Flagler OARS and Discover & Recover St. Johns, both non-profit organizations dedicated to supporting recovery from substance use disorder, are excited to remind the community about its 4th Annual Recovery Music Festival on Sat., September 21st, 2024. This FREE event is designed to celebrate recovery, spread messages of hope, and support individuals on their recovery journey.
“We’re blown away by the interest and excitement from the community about our event on the 21st!” said Pam Birtolo, Executive Director of Flagler OARS. “With 11 awesome food trucks and 50 vendors, we’ve got plenty to satisfy your taste buds and keep your ears entertained,” Pam added.
Live music includes performers and bands, featuring Grammy-nominated American folk singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier, and local favorites Mandalla, Musical Charis, Twins’ Finnegan, Feedback The Band, and Jay Wirth.
The event takes place during National Recovery Month, which is held to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices. It celebrates the nation’s strong recovery community and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery possible. Initiated by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in 1989, this month-long observance aims to increase awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders while celebrating those in recovery.
Donations may be made at any time and in any amount. Current sponsors include Flagler Radio, Epic Behavioral Healthcare, SMA, Advent Health, The Bike Men of Flagler County, Foundations to Freedom,La Amistadd, SJRP, eWheelz, HercRentals, Emergent, Volusia Recovery Alliance, NARCANDirect, and Live Love Life Community Healthcare.