UPCOMING SPECIAL Events

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Tasty Tempting Tacos!

Friday, May 5, 2023 -3:00 to 4:30 pm 

Join us on Cinco de Mayo for a hands-on cooking workshop as we explore the possibilities of tacos. You'll get to taste the recipe and go home with a few delicious recipes to try on your own!

About Our Educator: 

As a registered and licensed dietitian, Morgan offers nutrition counseling, store tours, and classes at the ShopRite of Bethlehem. 

A special shout out to ShopRite of Bethlehemfor providing this program to our community.

Space is very limited! Email info@oasisbethlehem.org to register.

Half-Day Immersive Retreat for Women

Sunday, May 7, 2023 - 1:00 to 4:30 pm 

Life is filled with situations that are painful and sometimes heartbreaking. We can sit and lament the hard questions of "why me?" and "how could this happen?" or we can eventually choose to accept what is, let go of what was, and focus on what can be.

What are you struggling to accept? Why is acceptance so important! Explore how the practice of acceptance can free us from turmoil and propel us to a thriving life. Based in the science of positive psychology, you will...

• Participate in activities and interactions
• Learn self-soothing techniques
• Develop a personal acceptance action plan.

Space is limited! Email info@oasisbethlehem.org to register.

May 19-21, 2023  - St. Francis Center for Renewal 

We are excited to bring you our 2nd annual retreat for Lehigh Valley women who've lost a loved one in the opioid epidemic. 

This year's guided retreat will feature: 

• Opportunities to listen, share, relax, and refresh
• Interactive gatherings and creative activities
• Daily yoga, nature walks, optional massage 
• Remembrance ceremony, campfire, optional farm tour 

Download the flyer & registration form below.

Sat., Sept. 17, 2022 - 9:30am to 5:30 pm

Join Northampton County Executive, the Honorable Lamont McClure ….

and the Friends of OASIS for our 4th annual Family Recovery Day! This year's program invites you to...

• Listen to keynote speaker Rebecca West Hensinger - USOA Mrs. Pennsylvania 2022! Her talk is titled  “With opened eyes… a Mother’s journey of recovery” 
• Experience our programs by attending special abridged meetings featuring speakers 
• Learn how to administer Narcan and pick up a free box (while supplies last)! 
• Tour the Center for Humanistic Change's Mock Teen Bedroom! 
• Pick up a free medication lock box and medication disposal kit (while supplies last)!  
• Visit community resource tables! 
• Enjoy refreshments and family-friendly activities!

FREE Event but RSVPs through Eventbrite will be entered into a FREE gift basket drawing.

Sponsorship packages available. Community support groups contact us for information about resource tables. 

Displayed Annually Throughout September

This banner project aims to raise awareness of the opioid epidemic and reduce the stigma associated with substance use. The project recognizes the grief felt by families and friends in our community who have lost a loved one as a result of drug use. 

• The banners display photos; each signify the passing of someone cherished.
• Presents a poignant message that the tragedy of drug-related death is preventable, and those who are suffering should feel no shame in asking for help. 
• Displayed in Bethlehem on the SteelStacks campus of ArtsQuest beginning on August 31st (International Overdose Awareness Day) and throughout the month of September (National Recovery Month). 
• New banners are created each year and hung alongside previously created banners.  

Photo submissions are accepted by ArtsQuest only during the month of July each year. If you would like to be notified when the next submission portal is opened, email us at info@oasisbethlehem.org. Once the portal is open, complete the online form and upload your photo: bananafactory.org/angelsofthevalley/

This project is presented  by LVHN in partnership with Speak Up for Ben, Inc., and ArtsQuest.

Sat., August 20, 2022 - 1:00 to 3:00 pm

Join the Friends of OASIS on the beautiful grounds of the OASIS Community Center for a moving remembrance event honoring the precious lives lost in the opioid crisis and to substance-related causes. Event includes:

• remembrance ceremony
• grand release of butterflies by families
• fun and interactive family program about butterflies
• butterfly-themed craft activity and refreshments

Free to attend but butterflies must be purchased by August 10th via Eventbrite (one butterfly per ticket). After that date, contact us for availability.

This event also recognizes the first National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21st. Established in remembrance of those lost to illicit fentanyl poisoning.

Presented by Speak Up for Ben, Inc. 

Proceeds will benefit the bereaved families of the OASIS Community Center.