Strategic Prevention Partnerships

Community Council
2026-04-03 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-03-06 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-02-06 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Bringing together organizations and community members across Newport County to strengthen our behavioral health system of care. The Council works collaboratively to share resources, identify gaps, and improve access to services for individuals and families in Newport County. Community Council meets the first Friday of each month from 1:30-3:00pm.

Rainbow Resilience
2026-04-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-25 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-18 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-11 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-04 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | EBCAP Recovery Center Newport, 23 Marlboro Street, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Rainbow Resilience is an affirming, peer-led recovery and wellness group for LGBTQIA+ adults (18+) navigating substance use and/or mental health challenges. The group offers supportive discussion, community connection, and opportunities to build resilience together in a safe and welcoming space.
In-person location: East Bay Community Action Program Recovery Center, 23 Marlboro St, Newport, RI 02840Virtual info & questions: Contact Andy Merritt at amerritt@riprevention.org
Come as you are. Build community. Strengthen resilience.

Laundry Love- Micki's Mat (2)
2026-03-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-26 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Micki’s Laundromat, 272 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Laundry Love helps low or no-income families & individuals afford the cost of washing clothing & bedding by partnering with local laundromats to help relieve some of the financial burden facing families.
We provide funding & materials for participants to launder up to 3 loads of laundry/bedding. Walk-ins are welcome from 4-5 PM.
Use our website link (QR Code on flier links to sign-ups) for an appointment after 5 PM. LAST LOAD MUST BE IN MACHINE BY 6:15 PM
First come, first served.

TLCPC Meeting
2026-03-24 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-24 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | RI
Combined Tiverton and Little Compton Prevention Coalition Meeting

Newport County Prevention Coalition Monthly Meeting
2026-03-17 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | RI
Monthly meeting, open to the public, to discuss the events of the Newport County Prevention Coalition, and their partners. The Newport County Prevention Coalition meets once per month on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, from 10am-11:30am, via zoom.

The zoom link for the meeting is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82453362213?pwd=[REDACTED]

Laundry Love- Micki's Mat
2026-03-12 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-12 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Micki’s Laundromat, 272 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Laundry Reminders (1) Laundry Love Micki's Only - Dates 2025
Laundry Love helps low or no-income families & individuals afford the cost of washing clothing & bedding by partnering with local laundromats to help relieve some of the financial burden facing families.
We provide funding & materials for participants to launder up to 3 loads of laundry/bedding. Walk-ins are welcome from 4-5 PM.
Use our website link (QR Code on flier links to sign-ups) for an appointment after 5 PM. LAST LOAD MUST BE IN MACHINE BY 6:15 PM
First come, first served.

Newport Prevention Coalition Meeting
2026-03-12 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-12 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
The Newport Prevention Coalition’s mission is to engage our community by encouraging safe and healthy lifestyle choices through harm reduction strategies, prevention education, and by promoting equitable practices to increase awareness surrounding mental health and substance use.
Led by Strategic Prevention Partnerships, NPC meets monthly to discuss initiatives and efforts having to do with prevention and harm reduction within the City of Newport. If you are interested in attending our monthly meetings, please reach out to Melanie Saunders at (401) 753-8284 or newport@riprevention.org.

Portsmouth Prevention Coalition Meeting
2026-03-11 08:30 - 10:00, 2026-02-11 08:30 - 10:00 UTC | SPP Office, 300 High Point Avenue, Portsmouth, RI, 02871, United States
The Portsmouth Prevention Coalition convenes on the second Wednesday of every month to discuss ongoing prevention efforts and initiatives throughout the Portsmouth community. Each member contributes a unique perspective, united by a shared commitment to improving the health and well-being of Portsmouth residents.

Parent Presentation with Dr. Crystal Collier
2026-03-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Portsmout Middle School Auditorium, 125 Jepson Ln, Portsmouth, RI, 02871, United States
Join us for a FREE parent presentation with Dr. Crystal Collier, an award-winning therapist, prevention researcher, educator, and creator of a nationally recognized prevention model. Designed for parents of elementary-aged children, this presentation explains brain development, how risky behaviors impact the developing brain, and practical, brain-based parenting strategies to support healthy choices.

Who Should Attend: Parents of elementary-aged students, community members, school staff, and anyone who works with elementary-aged children. Open to ALL members of Newport County.
When: Wednesday, March 4th | 6:00–7:00 PM
Where: Portsmouth Middle School Auditorium, 125 Jepson Ln
*Attendees receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win an Aquidneck Island Parent’s Night Out Gift Card Basket (must be present to win). Childcare provided on site.
Contact: Georgie Allott | portsmouth@riprevention.org | 401-207-5394

Empower Her: Candle Making
2026-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Common Fence Point Community Center, 9933 Anthony Rd, Portsmouth, RI, 02871, United States
Empower Her Candle Making
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Empower Her event, a relaxed and creative gathering where girls and women can make candles, enjoy music, and connect with one another in our community. MUST RSVP. RSVP at the link below or the QR code on the flyer.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevjHKgOntBmsZEAgPkwkBAvyIpQpnoESJeoD4sXkWuvI3mng/viewform

The Power of Gratitude
2026-02-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
NCPC_Gratitude Flyer_
Discover how a deliberate gratitude practice can rewire the brain to combat chronic stress, boost resilience, and foster connection. This 90 minute presentation will move far beyond simple lists to explore actionable, research-backed practices that build a more innovative and productive culture. This is gratitude, deconstructed for the real world and backed by hard science.
Register in advance: Scan the qr-code or visit eventbrite.com/e/the-power-of-gratitude-tickets-1981428176013 to be entered into
a raffle for a Gratitude-Wellness Prize.
Brought to you by Strategic Prevention Partnerships and the Newport Partnership for Families
