Grief Transformed: Walk for Healing (held outdoors at Quiet Waters Park)
2020-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Quiet Waters Park, 600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21403, United States
Adults can join other grievers for Grief Transformed: Walk for Healing. There are many ways to move through grief and loss. Discover what moves you on your grief journey as you join others on a walk through Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis, Maryland, and allow nature to hold your grief. This is an easy walk on a flat, paved trail. Participants will gather after the walk to share their experience and talk about ways to use nature as a healing force in one’s grief journey. This event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 17 and will begin at the park’s Holly Pavilion. The cost is $10 plus the park entrance fee.
Registration is required for all events and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19.

Caring for the Continuum of Life 2020: A Virtual Healthcare Symposium
2020-10-24 | Online, United States

Pet Loss Workshop sponsored by Perfect Pet Resort (via Telehealth)
2020-11-05 18:00 - 20:00 | MD
This virtual workshop, sponsored by Perfect Pet Resort, includes a time to share individual stories, an introduction to the grief process, an art activity to honor your beloved pet, and suggestions for healthy coping. This free event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5.
Registration is required for all events and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19.

Book Group (via Telehealth and in-person)
2020-11-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
People can join in on conversations about where grief meets life in literature and discuss “Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief: A Revolutionary Approach to Understanding and Healing the Impact of Loss,” by Claire Bidwell Smith, a licensed clinical professional counselor. This event will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, online and, for a limited number of participants, in-person on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland. It is free, but participants must obtain their own copy of the book.
Registration is required for all events and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19.

Living with Loss: Through the Holidays (via Telehealth)
2020-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 | MD
This virtual workshop will offer grieving adults support while helping them to honor memories and explore coping strategies during the holiday season. It will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 3. The cost is $5 to participate.
Registration is required for all events and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19.

Caregiving through the Holidays, a free virtual workshop
2020-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Online, 90 Ritchie Highway, pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
The holiday season can stir up a variety of mixed emotions for many people. This year, with restrictions on gathering with friends and family due to the pandemic, navigating this time of year is even more complicated, especially for those who are caring for someone who is experiencing a chronic illness or disability.
Chesapeake Life Center understands and wants to help. This team of expert counselors will host “Caregiving through the Holidays,” a free virtual workshop to offer caregivers support, foster connections with other caregivers, and explore coping strategies to use through the holiday season. It will take place via Zoom for Healthcare from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10.
To register, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. This workshop is one of many the center has offered as a service to those in the community who are struggling with the impact of the COVID-19 crisis. For a complete listing of offerings, visit the Hospice of the Chesapeake website at https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/events.
For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19.

Yoga for a Cause: Virtual Chair Yoga and Meditation with Kim
2020-12-31 10:00 - 11:15 | Crofton Yoga
Grab a chair, warm up your Zoom account, and get ready for some Yoga for a Cause! Crofton Yoga is hosting its annual Yoga for a Cause event and this year, selected Hospice of the Chesapeake to receive 100 percent of the registration fees from its Chair Yoga and Meditation with Kim session. HOC was chosen as on of the charities of choice and 100% of the $20 registration fee will be donated to us. Talk about doing good that feels good! This event will take place virtually from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Dec. 31. To register, click on this link: http://bit.ly/2KhikG5

Stepping Stones Children's Grief Support Group (In Person)
2021-01-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Stepping Stones, a monthly support group for children ages 6 to 12 grieving the loss of a loved one, will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 9, Feb. 6 and March 6. Breakfast, games and activities are included.
This group meets according to the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County. Groups are limited to six participants and masks must be worn at all times. The cost for each group is $10 per participant, with a maximum of $20 per family. Pre-registration is required for all these programs and must be completed before attending by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Pre-Teen Grief Support Group (In Person)
2021-01-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
The Pre-Teen Group, a monthly support group for pre-teens and early teens to connect and share with others who have lost a loved one. It meets at the same time but in a different room as the Phoenix Rising group – from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. A meal is provided along with games and other activities.
These groups meet according to the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County. Groups are limited to six participants and masks must be worn at all times. The cost for each group is $10 per participant, with a maximum of $20 per family. Pre-registration is required for all these programs and must be completed before attending by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Nurturing the Grieving Heart through Yoga: A Six-Week Virtual Workshop (Via Telehealth)
2021-01-21 18:00 - 19:15 | MD
Nurturing the Grieving Heart through Yoga is a six-week virtual workshop that will be held from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 21 to Feb. 25. These adult yoga classes are facilitated by Cathy Rees, a registered nurse and certified yoga instructor with the Yoga Center of Columbia. This gentle workshop can be done standing or from a chair and is perfect for both grievers and caregivers. The total cost for the six weeks is $40.
Registration is required for all events and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19.

