Maryland Administrative Office of the Courts issued the following announcement on May 9.
On May 15, during National Drug Court Month, five graduates will celebrate their unique paths to sobriety.
This month’s ceremony will mark the program’s 29th biannual graduation ceremony since the program began in 2004. More than 270 individuals have graduated from Howard County’s program, which combines judicial oversight with intensive treatment and supervision.
Chef Ashish Alfred, Bethesda-native and award-winning chef and restaurateur, will share the story of his battle with addiction and sobriety as the event’s keynote speaker. Alfred has appeared on the Food Network and recently shared his story on the NBC “Today” show.
WHO: Howard County District Judge Ricardo D. Zwaig, presiding
Chef Ashish Alfred, Duck Duck Goose restaurant, keynote speaker
WHAT: Howard County District Court Adult Drug and DUI Court Graduation
WHEN: Wednesday, May 15, at 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Courtroom No. 5, Howard County District Court, 3451 Courthouse Drive
Ellicott City, MD 21043
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