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In a show of support for substance misuse recovery, the Comal County Commissioners Court has proclaimed September as National Recovery Month.

This nationwide observance highlights the importance of recovery, honors those who are on the journey, and celebrates the communities and providers who make it all possible.

Locally, RecoveryWerks! has become a cornerstone of that mission–supporting teenagers and young adults along their recovery journey. With a team of state-certified peer recovery support specialists and licensed chemical dependency counselors, the New-Braunfels-based nonprofit offers a range of peer-driven services, including counseling, peer coaching, support groups, sober activities, and accountability. All to help young people build lives free from the influence of mind-altering substances.

As National Recovery Month marks its 36th anniversary, RecoveryWerks! is inviting the public to a celebration of recovery and community. The event will take place on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 6:30 to 10:00 PM at 790 Landa Street in New Braunfels.

This year’s theme, “Recovery is REAL: Restoring Every Aspect of Life,” will be brought to life through a Family Fun and Outdoor Movie Night. The free event will feature a screening of Inside Out 2, a giant waterslide, music, games, prizes, food trucks, and community resources.

Guests will also have the opportunity to tour the RecoveryWerks! facility and learn more about the organization’s impact.

“We are so excited to invite the public to a night of celebration for National Recovery Month,” said RecoveryWerks! Executive Director Deborah Dickensheets. “Bring your friends, families, and neighbors—come connect and celebrate!”

Families are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for the evening. The event is open to all and serves as a reminder that recovery is not only possible but it can be vibrant, transformative, and rewarding.

For more information about RecoveryWerks! or the Family Fun and Outdoor Movie Night, visit www.recoverywerks.org.