Many events have a link to a more detailed information sheet. Where there is no link you can go to that county's homepage for coalition contacts or call 1-866-OP-UNITE (1-866-678-6483). For links that do not work properly please notify Communications Director Dale Morton.
October 2007
Monday, October 1
A community meeting for all Bell County citizens to take action against drugs has been POSTPONED. A new date will be announced.
Thursday, October 4
"Sound Advice: The UNITE Hour," a live television show with call-in segment, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on WPRG Channel 5 in Harold. Provided by the Floyd County UNITE and UNITE Pike coalitions in partnership with Gearheart Communications. For information call 1-877-DO-UNITE.
Thursday, October 4
Second UNITE Bowl football game featuring McCreary and Rockcastle County High Schools, 7 p.m. at the Rockcastle High School stadium in Mt. Vernon. Special half-time program will recognize UNITE Clubs and feature special guests. For information contact John Hale at 606-256-4932, 606-451-1600, or 606-392-9119.
Saturday, October 6
A Hooked On Fishing, Not On Drugs program will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Heritage Park (Tourist and Convention Bureau Pond) located off Falls Road in London.
For details click here.
Saturday, October 6
A Celebrate Recovery reunion will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Steubenville Baptist Church in Wayne County. The event is free. All people who participated in any portion of the first year Celebrate Recovery group programs are invited for a time of fun, food and fellowship. For details contact Ray Vater at 606-307-5169 or mjvater@peoplepc.com.
Sunday, October 7
An anti-drug march and rally will be held for all Leslie County residents to become part of the solution and take back their communities from drugs. March begins at 2 p.m. from the new parking structure on Maple Street in downtown Hyden and will conclude with a rally in front of the Leslie County Courthouse.
To download a flyer click here.
Thursday, October 11
The Lexington Children's Theater will perform the popular play "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" at 7 p.m. in the Lee County High School auditorium. The program is free. For details contact Terry Tipton at 606-464-0494 or ttipton@centernetwork.net.
Friday, October 12
The Kentucky Faith-Based Coalition on Substance Abuse, Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities will hold a meeting and training at Barren River State Resort Park. For details contact Justina Keathley at 859-622-1227 or Lynn Posze at 502-564-4456, ext. 4486 or lynn.posze@ky.gov.
For a flyer and registration form click here.
Saturday, October 13
A "Take Me Fishing" HOFNOD community event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Martins Fork Lake at Smith (Harlan County). Food and fun for everyone. Please bring a child and help make a difference in the community one child at a time. All gear provided. For information contact Thomas or Joyce Heck at 606-574-9213.
To download a flyer click here.
Sunday, October 14
A county-wide "Prayer for Improvement" service will be held 3 p.m. at the Jackson County Area Technology Center.
For details click here.
Monday, October 15
UNITE will present a program on methamphetamine and prescription drugs to EMTs, ambulance service workers and other emergency responders beginning 5 p.m. at the Morgan County UK Technology Center.
Monday, October 15
Free movie night at the Owsley County High School library, 6 p.m. The movie to be shown is Cars. For details contact Gary Evans at 606-593-6363.
Tuesday, October 16
A Kentucky Prayer Focus meeting for citizens from across the state will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Community Church in Manchester. Lunch will follow. For information contact Doug Abner at 606-598-8871 or communitychurch@alltel.net.
Tuesday, October 16
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. at the London office.
Thursday, October 18
A training class for correction officers, Drug Court employees, Probation and Parole officers and substance abuse treatment providers will be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Jenny Wiley State Park in Prestonsburg. CEU training hours offered.
For details click here.
Thursday, October 18
A concert by the Christian-rock band Live Fish and presentation by Joe Farmer of First Priority will held at 7 p.m. at the Whitley County Middle School. There is no cost to attend this community prevention event. For details contact Lee Shroeder at 606-549-7001.
Friday, October 19
"Plant the Promise to be Drug Free" event on the courthouse square in Barbourville, 9 a.m. In recognition of Red Ribbon Week, all schools, businesses, civic groups, families and youth are invited to plant a red tulip to symbolize home and serve as a reminder to youth to stay away from drugs. Bulbs will bloom in April during National Alcohol Awareness Month.
Friday, October 19
Former University of Kentucky basketball star Jeff Sheppard will give an anti-drug presentation to students at Big Creek Elementary at 9 a.m. and at Oneida Elementary at 1 p.m. in Clay County. For details contact Eddie Warren at eddie.warren@clay.kyschools.us.
