Registration closes October 1st
We have a few spots remaining for overnight attendance but act soon to secure one.
Join us for the weekend of October 10th through the 13th at the Fairview Lake YMCA in Stillwater, New Jersey for an inspiring gathering hosted by the Buddhist Recovery Network. This event will feature some of our most beloved BRN Academy speakers, including Kevin Griffin, Valerie Mason-John (Vimalasara), and Vince Cullen. We are also excited to introduce new voices such as Cathryn Jacob from Elsa Recovery and have topics to share from other members of the BRN network and board.
More event information and registration is available on our eventbrite page
Registrations close October 1st, register by September 9th for on site accommodations!
This is not just a conference; it is also intended to be a retreat. We will be sharing meals and lodging and including aspects of a retreat such as meditation, yoga, music, and other opportunities to hang out and get to know each other. Arrive Thursday for networking and meditation. Main programming starts Friday morning. Experience the beauty of Fairview Lake, nestled by the Delaware River Water Gap.
Thursday, Oct. 10th
- Registration and Check-In
- Dinner for Early Arrivals
- Informal Networking and Peer Support
Friday Oct. 11th
- Guided Morning Meditation
- Welcome
- Meet the BRN Board and Q&A
- Gratitude Meditation
- Compassion Workshop
- Process Addiction Panel
- Keynote Talk from Kevin Griffin
- Yoga
- Talk by ELSA Recovery + Q&A
- Recovery Sampler Meetings (Breakout Sessions)
- Campfire and Evening Discussions
Saturday, Oct. 12th
- Guided Morning Meditation
- What does Safer Sangha Mean to you? Community Talks hosted by Vimalasara
- Neurodiversity in Buddhist Recovery Workshop
- Keynote Talk: Beyond Recovery by Vimalasara
- Start, Build, and Sustain a Buddhist Recovery Meeting Panel
- A special guest presentation from Jay Dee Daugherty who was the drummer for Patti Smith.
- Recovery Sampler Meetings (Breakout Sessions)
- Open Mic Night Showcase (music, poetry, humor, etc.)
Sunday, Oct. 13th
- Guided Morning Meditation
- Keynote Talk on Forgiveness by Vince Cullen
- Rejoicing in the Event, Final Thoughts, and Closing Ceremony
We hope to see you there!
Registration closes October 1st
We have a few spots remaining for overnight attendance but act soon to secure one.
More event information and registration is available on our eventbrite page
With warmth and kindness,
The Buddhist Recovery Network Board
Questions can be sent to summit@buddhistrecovery.org