2026 Events
LLRC Hosted
Monthly Community Events
LLRC hosts a variety of free monthly and weekly wellness events designed to support the health, connection, and well-being of our community. These recurring gatherings bring local partners and LLRC staff together to provide accessible services for anyone who walks through our doors.
-What We Offer Each Month-
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15-Minute Reiki Sessions with Rina-Fey London
Once a month, Rina-Fey offers free 15-minute Reiki sessions to help community members relax, reset, and center themselves. Sessions are first-come, first-served.
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Free Community Haircuts with Kelsey Theriault
Kelsey provides free haircuts once a month for anyone in need. This service helps remove barriers to self-care and supports confidence and wellbeing.
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Weekly Friday Yoga with Lauren & Mikaela
Every Friday, LLRC staff Lauren and Mikaela lead a welcoming, beginner-friendly yoga class focused on movement, grounding, and community.
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HIV & Hepatitis C Testing with Angelea (Frannie Peabody Center)
Each month, Angelea offers free, confidential testing at LLRC with 20-minute results and the opportunity to talk privately about resources and next steps.
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Community Health Worker Drop-In with Alexa (Healthy Oxford Hills)
On the third Thursday of each month, Alexa from Healthy Oxford Hills hosts a drop-in session at LLRC.
She supports individuals of childbearing age with:
-navigating paperwork and systems
-attending appointments for support
-connections to services and resources
-advocacy tailored to individual needs
No appointment is needed — your first meeting is simply a conversation.
Monthly Community Event Info Flyers
Mountain Valley High School Job Fair
LLRC attended a Job Fair at Mountain Valley High School on March 13th to provide students with insight into careers within the field of Substance Use Disorder and addiction recovery as a whole. During the event, LLRC staff connected with students to share information about recovery coaching, peer support, and other roles that support individuals on their recovery journeys.
The event created an opportunity for students to ask questions, learn about real-world experiences, and explore career paths focused on helping others. LLRC appreciated the chance to engage with students and highlight meaningful work within the recovery field.
Diamond Art Making
In February 2026, Trey Ames introduced Diamond Art sessions to LLRC, and the activity quickly became a huge hit within the community. This continued event, every Tuesday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, regularly brings together community members in a relaxed and creative setting.
The group provided a welcoming space to connect while working on diamond art projects. Participants were able to focus on creativity, mindfulness, and social connection in a substance-free environment. Over time, this activity became a consistent opportunity for individuals to unwind, build routine, and enjoy time with others.
Mountain Valley High School Wellness Day
LLRC participated in Mountain Valley High School’s Wellness Day on February 13th. Hosted by MVHS and the River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition (RVHCC), LLRC worked alongside many other organizations to support student wellness and education.
LLRC staff Veronica and Lauren led four breakout sessions, sharing their personal recovery stories while students participated in an interactive Recovery Bingo activity. Students followed along with bingo sheets, marking off words and phrases as they were heard throughout the presentations, creating a more engaging and meaningful learning experience.
Following the sessions, LLRC hosted a resource table alongside the other organizations in the gym during the student lunch period, where staff members Anthony and Tommy connected with students, answered questions, and encouraged participation in upcoming community events, including the RVRS Winter Recovery Rally.
LLRC appreciated the opportunity to continue partnering with MVHS and RVHCC to provide education, reduce stigma, and create space for open conversations around recovery and wellness.
Point in Time
Count Event
On January 29th, LLRC provided space for the Oxford County Point-in-Time (PIT) Count Event, hosted locally by Rumford Group Homes as part of a nationwide initiative conducted annually across Maine and the country to better understand homelessness and housing instability.
The PIT Count gathers important data on unhoused individuals, living in temporary situations, or experiencing unstable housing. Community members were invited to come to LLRC to be counted and share information that helps inform local, state, and federal responses to housing challenges.
In addition to participating in the count, attendees were offered food and essential items to support those currently experiencing housing instability.
LLRC was glad to provide a welcoming and accessible space for this important community effort.
Job Fair
LLRC partnered with WorkSource Maine CareerCenter (Wilton Career Center) to host a Job Fair and Hiring Event on January 28th. With a total of 14 local businesses in attendance, the event filled LLRC’s newly expanded space and the OFCU Recovery Meeting Room, creating a busy and engaging environment for both employers and job seekers.
Community members had the opportunity to connect directly with employers who had open positions, ask questions, share resumes, and explore a variety of career paths. The event provided an accessible and supportive space for individuals looking to take the next step in employment.
