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.
Submit Your Event
If you have an anti-drug related event that you would like publicized on the Operation UNITE website click here to complete an on-line submission form.
Thursday, March 4
Two workshops on methamphetamine will be presented by UNITE as part of a networking/information day at Union College in Barboursville as part of National Social Work Month. A variety of social work agencies will have displays about social work career opportunities in the area.
Saturday, March 6
A statewide symposium for medical professionals on prescription drug addiction and safety in the workplace will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Forum at the Hal Rogers Center in Hazard. CE credit hours available from 6 agencies.
Please RSVP by February 26.
For event and RSVP details click here.
To download promotional flyer Click here.
Monday, March 8
Second part of the UNITE Youth Leadership Training for the Big Sandy region, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg. You must have attended the first session. For information contact Becky Calhoun at 1-866-678-6483 or bcalhoun@centertech.com.
Thursday, March 11
A meeting to discuss reorganizing the former Perfect Vision UNITE Coalition will be held at 7 p.m. at the Lord's Gym of Jackson County in McKee. For details call 606-364-2218.
Thursday, March 11
A free community training on "Underage Alcohol and Drug Use: Developing a Street-Level Game Plan for Prevention" will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Morehead State University's Adron Doran University Center. For details and RSVP information click here to download flyer.
Friday, March 12
An evening of fun, games and inspiration with students from Northwestern College will be held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Lord's Gym in Jackson County. For information call 606-287-5673.
Tuesday, March 16
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
Thursday, March 18
First of six regional UNITE Coalition training sessions for anyone interested in making a difference within their community, 9 a.m. in the basement of the Morgan County Courthouse in West Liberty. For details contact your county's coalition coordinator, call 1-866-678-6483, or e-mail to bcalhoun@centertech.com.
Thursday, March 18
Second of six regional UNITE Coalition training sessions for anyone interested in making a difference within their community, 5 p.m. at the Big Sandy ADD, 100 Resource Drive, in Prestonsburg. For details contact your county's coalition coordinator, call 1-866-678-6483, or e-mail to bcalhoun@centertech.com.
Saturday, March 20
A free Hunting and Fishing Swap Meet will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the National Guard Armory in Monticello. Vendor space available for $10 per table. This second annual event is a fundraiser for the Kids Fishing Derby on June 5. Food is available for purchase. For details contact Rick Kempton at 606-307-7401.
Saturday, March 20
A presentation on how citizens can "help hurting families find hope" will be held at 6 p.m. in the Bath County High School gym. Learn how to address teenage pregnancy and the effects of drug abuse.
Tuesday, March 23
Third of six regional UNITE Coalition training sessions for anyone interested in making a difference within their community, 9 a.m. at the Community Church of Manchester, 110 Clay County Shopping Center in Manchester. For details contact your county's coalition coordinator, call 1-866-678-6483, or e-mail to bcalhoun@centertech.com.
Tuesday, March 23
Fourth of six regional UNITE Coalition training sessions for anyone interested in making a difference within their community, 5 p.m. in the Moonbow Room at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park. For details contact your county's coalition coordinator, call 1-866-678-6483, or e-mail to bcalhoun@centertech.com.
Wednesday, March 24
An orientation meeting for a free 20-week training to become a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will be held at 6 p.m. at the KCEOC Community Action WIA Office on Court Square in Barbourville. Call 606-546-2639 to sign up or for more information.
Thursday, March 25
The regional UNITE Youth Leadership Project scheduled for today in London has been canceled.
Friday, March 26
The regional UNITE Youth Leadership Project scheduled for today in Hazard has been canceled.
Tuesday, March 30
Fifth of six regional UNITE Coalition training sessions for anyone interested in making a difference within their community, 9 a.m. at the Rural Law Enforcement Technology Center, 101 Bulldog Lane, in Hazard. For details contact your county's coalition coordinator, call 1-866-678-6483, or e-mail to bcalhoun@centertech.com.