Quarterly Book Group: “The Fault in Our Stars"
2021-02-05 10:00 - 11:30 | MD
The Chesapeake Life Center’s free Quarterly Book Group, will be meeting both in person and virtually. This group is where bereaved adults can share in conversations about where grief meets life in literature. This quarter’s book choice is “The Fault in Our Stars,” by John Green. The group will meet from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 5.
Per Center for Disease Control guidelines, the number of people who will be allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to six to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Visit hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops.
Registration is required for both groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops.

Winter Walk in Prince George's County
2021-02-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Lake Artemesia Natural Area, Berwyn Road & 55th Ave, Berwyn Heights, 20740, United States
Even in winter, nature has gifts for us, healing to offer. Join other grievers for a mid-winter slow walk through one of the lovely parks in Prince George’s County. This walk will focus on developing awareness of the natural surroundings and how this can help in coping with loss. There will be time for discussion and reflection. The walk will be for all fitness levels on an easy trail in Lake Artemesia Natural Area in Berwyn Heights and will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 8. Masks are required and participation limited according to Prince George’s County and Centers for Disease Control guidelines.
Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops.

Brian Boru Fundraising Night for Hospice of the Chesapeake
2021-02-16 16:00 - 21:00 | Brian Boru Irish Restaurant and Pub, 489 Ritchie Hwy. #103, Severna Park, MD - Maryland, 21146
Don’t bother looking up what to do with whatever is in your fridge or pantry for dinner on Feb. 16. Instead, take out or dine in at Brian Boru and enjoy their classics in a 3 Course Meal for $25. $10 from each meal your order goes to Hospice of Chesapeake!
All orders are for carryout, dine-in, or outside dining. To order carryout online, visit at Brianborupub.com. To order carryout by phone, or to make reservations, call 410-975-2678 and ask for the Hospice of the Chesapeake Fundraiser menu.
Here are your fundraiser menu options:
Starters (Choose One)
Your choice of Potato Leek Soup or Tomato Whiskey Soup
OR Caesar Salad or Garden Salad
Entrees (Choose One)
Fish and Chips: Cod dipped in homemade beer batter, deep fried and served with irish chips, tartar sauce and cole slaw
Shepherd’s Pie: Ground Sirloin, gravy, onions, peas, and carrots with mashed potatoes
Whiskey Leek Chicken: Grilled Chicken topped with whiskey leek cream sauce served with mashed potatoes and vegetable medley
Vegetarian Boxty: Potato boxty, mushrooms, onions, garlic, peppers, marinara, cheddar jack cheese
Desserts (Choose One)
Bailey’s Chocolate Mousse
OR
Irish Bread Pudding

Caregivers Six-Week Support Group (In Person)
2021-03-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
This facilitated group is designed for those actively caring for a loved one with a chronic illness. This group will provide participants an opportunity to connect with other caregivers, learn about resources, coping strategies and more, in a safe supportive space. The group will meet Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. March 2 to April 6. This is a free offering, but a six-week commitment is required.
Per Center for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County guidelines, the number of people allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to six to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted in any of these groups.
Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops.

