Recovery festival: In photos
The fourth annual Overdose Awareness 5K Run & Recovery Festival, hosted by the Brian Cody’s Brothers and Sisters Foundation, was held Aug. 25 on the New Milford Green. The goal of the event is to offer hope and healing to those impacted by substance abuse disorder.
Offerings included a 5K, kids' activities, art displays, vendor booths, guest speakers, live music, recovery advisory stations led by subject matter experts, local recovery provider booths, and Narcan training.
Deborah Rose/A variety of booths were available showcasing art, recovery information, and more.
Deborah Rose/A memorial walk, featuring signs illustrating those who lost their life to substance abuse, took attendees along the length of the Village Green.
Deborah Rose/Musical entertainment and guest speakers addressed those present throughout the day.
Deborah Rose/Groups of festival attendees were entertained by the movies of a magician and balloon twister.
Deborah Rose/Tony Morrissey, founder of Brian Cody's Brothers & Sisters Foundation, presents to author Jonathan Mendonca, local author of “Life on Life's Terms," a certificate naming him a Hope Dealer, a term given to those who spread positive messages on behalf of the foundation.
