Kimmie’s Recovery Zone’s 4th annual ‘Party in the Park’ Sept. 13
Southwest Florida’s recovery community is coming together for Kimmie’s Recovery Zone‘s 4th annual “Party in the Park” Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Collaboratory in Fort Myers.
The free, family-friendly celebration coincides with National Recovery Month and features speakers, community resources, and the Circle of Love remembrance — where names of loved ones lost are spoken aloud in a moving ceremony of unity and healing.
“This year marks our 4th annual Party in the Park to support National Recovery Month, and we’re thrilled to host it at a new location. There’s so much to be excited about — especially the incredible collaboration from leaders and organizations who are coming together to support those in need. … One very meaningful part of our event is our Circle of Remembrance, where we speak the names of loved ones we’ve lost and lift them up in a special prayer. It’s a sacred moment for our community,” said Al Kinkle, the founder of Kimmie’s Recovery Zone.
“Each year this event grows stronger for our community, and I could not be more excited about what we’ve created together. This is a movement of hope, healing, and unity. We are honored to stand with our community to shine a light on both remembrance and recovery,” said Heidi Webb, a board member of Kimmie’s Recovery Zone.
The celebration will include remarks from Fort Myers Mayor Kevin B. Anderson and a presentation by keynote speaker Florida State Sen. Darryl Rouson.
Also featured will be community speakers, peer support and resource partners, along with food, family-friendly activities and interviews for a forthcoming documentary on recovery in Southwest Florida.
Collaboratory is at 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers.