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Kim Bellas of Sober Is the New Cool reflects on the annual White Party in New York City, where more than 40 women from Canada and the United States gathered for an evening of sober connection, friendship, wellness, and a sense of belonging. At the heart of the night was the White Heart Initiative and its simple but powerful message: “I’m glad you exist. The world is a better place because you’re in it.”
There’s something deeply vulnerable about going home to get sober. Not the Instagram version.Not the “30-day reset” version.The real version.…
“I wasn’t addicted to drugs. I was addicted to acceptance.” Jonathan Gildart That sentence lands like truth usually does — quietly, then all…
The Terrence McNally Foundation (TMF) and The Recovery Arts Project have announced the second cycle of the Terrence McNally Recovery…
If you’ve been following The Sober Curator for a while, you already know we’re longtime fans of Pop Buchanan—artist, storyteller,…
He didn’t expect the Giants to win. Nobody did. It was Super Bowl Sunday, the Patriots were undefeated, and Justin…
Ten years. Countless stories. Too many laughs to track. And more dumb sh*t than anyone can reasonably measure. Welcome to…
Pride means different things to different people. For some, it’s a time to dance. For some, it’s a time to…
This summer, the heart of Manhattan will once again pulse with music, laughter, and raw vulnerability as Sober Songs makes…
I hit seven years of sobriety on February 10, 2025. When I got sober, one of the first things I…
On a balmy Wednesday night in NYC, Free Spirits made a splashy debut on the East Coast with a launch…
On June 10th, Brooklyn’s only fully zero-proof bar, Mockingbird, buzzed with energy as hospitality pros, beverage insiders, and media gathered…
I stumbled upon (well, was somehow directly targeted through social media advertising) “the feels.” Which touts itself as a somatic…
On June 10th, an intimate crowd gathered at a private penthouse in Soho for the 16th edition of Feeling Into,…
A few nights ago, I had the privilege of being invited to a deeply moving event held at The Algonquin…
Visiting the “Superfine Tailoring and Dandy Style” exhibit at The Met was nothing short of a masterclass in style, artistry…
When I got a call that I would be flown out to New York to appear in an upcoming documentary…
The historic Alice Austen House Museum is nestled along Staten Island’s shoreline, will serve as the host venue for the…
Looking for your next cup of coffee with a cause? Get ready to blast off with the Outer Space Blend,…
BigVision’s newly launched 309 Social Club is a groundbreaking addition to Manhattan’s growing sober social scene. Located at 309 East…
Known as the First Monday of May and fashion’s greatest night, The Met Gala returns on May 5, 2025, with…
Times Square is the pulsating heart of New York City—neon lights, Broadway magic, and the constant rhythm of the city…
Fashion lovers, recovery warriors, and sober-curious style icons — mark those calendars and shine up your mocktail glasses, because the…
Fashion and advocacy collide this season as the Sky Eagle Collection takes center stage at the Break Free Foundation’s “Recovery…
In a world where fashion is often synonymous with glamour and exclusivity, the Break Free Foundation is shaking things up…
In this episode of The Sober Curator, Alex Nyman and Alysse Bryson welcome Michael L., a seasoned writer and creator,…
During my early days of advocacy, there was one law that was on the tip of everyone’s tongue: H.R. 5210.…
When I was first invited by the team supporting the production of Another Shot, written by Spike Manton and Harry…
The sober movement is gaining momentum, and for good reason. Many are choosing to explore life without alcohol, discovering that…
New York City is known for its iconic skyline, vibrant neighborhoods, and endless entertainment options. While the city might be…
