Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan

MAYVILLE – May is National Mental Health Month and this year National Prevention Week is May 14 through May 20.

In recognition of local groups’ educational efforts on drug addiction, Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan has proclaimed May 2017 as Drug Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month in Chautauqua County.

Horrigan will be taking part various awareness events to discuss the county’s ongoing efforts to combat opioid abuse and he encourages residents to attend.

On Saturday, May 13, a Rockin’ for Recovery Concert and Drug Awareness Fair will be held at 2 p.m. at Shawbucks, 212 W. Second St. in Jamestown. This event is for all ages and it will showcase prevention, awareness and recovery complete with a concert starring Billboard Pop Sensation Brielle.

On May 16, Hope and Healing for Chautauqua will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Rd. in Mayville. This free, day-long event will feature guest speakers, presentations, and addiction resources for the community.

For more information, visit the HOPE Chautauqua Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hopechautauqua/.