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SUMMARY:Endswell Booth at Carrboro Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Come check out our booth and talk to our team. We’ll be right in front of Weaver Street Market! \n\n\n\nLearn more about Carrboro’s Earth Day Plans here.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/carrboro-earth-day-2025/
LOCATION:Weaver Street\, Carrboro\, 101 E Weaver St\, Carrboro\, NC\, 27510\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Hillsborough Climate Challenge: Show the Earth Some Love
DESCRIPTION:Come visit our booth at Cedar Grove Law and learn more about sustainable funeral care options.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/hillsborough-climate-challenge-show-the-earth-some-love/
LOCATION:Cedar Grove Law\, 127 W. King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Hillsborough Climate Challenge: Green Burials and Sustainable Funerals
DESCRIPTION:Learn more at: https://orangecountync.librarycalendar.com/event/endswell-green-burial-hillsborough-climate-challenge-20817
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/hillsborough-climate-challenge-green-burials-and-sustainable-funerals/
LOCATION:Orange County Public Library\, 137 W Margaret Lane\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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UID:10000134-1744137000-1744142400@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Medical Examiner
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker\, Sandra VanOverbake has been in the death care industry since 2010. She has a Master’s in Forensic Science from University of Florida. She began her career as an Autopsy Technician\, developing the needed skills to becomine a Death Investigator at Chief Medical Examiner’s Office for the State of North Carolina. She now works for a local organ procurement organization\, HonorBridge\, servine the community by caring for deceased individuals through the donor’s gift of life. She spends her “free time” teaching at Wake Techincal Community College and serving as a medical examiner for Orange County.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/speaker-series-medical-examiner/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T113000
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SUMMARY:Information Session Apr. 17\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-apr-17-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Endswell Booth at Raleigh Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Come check out our booth and talk to our team. We’ll be set up in Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh! \n\n\n\nLearn more about Raleigh’s Earth Day Plans here.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/raleigh-earth-day-2025/
LOCATION:Dorothea Dix Park\, Raleigh\, 1030 Richardson Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27603\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000
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SUMMARY:End-of-Life Planning Workshop - April 26\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Alan Dickinson (Clarity Legal Group) and Hunter Beattie (Endswell Funeral Home) as they discuss Estate Planning Essentials and Emerging Trends in Death Care.  \n\n\n\nAlan and Hunter will cover all aspects of end-of-life planning\, including costs\, important legal documents\, inheritance\, Medicaid\, the consequences of becoming incapacitated\, as well as emerging trends in death care such as aquamation (water cremation) and green burial. Participants will learn how to plan ahead and implement a plan that best suits their personal circumstances.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAlan Dickinson\, an experienced estate planning attorney\, will provide practical insights and guidance on creating a tailored and holistic estate plan\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHow to avoid unnecessary cost and delay with a living trust.\n\n\n\nHow to avoid having a Will or Living Trust that says what you want but fails to do what you want.\n\n\n\nHow to protect your children’s inheritance from lawsuits and divorcing spouses.\n\n\n\nHow to qualify to Medicaid and use it to pay for nursing home and long-term care expenses\, potentially saving you thousands of dollars or more per month.\n\n\n\nHow to plan to protect your family from the consequences of your possible incapacity.\n\n\n\nHow to provide for family members with special needs.\n\n\n\nHow to protect your children’s inheritance in the event your spouse remarries.\n\n\n\nWhy putting your property in children’s names or giving it as a gift during your life may be a mistake.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHunter Beattie\, owner of Endswell Funeral Home\, will discuss the services that funeral homes provide and how to implement a plan for you and your family. He will discuss costs and considerations when working with a funeral home as well as emerging trends in death care\, including green burial and aquamation. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nA History of the Modern Funeral Industry: Timeline of the funeral industry\, from 19th-century embalming to modern eco-conscious practices.\n\n\n\nWorking with a Funeral Home: Guidance on what to expect\, questions to ask\, and transparency tips.\n\n\n\nFuneral Costs: Overview of average costs\, hidden fees\, and common expenses.\n\n\n\nPlanning and Preparing for Funeral Expenses: Why planning matters and steps to ensure financial readiness.\n\n\n\nEmerging Trends in Death Care: Aquamation (Water Cremation) and Green/Natural Burial\n\n\n\nHow to Choose the Right Option: Factors to consider\, from environmental values to cultural beliefs.\n\n\n\nQ&A: Opportunity for audience engagement and personalized questions.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/end-of-life-planning-workshop-april-26-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T120000
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CREATED:20250403T173704Z
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UID:10000138-1745755200-1745773200@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Endswell Booth at Durham Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Come check out our booth and talk to our team. We’ll be set up in Durham Central Park! \n\n\n\nLearn more about Durham’s Earth Day Plans here.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/durham-earth-day-2025/
LOCATION:Durham Central Park\, 501 Foster St\, Durham\, NC\, 27701\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T140000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session May 6\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Endswell now offers virtual information sessions in addition to our in-person sessions. Please join as we discuss aquamation\, cremation\, green burial\, and anatomical gift programs\, as well as end-of-life planning and general considerations when working with a funeral home. These presentations are helpful for anyone who is curious about emerging trends in death care\, environmentally-friendly end-of-life options\, Advance Planning\, and the various personal and practical considerations involved in planning ahead for end-of-life.    \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTo schedule a virtual or in-person information session at another date and time\, please email info@endswellfuneralhome.com. Endswell is available to offer information sessions on weekdays and weekends at Endswell or at your retirement community\, place of worship\, or local library.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/virtual-information-session-may-6-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T130000
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UID:10000128-1747308600-1747314000@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session May 15\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-may-15-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T140000
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UID:10000148-1748088000-1748095200@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:The Reemergence of Green Burial & DIY Funerals- May 24
DESCRIPTION:Register on the Durham County Public Library Events page: https://durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/14099550 \n\n\n\nEndswell Funeral Home and Durham County Library invite you to The Reemergence of Green Burial and DIY Funerals on Saturday\, May 24th at 12PM at the Main Library Auditorium. \n\n\n\nDiscover how individuals are reclaiming personal and eco-conscious approaches to end-of-life care. From choosing biodegradable materials and natural burial grounds to organizing intimate memorials at home\, this session highlights the growing movement toward hands-on\, sustainable funerals. Attendees will learn about the practicalities\, legal considerations\, and emotional benefits of crafting personalized rituals that honor both loved ones and the planet. \n\n\n\nSara Williams. Home Funeral Guide\, Life Celebrant\, President of the Funeral Consumers Alliance \n\n\n\nAnne Weston. Founder of the Green Burial Project.  \n\n\n\nVeronica Beattie. Owner of Endswell Funeral Home.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/the-reemergence-of-green-burial-diy-funerals-may-24-2025/
LOCATION:Durham County Library\, 300 N. Roxboro St.\, Durham\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T164027Z
CREATED:20250413T235526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T164027Z
UID:10000146-1748518200-1748523600@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Green Burial Information Session May 29\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Endswell Funeral Home and Bluestem Conservation Cemetery invite you to our information session on Green Burial. \n\n\n\nLearn what green burial really means—how it works\, where it’s allowed\, and why more families are choosing it as a natural\, meaningful way to say goodbye. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re just beginning to explore eco-friendly options or ready to make plans\, we have answers for your questions!
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/green-burial-information-session-may-29-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000
DTSTAMP:20250603T153700Z
CREATED:20250425T183058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T153700Z
UID:10000151-1748975400-1748977200@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session June 3\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/virtual-information-session-june-3-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T130000
DTSTAMP:20250520T181249Z
CREATED:20250520T181248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T181249Z
UID:10000717-1750332600-1750338000@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session June 19\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-june-19-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T235959
DTSTAMP:20250530T182537Z
CREATED:20250530T163003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T182537Z
UID:10000728-1751587200-1751759999@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:46th Annual EnoFest! Visit Endswell's Booth July 4 & July 5
DESCRIPTION:Endswell Funeral Home will be at Eno River Association‘s EnoFest 2025! Join us for a day of celebration\, community\, and connection as we share how we’re honoring life with compassion and sustainability. Visit our booth to learn more about our services\, ask questions\, and discover how we’re making a positive impact on our local environment. We can’t wait to be a part of this vibrant celebration of the Eno River and its beautiful\, natural surroundings. See you there!  \n\n\n\nTo buy tickets/ for more information visit: https://enofest.org/ \n\n\n\nAbout the Festival: Immerse yourself with live music\, a juried craft show\, food\, and fun on the river. Tickets are on sale now. Don’t miss our amazing lineup of musicians headlined by Dom Flemons\, Empire Strikes Brass\, Dr. Bacon\, and Shirlette Ammons! \n\n\n\nThe Eno River Association is a non-profit\, tax-exempt organization founded in 1966 with a mission to protect the natural\, cultural and historic resources of the Eno River basin in northern Durham and Orange counties. \n\n\n\nThe Association has protected over 7\,800 acres of natural and working lands and has helped create five local\, state\, and regional nature parks\, including Eno River State Park\, Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area\, West Point on the Eno City Park\, Penny’s Bend Nature Preserve\, and Little River Regional Park. The Association continues to acquire land and secure easements\, as well as provide stewardship\, education programs\, and the annual Festival on the Eno to inspire others to prioritize our local\, natural resources. 
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/46th-annual-enofest-visit-endswells-booth/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T130000
DTSTAMP:20250520T181742Z
CREATED:20250520T181741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T181742Z
UID:10000718-1752751800-1752757200@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session July 17\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-july-17-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000
DTSTAMP:20250522T182116Z
CREATED:20250522T182114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T182116Z
UID:10000723-1752919200-1752926400@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:End-of-Life Planning Workshop - July 19\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Alan Dickinson (Clarity Legal Group) and Hunter Beattie (Endswell Funeral Home) as they discuss Estate Planning Essentials and Emerging Trends in Death Care.  \n\n\n\nAlan and Hunter will cover all aspects of end-of-life planning\, including costs\, important legal documents\, inheritance\, Medicaid\, the consequences of becoming incapacitated\, as well as emerging trends in death care such as aquamation (water cremation) and green burial. Participants will learn how to plan ahead and implement a plan that best suits their personal circumstances.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAlan Dickinson\, an experienced estate planning attorney\, will provide practical insights and guidance on creating a tailored and holistic estate plan\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHow to avoid unnecessary cost and delay with a living trust.\n\n\n\nHow to avoid having a Will or Living Trust that says what you want but fails to do what you want.\n\n\n\nHow to protect your children’s inheritance from lawsuits and divorcing spouses.\n\n\n\nHow to qualify to Medicaid and use it to pay for nursing home and long-term care expenses\, potentially saving you thousands of dollars or more per month.\n\n\n\nHow to plan to protect your family from the consequences of your possible incapacity.\n\n\n\nHow to provide for family members with special needs.\n\n\n\nHow to protect your children’s inheritance in the event your spouse remarries.\n\n\n\nWhy putting your property in children’s names or giving it as a gift during your life may be a mistake.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHunter Beattie\, owner of Endswell Funeral Home\, will discuss the services that funeral homes provide and how to implement a plan for you and your family. He will discuss costs and considerations when working with a funeral home as well as emerging trends in death care\, including green burial and aquamation. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nA History of the Modern Funeral Industry: Timeline of the funeral industry\, from 19th-century embalming to modern eco-conscious practices.\n\n\n\nWorking with a Funeral Home: Guidance on what to expect\, questions to ask\, and transparency tips.\n\n\n\nFuneral Costs: Overview of average costs\, hidden fees\, and common expenses.\n\n\n\nPlanning and Preparing for Funeral Expenses: Why planning matters and steps to ensure financial readiness.\n\n\n\nEmerging Trends in Death Care: Aquamation (Water Cremation) and Green/Natural Burial\n\n\n\nHow to Choose the Right Option: Factors to consider\, from environmental values to cultural beliefs.\n\n\n\nQ&A: Opportunity for audience engagement and personalized questions.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/end-of-life-planning-workshop-july-19-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T201000
DTSTAMP:20250724T122039Z
CREATED:20250625T212108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T122039Z
UID:10000729-1753379100-1753387800@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Movie Screening: Departures July 24
DESCRIPTION:Movie Night at Endswell: DeparturesJoin us on Thursday July 24 for an evening screening of Departure at Endswell Funeral Home. \n\n\n\nArrival between 5:45–6:15 PM. The film will begin at 6:15 PM.Enjoy complimentary wine\, mocktails\, and light snacks. Guests are welcome to bring their own dinner if they’d like a full meal before the screening. \n\n\n\nMovie Duration: 2 hours 10 minutes.  \n\n\n\nDepartures (2009) Director Yôjirô Takita: Soon after buying an expensive cello\, Daigo learns that his orchestra is disbanding. He moves back to his hometown with his wife\, where he answers an ad for what Daigo thinks is a travel agency but is\, in actuality\, a mortuary.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/movie-screening-departures-july-24/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T153000
DTSTAMP:20250530T182034Z
CREATED:20250528T171755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T182034Z
UID:10000726-1753624800-1753630200@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Obituary Writing Workshop with Sara Williams - July 27
DESCRIPTION:BRINGING THE DEAD TO LIFE: THE ART OF THE OBITUARY:  Wouldn’t it be wonderful if\, when your time comes\, virtually all plans were in place\, completed by the one person in the world most qualified to make them—you? Writing your life’s story is a good place to begin because it is a reminder of your own importance\, remembering who you are\, what you have enjoyed\, and what you have achieved in this life. Together\, we will explore the art of creating a meaningful obituary\, whether for yourself or someone you love. You will see examples of the best obits—and the worst—and learn a myriad of ways to craft this final tribute. 
