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  • HARDCORE Connections
    Participant
      February 17, 2026 at 10:25 am by HARDCORE Connections

      Good Morning,

       

      What would everyone like to see at an event? What type of activities would you like to see and type of speakers and kid activities. Would like to hear from others on ideas on what they would like to see.

       

      Thank you!

      Jamie Davis
      Keymaster
        February 23, 2026 at 2:48 pm by Jamie Davis

        Thanks for opening this up for input HARDCORE — it’s exciting to hear something may be in the works!

        Before sharing ideas, could you please help clarify a couple of details?

        • Are you planning for this event to be in-person, virtual, or hybrid?
        • If in-person, is there a specific region of Massachusetts you are targeting (e.g., Western MA, Central, Greater Boston, Southeast, etc.)?

        Knowing the format and location may help folks suggest activities, speakers, and kid-friendly components that make the most sense for your audience.

        Looking forward to learning more and sharing ideas!

        Amanda Consigli
        Participant
          March 18, 2026 at 12:59 pm by Amanda Consigli

          Hi HARDCORE!

          I’ve gone to a few events that incorporated holistic approaches to recovery that I think might also be a fun way to engage with kids and those in recovery alike. For example, there are many recovery friendly organizations that look to increase movement or fitness, like The Phoenix. If you bring in a program like this that’s located near where you’re hosting the event to run the group through some simple movement exercises might be an interesting way to engage the crowd. I’m also thinking I’ve seen a really great presentation by a music therapist that led us through various activities using rhythm sticks or just listening to different genes a music.

          HARDCORE Connections
          Participant
            March 18, 2026 at 1:14 pm by HARDCORE Connections

            Amanda

             

            Thank you so much for that information. That is all amazing things, I just forwarded it to my CEO for our next event.

             

            Thank you!

            HARDCORE Connections
            Participant
              March 18, 2026 at 1:17 pm by HARDCORE Connections

              Jamie,

               

              Most of the events we hold are normally on the Southeast of MA. Also any event we hold is in person currently. I am sure in the future they will also be online. We have somethings coming up in the future when they are confirmed we will be posting them in the community posts.

              THANK YOU!

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