Stepping Stones Children's Grief Support Group (In Person)
2021-04-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Stepping Stones, a monthly support group for children ages 6 to 12 grieving the loss of a loved one, will meet from 10 a.m. to noon April 3. Breakfast, games and activities are included.
This group meets according to the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County. Groups are limited to six participants and masks must be worn at all times. The cost for each group is $10 per participant, with a maximum of $20 per family. Pre-registration is required for all these programs and must be completed before attending by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Gardening & Healing
2021-04-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Gardening & Healing is part of Chesapeake Life Center‘s quarterly Grief Transformed series. There are many ways to move through grief and loss. See what emerges when we do more than just talk it out by planting new life and sharing how gardening can help soften feelings of grief. The group will meet from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 10 on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus. If the weather cooperates, it will meet outdoors. The cost is $10 per person.
Per Center for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County guidelines, the number of people allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to six to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted in any of these groups.
Registration is required for all groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Tuscan Twilight Tasting
2021-04-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Online, 90 Ritchie Highway, Hospice of the Chesapeake, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Join us for a virtual wine tasting! More information and a link for registration can be found at the event page by clicking here.

Guilt & Bereavement Webinar
2021-04-23 09:00 - 11:15 | Online, 90 Ritchie Highway, Hospice of the Chesapeake, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Social workers, therapists and counselors can earn continuing education credits while learning how to help grievers with “Guilt & Bereavement,” a continuing education webinar offered by Chesapeake Life Center.
Guilt is a common element in the experience of grieving persons. Yet an understanding of its components and its impact on the grief process has not been well-defined.
In this live, interactive virtual workshop, participants will take a deeper dive into an understanding of the concept of guilt, its intersection with grief, and how caring professionals can facilitate their clients making peace with this difficult emotion.
This webinar will take place from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. April 23 and will be presented by Roberta Rook, licensed clinical professional counselor, and Casey Dressel, licensed clinical social worker, both with Chesapeake Life Center.
Chesapeake Life Center is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education learning activities and maintains full responsibility for this program. This training qualifies for 2.0 credit hours of Category 1 continuing education units.
The Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists certifies that this program meets the criteria for 2.0 credit hours of Category A continuing education for Counselors and Therapists in Maryland.
The cost is $30. Preregistration is required and can be completed online at bit.ly/GuiltandBereavement. For questions, contact 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@hospicechesapeake.org.

Walking Group for Grievers in Quiet Waters Park
2021-04-24 10:00 - 12:00 | MD
Let nature hold your loss as grievers can join one of the center’s counselors for a monthly Walking Group. The group will meet in various locations in Anne Arundel County for easy walks suitable for most fitness levels. After, all will pause to share their experience and talk about ways to use the outdoors as a means of healing. The walks will take place on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon April 24, May 22 and June 26 at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis. The cost to participate in a walk is $10 to help with pavilion rental.
Per Center for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County guidelines, the number of people allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted in any of these groups.
Registration is required for all groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Walking Group for Grievers in Prince George's County
2021-04-28 11:00 - 12:30 | Lake Artemesia Natural Area, Berwyn Road & 55th Ave, Berwyn Heights, 20740, United States
Grievers can take part in a peaceful spring walk from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, around beautiful Lake Artemesia in Berwyn Heights in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Join one of the center’s bereavement counselors for this free and easy walk and reflect on this season of new beginnings and nature’s capacity to provide healing in times of grief.
Per Center for Disease Control and Prince George’s counties’ guidelines, the number of people allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted in any of these groups.
Registration is required for all groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Four-Week Multi-Media Art Journaling Workshop
2021-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Grief has many layers and complex feelings that are often hard to put in words. Participants in our Four-Week Multi-Media Art Journaling Workshop will create personalized multi-media grief art journals using a range of supplies. No artistic ability is required. Join us for this professionally facilitated program for a fun way to give the complexity of grief and healing a voice. Supplies will be provided. It will be held Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., May 4 to 25. A four-week commitment is required. The cost is $40.
Per Center for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County guidelines, the number of people allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to six to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted in any of these groups.
Registration is required for all groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Pet Loss Virtual Workshop
2021-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Perfect Pet Resort, 840 W. Bay Front Road, Lothian, 20711, United States
Pet Loss Virtual Workshop is sponsored by Perfect Pet Resort and will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. May 4. Adults who are mourning the loss of a beloved animal friend can participate in this interactive online workshop that includes a time to share individual stories, an introduction to the grief process, an art activity to honor your beloved pet, brainstorming and suggestions for healthy coping. The workshop is free, but people must register online at http://bit.ly/pet-loss-workshop.