Saturday, October 20
A program on drug prevention and the role of the church volunteer will be conducted at 2 p.m. for the Pike County Christian Women's Annual Tea at Grace Fellowship Church. For details contact Debby Bailey at 606-433-7700.
Saturday, October 20
Pine Knot Primary's Bear Cubs UNITE Club and Family Resource Center will hold a free community drug awareness event druring the Red Maple Festival, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pine Knot Primary School. Event will include inflatables, car show, pig roast and arts and crafts. For details contact Debbie Sumner at 606-354-9373 or debbie.sumner@mccreary.kyschools.us.
Sunday-Saturday, October 21-27
"Paint Morgan County Red Against Drugs." Local businesses, civic groups, churches, law enforcement and government officials will be providing different activities with the schools as part of National Red Ribbon Week. The whole county is asked to "Plant the Promise" by planting tulips or putting red ribbons on all mailboxes or homes.
Monday, October 22
A free methamphetamine awareness program will be conducted at 5 p.m. at the Hyden City Hall. This program provides an overview to this highly addictive and very deadly drug. Participants will learn what signs to look for to identify potential meth labs and users, and a description of the Meth Check program piloted by UNITE for the state.
Monday, October 22
Former University of Kentucky basketball star Jeff Sheppard will give anti-drug presentations to students at Johnson Central High at 10 a.m. and at Paintsville High at 11 a.m. For information contact Coalition Coordinator Alisha Baldridge at 606-889-0422 or abaldridge@centertech.com.
Monday, October 22
Owsley County High School will kick-off Red Ribbon Week with a free school dance in the school gym. Program sponsored by Owsley County Anti-Drug Coalition in conjunction with the 21st Century Council. Time to be announced. For details call Gary Evans at 606-593-6363.
Monday, October 22
The Knox and Bell County UNITE coalitions will host a UNITE Golf Scramble at Pine Mountain State Resort Park, to be followed by a Hooked On Fishing-Not On Drugs event.
For details click here.
Tuesday, October 23
Open house reception for the WestCare Kentucky Hal Rogers Appalachian Recovery Center's second anniversary, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the facility, 10057 Elkhorn Creek, Ashcamp (Pike County). For information contact Diana Sykes at 606-754-7077 or diana.sykes@westcare.com.
Tuesday, October 23
An anti-drug community meeting for Bell County citizens to learn how they can become involved in the fight against illegal drugs will be conducted at 6 p.m. in The Commons at Pineville High School. Meeting sponsored by UNITE Bell County. Join your neighbors and elected officials in creating a safe environment for children and promoting substance abuse recovery efforts.
To download a flyer click here.
Tuesday, October 24
Operation UNITE will conduct a program to grandparents raising grandchildren, 1 p.m. at the Owsley County Senior Citizens Center in Booneville. Topics will include how to talk with these children about drugs, how to teach them to avoid drugs, and what programs UNITE has to offer. For details contact Stacie Noble at 606-436-3158.
Friday, October 26
Prestonsburg High School will host Shelby Valley High School in the Floyd County UNITE Bowl football game, 7:30 p.m. at the Prestonsburg High football field, 825 Blackcat Blvd. This anti-drug event will include informaton about the drug problems in the county and what people can do to help. Special announcements will be broadcast throughout the game, and a special trophy presentation will be held following the contest. For details contact Alisha Baldridge at 606-889-0422 or abaldridge@centertech.com.
Friday, October 26
A Neighborhood Watch training will be held at 6 p.m. at Ezel School in Morgan County.
Friday, October 26
Second UNITE Haunted Jail, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the third floor of the Bell County Jail. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children. For details contact Leigh Ann Saylor, 606-337-7046 ext 224 or leigha.sizemore@ky.gov.
Saturday, October 27
A "Scaring Away Drugs" activity will be held in Pike County featuring speakers and live entertainment. Watch for details.
Saturday, October 27
Second UNITE Haunted Jail, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the third floor of the Bell County Jail. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children. For details contact Leigh Ann Saylor, 606-337-7046 ext 224 or leigha.sizemore@ky.gov.
