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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T120000
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SUMMARY:Breaking Bread Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Big Bend Hospice invites you to Breaking Bread\, a gathering of local clergy and faith leaders\nThis Month’s Topic | Spiritual Needs of the Dying: Accompanying Individuals at the End of Life \nThursday\, March 5 Noon – 1:15 PM\nBig Bend Hospice\, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd.\, Tallahassee \nA COMPASSIONATE PRESENCE AT LIFE’S END\nThis presentation will explore the spiritual needs that often arise as individuals approach the end of life\, including questions of meaning\, fear\, hope\, and connection. Participants will reflect on compassionate spiritual accompaniment across diverse belief systems while also gaining insight into hospice care and the end-of-life journey.\nPlease feel free to invite other leaders within your congregation who may benefit from this meaningful discussion and time of warm fellowship. \nTo reserve your spot to this free luncheon\, scan the QR code or please contact:\nAmanda Messer\, Big Bend Hospice Spiritual Care Manager\n(850) 878-5310 | amesser@bigbendhospice.org \nThis gathering is open to all clergy and faith leaders in Calhoun\, Franklin\, Gadsden\, Gulf\, Jackson\, Jefferson\, Leon\, Liberty\, Madison\, Taylor and Wakulla Counties \n  \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, March 5\nTime: Noon – 1:15 PM\nLocation: Big Bend Hospice\n\n  \nMore Information: \n\nCost: No cost\n\nAnyone who has experienced a recent loss\n\nRegistration: Please contact Amanda Messer at (850) 878-5310 or amesser@bigbendhospice.org
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/breaking-bread-luncheon/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Messer":MAILTO:amesser@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000
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SUMMARY:Leon County Hope for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:The holidays can be especially difficult after the loss of a loved one. Join us for a supportive gathering offering understanding\, practical tools\, and encouragement to help you navigate this difficult season. Youth activities will be available. \n\nThursday\, December 11 from 5:30-7:00 PM \nLocation: Big Bend Hospice Conference Rooms\n1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee \nFree – registration preferred (call 850-878-5310)\nConcurrent session for youth ages 6-12 in the Jean McCully Family House
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/leon-county-hope-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20251111T050357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T171602Z
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SUMMARY:Leon County Feast of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:The holidays can be a time of gratitude\, reflection\, and grief. Join us for the Feast of Remembrance\, a space for healing through shared food and memories as we honor loved ones held close in our hearts. Please bring a dish in memory of your loved one if you would like. Youth activities will be available. \n\nTuesday\, November 18 from 5:30-7:00 PM \nLocation: Big Bend Hospice Conference Rooms\n1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee \nFree – registration preferred (call 850-878-5310)\nConcurrent session for youth ages 6-12 in the Jean McCully Family House
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/leon-county-feast-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20251020T145054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T145358Z
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SUMMARY:Dia de los Muertos: Day of the Dead Gathering and Workshop  
DESCRIPTION:The Day of the Dead is a celebration that honors and remembers loved ones who have died. It is marked by music\, food\, and decorations. It is a celebration of life and the memories of the departed. Please join Big Bend Hospice for this special holiday workshop. Activities will include a memorial “ofrenda”\, candle decorating\, and a discussion about continuing bonds. Refreshments will be provided.   \n\nTuesday\, October 28 from 5:30-7:00 PM \nLocation: Big Bend Hospice Conference Rooms\n1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee \nFree – registration preferred (call 850-878-5310)\nConcurrent session for youth ages 6-12 in the Jean McCully Family House 
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/dia-de-los-muertos-day-of-the-dead-gathering-and-workshop/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T193000
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SUMMARY:Father’s Day Grief Workshop
DESCRIPTION:When we have experienced the death of a man that was special to us\, Father’s Day can be full of reminders of how much we miss them\, love them\, and how they continue to touch our lives. Join our Big Bend Hospice grief counselors and others who are grieving the loss of a father\, grandfather\, uncle\, son\, or other important man for this Father’s Day Grief Support Workshop. There’s no cost to attend\, though donations are gratefully accepted. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 10 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm | Big Bend Hospice\nBBH Bartelt Conference Room\, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. \n\nDuring the session we will:\n•  Share memories (Bring a photo or memento if you wish)\n•  Discuss the challenges of grieving and how to cope.\n•  Learn how to create healthy continuing bonds through ceremony or grief rituals.\n•  Have time to connect with others and remember that we are not alone.\n•  Enjoy light refreshments. \n* Activities for youth ages 6 and up that have lost loved ones will meet concurrently in the Jean McCully Family House Family Room. \nFor more information or to register for this no cost workshop\, contact:\nPam Mezzina | (850) 878-5310 | bereavement@bigbendhospice.org \nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/fathers-day-grief-workshop/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Event,Big Bend Hospice Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20250404T202906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T181804Z
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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day Grief Workshop
DESCRIPTION:When we have experienced the death of a woman that was special to us\, Mother’s Day can be full of reminders of how much we miss them\, love them\, and how they continue to touch our lives. Join our Big Bend Hospice grief counselors and others who are grieving the loss of a mother\, grandmother\, aunt\, daughter\, or other important woman for this Mother’s Day Grief Support Workshop. There’s no cost to attend\, though donations are gratefully accepted. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 6 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm | Big Bend Hospice\nBBH Bartelt Conference Room\, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. \n\nDuring the session we will:\n•  Share memories (Bring a photo or memento if you wish)\n•  Discuss the challenges of grieving and how to cope.\n•  Learn how to create healthy continuing bonds through ceremony or grief rituals.\n•  Have time to connect with others and remember that we are not alone.\n•  Enjoy light refreshments. \n* Activities for youth ages 6 and up that have lost loved ones will meet concurrently in the Jean McCully Family House Family Room. \nFor more information or to register for this no cost workshop\, contact:\nPam Mezzina | (850) 878-5310 | bereavement@bigbendhospice.org \nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/mothers-day-grief-workshop/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Event,Big Bend Hospice Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20240830T154458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T163504Z
UID:10000250-1734026400-1734031800@bigbendhospice.org
SUMMARY:2024 Adult Hope for the Holidays Workshop
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Community Bereavement Care\, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Hope for the Holidays Workshop for adults dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the workshop in a safe space where you can talk openly\, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief and connect with others.  \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, December 12\n\nTime: 6:00pm – 7:30pm\n\nLocation: This group will meet in the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center Conference Room\n\nThis group provides a safe space for those who have lost a loved one to share their feelings\, ask questions\, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  \nMore Information: \n\nCost: No cost\n\nWho: Individuals who have lost a loved one. This loss does not have to be recent\n\nRegistration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org.
