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SUMMARY:BAR Rib Fest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Rib Fest 2025\nThis event is a partnership with the Carmel VFW Post# 10003 to support mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Building a Refuge supports our veterans\, active military\, police and fire and we know mental wellness is needed with all of these important people. For the last 18yrs\, our family (The Leum’s) have hosted this event that started out as just a small bbq with neighbors in Fishers. Today\, it is one of Hamilton County’s best Rib Fest and fundraising event !\nAdditionally\, as many know\, we have supported The Hamilton County Kids Coats program here in Central Indiana. If you have coats that you no longer need\, please clean those closets out and donate them. We will have collection bins for you ! They are in need of XXL\, XL and Large clothing\, boots\, hats\, gloves and so on.\nWe will have some great bands and our well know famous ribs\, pulled pork and sweet corn ! The Carmel VFW kitchen will be providing baked beans and mac salad to go along !\n**This a donation event for food. So\, there is no charge\, but we encourage donations until the food is gone ! The VFW will have a limited menu that day as well for purchase.\n\nWe will have (4) bands with live music starting at 3pm and a late night DJ starting around 9PM !\n\nMore information to come !
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/bar-rib-fest-2025/
LOCATION:Carmel VFW Post 10003\, 12863 Old Meridian Street\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Building a Refuge - Chili Cook-Off
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Harley Davidson of Indianapolis for our annual BAR Chili Cook-Off !\n\nThis event is a great way to learn about what Building a Refuge is doing to support men’s mental health awareness and suicide prevention.\n\nTo participate in the competition\, please email buildingarefuge@gmail.com and we will get you registered !\n\nDonate 10.00 (all proceeds go to support Building a Refuge) to taste all the chili’s and vote for the best.\n\nDon’t miss Bellbottom Cowboys from 1-3pm with some of Indiana’s best rock-n-roll !\n\nThank you\,\n\nThe BAR Team
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/2025-building-a-refuge-chili-cook-off/
LOCATION:Harley Davidson of Indianapolis\, 12400 Reynolds Dr\, Fishers\, IN\, 46038\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Building a Refuge":MAILTO:buildingarefuge@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:BAR "No Shave November" Swing for Hope
DESCRIPTION: Join Us for a Day at Topgolf!  Sunday\, November 16\, 2025 |  11:30am – 3 PM Topgolf Indianapolis\nNovember isn’t just No Shave November—it’s Men’s Health Awareness Month.  This year\, we’re swinging for something bigger than the game: Men’s Mental Health.\n What’s Included: Golf (3 Person Teams)\, Food & Fun at Topgolf 100.00 per person includes all golf\, food and drinks (Alcohol not included) Community connection & support Mental health awareness & resources Proceeds benefit Building a Refuge—supporting men’s mental wellness & suicide prevention\n Spots are limited!\n\n**Grab your team\, bring your family\, and let’s stand together to break the silence around men’s mental health.\n\nMore information will be shared !\n\nGreat prizes for 1st\, 2nd & 3rd ! Along with some raffle prizes\, long drive contest and best beard !
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/bar-no-shave-november-swing-for-hope/
LOCATION:Top Golf Fishers\, 9200 E 116th St\, Fishers\, IN\, 46037\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Building a Refuge":MAILTO:buildingarefuge@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Building a Refuge January Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Building a Refuge is trying something new this year by hosting our monthly meetings at Gingers Cafe for breakfast. Come and hangout\, grab some great food\, and hear about how other men are working through life’s challenges.\n\nWe hope you can make and we look forward to meeting you if you are new to BAR.\n\nLocation: Gingers Cafe 1111 S 10th St\, Noblesville\, IN 46060Date: Saturday January 31\, 2026Time: 8am
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/building-a-refuge-january-meeting/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Cafe\, 1111 S 10th St\, Noblesville\, IN\, 46060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Building a Refuge":MAILTO:buildingarefuge@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Building a Refuge February Breakfast Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Building a Refuge is trying something new this year by hosting our monthly meetings at Gingers Cafe for breakfast. Come and hangout\, grab some great food\, and hear about how other men are working through life’s challenges.\nWe hope you can make and we look forward to meeting you if you are new to BAR.\nLocation: Gingers Cafe 1111 S 10th St\, Noblesville\, IN 46060Date: Saturday February 21\, 2026Time: 8am
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/building-a-refuge-february-breakfast-meeting/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Cafe\, 1111 S 10th St\, Noblesville\, IN\, 46060\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Building a Refuge":MAILTO:buildingarefuge@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Heavy Metal for Hope II - A Night of Mental Health Support and Suicide Prevention
DESCRIPTION:You all asked for it\, so we responded!\n\nWhat a great way to kick of 2026 with a night of kick ass music in support of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.\nWe are incredibly grateful to Sacred Leather\, Wolftooth\, and Altering Grey for donating their time and talent to support our mission of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.\nI’ve shared this before\, but growing up in the ’80s\, metal music was a huge part of my life—and this night brings that passion full circle. These are three outstanding bands performing all original music\, and if heavy metal is your thing\, this is a show you won’t want to miss.\nWolftooth recently dropped their new album Wizard’s Light\, Sacred Leather released Keep the Fire Burning\, and we’ve heard Altering Grey may be debuting some brand-new material as well.\nHuge thanks to 416 Wabash Event Center\, WNDX-FM 93.9\, Black Circle Brewing\, and Building a Refuge\, along with many others who are helping make this powerful night possible.If you’re interested in sponsoring this event\, please reach out to us at buildingarefuge@gmail.com.\n Event Details\n Saturday\, February 28\, 2026 416 Wabash Event Center416 East Wabash\, Indianapolis\, IN Doors open at 7:00 PM Altering Grey hits the stage at 7:30 PM $10 donation at the doorThis is a fundraising event—additional donations are greatly appreciated and directly support our mission.\n Keep an eye on our social media for the official event link coming soon.\nCome out\, support an important cause\, and experience an unforgettable night of heavy metal for hope 
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/heavy-metal-for-hope-ii-a-night-of-mental-health-support-and-suicide-prevention/
LOCATION:416 Wabash\, 416 Wabash St\, Indianapolis\, 46204\, United States
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SUMMARY:🤘 Live Discussion & Q&A with Patrick Stone (Hairball / Budderside) Hosted by Building a Refuge
DESCRIPTION:🤘 Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation with Patrick Stone\, lead singer of the nationally touring rock show Hairball and frontman for Budderside. \nBehind the lights and energy of the rock stage is a deeply personal story. Patrick experienced the tragic loss of his sister to suicide at a young age\, and his life took many difficult turns along the way. Through those challenges\, Patrick ultimately found faith in Christ and the strength to pursue sobriety. \nToday\, Patrick has been sober for more than 15 years and continues to use his platform to share a message of hope\, recovery\, faith\, and resilience. He also actively supports missions like Building a Refuge\, which is dedicated to supporting men’s mental health. \nThis Live Discussion and Q&A will give attendees a rare opportunity to hear Patrick’s story\, ask questions\, and have an honest conversation about mental health\, faith\, recovery\, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges. \n📅 Date: March 21\, 2026🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM📍 Location: Radisson Hotel200 Second Street SouthLa Crosse\, WI 54601 \n🎟 WIN FREE TICKETS during the event! \n🎥 To hear more about Patrick’s story of hope\, watch here:https://youtu.be/98hxi2I3a84?si=IhTBZM7Gn1HqixD2 \n🎧🎶 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/2zYdEAKMcQgwH21bwJBtsC \n🌐 Check out all social media and streaming inks by searching “Building a Refuge” \n🌐 Learn more about Building a Refuge:www.buildingarefuge.org \nA special thank you to our sponsor GECU Credit Union – La Crosse\, WI for supporting this event.
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/%f0%9f%a4%98-live-discussion-qa-with-patrick-stone-hairball-budderside-hosted-by-building-a-refuge/
LOCATION:Raddison Hotel La Crosse Wi\, 200 Second Street South\, La Crosse\, 54601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rock n Ride for Hope 2026
DESCRIPTION:  ROCK N RIDE FOR HOPE 2026  Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\nFUNDRAISING EVENT \n\n\n EVENT DETAILS\n Registration Starts: 8:30 AM\n Designated motorcycle parking  Breakfast will be available! Ride Starts: 10:00 AM Food Available: 2:00 PM Live Music Starts: 3:00PM\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable day of purpose\, connection\, and community as we come together to support Building a Refuge and raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.  This isn’t just a ride… it’s a movement.\n\nThere is NO CHARGE for the ride\, but we would greatly appreciate a donation to our mission.\n\n\nEvery mile ridden and every conversation shared helps shine a light on something that impacts so many—especially men—yet often goes unspoken. At Building a Refuge\, we believe that real change begins with real conversations\, and this event is designed to create exactly that.\n⸻\n WHY THIS EVENT MATTERS\nMental health challenges are real\, and too many people are facing them alone.Rock N Ride For Hope is about:\n* Breaking the stigma around mental health* Creating safe spaces for open\, honest conversations* Educating our community on the importance of support and connection* Encouraging individuals to speak up\, seek help\, and support one another\nThrough events like this\, we continue building a culture where it’s okay to not be okay—and where no one has to walk through life alone.\n\n⸻\n OUR MISSION\nBuilding a Refuge exists to meet people exactly where they are—without judgment\, without pressure—offering real support through life’s challenges. Events like this allow us to expand our reach\, provide resources\, and continue making an impact in our community.\n⸻\n GET INVOLVED\nWhether you ride\, attend\, volunteer\, or simply help spread the word—you are part of the mission.  If you are interested in volunteering\, please email us at buildingarefuge@gmail.com\n\nLet’s ride for hope. Let’s stand for awareness. Let’s build a refuge—together.\n\nThank you\,\n\nThe BAR TEAM  !
URL:https://buildingarefuge.org/event/rock-n-ride-for-hope-2026/
LOCATION:Carmel VFW Post 10003\, 12863 Old Meridian Street\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States
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