UCS Presents: Untreated and Unheard: The Addiction Crisis in America February 16, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mission City Church 416 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States Please join United Counseling Service at Mission City Church for a film screening of "Untreated and Unheard: The Addiction Crisis in America", a documentary that shares the stories of families
Bennington Youth Summit March 25, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Second Congregational Church 115 Hillside Street, Bennington, VT, United States United Counseling Service (UCS) invites Bennington area youth ages 13-18 to its annual Bennington Youth Summit on March 25, 2023, from 9am-2pm at Second Congregational Church! The day will be packed
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training March 28, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Via Zoom Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
Career Fair April 1, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Coffee Bar 109 South Street, Bennington, VT, United States Looking for a change? We are holding a Career Fair at The Coffee Bar on April 1st, from 9am to 11am. Meet our human resources team and learn about the
Career Fair April 6, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm United Counseling Service 100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT, United States Looking for a change? We are holding a Career Fair at United Counseling Service on April 6th, from 4pm to 7pm. Meet our human resources team and learn about the
PUCK Open House May 11, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 314 Dewey St. 314 Dewey St., Bennington, VT, United States The Psychiatric Urgent Care for Kids (PUCK) program would like to invite community members and families to join us for an open house at the Children, Youth and Family Services
Me2/ Orchestra: Classical Music for Mental Health May 13, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Southern Vermont Arts Center 860 SVAC Drive / West Road, Manchester, VT, United States Join us for an evening of music. The Me/2 Orchestra is the world’s only classical music organization created for individuals with mental illnesses and the people who support them. UCS
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training May 24, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Via Zoom Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training June 6, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Mission City Church 416 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States Learn how to support the young people in your life. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance
Open Interviews August 1, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States United Counseling Service (UCS) will hold an Open Interview Day for its Early Childhood Services (ECS) programs on Tuesday, August 1, from 4-6pm, at the Spring Center in Bennington, VT.
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training September 13, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Via Zoom Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
The Barn Sale September 16, 2023 - September 17, 2023 Riley Rink at Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Road, Manchester, VT, United States Join us for the best tag sale in Vermont! The annual Barn Sale benefiting UCS kicks off September 16 to September 17 at the Northshire Civic Center at Riley Rink
Suicide Prevention Awareness Vigil September 29, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Lake Paran 269 Houghton Street, North Bennington, VT, United States Join UCS in lighting lanterns of remembrance on Friday, September 29 at 5:30pm at Lake Paran. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Gather at the waterside with friends and neighbors
UCS Presents: Suicide-The Ripple Effect October 4, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Manchester Community Library 138 Cemetery Ave., Manchester, VT, United States Join United Counseling Service of Bennington County for a showing of the documentary, Suicide: The Ripple Effect, created by global public speaker, author, and survivor, Kevin Hines. This event is
An Evening with Kevin Hines October 19, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Riley Center for the Arts 57 Seminary Avenue, Manchester, VT, United States Join us for an evening with Kevin Hines as a part of our 65th Anniversary celebration. Kevin Hines is a best selling author, global public speaker, and award winning documentary
Open Interviews for Head Start/Early Head Start of Bennington County October 24, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States United Counseling Service (UCS) will hold Open Interviews for its Early Childhood Services (ECS) programs on Tuesday, October 24, from 3-5:30pm, at the Spring Center in Bennington, VT. Hiring managers
Superhero 5K November 4, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Bennington Community Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Online registration is now closed. Thank you for another great Superhero 5K! Be a Superhero! Join us on for the 6th annual UCS Superhero 5K and Kids’ Dash. Run, walk
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training November 10, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Via Zoom Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
Teens4Change Presents: Basket Bingo November 15, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Mount Anthony Union Middle School 747 East Road, Bennington, VT, United States Join the youth of United Counseling Service's Teens4Change program for a Basket Bingo fundraiser! Gift baskets filled with local items will be raffled off and food and drinks will be
Adult Mental Health First Aid December 1, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
Holiday Craft Fair December 8, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Baptist Church 601 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States The annual Holiday Craft Fair hosted by the Developmental Services Connections program returns on December 8, 2023, at the First Baptist Church in Bennington, VT. Clients of UCS’ Developmental Services
Bake Sale February 14, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Do you have a sweet tooth? The Developmental Services Division’s Connections Program is hosting a Bake Sale at the Spring Center in Bennington on Valentine’s Day from 9am to 3pm.
