September 8, 2022 @ 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm Suicide Awareness Vigil Lake Paran 269 Houghton Street, North Bennington, VT, United States Suicide Awareness Vigil with floating lanterns View PDF Flyer Join United Counseling Service at Lake Paran as we remember those we’ve lost to suicide. The evening will include the lighting and release of floating lanterns on the lake and light refreshments. This event is made possible by the Gregory S. Hillman Fund. Rain date: Friday, September Free
September 17, 2022 - September 18, 2022 The Barn Sale Riley Rink at Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Road, Manchester, VT, United States The 2022 Barn Sale is here! View the PDF flyer September 17, 9am-4pm September 18, 9am-3pm Join us at the Northshire Civic Center for the best tag sale in Vermont! The event is free and open to the public, with all proceeds benefiting the crucial mental health programs that UCS provides in the Northshire, including Free
September 21, 2022 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm UCS Presents: The Hungry Heart The Bennington Performing Arts Center 331 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States A look at prescription drug addiction in Vermont Register Now UCS is proud to host a screening of “The Hungry Heart” at the Bennington Performing Arts Center followed by a panel discussion facilitated by Lori Vadakin, Director of Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse at UCS. This event is free and open to the public. Free
October 7, 2022 - October 28, 2022 Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Retreat United Counseling Service 100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT, United States View PDF Flyer > Fridays in October 2022 The EMDR Intensive retreat is designed to offer individuals or loved ones dealing with trauma an opportunity to heal in beautiful Southern Vermont. The length of the retreat can vary from one day to several days and will be determined by the needs identified in the initial
November 5, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am The 5th Annual Superhero 5K Bennington Community Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States View the PDF Flyer > Registration is open now through November 5. You must register by October 6 to be guaranteed a race shirt. Online registration is closed. But don't worry, you can still register in person. In-person registration and race information packet pickup will take place at the Bennington Community Center from 4 - Free – $35.00
December 8, 2022 @ 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Cooking Classes for teens with Teens4Change 21 Burgess Road 21 Burgess Road, Bennington, VT, United States Participate in this “hands-on” group and learn the technique of the pros: Whip, simmer, knead, emulsify, sear and more. Have fun and meet other teens who love to cook! Enjoy fun themes and activities focused on food, cooking, and nutrition. December 8th: Italian Pizzelles Cookies December 15th: Trio of Hot Chocolates and Pancake Stacks Please contact MNealon@ucsvt.org if you Free
December 8, 2022 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm OQSA (Out, Questioning and Straight Alliance) 21 Burgess Road 21 Burgess Road, Bennington, VT, United States This peer support group provides a safe and supportive environment for students who are interested in promoting understanding and respect for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender & questioning students, and their allies. Please contact MNealon@ucsvt.org if you would like to attend. T4C is a peer-led local group that connects teens and builds positive community connections while Free
December 9, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Holiday Craft Fair Second Congregational Church 115 Hillside Street, Bennington, VT, United States The Developmental Services Connections program will host a holiday craft fair on December 9, 2022, from 10am-3pm, at Second Congregational Church, located at 115 Hillside Street, Bennington, VT 05201. Local vendors invited to attend! $25 table fee. If interested in attending as a vendor, please RSVP to Christopher Burke at 802.445.7285 by December 2.
December 15, 2022 @ 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Cooking class for teens with Teens4Change 21 Burgess Road 21 Burgess Road, Bennington, VT, United States Participate in this “hands-on” group and learn the technique of the pros: Whip, simmer, knead, emulsify, sear and more. Have fun and meet other teens who love to cook! Enjoy fun themes and activities focused on food, cooking, and nutrition. December 15th: Trio of Hot Chocolates and Pancake Stacks Please contact MNealon@ucsvt.org if you would like to attend. Free