Journalist Vic Vela will discuss addiction and mental health recovery at 6:30 p.m. May 16 in the City Council chambers, 350 Kimbark St.

A Longmont native and five-time Edward R. Murrow award winner, Vela will shed light on the challenges and triumphs of the recovery journey at the free event.

Registration is required and may be completed online at bit.ly/LibAdults or by calling 303-651-8472.