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/2024-adult-hope-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Event,Youth Bereavement Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20240111T205147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T163527Z
UID:10000220-1733248800-1733254200@bigbendhospice.org
SUMMARY:2024 Family Hope for the Holidays Workshop
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Community Bereavement Care\, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Hope for the Holidays Workshop for families dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the workshop in a safe space where you can talk openly\, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief and connect with others.  \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, December 3\n\nTime: 6:00pm – 7:30pm\n\nLocation: This group will meet in the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center Conference Room\n\nThis group provides a safe space for families who have lost a loved one to share their feelings\, ask questions\, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  \nMore Information: \n\nCost: No cost\n\nWho: Families who have lost a loved one. This loss does not have to be recent\n\nRegistration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org.
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/2024-family-hope-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Event,Youth Bereavement Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20240830T153857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T163543Z
UID:10000249-1731607200-1731612600@bigbendhospice.org
SUMMARY:2024 Adult Feast of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Community Bereavement Care\, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Feast of Remembrance for adults dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the workshop in a safe space where you can talk openly\, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief and connect with others.  \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, November 14\n\nTime: 6:00pm – 7:30pm\n\nLocation: This group will meet in the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center Conference Room\n\nThis group provides a safe space for those who have lost a loved one to share their feelings\, ask questions\, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  \nMore Information: \n\nCost: No cost\n\nWho: Individuals who have lost a loved one. This loss does not have to be recent\n\nRegistration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org.\n\n\nWe invite you to bring a dish in memory or honor of your loved one to share.
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/2024-adult-feast-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Event,Youth Bereavement Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20240111T212023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T163606Z
UID:10000221-1731002400-1731007800@bigbendhospice.org
SUMMARY:2024 Family Feast of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Community Bereavement Care\, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Feast of Remembrance for families dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the workshop in a safe space where you can talk openly\, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief and connect with others.  \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, November 11\n\nTime: 6:00pm – 7:30pm\n\nLocation: This group will meet in the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center Conference Room\n\nThis group provides a safe space for those who have lost a loved one to share their feelings\, ask questions\, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  \nMore Information: \n\nCost: No cost\n\nWho: Families who have lost a loved one. This loss does not have to be recent\n\nRegistration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org.\n\n\nWe invite you to bring a dish in memory or honor of your loved one to share.
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/family-feast-of-remembrance-2/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Event,Youth Bereavement Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T181017
CREATED:20240520T153809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T152415Z
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SUMMARY:Father’s Day Grief Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Event: Father’s Day Grief Workshop: An Evening of Sharing and Healing\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, June 12\, 2024 at 6:00 pm\nLocation: Big Bend Hospice Bartelt Center Conference Room\n1723 Mahan Center Boulevard\, Tallahassee\, FL 32308\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to join us for a special evening in which to remember and honor the men who have made a difference in our lives. \n\n\n\nChildren’s grief support activities will be available in a separate room for ages 6+.\nLight refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHere are some of the benefits of attending this event:\n\nConnect with other community members grieving the loss of an important male figure in their lives\nLearn helpful grief coping tips through participatory and interactive activities\nShare memories of your loved one\nFind support and comfort during a difficult time\n\nWho should attend:\n\nAnyone who is grieving the loss of a father\, grandfather\, or other important male figure in their lives\nAnyone who is interested in learning more about grief and coping\n\nWhat to bring:\n\nYourself\nA photo of your loved one (optional)\n\nRegistration:\nThis event is free and open to the public.\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Pam Mezzina at 850-878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org with questions or to register.
URL:https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/fathers-day-grief/
LOCATION:Big Bend Hospice – Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center\, 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard\, Tallahassee\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Event,Big Bend Hospice Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Mezzina":MAILTO:pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org
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