“Faces of Recovery” is an ongoing project with members of Recovery Cafe, San Jose.
Shalesh P. walks into the room with a bounce in his step and talks about a not-so-simple past, his path to recovery, and his hopes for the future, with an optimism that we could all learn from.
Recovery Cafe San Jose is so much more than a safe place for anyone in recovery. It is also a place to learn new skills and participate in activities that bring purpose to life.
Anna Brown‘s energy is infectious. Through her Community Chorus class, she never sat down while she played the piano, sang, choreographed movement for the songs and keep the spirits of this group of singers high throughout an hour of intensive practice.
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You can read every story in this series so far here. You can read more about and support the amazing work of Recovery Cafe San Jose here.
Sketch Away: Travels with my sketchbook 
This is so powerful. Their stories, the community, Anna’s energy and how you bring it to life for us.
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Thank you Nancy, I’m inspired by the people who talk to me and those who volunteer here They are amazing.
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Dear Suhita. I have followed you for several years since I took a class on ( I can’t remember which) an online platform. Love your work but I am particularly moved by the recovery café sketches and stories. So lovely and respectful of people who have landed on the margins and working so hard to get back to a decent life. Teaches us so much. Keep them coming. Irene
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Irene, thank you so much.This is a project I have learnt so much from. The people I meet are incredible. You will see more portraits, that’s for sure.
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Do you teach short term classes in person or on line?
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rick, where are you based? are you signed up for my newsletter?? That’s where i announce them. I teach in person and online.
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