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.
11/6/25 – Community Drumming Pt. 1
Come drum with us! No prior experience required and drums will be provided.
11/13/25 – Community Drumming Pt. 2
Join us for part II of this drumming series where we will expand on what we’ve learned!
11/20/25 – Contemplative Creative Writing
Tune into your inner creativity and join us for this engaging class.
12/4/25 – Qigong
This Chinese energetic practice combines physical movement, breathing, meditation & visualization to balance the body’s internal energy.
12/11/25 – Sound Bath
Join us for a calming sound bath led by Karin German. Gongs, singing bowls and other instruments will help relax your body and restore your mind.
12/18/25 – Nia Dance
A mix of movement that combines dance, yoga, & martial arts, this class will help you explore dance through your own rhythmic pattens and imagination.
Retro Rave Revival
Join Us for A Sober Rave!
Friday, November 21 | DJ Workshop 5:30 PM | Dance Party 6:30 PM|
Come party with us like it’s 1999 at CiC for Prevention and Recovery’s first-ever sober rave!
Learn to DJ, dance to your favorite 90s hits, and show off your creativity in our costume contest.
Categories include Funkiest Fit, Denim on Denim, Grungiest Garage Band, 90s Neon, and Y2K Digital Bug.
Wear what makes you happy—prizes will be awarded for creative costumes.
Where’s da party at? 9 Church Street, Bernardsville, NJ 07924
What time should I show up with the squad? Arrive at 5:30 pm to learn how to DJ, and 6:30 pm for the show!
Ready for the fun? Register HERE!
Questions? Contact Sarah: spopa@communityincrisis.org
Horses for A Healthy Lifestyle
Horses for a Healthy Lifestyle (HHL), part of our Community in Connection programming, is an equine interaction initiative in partnership with Mane Stream in Oldwick, NJ. This free program provides a unique opportunity for participants to connect with one another and build trust while engaging with horses in a safe, natural environment. Guided by EAGALA-certified professionals, participants develop new skills, enhance self-awareness, and experience personal growth through the horses’ intuitive and honest feedback.
Location: 83 Old Turnpike Rd, Oldwick NJ 08858
Date and time: Sat, Nov 8, 2025 @ 1:30 PM
Organizer: Lori Carlson, (973) 434-0911, lcarlson@communityincrisis.org
Ready to sign up? Register HERE!
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
November 15 @ 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
Holiday Parade & Cookie Party!
Happy Holidays! What better way to celebrate than by watching the annual holiday parade from the Hub’s cozy porch, followed by decorating holiday cookies with friends?
Join us Saturday, December 6th at 6pm for the Holiday Parade and stay for cookie decorating at 7:15pm.
Location: 9 Church St., Bernardsville, NJ 07924
Dust off that ugly sweater and flaunt your holiday spirit! And hey, if you ever wanted to dress up as an elf or Santa, now is your chance… optional, but encouraged.
Questions? Contact Lori at LCarlson@communityincrisis.org
Ready to sign up? Register HERE!
Vision Boarding Workshop
What’s your vision for the new year?
Join us for this awesome crafting workshop where we will be creating our very own vision boards!
Date: December 13, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Church St., Bernardsville, NJ 07924
Questions? Contact Lori at LCarlson@communityincrisis.org
Ready to sign up? Click HERE!
Community Yoga
When? Tuesdays from 6-7pm
Where? Community Hub, 9 Church Street, Bernardsville, NJ
Feeling odd without Yoga? Join us on the odd weeks of the month ( 1st, 3rd, and when applicable 5th weeks monthly) to offer Hatha Yoga with Karin.
Want to keep an even keel with your practice, join Dana for NIA Yoga Flow on the even weeks of the month (2nd & 4th weeks monthly).
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 Community in Connection will now be tabling on site at the Franklin Food Bank on the second Tuesday of every month 10-2.
Peer recovery specialists will be on hand to offer recovery support resources to those in, seeking, sustaining recovery including family members and allies.
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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