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SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-03-16/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270318T100000
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SUMMARY:Rutland Bereavement Group
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us for a free bereavement support group facilitated by Braden Etcheson\, Hospice Chaplin\, at VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region.\n\nBereavement Support groups offer participants a space to process their grief\, share and receive helpful coping strategies and create a community with others walking a similar path.\n\nFree and available to the community.\n\nWe also offer individual bereavement counseling\, please contact Braden:\nbraden.etcheson@vnahsr.org | 802-855-4453\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/rutland-bereavement-group/2027-03-18/
LOCATION:Casella Conference Room\, 7 Albert Cree Drive\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Group,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/End-of-Life-Series-Graphic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Braden Etcheson":MAILTO:braden.etcheson@vnahsr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T100000
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CREATED:20260122T185243Z
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UID:10004441-1805450400-1805457600@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Death\, Dying\, Danishes (Bennington)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) offers a discussion group designed to address a topic many have difficulty talking about: death and dying. \nLed by Hospice volunteers\, the objective of Death\, Dying\, & Danishes is to increase awareness of death and to encourage people to make the most of their lives. Sharing food creates a relaxed and nurturing environment where the group can join open\, honest conversations to explore the questions about life\, dying and grief. People of all ages are encouraged to bring their questions\, experiences\, and thoughts to the gathering. The goal is simply to provide a forum for community members to come together in a relaxed atmosphere over coffee\, tea\, and goodies to share thought-provoking and life-affirming conversation. \nThe event is free and open to the public\, but purchases are encouraged for host sites. \nThose looking for more information prior to attending can contact Ed Keating: 802-445-5520 or ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/death-dying-danishes-bennington-7/2027-03-19/
LOCATION:Bennington Community Market\, 239 Main Street\, Bennington\, VT\, 05201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death, Dying & Danishes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Death-Dying-and-Danishes.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ed Keating":MAILTO:ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004687-1805823000-1805830200@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-03-23/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270330T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270330T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004688-1806427800-1806435000@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-03-30/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270406T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270406T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004689-1807032600-1807039800@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-04-06/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004690-1807637400-1807644600@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-04-13/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260205T164626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T164626Z
UID:10004567-1807783200-1807790400@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Rutland Bereavement Group
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us for a free bereavement support group facilitated by Braden Etcheson\, Hospice Chaplin\, at VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region.\n\nBereavement Support groups offer participants a space to process their grief\, share and receive helpful coping strategies and create a community with others walking a similar path.\n\nFree and available to the community.\n\nWe also offer individual bereavement counseling\, please contact Braden:\nbraden.etcheson@vnahsr.org | 802-855-4453\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/rutland-bereavement-group/2027-04-15/
LOCATION:Casella Conference Room\, 7 Albert Cree Drive\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Group,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/End-of-Life-Series-Graphic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Braden Etcheson":MAILTO:braden.etcheson@vnahsr.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260122T185243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T185243Z
UID:10004442-1807869600-1807876800@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Death\, Dying\, Danishes (Bennington)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) offers a discussion group designed to address a topic many have difficulty talking about: death and dying. \nLed by Hospice volunteers\, the objective of Death\, Dying\, & Danishes is to increase awareness of death and to encourage people to make the most of their lives. Sharing food creates a relaxed and nurturing environment where the group can join open\, honest conversations to explore the questions about life\, dying and grief. People of all ages are encouraged to bring their questions\, experiences\, and thoughts to the gathering. The goal is simply to provide a forum for community members to come together in a relaxed atmosphere over coffee\, tea\, and goodies to share thought-provoking and life-affirming conversation. \nThe event is free and open to the public\, but purchases are encouraged for host sites. \nThose looking for more information prior to attending can contact Ed Keating: 802-445-5520 or ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/death-dying-danishes-bennington-7/2027-04-16/
LOCATION:Bennington Community Market\, 239 Main Street\, Bennington\, VT\, 05201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death, Dying & Danishes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Death-Dying-and-Danishes.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ed Keating":MAILTO:ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004691-1808242200-1808249400@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-04-20/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004692-1808847000-1808854200@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-04-27/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270504T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270504T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004693-1809451800-1809459000@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-05-04/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004694-1810056600-1810063800@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-05-11/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270518T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004695-1810661400-1810668600@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-05-18/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260205T164626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T164626Z
UID:10004568-1810807200-1810814400@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Rutland Bereavement Group
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us for a free bereavement support group facilitated by Braden Etcheson\, Hospice Chaplin\, at VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region.\n\nBereavement Support groups offer participants a space to process their grief\, share and receive helpful coping strategies and create a community with others walking a similar path.\n\nFree and available to the community.\n\nWe also offer individual bereavement counseling\, please contact Braden:\nbraden.etcheson@vnahsr.org | 802-855-4453\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/rutland-bereavement-group/2027-05-20/
LOCATION:Casella Conference Room\, 7 Albert Cree Drive\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Group,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/End-of-Life-Series-Graphic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Braden Etcheson":MAILTO:braden.etcheson@vnahsr.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260122T185243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T185243Z
UID:10004443-1810893600-1810900800@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Death\, Dying\, Danishes (Bennington)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) offers a discussion group designed to address a topic many have difficulty talking about: death and dying. \nLed by Hospice volunteers\, the objective of Death\, Dying\, & Danishes is to increase awareness of death and to encourage people to make the most of their lives. Sharing food creates a relaxed and nurturing environment where the group can join open\, honest conversations to explore the questions about life\, dying and grief. People of all ages are encouraged to bring their questions\, experiences\, and thoughts to the gathering. The goal is simply to provide a forum for community members to come together in a relaxed atmosphere over coffee\, tea\, and goodies to share thought-provoking and life-affirming conversation. \nThe event is free and open to the public\, but purchases are encouraged for host sites. \nThose looking for more information prior to attending can contact Ed Keating: 802-445-5520 or ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/death-dying-danishes-bennington-7/2027-05-21/