Pi Day Bake Off March 14, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join UCS Developmental Services on March 14 for a sweet fundraiser to benefit the Client Activities Fund, which makes it possible for our clients to enjoy fun experiences throughout the
Head Start Open Interviews April 30, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join us at the Spring Center April 30, from 4-6pm for open interviews! Head Start/Early Head Start of Bennington County will host an Open Interviews event from 4-6pm on April
HOPE House Open House May 28, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm HOPE House 1128 Monument Avenue, Bennington, VT, United States Join UCS' Children, Youth and Family Services division for an open house on May 28 to celebrate the opening of Healthy Options for Psychiatric Emergencies (HOPE House). The new program
Safe to Go! Free Car Seat Fitting Event May 30, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ocean Start Parking Lot 99 Bennington Square, Bennington, VT, United States Car seat fitting. Join United Children's Services, Bennington Fire Department, Bennington County Sheriff's Office, UCS Children, Youth, and Family Services, and Head Start at the Ocean City Job Parking Lot
Just Getting By: An Evening with Bess O’Brien June 5, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Bennington Theater 331 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless, Sunrise Family Resource Center, Turning Point Recovery Center of Bennington, and United Counseling Service for a screening of Vermont filmmaker Bess O'Brien's film, Free
Join Bennington County Head Start/Early Head Start with Yo Re Mi by Vermont Arts Exchange June 28, 2024 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Families welcome! Please join us with Yo, Re, Mi for yoga, music and mindfulness. Please bring a towel or yoga mat—event held outside.
2024 Bennington Youth Summit June 29, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Second Congregational Church 115 Hillside Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join your friends and make new ones in a day of workshops, lunch, and activities. Topics include empowerment, healthy relationships, and self-defense. For ages 13-19. Made possible in part by Free
Head Start/Early Head Start Instant Enrollment July 31, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Join Head Start/Early Head Start of Bennington County for an Instant Enrollment event at its North Bennington campus at 2 Park St., North Bennington, VT on July 31, 2024, from
Head Start and Early Head Start Open Interviews August 28, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join us for open interviews at our Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This is a great opportunity to meet our team, learn more about the impactful work we
Head Start Pownal Open House September 10, 2024 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Head Start Pownal School House Road, Pownal, VT, United States We're very excited to announce the opening of our new Head Start and Early Head Start building in Pownal! Join us for a ribbon cutting and light refreshments on Tuesday,
2024 Barn Sale September 14, 2024 @ 9:00 am - September 15, 2024 @ 3:00 pm Riley Rink at Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Road, Manchester, VT, United States Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Barn Sale, the best tag sale in Vermont! Taking place on September 14 and 15 at Riley Rink in Manchester, Vermont, this
Suicide Awareness Vigil September 27, 2024 @ 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm Lake Paran 269 Houghton Street, North Bennington, VT, United States Join us at Lake Paran at 6:30 on September 27th as we remember those we've lost to suicide. The evening will begin with light refreshments and storytelling then we will
Superhero 5K and Kids’ Dash November 2, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Join UCS for this year’s Superhero 5K and Kids’ Dash on November 2, 2024! Walk or run through beautiful downtown Bennington in our 7th annual community race. The race begins
Holiday Craft Table @Bennington Community Market December 7, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Bennington Community Market 239 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join United Counseling Service (UCS)' Developmental Services division on December 7 as our Community Supports program hosts a Holiday Craft Table at the Bennington Community Market. The table will feature
Monthly hiring event February 11, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 314 Dewey Street 314 Dewey Street, Bennington, VT, United States United Counseling Service (UCS) will hold a hiring event on February 11, 2025, from 3-5pm, at its 314 Dewey Street location in Bennington, VT. Hiring managers will be available to
2025 UCS Bennington Youth Summit April 26, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mount Anthony Union Middle School 747 East Road, Bennington, VT, United States Join United Counseling Service for the 2025 UCS Bennington Youth Summit on April 26 for a day of workshops, guest speakers, games, and food! This year's theme is' thriving, not Free
Head Start 60th anniversary celebration Featured May 16, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join UCS in celebrating 60 years of Head Start! United Counseling Service (UCS)’s division of United Children’s Services honors the National Head Start Association (NHSA)’s 60th anniversary on May 16
Head Start & Early Head Start Instant Admission Day June 4, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Head Start/Early Head Start: Pownal, VT 124 Schoolhouse Road, Pownal, VT, United States Join Early Childhood Services for Instant Admission Day at our Head Start & Early Head Start location in Pownal, VT on Wednesday, June 4, from 3 - 5pm! Staff will
Head Start & Early Head Start Instant Admission Day: North Bennington June 12, 2025 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Head Start/Early Head Start: North Bennington, VT 2 Park Street, North Bennington, VT, United States Join Early Childhood Services for Instant Admission Day at our Head Start & Early Head Start location in North Bennington, VT, on Thursday, June 12, from 12:30 - 2:30pm! Staff