Brian Boru Fundraising Night for Hospice of the Chesapeake
2021-05-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Brian Boru Irish Restaurant and Pub, 489 Ritchie Hwy. #103, Severna Park, MD - Maryland, 21146
Don’t bother looking up what to do with whatever is in your fridge or pantry for dinner on May 6. Instead, take out or dine in at Brian Boru and enjoy their classics in a 3 Course Meal for $25. $10 from each meal your order goes to Hospice of Chesapeake!
All orders are for carryout, dine-in, or outside dining. To order carryout online, visit at Brianborupub.com. To order carryout by phone, or to make reservations, call 410-975-2678 and ask for the Hospice of the Chesapeake Fundraiser menu.
Here are your fundraiser menu options:
Starter
A cup of our traditional Potato & Leek Soup, Tomato Whiskey Soup OR a small Caesar Salad or Garden Salad.
Main Course (Pick One)
Whiskey Leek Chicken
Grilled chicken, topped with Irish whiskey cream and leek sauce, served with champ mash and vegetable medley.
Fish & Chips
Fillets of Atlantic Cod are dipped in our homemade beer batter, deep-fried to a golden brown, served with Irish chips and tartar sauce.
Medieval Beef Stew ** GLUTEN FREE
Tender chunks of beef marinated, braised, and stewed with large chunks of celery, carrots, and onions and topped with a scoop of mashed potatoes.
Shepherd’s Pie ** GLUTEN FREE
Ground Beef Sirloin cooked in a casserole with onion, peas and carrot, topped with mashed potato.
Vegetarian Boxty*
A traditional potato pancake with mushrooms, onions, spinach, garlic, and peppers, all sautéed with melted provolone and cheddar cheese and smothered with a chunky tomato marinara sauce.
Dessert
Bailey’s Espresso Chocolate Mousse OR Traditional Bread Pudding.

Caregivers Four-Week Support Group (In Person)
2021-05-11 18:00 - 19:00 | MD
After popular demand, Chesapeake Life Center will once again offer a support group specifically for caregivers that will meet in person on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena.
The Caregivers Four-Week Support Group is a facilitated group designed for those actively caring for a loved one with a chronic illness. This group will provide attendees with an opportunity to connect with other caregivers and learn about resources, coping strategies and more, all in a safe, therapeutic space. The group will meet at the center from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, May 11 to June 1.
This is a free offering, but a four-week commitment is required.
Per Center for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County guidelines, the number of people allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to six to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted.
Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops.

Quarterly Book Group: “Modern Loss: Candid Conversation About Grief. Beginners Welcome"
2021-05-14 10:00 - 11:30 | MD
The Chesapeake Life Center’s free Quarterly Book Group, will be meeting both in person and virtually. This group is where bereaved adults can share in conversations about where grief meets life in literature. This quarter’s book choice is “Modern Loss: Candid Conversation About Grief. Beginners Welcome,” by Rebecca Soffer and Gabrielle Birkner. The group will meet from 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 14.
Per Center for Disease Control guidelines, the number of people who will be allowed to participate in programs in person is limited to six to allow for physical distancing. Face masks must be worn at all times. Visit hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops.
Registration is required for both groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. For details on telehealth bereavement services, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/clc-covid-19. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops.

Summer Children's Programs: Adventures in Grief
2021-05-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Terrapin Adventures, 8600 Foundry St #50, Savage, MD, 20763, United States
Chesapeake Life Center will offer three different Saturdays of summer grief programs for children ages 6 to 11. Just pick the one that suits your child’s needs best. As these will be held in person, space is limited which means a child can only attend one of the programs.

Adventures in Grief will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 15 at Terrapin Adventures at Historic Savage Mill at 8600 Foundry St. in Savage, Maryland. Grief for kids can be a wild journey, sometimes feeling like a safari or climbing up a mountain. Come and explore this grief adventure, how it looks and feels different for everyone, in a very physical way.
Summer Grief Art Workshop is a creative program designed to help younger children use art to gain support, express their feelings, and make their grief visible through arts and crafts. It will be held at a location yet to be determined in Anne Arundel County. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 26.
Rhythm and Grieve will be held from 10 to 4 p.m. July 17 at a Prince George’s County location that is yet to be determined. Like other forms of art, music allows children to express their grief constructively in non-verbal ways. In this workshop kids will make their own instruments as a way to honor their loved ones, creatively express their emotions, and connect with others in the process. Get ready for grief out loud!