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/obituary-writing-workshop-with-sara-williams/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20250730T152933Z
CREATED:20250521T142621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T152933Z
UID:10000719-1755775800-1755781200@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session AUG 21\, 2025
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-aug-21-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20250813T134726Z
CREATED:20250811T191140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T134726Z
UID:10000734-1757615400-1757620800@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Exploring VSED Voluntary Stopping of Eating and Drinking - September 11
DESCRIPTION:Voluntary Stopping of Eating and Drinking (VSED): A Little Known End of Life Option \nAs modern technology prolongs our lives\, a life well-lived can often end with a long and painful struggle.  Increasingly there are choices available about end-of-life options that afford greater personal control over the time and manner of death.  A “good death” is more likely when medical practitioners and those supporting the dying person are more informed about these options. \nJoin Elliott and Susan Schaffer for a discussion of the medical\, ethical and legal issues involving VSED\, Voluntary Stopping of Eating and Drinking\, a little known end of life option.  They will share with us the end of life story of Susan’s mother\, Beatrice Belopolsky\, a resident of a retirement community in New Jersey. \nElliott Schaffer\, MD\, is a retired geriatrician who was formerly the Medical Director at Martins Run Life Care Community in Media\, Pa.  Susan Schaffer\, JD\, is a retired attorney who was formerly Senior Counsel at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/exloring-vsed-voluntary-stopping-of-eating-and-drinking-september-11-2/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTSTAMP:20250915T030211Z
CREATED:20250813T135905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T030211Z
UID:10000735-1758195000-1758200400@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session SEPT 18\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us Sept 18 at 11:30 am and come learn more about Endswell and modern end of life care options\, including aquamation and green burial. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-sept-18-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T235959
DTSTAMP:20250917T182230Z
CREATED:20250917T164003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T182230Z
UID:10000742-1758326400-1758499199@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Pottery PopUp at Frank Gallery - September 20 -21
DESCRIPTION:September 20–21 | Carrboro\, NC \n\n\n\nJoin us September 20 – 21 at Frank Gallery for a special Pottery Pop Up Event featuring artistic urns from Endswell Funeral Home. This unique shopping experience brings together the work of talented North Carolina artists\, showcasing one-of-a-kind vessels that honor both beauty and meaning. \n\n\n\nFrom ceramic and glass to wood\, metal\, and felt\, each urn is thoughtfully designed and handcrafted\, offering families an opportunity to select a vessel that is as unique as the life it represents. These pieces are not just urns—they are works of art\, created with care and intention. \n\n\n\nWe’re excited to share this inspiring collection in a gallery setting where art and remembrance come together. Whether you are preplanning\, remembering a loved one\, or simply drawn to the artistry of handcrafted vessels\, this pop up is a chance to see and shop these extraordinary creations in person. \n\n\n\nLearn more here: https://www.frankisart.com/event/pottery-pop-up/  \n\n\n\nFRANK GALLERY Hours :  \n\n\n\nSunday – Noon to 4 pmMonday – ClosedTuesday-Thursday – 11 am to 5 pmFriday-Saturday – 11 am to 7 pm
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/pottery-popup-at-frank-gallery-september-20-21/
LOCATION:FRANK Gallery\, 370 E. Main St. Suite 130 NC 27510\, Carrboro\, North Carolina\, 27510
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTSTAMP:20250915T030535Z
CREATED:20250813T141513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T030535Z
UID:10000736-1760614200-1760619600@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session OCT 16\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come learn more about Endswell and modern end of life care options\, including aquamation and green burial. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-oct-16-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T220000
DTSTAMP:20251001T210136Z
CREATED:20251001T205811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T210136Z
UID:10000749-1761330600-1761343200@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Adult Nights: Zombie Prom - October 24
DESCRIPTION:Endswell Presents The Last Dance with Death: The Science of What Comes Next \n\n\n\nUnleash your inner zombie at our adult-only event\, where science and the undead meet in a night of electrifying fun. Get your brain cells ready for experiments\, deadly dance-offs\, and eerily delicious cocktails. This night will leave you feeling re-animated and ready for some scientifically spooky adventures! \n\n\n\nAdult Nights are a unique opportunity to experience the Museum at night while exploring the uncensored side of science. The event features interactive science stations\, music\, games\, local entertainment and special activities. Beer\, wine\, themed cocktails and mocktails\, and food will be available for purchase. \n\n\n\nLast Dance with Death: The Science of What Comes Next invites guests to step onto the dance floor of science\, sustainability\, and transformation. At this interactive exhibit\, Endswell Funeral Home pulls back the curtain on what really happens to our bodies after death — and how modern\, eco-friendly options are reshaping the way we return to the earth. \n\n\n\nLearn More and Buy Tickets Here: https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/adult-nights-zombie-prom/
