National Alcohol and Recovery Addiction Month, Recovery Rally The 20th Anniversary

I just came across this. What an inspiration to all of us who are overcoming alcohol and drug addictions. The 20th anniversary of National Alcohol and Drug addiction month is coming up in September 2009 and you can join in by participating in the Recovery Rally.

See below for details:

On Saturday, September 12th join thousands in NYC to celebrate the 20th anniversary of National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Together, we can raise national awareness that addiction is a treatable disease, and recovery is possible!

What is the Recovery Rally?

A FREE public event to celebrate people in recovery and pay tribute to those who support them.

The rally features a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge to reinforce the message that anyone can cross their own bridge to recovery.

The celebration begins in Foley Square with live entertainment, guest speakers and celebrity appearances!

Where does the event start?

Check-in at Foley Square in downtown Manhattan. Come early for pre-walk activities including a warm-up, musical performance and special guest speakers

When should I arrive?

Please plan on arriving at Foley Square by 8:30 AM to check-in. On-site registration will remain open until 9:00 AM.

How do I get to the Recovery Rally?

Public transportation makes it easy to get to Foley Square.

From New York City, you can get to the rally by subway, bus, or LIRR.

• Subway – Take the 4, 5, or 6 line to Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall.
  Take the 1, 2,3, J, M, or Z line to Chambers Street.
  Take the R or W line to City Hall.
• Bus – Take the M1, M6, M15, M22, M103, or the B51 to City Hall.
• LIRR – Take the LIRR to 34th St. Penn Station. Transfer to the A Train Downtown and get off at Chambers St.

If you’re driving to Foley Square, please see the directions below. Click here for a list of available parking garages nearby. You can also use Mapquest by simply typing in the intersection of Duane Street, Lafayette Street, Centre Street and Pearl Street.

Click here for full info

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