Creating and supporting lives of purpose by developing relationships in community through events and activities.
Working the earth, grilling fresh vegetables, grooming a horse, and creating an artistic masterpiece. Check it out!
Community In Connection.
Community In Connection is an initiative to bring people together in a safe, substance-free environment. Our Healthy Lifestyle Programming is a great way to support each other, learn a new skill, and have a great time doing it.
Holistic Natural Recovery Workshops & Events
Join us Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM at The Community Hub (9 Church St, Bernardsville) for CiC’s Holistic Natural Recovery Program!
*Times/locations may vary occasionally. Please click the flyer on the right to confirm.
Holistic Natural Recovery (HNR) is a multi-dimensional approach to recovery addressing your physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs. Sessions may include a combination of gentle movement, breath, as well as more holistic wellness offerings.
2/5/2026- Jin Shin Jyutsu
Jin Shin Jyutsu is a physio-philosophy Japanese practice that balances your body’s energy by using fingers and hands to eliminate stress and release tension. Learn more about JSJ and self-practice in this class.
2/12/26 – Contemplative Creative Writing
Tune in to your inner creativity with guided practices and prompts and discover what your heart wishes to express about love. You may be surprised by what you uncover!
2/19/2026 – Sound Bath
Sound is vibration—and so are you. Sound healing bypasses the thinking mind, helping your nervous system soften, reset, and return to its natural rhythm. Come receive the vibrations and return to your natural rhythm.
2/26/26- Drumming
Drumming facilitates a state of relaxation, joy, and a sense of well- being. In addition to learning rhythms, come develop tools to encourage wellness & social interactions available for us
Pizza and a Movie Night at The Hub
Saturday, February 7th | 6PM | The Community Hub | 9 Church Street, Bernardsville
Looking for a cozy, low-key night out this February? Join us for a movie and pizza night – come eat some carbs and relax with a movie in community.
COME AS YOU ARE – ALL ARE WELCOME!
Register HERE!
Questions? Contact Lori at lcarlson@communityincrisis.org
Planetarium Visit
COME FALL IN LOVE WITH THE UNIVERSE!
Here is your chance to fill your heart with wonder, connection and hope.
Spend time together under the stars and be reminded that you’re part of something bigger.
💜✨ ALL ARE WELCOME. SPACE IS LIMITED. ✨💜
• Location: The Planetarium at Raritan Valley Community College
• Arrive at 11:45AM. Show from 12-1:30PM
• Date: Saturday, February 14th
Register HERE!
Questions? Contact Lori via email at lcarlson@communityincrisis.org
Self Defense Workshop
Saturday, February 28th | 10:00AM – 12:30PM | The Community Hub | 9 Church Street, Bernardsville
Self Defense Workshop with Tom Tedeschi and Iron Horse Dojo.
NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
This workshop covers the vital areas of self-defense, including basic but effective strikes, kicking techniques, as well as reflex response. Instructed by Tom Tedeschi (Iron Horse Dojo), a karate expert with over 30 years of martial arts teaching experience.
Register HERE!
Questions? Contact Lori at lcarlson@communityincrisis.org
Canines for Recovery
YES! You heard it right. CiC has a dog-friendly All-Recovery meeting held every 3rd Saturday of the month.
Bring your pup on down and get ready for the coolest, slobberiest, meeting you’ve ever attended (we hope). This meeting open to all!
Friends, family, allies, pitties, corgis AND MORE! No dog? No problem! Throw yourself a bone and show up anyway!
The Community Hub
9 Church Street in Bernardsville
February 21st @ 11:00am
All breeds and sizes welcome, but must be well socialized and leashed at all times. Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Light snacks, beverages and doggy biscuits will be provided.
Questions? Contact Sarah: spopa@communityincrisis.org
Community Yoga
When? The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 6-7pm
Where? The Community Hub, 9 Church Street, Bernardsville, NJ
Feeling odd without Yoga? Join us on the 1st Tuesday of the month with Hatha Yoga with Karin.
Want to keep an even keel with your practice, join Dana for NIA Yoga Flow on the 3rd Tuesday of the month.
For additional info please reach out to Ken: kmusgrove@communityincrisis.org
Registration is through The Phoenix. Click on registration below to find the class.
Register Here
MEET US AT THE FOOD BANK
When? 2nd Tuesdays of Every Month: 10am – 2pm
Where? Franklin Food Bank: 224 Churchill Ave, Somerset, NJ
Hello Franklin Township residents! We will now be on site at the Franklin Food Bank on the second Tuesday of every month from 10 – 2. Here’s why… peer recovery specialists will be on hand to offer recovery support resources to those in, seeking, sustaining recovery including family members and allies. We could all use a little help from time to time, couldn’t we? <3
Free. Confidential. Convenient.
For information contact Ken Musgrove: kmusgrove@communityincrisis.org
Volunteer for CIC
Community in Crisis depends on the time and talent of wonderful volunteers to support them on a project by project basis or on an ongoing basis.
Skillsets and interests are matched with the volunteer work involved. All volunteer hours can count towards community service. Volunteers from middle school and up are welcome to apply to volunteer with Community in Crisis by emailing info@communityincrisis.org. We are always thrilled to hear from you!
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