‘Integrity Day’ Celebration Will Return To Newark: Games, Food, Health Screenings

UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, the event scheduled for August 21 has been postponed to August 28. Our original post follows below.

NEWARK, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of Integrity House. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

Integrity House, one of New Jersey’s largest licensed not-for-profit providers of comprehensive substance use disorder and mental health services, will hold its second annual “Integrity Day” celebration on August 21, 2025. This free, public event will celebrate the 57th anniversary of Integrity House’s incorporation in Newark. It will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lincoln Park in Newark, NJ. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is scheduled to attend and will provide remarks.

Since establishing its permanent headquarters in Newark’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Integrity House has expanded significantly—establishing outreach, healthcare and treatment programs throughout New Jersey as part of its mission to serve individuals and strengthen communities. While Integrity House now serves communities statewide, Newark remains central to its mission and purpose.

Integrity Day is both a celebration and affirmation of Integrity House’s commitment to Newark. The free outdoor event will feature a range of wellness activities and services, including:

• Screenings for substance use disorders, mental health and infectious diseases
• Vital sign checks
• Harm reduction supplies, including Narcan
• Meditation, yoga and tai chi
• Family-friendly games
• An ice cream truck, giveaways, food and drinks

Individuals and organizations can register for the event and learn about sponsorship opportunities here. Funds raised through sponsorships and donations will go towards the Creative Arts initiative, which leverages the power of the arts to support individuals in recovery.

Organizations are invited to join sponsors such as Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, Posen Architects, Conner Strong & Buckelew, the Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern NJ, CarePlus NJ, PSE&G, NJM Insurance Group, and Christine Baker, Ph.D. in advancing this meaningful work.

For questions or more information, contact Development Coordinator Stephanie Tansey at (973) 623-7533 or development@integrityhouse.org

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