Healing Hands, Creative Hearts Event

Schedule

Sat Aug 08 2026 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-07:00
Location

Spokane Public Library - Central | Spokane, WA

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A free, family-friendly gathering in support of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31.
About this Event

Registration not required.

Hosted by Overdose and Substance Misuse Prevention Coordinator Amanda Dugger, the idea and name for the event came from a sleepless night a few years ago while reflecting on her personal experience with loss due to substance misuse.

“Healing Hands” is a chance for those affected by substance misuse, whether personally or through the loss of a friend or loved one, to honor their memory or find personal healing.

"Creative Hearts" is a nod to the creativity and artistic outlets that many people use throughout their recovery journey.

The event will feature :

  • A resource fair
  • Live performers
  • Fun activities
  • Panel with guest speakers, including:
    Kitara Johnson-Jones
    Gabriel’s Challenge, CEO
    Brenton Sconce
    BEAR Foundation, Founder
    Community Members with Lived Experiences:
    Darrel, Nick, and Christine

Attendees will also be invited to create memorial lanterns in honor of loved ones. These lanterns will serve as symbols of love, remembrance, and resilience and will be displayed at the Central Library on International Overdose Awareness Day, with participants’ permission. We hope to see you there!



Agenda

🕑: 11:00 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Host: Amanda Dugger
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel Discussion with Guest Speakers
Host: Kitara, Brenton, Darrel, Nick, and Christine
🕑: 12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Resource Fair
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Where is it happening?

Spokane Public Library - Central, 906 West Main Avenue, Spokane, United States

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