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/adult-nights-zombie-prom-october-24/
LOCATION:Museum of Natural Sciences\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, North Carolina\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T193000
DTSTAMP:20251006T145119Z
CREATED:20251006T143145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T145119Z
UID:10000753-1761503400-1761507000@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session - October 26\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Endswell now offers virtual information sessions in addition to our in-person sessions. Please join as we discuss aquamation\, cremation\, green burial\, and anatomical gift programs\, as well as end-of-life planning and general considerations when working with a funeral home. These presentations are helpful for anyone who is curious about emerging trends in death care\, environmentally-friendly end-of-life options\, Advance Planning\, and the various personal and practical considerations involved in planning ahead for end-of-life.    \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTo schedule a virtual or in-person information session at another date and time\, please email info@endswellfuneralhome.com. Endswell is available to offer information sessions on weekdays and weekends at Endswell or at your retirement community\, place of worship\, or local library.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/virtual-information-session-october-26-2025/
LOCATION:https://meet.google.com/xpc-vbhy-yie
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T200000
DTSTAMP:20251015T201527Z
CREATED:20251015T201513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T201527Z
UID:10000755-1761674400-1761681600@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Oct 28: Virtual Information session with Retire with us in the Triangle
DESCRIPTION:End-of-life care is undergoing a profound transformation as families seek options that align with their values\, budgets\, and environmental concerns. In this talk\, Hunter Beattie\, owner of Endswell\, a modern\, environmentally-friendly funeral home\, explores the rise of aquamation (alkaline hydrolysis)\, the resurgence of natural and conservation burial\, and other innovative approaches reshaping funeral care today. The session will highlight the environmental and cultural drivers behind these changes\, the science and practice of sustainable disposition methods\, and how funeral professionals are adapting to meet evolving expectations. Participants will gain insight into how these trends are redefining the funeral landscape and what they reveal about society’s shifting relationship with death\, remembrance\, and legacy.Register Here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_j1KgyHBFSheMlNOy9k4Bew#/registration
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/oct-28-virtual-information-session-with-retire-with-us-in-the-triangle/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
DTSTAMP:20250915T030709Z
CREATED:20250813T150014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T030709Z
UID:10000738-1763638200-1763643600@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session NOV 20\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come learn more about Endswell and modern end of life care options\, including aquamation and green burial. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-nov-20-2025/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T203000
DTSTAMP:20251209T185742Z
CREATED:20251031T194310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T185742Z
UID:10000757-1765389600-1765398600@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Dec10 - Movie Screening -Alternate Endings: Six New Ways to Die in America
DESCRIPTION:Movie Night at Endswell: Alternate Endings: Six New Ways to Die in AmericaJoin us on Wednesday December 10 for an evening screening of Alternate Endings: Six New Ways to Die in America at Endswell Funeral Home.  \n\n\n\nArrival between 5:45pm – 6:00pm. The film will begin at 6:00 PM.Enjoy complimentary wine\, mocktails\, and light snacks. Guests are welcome to bring their own dinner if they’d like a full meal before the screening. \n\n\n\nMovie Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes.  \n\n\n\nALTERNATE ENDINGS tells six stories of people nearing death and of family members of the recently deceased\, who have chosen non-traditional end-of-life options and remembrances\, from celebrations of life and living wakes\, to green burials\, extraterrestrial burials and more. Profoundly intimate and illuminating\, the film explores what it means to be near death\, either from age or terminal illness\, and captures the healing power of honoring\, giving thanks\, and staying true to loved ones who have passed away.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/dec10-movie-screening-alternate-endings-six-new-ways-to-die-in-america/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Endswell Funeral Home":MAILTO:support@endswellfuneralhome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T130000
DTSTAMP:20250915T030851Z
CREATED:20250813T151056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T030851Z
UID:10000739-1766057400-1766062800@endswellfuneralhome.com
SUMMARY:Information Session DEC 18
DESCRIPTION:Come learn more about Endswell and modern end of life care options\, including aquamation and green burial.
URL:https://endswellfuneralhome.com/calendar/information-session-dec-18/
LOCATION:Endswell Funeral Home\, 407 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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