Equal SRQ

11/12/2025

Cold weather shelter...

Sarasota County Emergency Management officials have coordinated with municipal and community partners to provide cold weather shelter tonight, Nov. 11, for those individuals in need due to the predicted drop in temperatures.

The Salvation Army – Center of Hope, 1400 10th St., Sarasota will conduct their cold weather operation plan on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with intake beginning at 4:40 p.m.

Dinner will be served from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Guests will need to leave campus afterward and may return at 7 p.m. for shelter entry. Showers will be available from 7 to 8:30 p.m., and all guests will be required to present a valid ID at check-in.

Breakfast will be provided to-go in the morning, and all guests will need to depart campus by 6 a.m.

Breeze Routes 2, 7, 8, or 99 operating on normal schedules will arrive within about two blocks of the Salvation Army on 10th St.

Visit www.scgov.net/breeze for information on Breeze services. The Breeze Rider app can also be used to check bus arrival times and plan routes.

Emergency Management officials remind residents that pets should not be left outside during the cold weather. Those who need to be outside overnight or during the early morning hours are encouraged to dress in several warm layers and limit skin exposure to the wind. Sarasota County Fire Department officials advise using extreme caution when heating your home, as the risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning increases during very cold weather due to the improper use of heating devices. More heating safety tips can be found at https://loom.ly/6yQ5ZEo

11/10/2025

No Chill & Grill this week — but we’ve got something even better! 💛

This Friday, Nov. 14th from 6:30–8:30 PM, join us for Give Love & Opportunity — EqualSRQ’s annual friendraiser celebrating hope, recovery, and connection.

We’ll gather at our EqualSRQ offices, 2035 Fruitville Rd (our new home!) for a night filled with live music, BBQ, and community.

🎟️ Want to join us?
Purchase your ticket here →https://equalsrq.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/equalsrq/eventRegistration.jsp?event=22&

💛 Need a little support right now?
We’ve set aside 40 free access passes so cost doesn’t stand in the way of connection. Apply here → https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkcNi6stbJnpCqJU1tE65baqO7PcemGIbVFbZHL0SfIHbq-w/viewform

🔥 The BBQ is warming up, the lights are being strung, and the music lineup is set.
Let’s make this year’s Give Love & Opportunity the most inspiring yet!

11/07/2025

It’s almost here! 🔥
Next Friday, EqualSRQ lights up Fruitville Rd with live soul vocals, Sonny’s BBQ Truck, coffee from Clever Cup, and Pelican SnoBalls!

We’re finalizing our catering count this week — so if you’re coming, now’s the time to reserve your ticket or host a table! 🌟
Let’s make this year’s Give Love & Opportunity our most heart-filled celebration yet. 💕

🎟️ RSVP: [https://equalsrq.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/equalsrq/eventRegistration.jsp?event=22&]
📅 Nov 14 | 6:30–8:30 PM | EqualSRQ

11/06/2025

✨ From Participant to Peer Intern — Addie’s Story of Growth and Giving

When Addie came to EqualSRQ, she brought an open heart and a willingness to grow. Through peer training, outreach, and community involvement, she’s become a shining example of what “recovery in action” looks like.

As part of er bridge back to work she has started mindful walks, supported outreach efforts, and now forging a path to help our community stay more connected through small creative celebrations — from pumpkin carving to wreath making — proving that healing thrives where people feel seen, supported, and included.

11/06/2025

🥤✨ Thirsty Thursday today 1p at EqualSRQ!

This week’s juice is a cold-pressed glow-up in a bottle — bursting with microgreens, mixed greens, beets, and raspberries. 💚💖

🌱 Microgreens — Tiny leaves, huge power (up to 40x more nutrients!)
🥬 Mixed Greens — Detox and restore with nature’s best minerals
❤️ Beets — Boost blood flow and stamina
🍓 Raspberries — Antioxidant queens for your skin and gut

💧 Why cold-pressed?
Because we don’t rush goodness. No heat, no hurry — just slow-squeezed vitamins, minerals, and enzymes alive and ready to reset your system. 🌿⚡

Stop by today and grab a cup of pure recovery fuel — handcrafted with love, science, and a splash of joy.

11/04/2025

🌱 First Budding Success!
Our aquaponic system is officially growing! Five varieties of lettuce; basil, and rosemary are thriving — a small but meaningful milestone toward sustainable recovery and food resilience.
This living system teaches patience, balance, and the beauty of growth — the same principles we nurture in recovery. 💚

11/04/2025

🌿 Mindful Walk this Friday! 🍂

Time for cooler weather, warm drinks, and peaceful walks under falling leaves. 🌤️

Join us FRIDAY for this week’s Mindful Walk at Red Bug Slough Preserve — a quiet, beautiful trail that invites reflection and connection.

✨ Friday, November 7th, 2025
🕒 Ride from EqualSRQ at 3:00 PM or meet us there for the walk 3:30–5:00 PM
📍 5200 Beneva Rd, Sarasota
📞 Call 740-771-6320 with questions or to reserve your spot

Come walk with us — slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself and others. 🌱
At EqualSRQ, we believe recovery thrives where people feel seen, supported, and grounded in community. 💛

11/04/2025

TONIGHT: Journal Writing at Sarasota Center of Light

In this gentle evening series, participants are invited to explore self-expression through guided journal writing in a safe and supportive space. Each session offers creative prompts and reflection to help you uncover your voice and connect more deeply with yourself and others.

Writing can be a form of self-discovery, a tool for healing, and a way to witness our own growth. Whether you’re new to journaling or have been writing for years, you’ll find encouragement here—not judgment—and the freedom to share only if you wish.

What you can expect:
📝 Gentle prompts designed to open reflection and creativity
📝 Dedicated time to write and listen inwardly
📝 A nurturing space where feedback is always positive and sharing is optional
📝 The joy of hearing and holding others’ words in community

📅 Tuesdays, 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 EqualSRQ – Sarasota Center of Light

No previous writing experience is required. All you need is curiosity, a pen, and a willingness to show up for yourself on the page.

11/04/2025

🌟 Sneak Peek + Sponsor Love! 🌟
We’re counting down the days to EqualSRQ’s Give Love & Opportunity community celebration — next Friday, November 14th! 💛

None of it would be possible without the incredible generosity of our sponsors and in-kind donors who believe in recovery, community, and opportunity for all.

A huge shoutout to our presenting sponsor, Vowell onstruction, for helping make this night of hope and connection possible. 🏗️💛

And to our growing list of amazing in-kind donors — you are the heartbeat of our auction!
🎁 Jesse Yackel Massage Therapy
🎶 Sound Bath with Rosa Perez (livitupMGMT)
💫 Happy Girl Bracelets (Lisa Ross)
🥊 Jaco’s Boxing
🎨 Original painting by Drita Dawn
☕ Dunkin’ Donuts & Kahwa Coffee Roasters
🍽️ Village Café & Jersey Mike’s Subs
🌿 The OM Shoppe & Spa
🪶 Hatley US
🍖 Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse
🇵🇪 Peruvian Cuisine Experience
💆‍♀️ Massage & Wellness Packages

Each item tells a story of generosity — and you’ll get the chance to bid, win, and give back where it matters most. 💕

🎟️ Individual tickets: $45
🪑 Tables for 8: $360
📅 Friday, Nov 14 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 EqualSRQ, 2035 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota

Good BBQ, sweet treats, live soul vocals by Saraii, Clever Cup coffee, and Pelican’s SnoBall truck — what’s not to love?

👉 Grab your ticket today and celebrate community with us: https://equalsrq.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/equalsrq/eventRegistration.jsp?event=22&