Betting on Consequences: Understanding the Impact of Gambling (in-person)

Schedule

Thu Jun 18 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

335 Broad St | Manchester, CT

This is a community forum bringing together a panel of leading experts in the field of problem gambling.
About this Event

This is to sign up for our in-person tickets. If you are looking to join this event virtually, please register here.

Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking evening at the Root Center’s Community Forum, “Betting on Consequences: Understanding the Impact of Gambling.”

This event will feature a diverse panel of experts from a range of fields addressing the growing concern of problem gambling. Attendees will gain valuable insights from policymakers, clinicians, individuals with lived experience, and other professionals, offering a comprehensive and nuanced perspective on this important issue.

Guests are invited to enjoy light refreshments while attending in person at our Manchester facility, located at 335 Broad Street, Manchester, CT, or to participate virtually via Microsoft Teams. Please note that virtual registrations require approval prior to receiving access details.

Panelists:
Haley Brown - Prevention Specialist, DMHAS Problem Gambling Services
Rober Astur - UConn Associate Professor, Dept. of Psychological Sciences, Director of the Clinical Behavioral Neuroscience Lab
Allison Pons - Root Center Director of Operations, Oversees Problem Gambling services
Stephen Matos - Statewide Gambling Recovery Support, MCCA Bettor Choice Program
Mallory Schultz - Prevention Manager, CT Council on Problem Gambling

Where is it happening?

335 Broad St, 335 Broad Street, Manchester, United States
Tickets

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