Special Events

Forum Welcome Reception

Monday, February 8  |  5:30pm-7:00pm

Join us for this carnival-themed event with fun food and networking. Visit with and learn from the poster presenters. Get a jump start on getting your Expo Passport stamped by the exhibitors for the opportunity to win some fantastic prizes!

National Coalition Academy Graduation

Monday, February 8  |  7:30pm-10:00pm

CADCA's National Coalition Institute is delighted to honor a record number of coalitions. These graduates completed the year-long intensive training, and they'll be recognized at a very special ceremony during the Forum.

Forum First Timers' Breakfast

Tuesday, February 9  |  7:30am-8:45am

If you’re a first time attendee, learn how to make the most of your Forum experience and meet the CADCA staff and Coalition Advisory Committee. Individuals will provide information and guidance on successfully navigating your first forum. Continental breakfast will be provided.

Meeting with Your State Governor's Spouse

Tuesday, February 9  |  7:30am-8:45am

The Leadership to Keep Children Alcohol Free Foundation invites you to join your Governor’s spouse or their representatives for a discussion of childhood drinking issues in your state. Participating states include: Arizona, Idaho, Kentucky, Maine, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Wyoming. If your state is not listed, please feel free to visit with one of your neighboring states. Continental breakfast will be provided.

Forum 20th Anniversary Gala

Tuesday, February 9  |  7:30pm-10:00pm

CADCA invites you to a special celebration of our 20th anniversary. The gala provides an opportunity to network with some of the people who have made the Forum great over its 20-year history. Come enjoy a night of fond memories, delicious food, musical entertainment and yes, some dancing! It has been 5 years since CADCA cleared the dance floor for its attendees to "shake their groove thing." The keynote speaker is Alvin Brooks, member of CADCA's Board of Directors, and member of the 1992 President's Drug Advisory Council (PDAC), which encouraged the formation of CADCA to respond to the dramatic growth in the number of substance abuse coalitions and their need to share ideas, problems and solutions.

Gala attire is cocktail/business dress. The gala is an optional, ticketed events for adults ($50) and youth ($25).

SAMHSA Administrator' Breakfast

Wednesday, February 10  |  7:30am-8:45am

SAMHSA invites you to join its Administrator, Pamela S. Hyde, J.D., for continental breakfast and an engaging discussion. Attendees will hear updates and have the opportunity to ask questions.

Wake Up with CADCA! Members' Breakfast

Thursday, February 11  |  7:30am-8:45am

All CADCA members are invited to a special members’ breakfast. The keynote speaker is Howard K. Koh, M.D., M.P.H., Assistant Secretary of Health, U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services.