As these events have limited participation, the Chesapeake Life Center team is confident it can offer a safe experience for all participants, and will take all the necessary precautions, following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control.
The cost for each program is $40, and includes snacks, meals, activities and a T-Shirt. Scholarships are available; inquire upon registering. Call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Also, visit www.chesapeakelifecenter.org for ongoing children’s programs.

Nurturing the Grieving Heart through Yoga (virtual workshop)
2021-06-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Nurturing the Grieving Heart through Yoga returns for adult grievers as a four-week program that will meet online from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 2 to 23. facilitated by Cathy Rees, a registered nurse and certified yoga instructor with the Yoga Center of Columbia, participants remember their loved ones with more love than pain through targeted breathwork, very gentle movement and guided meditation. No yoga experience is necessary. The yoga can be practiced seated on a chair or from a mat on the floor. The cost is $40 for the four weeks. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Summer Children's Programs: Summer Grief Art Workshop
2021-06-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Artsy Partsy, 8055 Ritchie Highway, Suite 302, Pasadena, Maryland, 21122
Summer Grief Art Workshop is a creative program designed to help children ages 6 to 11 use art to gain support, express their feelings, and make their grief visible through arts and crafts. It will be held at Artsy Partsy, 8055 Ritchie Hwy, Suite 302 Patriot Plaza 3rd Floor, Pasadena, Maryland. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 26.
This is the second of four Saturdays of summer grief programs Chesapeake Life Center is offering for children and teens that are filled with adventure, music and art.
As these will be held in person, space is limited which means a child can only attend one of the programs. The Chesapeake Life Center team is confident it can offer a safe experience for all participants, and will take all the necessary precautions, following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control.
The cost for each program is $40, and includes snacks, meals, activities and a T-Shirt. Scholarships are available; inquire upon registering. Call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Also, visit www.chesapeakelifecenter.org for ongoing children’s programs.

Summer Children's Programs: Rhythm and Grieve
2021-07-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Watkins Park, 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774, United States
Chesapeake Life Center will offer three different Saturdays of summer grief programs for children ages 6 to 11. Just pick the one that suits your child’s needs best. As these will be held in person, space is limited which means a child can only attend one of the programs.

Adventures in Grief will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 15 at Terrapin Adventures at Historic Savage Mill at 8600 Foundry St. in Savage, Maryland. Grief for kids can be a wild journey, sometimes feeling like a safari or climbing up a mountain. Come and explore this grief adventure, how it looks and feels different for everyone, in a very physical way.
Summer Grief Art Workshop is a creative program designed to help younger children use art to gain support, express their feelings, and make their grief visible through arts and crafts. It will be held at Artsy Partsy in Pasadena. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 26.
Rhythm and Grieve will be held from 10 to 4 p.m. July 17 at Watkins Park, 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Like other forms of art, music allows children to express their grief constructively in non-verbal ways. In this workshop kids will make their own instruments as a way to honor their loved ones, creatively express their emotions, and connect with others in the process. Get ready for grief out loud!

As these events have limited participation, the Chesapeake Life Center team is confident it can offer a safe experience for all participants, and will take all the necessary precautions, following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control.
The cost for each program is $40, and includes snacks, meals, activities and a T-Shirt. Scholarships are available; inquire upon registering. Call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Also, visit www.chesapeakelifecenter.org for ongoing children’s programs.

Quarterly Book Group: 'The Hot Young Widow's Club'
2021-07-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Chesapeake Life Center’s free Quarterly Book Group will meet both in person at the center at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland, and virtually, via Zoom for Healthcare. This group is for bereaved adults to share in conversations about where grief meets life in literature. This quarter’s book choice is “The Hot Young Widow’s Club” by Nora McInerny. It will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 19. In-person restrictions will be updated prior to the event using the most recent Centers for Disease Control guidelines and organizational policies.
Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.