Monday, October 29
Former University of Kentucky basketball star Jeff Sheppard will give an anti-drug presentations to Letcher County students at Arlie Boggs Elemenetary School at 10 a.m., Cowan Elementary (grades 6-8) at 11:15 a.m., and West Whitesburg Elementary (grades 4-5) and Whitesburg Middle at the middle school at 1:30 p.m. For details contact Marie Coleman at 606-633-8160.
Monday, October 29
Second UNITE Haunted Jail, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the third floor of the Bell County Jail. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children. For details contact Leigh Ann Saylor, 606-337-7046 ext 224 or leigha.sizemore@ky.gov.
Tuesday, October 30
"Drugs are a Trick, Not a Treat" event at Old Mill Park in West Liberty (Morgan County) starting at 5 p.m.
For details click here.
Tuesday, October 30
Second UNITE Haunted Jail, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the third floor of the Bell County Jail. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children. For details contact Leigh Ann Saylor, 606-337-7046 ext 224 or leigha.sizemore@ky.gov.
Wednesday, October 31
Registration deadline for the UNITE "Celebrating Victories" Education Conference and Coalition Awards Luncheon to be held Friday, November 9 at the East Kentucky Expo Center in Pikeville. To RSVP call 1-866-OP-UNITE.
For the most up-to-date details about the event click here.
Wednesday, October 31
Hazard Community and Technical College is holding two special events - a department door decoration contest and a Drug Free Survivor Challenge.
For details click here.
Wednesday, October 31
A "Trick or Treat on Main Street" program will be hosted by the Lee County PEP Coalition from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Treats, games and fun for the whole family will be held in downtown Beattyville by the Wolly Worm Barn. For information contact Terry Tipton at 606-464-0494 or ttipton@centernetwork.net.
November 2007
Thursday, November 1
"Sound Advice: The UNITE Hour," a live television show with call-in segment, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on WPRG Channel 5 in Harold. Provided by the Floyd County UNITE and UNITE Pike coalitions in partnership with Gearheart Communications. For information call 1-877-DO-UNITE.
Thursday, November 1
The second year of Celebrate Recovery in Wayne County begins with a large group training and workshop, 6:30 p.m. at the ASPIRE Center (KY 90 and KY 1275 behind Krogers). Open Share groups and Step Studies for people with hurts, habits and hangups will be held. The groups will continue each Thursday evening.
Thursday, November 1
A free How To Drug-Proof Your Kids class will be offered free to parents and care-givers starting at 7 p.m. at the Owsley County Action Place in Booneville. This three-part class, presented by Linda Cox, will continue on Thursday, November 8 and Wednesday, November 14. You must attend all sessions to complete this education, prevention and intervention based program developed by Dr. James Dobson's Focus on the Family organization. Learn about drugs and the skills needed to help children make good lifestyle choices. For details contact Linda Cox at 606-593-6561 or lcfoxy@yahoo.com.
Saturday, November 3
A free 3-on-3 basketball tournament will be conducted on the SKCTC Cumberland campus beginning at 9:30 am.
For details click here.
Sunday, November 4
A McCreary County "Unity Prayer March" will be held at the McCreary Central High School track at 1:30 p.m. All citizens and churches are invited to participate to raise awareness about, and involvement in the fight against substance abuse. Speakers will include UNITE President/CEO Karen Engle and Pastor Doug Abner from Clay County. For details contact Tracey Skinner at 606-376-2322.
Monday, November 5 NOTE: The Rowan County Coalition recruitment dinner scheduled for today has been rescheduled for Friday, January 11, 2008. Watch for more details to come.
Tuesday, November 6
The Laurel County Juvenile Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony.
Wednesday, November 7
Nationally-known speaker and recovering methamphetamine addict David Parnell will conduct a workshop at 1 p.m. in the Van Meter Gymnasium on the HCTC Lees Campus.
Thursday, November 8
The Pike County Juvenile Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony for two participants at 4 p.m. in Judge Mullins' courtroom.
Friday, November 9
Please note the UNITE offices will be closed today for the "Celebrating Victories" Education Conference and Coalition Awards Luncheon to be held in Pikeville. To RSVP call 1-866-OP-UNITE.
For the most up-to-date details about the event click here.
Saturday, November 10
A Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs program will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College Harlan Campus. Food, fun and games for everyone. Please bring a child and help make a difference in the community. All materials provided. For information call Thomas or Joyce Heck at 606-574-9213.
Monday, November 12
The Clay/Jackson County Adult Drug Court will have a graduation ceremony for four participants. This is the first ceremony to be held in Jackson County.
