HOPE Sheds Light to host Fall Wellness Festivals

TOMS RIVER, N.J. - Oct. 14, 2021 - PRLog -- HOPE Sheds Light, a family-focused non-profit organization offering education, resources, support and hope to anyone impacted by substance use disorder, will host Fall Wellness Festivals in Monmouth and Ocean Counties this October to celebrate recovery and reduce the stigma surrounding substance use disorder.

The Ocean County Fall Wellness Festival will take place on October 17 from 11am to 2pm at the Keswick Center – 601 County Road 530 in Whiting. Attendees will enjoy hayrides, volleyball, a pumpkin patch, yoga, meditation, face painting, onsite vendors and a chance to win door prizes. Children are invited to come dressed in a costume to be part of a costume parade. The schedule of events is as follows:

• Phoenix Yoga: 11:30, 12pm
• Grab and Go Lunch: 12pm
• Live Concert with Yosi: 12:30pm
• Crystal Bowl Meditation: All day
• Door Prize Winners Announced: 1:30pm.

The Monmouth County Fall Wellness Festival will take place on October 24 from 1pm to 5pm. Attendees will enjoy arts and craft activities, yoga, a pumpkin patch and so much more. This event is sponsored by MonmouthCares.

"Last year's event was a huge success, and we are excited to see the community come together to support and celebrate friends and families directly impacted by substance use disorder," said Pamela Capaci, CEO of HOPE Sheds Light. "Through events like these, we are able to show the community that recovery is possible, and we can make a difference together."

About HOPE Sheds Light, Inc.

HOPE Sheds Light, Inc. is an IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 46-3910504) that is supported by friends and families directly affected by substance use disorder and found recovery through continuous love, support and understanding. The mission of HOPE Sheds Light is to raise awareness and educate individuals, families and the community about the impact of substance use disorder by having the courage to share personal experiences and offer strength, wisdom, hope and resources that lead to positive community change and long-term recovery. To learn more, please visit http://www.HOPEShedsLight.org.