The Change Center

04/24/2026

ASPIRE PALOOZA

🗓️May 2nd, 2026
🕐1:00pm- 5:00pm
📍ASU West Campus - 2400 Gillionville Rd Albany, GA

This Aspire Palooza 2k26 fundraiser will be in support of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week. This event will serve as the official kickoff for May’s National Mental Health Awareness campaign.

We invite you to join as we work together to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and support children, youth, and families who are experiencing or may be at risk for mental health and other life challenges.

We would love to see participation from: •Faith-based organizations
•Schools from all 8 counties served by Aspire
•Local gyms and community groups
•Food vendors and local businesses
•After school and youth programs

This family friendly event is open to all ages. It is also a great opportunity for Aspire departments, community organizations, and businesses across South Georgia to set up a table and promote their services. If you have questions about sponsorship opportunities, vendor registration, or collaboration with the YYA team, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Let’s make a difference together!

04/24/2026

BATTLE AXE

🗓️ The 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month (April 11th & 25th)
🕚11:00am
📍500 Pine Ave. Albany, GA 31701

Join us in embracing physical health this month with FREE fitness classes right here at The Change Center! We encourage individuals and families to embrace this opportunity as a vital step in the recovery process. No matter where you are in your physical health journey, this class is designed to meet you where you are. We hope to see you there!

04/23/2026

MOTHER’S DAY CANDLE MAKING

🗓️May 8th
🕝2:30pm
📍500 Pine Ave. Albany, GA 31701

As Mother’s Day approaches, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming Candle Making Day! Join us for an afternoon filled with creativity, laughter, and the joy of making cherish memories with your loved ones. This event is designed for everyone! Let’s come together and create beautiful candles, while connecting with one another in a support and inclusive atmosphere.

Hope to see you there!

04/22/2026

04/21/2026

ALCOHOL AWARENESS PANEL

🗓️April 22nd
🕚11:00 am
📍500 Pine Ave. Albany, GA 31701

April is recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month, a vital initiative aimed at fostering understanding and reducing the stigma surrounding alcohol related issues. This year, we invite you to join us for an insightful panel discussion, where we will delve into crucial topics surrounding alcohol use and its impact on individuals and families. We encourage individuals and families to participate in this meaningful dialogue, sharing experiences and engaging with others.

Join us via Facebook live or virtually with the following information:
https://zoom.us/j/5065750741
Dial: (305) 334-1968
Meeting ID: 506 575 0741

RSVP by emailing us at changecenter@albanycsb.org, calling us at 229-299-9678, or sending us a Facebook message!

04/20/2026

TAI CHI

📍500 Pine Ave. Albany, GA 31701
🗓️ Every Tuesday
🕤 9:45am
💲FREE

Not only is Tai Chi great for overall health and wellness, but it can boost muscle strength, flexibility, and is a wonderful stress relief! Great for all ages! See you there!

04/20/2026

We are excited to share our calendar for the month of April! We invite you to join us for any of our scheduled meetings or events. The opposite of addiction is connection!

04/13/2026

🎨👚 T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST 👚🎨

We’re excited to announce a T-shirt design contest for this year’s Recovery in the Streets event- and we want YOUR creativity to shine! ✨

This event is all about hope, resilience, and celebrating the journey of recovery in our community. Now’s your chance to create a design that captures that spirit and inspires others.

✨DESIGN THEME IDEAS:
•Strength & resilience
•Unity & community
•Hope, Healing, & Recovery
•Breaking stigma

🏆WHAT YOU GET:
•Your design featured on the official event T-shirt
•Recognition at the event
•Bragging rights for making an impact!

🗓️Submission Deadline: July 1st, 2026
📧How to enter: Create your design and send it to our email (changecenter@albanycsb.org) or send it through Facebook Message.

Once all submissions are in, we will post them to our page, and the most liked design will win!

Whether you’re an artist, doodler, or just someone with a powerful idea- we encourage you to participate. Let your art tell a story that matters.

Spread the word!

04/13/2026

TAI CHI

📍500 Pine Ave. Albany, GA 31701
🗓️Every Tuesday
🕤 9:45am
💲FREE

Not only is Tai Chi great for overall health and wellness, but it can boost muscle strength, flexibility, and is a wonderful stress relief! Great for all ages! See you there!