Tuesday, November 13
An overview of the Operation UNITE education initiative and information on how to strengthen your community coalition will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Building at Elliott County High School in Sandy Hook. This free presentation, by UNITE Education Director Debbie Trusty, is for students, school personnel, government officials, law enforcement officers and the general public. For details contact Sally Green at 606-571-5293.
Thursday, November 15
A free Court Watch informational and training will be held 5 p.m. at the Hyden City Hall.
Thursday, November 15
The Perry County UNITE Coalition will hold a Volunteer Recruitment Dinner, 6 p.m. at the Hal Rogers Forum, Rural Law Enforcement Technology Center, 101 Bulldog Lane, Hazard. For more details click here.
Thursday, November 15
The Floyd County Adult Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony.
Friday, November 16
Jackson County High School "General Madness" and food drive kick-off, 7 p.m. This is the night the boy's and girl's basketball teams are introduced to the school and community. Admission is $2 or 2 cans of food to be donated to the Jackson County Food Bank. Food drive continues through December 18.
Friday, November 16
A drug awareness program will be presented to students in grades 3-6 at Stinnett Elementary School. For information contact Vicki Wooton at 606-374-3641.
Saturday, November 17
Former UK basketball star Jeff Sheppard will present a drug awareness presentation to youth from Candleridge Baptist Church and Gray Baptist Church at the Gray Baptist Church Family Life Center. For information contact Youth Director Terry Mills at 606-528-3493, 606-523-4003 or 606-524-7402.
Sunday, November 18
Thanksgiving Singspiration, 5 p.m. at the Morehead State University West Liberty Campus in Morgan County. This free event will feature area church choirs, worship teams and soloists. Bring a canned food item to be donated to the Morgan County Christian Social Services and finger foods or dessert for a fellowship supper. UNITE will also provide a drug-awareness program. For details contact Paul Casteel at 606-743-4356 or morunite@mrtc.com.
Monday, November 19
An adult/parent workshop on prescription and over-the-counter drugs will be presented at 6 p.m. in the McCreary Central High School auditorium. For details contact Brandi Coomer at 606-451-6762, 606-679-8501 ext. 16762, or brandi.coomer@kctcs.edu.
Monday, November 19
"Snack Pack Attack." The Mount Vernon Elementary and Rockcastle County High School UNITE Clubs will be collecting healthy snacks to be sent home in the backpacks of needy students who may need food over the weekends when school cafeterias are closed. For more information about the program contact Becky McNabb at 606-256-4816 or becky.mcnabb@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
Monday, November 19
Students at Rockcastle County Middle School will be treated to a free concert at 2 p.m. focusing on an anti-drug message and refusal skills as part of the practical living and arts and humanities core content assessment. For details contact John Hale at 606-451-1600 or johnhale@somersetchristian.com.
Tuesday, November 20
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. at the London office.
Tuesday, November 20
Students at Rockcastle County High School will be treated to a free concert at 2 p.m. focusing on an anti-drug message and refusal skills as part of the practical living and arts and humanities core content assessment. For details contact John Hale at 606-451-1600 or johnhale@somersetchristian.com.
Tuesday, November 20
Rockcastle County High School will hold its annual drug forum starting at 9:45 a.m. A panel of 18-20 doctors, lawyers, police, pharmacists, judges, school officials, social workers, health department personnel and others will field questions from students in the practical living classes. For details contact Darlene Martin at 606-256-4816 or darlene.martin@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
Tuesday, November 20
Mt. Vernon Elementary School will conduct "Kenna's Kitchen," providing Thanksgiving meals to the needy, at 6 p.m. For details contact Regina Hull-Brown at 606-256-2953 or regina.hull-brown@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
Tuesday, November 22
The Morgan County UNITE Coalition will hold a recruitment dinner, 6 p.m. at Morgan Central Elementary School, located on U.S. 46-West. This free event will include special speakers and information on how to become involved in local anti-drug efforts. For details contact Sharon Tharp at 606-743-4128 or morunite@mrtc.com.
Thursday-Friday, November 22-23
UNITE offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Tuesday, November 27
A presentation on prescription and over-the-counter drug abuse will be presented at 6 p.m. at the Life Skills Center, 1127 Main Street, Jackson (near the Courthouse). For details contact Karen Bunn at 606-666-7795.
Tuesday, November 27
A free Neighbors UNITED informational program will be conducted at 5 p.m. at Hyden City Hall.
