expand the benefit festival to three days after embracing its massive yearly acclaim with a shift to a larger venue last year. The full artist lineup for the festival, which unites giants of country, folk, roots rock, Americana and more in service of recovery and harm reduction for communities facing opioid addiction, has yet to be unveiled. Details at Healing Appalachia

​

September 28-30​

WVARR Best Practices Summit​

The West Virginia Alliance of Recovery Residences Best Practices Summit convenes operators, peers, affiliate leaders, researchers, advocates, and policymakers shaping the future of recovery housing. Details at WVARR website.

​

March 2027 (TBD)​

Recovery Day at the WV Capitol​

We know that recovery doesn’t end with housing, transportation, or peer support. Recovery also requires advocacy, with strong, informed voices helping shape policies and systems. That’s why we were excited to attend Recovery Advocacy Day at the West Virginia State Capitol in March of 2026, which saw the largest turnout in 12 years. Stay tuned for the 2027 date and plan to mark your calendar!