Originally Posted by
TheSereneTheif 
What are some strategies that I can use to keep myself away?
Here's the strategy I use when someone asks me to go to a bar or other alcohol-fueled event:
I tell them "NO!"
Trickier will be telling yourself no. Read up on Addictive Voice Recognition Technique (AVRT). You'll learn to recognize the tricks your addiction will play to get you to change your mind about staying home or staying sober.
Stay close to SR, you'll get through the weekend.