Tuesday, March 30
Last of six regional UNITE Coalition training sessions for anyone interested in making a difference within their community, 5 p.m. at the Harlan Christian Church, 130 South 1st Street. For details contact your county's coalition coordinator, call 1-866-678-6483, or e-mail to bcalhoun@centertech.com.
April 2010
Saturday, April 10
A Neighborrs UNITED training for community members will be held at 5 p.m. in the Knox County District Courtroom in Barbourville. For details contact Claudia Greenwood at 606-546-915 or cgreenwo@barbourville.com.
Wednesday, April 14
A presentation on how to deal with customers who are under the influence of alcohol or other drugs will be given at the Nancy Branch of the Pulaski County Public Library at 10:30 a.m. For details contact Wanda Harper at 606-871-7475.
Thursday, April 15
A presentation on "Death by Drug Overdose" will be given to Social Work students at the Prestonsburg campus of Morehead State University. For details contact Jenny Melvin at 606-789-4233, 606-367-2923 or 606-297-5854.
Tuesday, April 20
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
Thursday, April 29
Pulaski County UNITE Drug Symposium, The Center for Rural Development in Somerset.
Friday, April 30
UNITE Coalition Action Plans for the 2010 second funding cycle are due in the Somerset office by 5 p.m. For details contact Becky Calhoun at 1-866-678-6483 or bcalhoun@centertech.com.
May 2010
Friday, May 4
Deadline for UNITE Clubs to submit their "Club of the Year" nominations. For details contact Becky Calhoun at 1-866-678-6483 or bcalhoun@centertech.com.
Tuesday, May 18
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
Tuesday, May 18
Two classes on methamphetamine awareness will be presented to Jackson Energy linemen and engineers that work outside. The first class is 8 a.m. at the London office (Route 290 and KY 30) and the second class is 2 p.m. at the McKee training building on KY 30 East. For information contact Gary Farmer at 606-364-9210 or garyfarmer@jacksonenergy.com.
Thursday, May 27
UNITE Service Corps year-end "Celebration of Service" luncheon.
Monday, May 31
Memorial Day Holiday. All UNITE offices will be closed.
June 2010
Saturday, June 5
Sixth annual Kids Fishing Derby will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cave Lake Event Park in Monticello. This free Hooked On Fishing-Not On Drugs event includes lunch. Each child will receive a door prize. Trophies to the top three finishers in each age group. For details contact Ray Vater at 606-307-5169 or raysvater@windstream.net.
Tuesday, June 8
UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs regional basketball camp with former UK all-star Jeff Sheppard, 4 p.m., at Leatherwood Elementary School in Perry County.
Thursday, June 10
UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs regional basketball camp with former UK all-star Jeff Sheppard, 4 p.m., at Leslie County High School.
Tuesday, June 15
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
Tuesday, June 29
UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs regional basketball camps with former UK all-star Jeff Sheppard. There will be two camps in Pike County: Phelps High School and East Ridge High School.
July 2010
Monday, July 5
UNITE offices will be closed for the Independence Day Holiday.
Thursday, July 8
UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs regional basketball camp with former UK all-star Jeff Sheppard, 4 p.m., at Jackson County High School.
Thursday, July 15
An expanded, all-day UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs regional basketball camp with former UK all-star Jeff Sheppard will be held at the Knott County SportsPlex.
Friday, July 16
Deadline to return application packets for this year's Camp UNITE (to be held July 27-30).
Tuesday, July 20
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
Tuesday-Friday, July 27-30
Fourth annual Camp UNITE, to be held at The University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg. To download a pdf camper/counselor application request form click here.
August 2010
Tuesday, August 17
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
September 2010
Tuesday, September 21
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
October 2010
Tuesday, October 19
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
November 2010
Tuesday, November 16
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
December 2010
Tuesday, December 21
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. in the board room of the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, 362 Old Whitley Road, London.
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