Tuesday-Wednesday, November 27-28
A 15-hour course on "Preparing to Become a CADC" will be presented from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kentucky Rural Law Enforcement Technology Center in Hazard.
For details click here.
Wednesday, November 28
The Magoffin County Juvenile Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony at 5 p.m. at the Magoffin County Teen Scene.
Thursday, November 29
UNITE Clubs from the elementary, middle and high schools in Rockcastle County will collaborate to build a float for the annual Mt. Vernon Christmas parade, which begins at 6 p.m. on Main Street in Mt. Vernon. Students will man the float and pass out candy with an anti-drug message. For details contact Becky McNabb at 606-256-4816 or becky.mcnabb@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
Thursday, November 29
Miss Kentucky will be the guest speaker at a graduation ceremony for participants in the McCreary County Juvenile Drug Court program. Event will begin at 4 p.m. in the District Courtroom.
Friday, November 30
UNITE's Diversion Unit will speak to the Appriss company in Louisville about how UNITE has used the Meth Check program and present a meth awareness class to employees.
December 2007
Sunday, December 2
Third annual Clay/Jackson/Leslie Drug Court versus the WYMT News All-Stars fundraising basketball game, 6 p.m. at the Hyden Elementary School gym beside Mary Breckinridge Hospital in Leslie County. Admission is $3; children age 5 anad under free. All proceeds, donations and entry money will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For details call Dana at 606-672-2437, Vicki at 606-596-0278, or Karen at 606-813-6797.
Tuesday, December 4
UNITE representatives will discuss drug awareness, positive activities and positive role models during the Fall Festival Bash to be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the London-Laurel County YMCA. For information contact Lisa Hensley at 606-864-0723 or 606-309-3443.
Tuesday, December 4
The Whitley County Juvenile Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony and Christmas party for participants.
Thursday, December 6
"Sound Advice: The UNITE Hour," a live television show with call-in segment, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on WPRG Channel 5 in Harold. Provided by the Floyd County UNITE and UNITE Pike coalitions in partnership with Gearheart Communications. For information call 1-877-DO-UNITE.
Thursday, December 6
The Knox County Adult Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony for 10 participants at 6 p.m. in the Knox District Courtroom.
Friday, December 7
A U-Night concert for teens will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Somerset Christian School Auditorium in Pulaski County.
For details click here.
Saturday, December 8
A Living Free training seminar for the faith-based community will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Allen Baptist Church, 354 U.S. 23-North in Allen (Floyd County). Cost of the training is a $12 donation which includes lunch. For information contact Tom Nelson at 606-478-2836, Shirley Combs at 606-434-8400, or Teresa Younce at 606-791-1085.
To download a flyer click here.
Tuesday, December 11
The Lee County PEP Coalition will hold a recruitment dinner, 5 p.m. at Lee County High School. Former University of Kentucky basketball star Jeff Sheppard will be among the speakers. For details contact Terry Tipton at 606-464-0494.
Tuesday, December 18
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. at the London office.
Thursday, December 20
The Pike County Juvenile Drug Court program will be holding a Christmas Party for participants.
Friday, December 21
A free PEP/UNITE Bowling Tournament for youth in the Lee County school system will be held at 3:30 p.m. at the new bowling lanes in the Lee County Recreational Center on Highway 11 North. For information contact Josh Neiderman at 606-464-0494 or pepcoalition2@bellsouth.net.
Friday, December 21
UNITE Law Enforcement Director Dan Smoot will be the guest speaker at a graduation ceremony for the Breathitt County Juvenile Boot Camp program, 11:30 a.m. For details contact Nan Herald at 606-295-2272.
Saturday, December 22
"Santa's Wish: Be Drug Free" event in the Pikeville City Park, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
For details click here.
Saturday, December 22
Rowan County Adult Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony at 10:30 a.m. in the Rounty County Courthouse in Morehead. Speakers will include Kentucky Supreme Court Chief Justice Joseph Lambert and Justice Will T. Scott.
Monday-Wednesday, December 24-26
UNITE offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday.
Monday, December 31
Pike County New Year's Eve celebration featuring a Guitar Hero III tournament (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and Metalfest concert (9 p.m. to 1 p.m.) at the Old Weddington Theater on Second Street in Pikeville.
For details click here.
Monday, December 31
UNITE offices will close at noon for the New Year's holiday.
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