Head Start & Early Head Start Instant Admission Day: Bennington July 11, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join Early Childhood Services for Instant Admission Day at our Head Start & Early Head Start location in Bennington, VT, on Friday, July 11, from 3:30 - 5pm! Staff will
Open Interviews – Head Start/Early Head Start August 13, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join Head Start and Early Head Start of Bennington County for Open Interviews on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 3 - 5pm, at the Spring Center. Staff will be onsite
Open Enrollment – Head Start/Early Head Start August 13, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join Head Start and Early Head Start of Bennington County for Open Enrollment on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 3 - 5pm at the Spring Center. Staff will be onsite
The Barn Sale 2025 September 13, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Riley Rink at Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Road, Manchester, VT, United States Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Barn Sale, the best tag sale in Vermont! Taking place on September 13 and 14 at Riley Rink in Manchester, Vermont, this
Mental Health First Aid Training November 5, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
Superhero 5K and Kids’ Dash November 8, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Bennington YMCA 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States The annual UCS Superhero 5K and Kids' Dash is a family friendly community event in downtown Bennington, VT, that brings participants of all ages together for a good cause. This
U See Us Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser November 21, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Bennington Rural Fire Department 63 Gore Road, Bennington, United States Join us for a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser hosted by the UCS Self-Advocacy group. Every dollar raised will support our group’s trip to the Green Mountain Self-Advocacy Voices and Choices Conference
UCS Holiday Craft Fair December 6, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Grace Christian School 104 Kocher Drive, Bennington, VT, United States The annual Holiday Craft Fair, hosted by the Developmental Services division of United Counseling Service (UCS), is back! Join us for a festive day of local creativity, holiday shopping, and
Shine Your Light: A UCS Client Art Show December 11, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Southern Vermont Arts Center 860 SVAC Drive / West Road, Manchester, VT, United States Join us for Shine Your Light, an inspiring showcase that celebrates the artistic expression and unique voices of our clients. Reception: Thursday, December 11 | 4:00–7:00 PM Join us for
UCS Presents: Families in Recovery: The importance of connected networks to support those in recovery January 15 @ 4:45 pm - 6:45 pm Manchester Community Library 138 Cemetery Ave., Manchester, VT, United States Learn how to support a loved one and take care of yourself when facing substance use and addiction. Join us for a brief presentation, panel discussion, and interactive Q&A. Walk
Gone Guys February 4 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bennington Theater 331 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join us for a screening of the documentary Gone Guys followed by a facilitated panel discussion. Boys and young men are struggling. It’s time to talk about it. Presented by
Mental Health First Aid training February 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
Mental Health First Aid Training-CLASS FULL February 27 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm United Counseling Service 100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT, United States This class is full. Please see ucsvt.org/events for other MHFA training dates, including February 25 at the Spring Center (655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT). Join the more than 2.6
Mental Health First Aid Training March 17 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
Head Start Open Enrollment April 22 @ 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm Head Start/Early Head Start: North Bennington, VT 2 Park Street, North Bennington, VT, United States Don't wait - enroll today! Head Start provides high-quality early education for children ages six weeks to five years and is open to all families. A number of community slots
Mental Health First Aid Training May 6 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health
NAMI Family Voices – hosted by UCS May 6 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm United Counseling Service 100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT, United States As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, you are invited to join UCS on May 6 from 3:30-5pm (Community Conference Room, 100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT) for an event
Head Start Open Enrollment May 7 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Don't wait - enroll today! Head Start provides high-quality early education for children ages six weeks to five years and is open to all families. A number of community slots
NAMI Family Voices – hosted by UCS May 19 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, you are invited to join UCS on May 19 from 1:30-3pm (Spring Center, 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT) for an event featuring stories
The Barn Sale 2026 September 19 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Riley Rink at Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Road, Manchester, VT, United States Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Barn Sale, the best tag sale in Vermont! Taking place on September 19 and 20 at Riley Rink in Manchester, Vermont, this
9th Annual UCS Superhero 5K and Kids’ Dash November 7 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Berkshire Family YMCA 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Join United Counseling Service for our 9th Annual UCS Superhero 5K and Kids' Dash on November 7, 2026! This fun, family friendly event will benefit Chickens for Change, a program