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SUMMARY:All That Glitters XIII: The Avenue Gallery’s Jewellery Fundraising Exhibition for Victoria Hospice
DESCRIPTION:The Avenue Gallery’s highly anticipated 13th annual jewellery exhibition and fundraiser for Victoria Hospice\, All That Glitters XIII\, showcases stunning\, wearable art from Canada’s finest boutique jewellers. \nFrom December 1st to 31st\, a percentage of each jewellery sale will be donated to Victoria Hospice\, offering each of us the opportunity to acquire a little gem while supporting this invaluable community treasure. Looking fabulous has never felt so rewarding! \nCanadian Jewellers | Jewellery at The Avenue Gallery | Victoria BC
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/all-that-glitters-xiii-the-avenue-gallerys-jewellery-fundraising-exhibition-for-victoria-hospice/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-33/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:‘Grieving Through the Holidays’ Workshop
DESCRIPTION:‘Grieving Through the Holidays’ Workshop (IN PERSON) \nJoin us if you are bereaved following a death of someone important\, and want to be supported in your grief through the holidays. \n  \nAre you wondering how to get through the holiday season after the loss of an important person in your life? Facilitated by a bereavement counsellor and bereavement volunteer\, join us for this in person workshop to discuss grief\, and learn tips to help you cope with and navigate grief during the holidays. Along with other people who are also grieving someone important in their life\, you and other participants will have an opportunity to ask questions\, share ideas\, and learn about how to care for yourselves as you grieve through this holiday season. This is a one-time\, interactive and educational workshop. \n  \nThis is an in-person workshop offered at our Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. Please do not attend if you have signs of illness/infection. We appreciate your attention to this matter. Please arrive on time.  \n  \nPlease note that when registering you are confirming your spot in a workshop with a limited number of spots available\, so please do your best to only register if you feel you are able to come. Please Register on our Eventbrite page here:  \n  \nIf you have further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca  \n\nThis workshop is free of charge. Although never expected Victoria Hospice gratefully accepts all donations.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/grieving-through-the-holidays-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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SUMMARY:Celebrate a Life: a memorial time of reflection and remembrance
DESCRIPTION:A gathering to commemorate the lives of loved ones who have died. Led by Spiritual Care Practitioner Elizabeth Barnard\, it will be an afternoon filled with music\, words and candle lighting. This event is free of charge and light refreshments will be available after the program. All are welcome \n 
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/celebrate-a-life-a-memorial-time-of-reflection-and-remembrance-2/
LOCATION:University of Victoria Multifaith Chapel\, Finnerty Gardens\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8P 2R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Notes of Joy: Advent Noon Concert Series at St Mary's Oak Bay
DESCRIPTION:December 10 – Reflections of Sound\nBennett Chiu (violin)\, Jany Lu (violin)\, and Alex Chernata (clarinet) present works by traditional and contemporary composers. \nPresented by St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in support of Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services \nCelebrate the season of Advent with the gift of music! The beloved Notes of Joy concert series returns to St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Oak Bay\, offering a beautiful way to pause\, reflect\, and prepare for Christmas. Each Wednesday at noon\, talented local musicians will share uplifting performances that bring warmth and joy to the holiday season. \nAll donations from the series will support Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services\, helping individuals and families navigate grief with care and dignity.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/notes-of-joy-advent-noon-concert-series-at-st-marys-oak-bay/
LOCATION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R 5L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-34/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Notes of Joy: Advent Noon Concert Series at St Mary's Oak Bay
DESCRIPTION:December 17 – Joyful Noise\nPianist and singer Tony Booker performs Bach and Brahms and sings traditional Spanish\, Russian\, and German favourites. \nPresented by St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in support of Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services \nCelebrate the season of Advent with the gift of music! The beloved Notes of Joy concert series returns to St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Oak Bay\, offering a beautiful way to pause\, reflect\, and prepare for Christmas. Each Wednesday at noon\, talented local musicians will share uplifting performances that bring warmth and joy to the holiday season. \nAll donations from the series will support Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services\, helping individuals and families navigate grief with care and dignity.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/notes-of-joy-advent-noon-concert-series-at-st-marys-oak-bay-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R 5L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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