LOCATION:Bennington Community Market\, 239 Main Street\, Bennington\, VT\, 05201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death, Dying & Danishes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Death-Dying-and-Danishes.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ed Keating":MAILTO:ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004696-1811266200-1811273400@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-05-25/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270601T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270601T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
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SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-06-01/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004698-1812475800-1812483000@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-06-08/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270615T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270615T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004699-1813080600-1813087800@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-06-15/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260205T164626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T164626Z
UID:10004569-1813226400-1813233600@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Rutland Bereavement Group
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us for a free bereavement support group facilitated by Braden Etcheson\, Hospice Chaplin\, at VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region.\n\nBereavement Support groups offer participants a space to process their grief\, share and receive helpful coping strategies and create a community with others walking a similar path.\n\nFree and available to the community.\n\nWe also offer individual bereavement counseling\, please contact Braden:\nbraden.etcheson@vnahsr.org | 802-855-4453\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/rutland-bereavement-group/2027-06-17/
LOCATION:Casella Conference Room\, 7 Albert Cree Drive\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Group,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/End-of-Life-Series-Graphic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Braden Etcheson":MAILTO:braden.etcheson@vnahsr.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260122T185243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T185243Z
UID:10004444-1813312800-1813320000@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Death\, Dying\, Danishes (Bennington)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) offers a discussion group designed to address a topic many have difficulty talking about: death and dying. \nLed by Hospice volunteers\, the objective of Death\, Dying\, & Danishes is to increase awareness of death and to encourage people to make the most of their lives. Sharing food creates a relaxed and nurturing environment where the group can join open\, honest conversations to explore the questions about life\, dying and grief. People of all ages are encouraged to bring their questions\, experiences\, and thoughts to the gathering. The goal is simply to provide a forum for community members to come together in a relaxed atmosphere over coffee\, tea\, and goodies to share thought-provoking and life-affirming conversation. \nThe event is free and open to the public\, but purchases are encouraged for host sites. \nThose looking for more information prior to attending can contact Ed Keating: 802-445-5520 or ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/death-dying-danishes-bennington-7/2027-06-18/
LOCATION:Bennington Community Market\, 239 Main Street\, Bennington\, VT\, 05201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death, Dying & Danishes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Death-Dying-and-Danishes.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ed Keating":MAILTO:ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270622T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270622T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004700-1813685400-1813692600@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-06-22/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270629T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270629T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004701-1814290200-1814297400@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-06-29/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270706T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270706T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004702-1814895000-1814902200@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-07-06/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004703-1815499800-1815507000@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-07-13/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260205T164626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T164626Z
UID:10004570-1815645600-1815652800@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Rutland Bereavement Group
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us for a free bereavement support group facilitated by Braden Etcheson\, Hospice Chaplin\, at VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region.\n\nBereavement Support groups offer participants a space to process their grief\, share and receive helpful coping strategies and create a community with others walking a similar path.\n\nFree and available to the community.\n\nWe also offer individual bereavement counseling\, please contact Braden:\nbraden.etcheson@vnahsr.org | 802-855-4453\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/rutland-bereavement-group/2027-07-15/
LOCATION:Casella Conference Room\, 7 Albert Cree Drive\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Group,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/End-of-Life-Series-Graphic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Braden Etcheson":MAILTO:braden.etcheson@vnahsr.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260122T185243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T185243Z
UID:10004445-1815732000-1815739200@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Death\, Dying\, Danishes (Bennington)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) offers a discussion group designed to address a topic many have difficulty talking about: death and dying. \nLed by Hospice volunteers\, the objective of Death\, Dying\, & Danishes is to increase awareness of death and to encourage people to make the most of their lives. Sharing food creates a relaxed and nurturing environment where the group can join open\, honest conversations to explore the questions about life\, dying and grief. People of all ages are encouraged to bring their questions\, experiences\, and thoughts to the gathering. The goal is simply to provide a forum for community members to come together in a relaxed atmosphere over coffee\, tea\, and goodies to share thought-provoking and life-affirming conversation. \nThe event is free and open to the public\, but purchases are encouraged for host sites. \nThose looking for more information prior to attending can contact Ed Keating: 802-445-5520 or ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/death-dying-danishes-bennington-7/2027-07-16/
LOCATION:Bennington Community Market\, 239 Main Street\, Bennington\, VT\, 05201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death, Dying & Danishes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Death-Dying-and-Danishes.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ed Keating":MAILTO:ed.keating@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004704-1816104600-1816111800@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-07-20/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270727T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270727T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131422
CREATED:20260331T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T190759Z
UID:10004705-1816709400-1816716600@vermontvisitingnurses.org
SUMMARY:Franklin County HeartSing Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Singing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of volunteering\, but joining a Hospice Choir can be a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Hospice Choirs offer song of healing and comfort at the bedside of hospice patients as a loving gift to those who need support at their most vulnerable time. \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Pleasant\, Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator: mary.pleasant@vnahsr.org or 802-442-0540
URL:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/event/franklin-county-heart-strings-choir-rehearsal-2-2/2027-07-27/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 27 Church St\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospice Music Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vermontvisitingnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Serenity_Singers-1024x597.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Pleasant":MAILTO:mary.pleasant@vermontvisitingnurses.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR