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SUMMARY:August 2026\, Continuous Education Dialogue: Massachusetts Prison Health Care System
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join Concord Prison Outreach’s\nMonthly Volunteer Network DialoguesEvent Details:\nHeld on Zoom on the fourth Thursday of each month. *Registration is required to send out the article in advance to participants.\nAugust’s Monthly Dialogue: Thursday\, August 27th\nTime: 7:00–8:30 PM\nZOOM REGISTRTION HEREAn engaging and reflective space designed to deepen your understanding and strengthen your impact as a volunteer. This ongoing series explores critical topics such as social and criminal justice\, health and healing\, trauma-informed leadership\, and best practices for working with vulnerable populations in prison settings. \nAugust’s Continuous Education Dialogue topic is: Massachusetts Prison Health Care System \nThis dialogue reviews the structure and effectiveness of the Massachusetts prison health care system\, with a focus on access\, quality\, and accountability. Participants will explore how health care delivery impacts the dignity\, outcomes\, and overall well-being of incarcerated individuals. \nEach session offers a meaningful opportunity to learn about real-time justice events\, reflect\, and connect with others who are committed to this work. Together\, we will build the knowledge\, awareness\, and skills needed to serve with compassion\, intentionality\, and effectiveness. 
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/august-2026-continuous-education-dialogue-massachusetts-prison-health-care-system/
LOCATION:Online Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T180000
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SUMMARY:September 22\, 2026 An Evening With CPO Authors: Book Launch at the Concord Free Public Library
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us at the Concord Free Public Library for an Evening With CPO Authors
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/september-22-2026-an-evening-with-cpo-authors-book-launch-at-the-concord-free-public-library/
LOCATION:Concord Free Public Library\, 129 Main St\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T203000
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SUMMARY:September 2026\, Continuous Education Dialogue: Restoring Dignity\, Building Hope
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join Concord Prison Outreach’s\nMonthly Volunteer Network DialoguesEvent Details:\nHeld on Zoom on the fourth Thursday of each month. *Registration is required to send out the article in advance to participants.\nSeptember’s Monthly Dialogue: Thursday\, September 24th\nTime: 7:00–8:30 PM\nZOOM REGISTRTION HEREAn engaging and reflective space designed to deepen your understanding and strengthen your impact as a volunteer. This ongoing series explores critical topics such as social and criminal justice\, health and healing\, trauma-informed leadership\, and best practices for working with vulnerable populations in prison settings. \nSeptember’s Continuous Education Dialogue topic is: Restoring Dignity\, Building Hope \nCome learn about the goal and vision behind this year’s Fall & Winter 2026 theme: Restoring Dignity\, Building Hope \nEach session offers a meaningful opportunity to learn about real-time justice events\, reflect\, and connect with others who are committed to this work. Together\, we will build the knowledge\, awareness\, and skills needed to serve with compassion\, intentionality\, and effectiveness. 
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/september-2026-continuous-education-dialogue-2026-prison-mental-health-why-are-prisons-the-new-asylums-in-america/
LOCATION:Online Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T130000
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CREATED:20260820T172254Z
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SUMMARY:October 3 – Holiday Gift Bag Assembly Day at Congregational Church of Littleton
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Gift Bag Project is Concord Prison Outreach’s largest Beyond the Walls initiative. For decades\, CPO has sponsored and provided a simple\, useful gift bag to incarcerated people in Massachusetts state prisons. Each bag contains toiletries\, a pocket calendar\, and a greeting card. While these may seem like simple gifts\, each bag is a reminder that people “beyond the walls” see their humanity and care about them during the difficult holiday season. \nThis year\, we’re gifting 3\,500 holiday gift bags across 5 locations: Northeastern Correctional Center\, North Central Correctional Institute\, MCI-Framingham\, MCI-Shirley\, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center.  \nVolunteers are needed on Saturday\, October 4 at the Congregational Church of Littleton (330 King St\, Littleton\, MA 01460) to help assemble bags from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nRestoring Dignity\, Building Hope: \nAlong with volunteering\, you can extend the impact of this project by sponsoring the cost of holiday gift bags. Together\, we can restore dignity and build hope this holiday season. Contribute at donorbox.org/hgb. \nSponsor a Gift Bag
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/october-3-holiday-gift-bag-assembly-day-at-congregational-church-of-littleton/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Littleton\, 330 King St\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000
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SUMMARY:Annual Community Event 2026: Restoring Dignity and Building Hope - Concord Prison Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date / 2026 Annual Community Event\nRSVP FOR EVENT HERERestoring Dignity and Building Hope\nConcord Prison Outreach Annual Community Event \nJoin Concord Prison Outreach for an inspiring evening of connection\, reflection\, and community as we come together to celebrate the power of hope\, healing\, and second chances. \n📅 Thursday\, October 15\, 2026🕕 6:00 – 8:00 PM📍 Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, MA 01742 \nWhether you’ve been involved with CPO for years or are just learning about our mission\, this event is an opportunity to celebrate what we’ve accomplished together and explore how we can continue building a more just\, compassionate\, and connected community. \nWe’re also seeking event sponsors to help make this evening possible and support Concord Prison Outreach’s mission throughout the year. Sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals\, businesses\, faith communities\, and organizations. To learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits\, please get in touch with Jeannette at jeannette@concordprisonoutreach.org. \nSuggested donation: $50 \ndonateRSVP to Jeannette at outreach@concordprisonoutreach.org \nAll are welcome!
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/annual-community-event-2026-restoring-dignity-and-building-hope-concord-prison-outreach/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T100000
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SUMMARY:October 17 – Holiday Gift Bag Assembly Day at First Parish of Sudbury
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Gift Bag Project is Concord Prison Outreach’s largest Beyond the Walls initiative. For decades\, CPO has sponsored and provided a simple\, useful gift bag to incarcerated people in Massachusetts state prisons. Each bag contains toiletries\, a pocket calendar\, and a greeting card. While these may seem like simple gifts\, each bag is a reminder that people “beyond the walls” see their humanity and care about them during the difficult holiday season. \nThis year\, we’re gifting 3\,500 holiday gift bags across 5 locations: Northeastern Correctional Center\, North Central Correctional Institute\, MCI-Framingham\, MCI-Shirley\, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center.  \nVolunteers are needed on Saturday\, October 17 at the First Parish of Sudbury (327 Concord Rd\, Sudbury\, MA 01776) to help assemble bags from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nRestoring Dignity\, Building Hope: \nAlong with volunteering\, you can extend the impact of this project by sponsoring the cost of holiday gift bags. Together\, we can restore dignity and build hope this holiday season. Contribute at donorbox.org/hgb. \nSponsor a Gift Bag
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/october-17-holiday-gift-bag-assembly-day-at-first-parish-of-sudbury/
LOCATION:First Parish of Sudbury\, 327 Concord Rd\, Sudbury\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260820T180020Z
CREATED:20260512T145753Z
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UID:13771-1792695600-1792701000@concordprisonoutreach.org
SUMMARY:October 2026\, Continuous Education Dialogue: Holiday Gift Bag Project
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join Concord Prison Outreach’s\nMonthly Volunteer Network DialoguesEvent Details:\nHeld on Zoom on the fourth Thursday of each month. *Registration is required to send out the article in advance to participants.\nOctober’s Monthly Dialogue: Thursday\, October 22nd\nTime: 7:00–8:30 PM\nZOOM REGISTRTION HEREAn engaging and reflective space designed to deepen your understanding and strengthen your impact as a volunteer. This ongoing series explores critical topics such as social and criminal justice\, health and healing\, trauma-informed leadership\, and best practices for working with vulnerable populations in prison settings. \nOctober’s Continuous Education Dialogue topic is: The Holiday Gift Bag Project \nIt’s Holiday Gift Bag Season! Join us to learn more about how you can support Concord Prison Outreach’s largest Beyond the Walls initiative. For decades\, CPO has sponsored and provided a simple\, useful gift bag to incarcerated people in Massachusetts state prisons. Each bag contains toiletries\, a pocket calendar\, and a greeting card. While these may seem like simple gifts\, each bag is a reminder that people “beyond the walls” see their humanity and care about them during the difficult holiday season. \nThis year\, we’re gifting 3\,500 holiday gift bags across 5 locations: Northeastern Correctional Center\, North Central Correctional Institute\, MCI-Framingham\, MCI-Shirley\, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center.  \nEach session offers a meaningful opportunity to learn about real-time justice events\, reflect\, and connect with others who are committed to this work. Together\, we will build the knowledge\, awareness\, and skills needed to serve with compassion\, intentionality\, and effectiveness. 
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/october-2026-continuous-education-dialogue-family-violence-when-a-family-member-commits-a-serious-crime/
LOCATION:Online Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T180458Z
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UID:14480-1792836000-1792846800@concordprisonoutreach.org
SUMMARY:October 24 – Holiday Gift Bag Assembly Day at Harvard Unitarian Universalist Church
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Gift Bag Project is Concord Prison Outreach’s largest Beyond the Walls initiative. For decades\, CPO has sponsored and provided a simple\, useful gift bag to incarcerated people in Massachusetts state prisons. Each bag contains toiletries\, a pocket calendar\, and a greeting card. While these may seem like simple gifts\, each bag is a reminder that people “beyond the walls” see their humanity and care about them during the difficult holiday season. \nThis year\, we’re gifting 3\,500 holiday gift bags across 5 locations: Northeastern Correctional Center\, North Central Correctional Institute\, MCI-Framingham\, MCI-Shirley\, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center.  \nVolunteers are needed on Saturday\, October 24\, at the Harvard Unitarian Universalist Church (9 Ayer Rd\, Harvard\, MA 01451) to help assemble bags from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nRestoring Dignity\, Building Hope: \nAlong with volunteering\, you can extend the impact of this project by sponsoring the cost of holiday gift bags. Together\, we can restore dignity and build hope this holiday season. Contribute at donorbox.org/hgb. \nSponsor a Gift Bag
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/october-24-holiday-gift-bag-assembly-day-at-harvard-unitarian-universalist-church/
LOCATION:Harvard Unitarian Universalist Church\, The Common\, 9 Ayer Rd\, Harvard\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T173639Z
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UID:14483-1793440800-1793451600@concordprisonoutreach.org
SUMMARY:October 31 – Holiday Gift Bag Assembly Day at Northeastern University
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Gift Bag Project is Concord Prison Outreach’s largest Beyond the Walls initiative. For decades\, CPO has sponsored and provided a simple\, useful gift bag to incarcerated people in Massachusetts state prisons. Each bag contains toiletries\, a pocket calendar\, and a greeting card. While these may seem like simple gifts\, each bag is a reminder that people “beyond the walls” see their humanity and care about them during the difficult holiday season. \nThis year\, we’re gifting 3\,500 holiday gift bags across 5 locations: Northeastern Correctional Center\, North Central Correctional Institute\, MCI-Framingham\, MCI-Shirley\, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center.  \nVolunteers are needed on Saturday\, October 31\, at Northeastern University (360 Huntington Avenue\, Churchill Hall) to help assemble bags from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nRestoring Dignity\, Building Hope: \nAlong with volunteering\, you can extend the impact of this project by sponsoring the cost of holiday gift bags. Together\, we can restore dignity and build hope this holiday season. Contribute at donorbox.org/hgb. \nSponsor a Gift Bag
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/october-31-holiday-gift-bag-assembly-day-at-northeastern-university/
LOCATION:Northeastern University\, 360 Huntington Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T180544Z
CREATED:20260820T174028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T180544Z
UID:14487-1794650400-1794661200@concordprisonoutreach.org
SUMMARY:November 14 – Holiday Gift Bag Assembly Day at the First Parish Church of Groton
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Gift Bag Project is Concord Prison Outreach’s largest Beyond the Walls initiative. For decades\, CPO has sponsored and provided a simple\, useful gift bag to incarcerated people in Massachusetts state prisons. Each bag contains toiletries\, a pocket calendar\, and a greeting card. While these may seem like simple gifts\, each bag is a reminder that people “beyond the walls” see their humanity and care about them during the difficult holiday season. \nThis year\, we’re gifting 3\,500 holiday gift bags across 5 locations: Northeastern Correctional Center\, North Central Correctional Institute\, MCI-Framingham\, MCI-Shirley\, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center.  \nVolunteers are needed on Saturday\, November 14\, at the First Parish Church of Groton (1 Powderhouse Rd\, Groton\, MA 01450) to help assemble bags from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nRestoring Dignity\, Building Hope: \nAlong with volunteering\, you can extend the impact of this project by sponsoring the cost of holiday gift bags. Together\, we can restore dignity and build hope this holiday season. Contribute at donorbox.org/hgb. \nSponsor a Gift Bag
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/november-14-holiday-gift-bag-assembly-day-at-the-first-parish-church-of-groton/
LOCATION:First Parish Church of Groton\, 1 Powderhouse Rd\, Groton\, MA\, 01450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150902Z
CREATED:20260512T150440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T150902Z
UID:13774-1795114800-1795120200@concordprisonoutreach.org
SUMMARY:November 2026\, Continuous Education Dialogue: No Pills\, Needles\, Just Paper – Synthetic Drugs
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join Concord Prison Outreach’s\nMonthly Volunteer Network DialoguesEvent Details:\nHeld on Zoom on the fourth Thursday of each month\, however\, November’s Dialogue will be held on the 3rd Thursday\, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. *Registration is required to send out the article in advance to participants.\nNovember’s Monthly Dialogue: Thursday\, November 19th\nTime: 7:00–8:30 PM\nZOOM REGISTRTION HEREAn engaging and reflective space designed to deepen your understanding and strengthen your impact as a volunteer. This ongoing series explores critical topics such as social and criminal justice\, health and healing\, trauma-informed leadership\, and best practices for working with vulnerable populations in prison settings. \nNovember’s Continuous Education Dialogue topic is: No Pills\, Needles\, Just Paper – Synthetic Drugs \nThis dialogue examines the rise of synthetic drugs in correctional settings\, particularly paper-based substances\, and their impact on safety\, health\, and facility operations. The session will explore prevention strategies and systemic responses to this evolving challenge. \nEach session offers a meaningful opportunity to learn about real-time justice events\, reflect\, and connect with others who are committed to this work. Together\, we will build the knowledge\, awareness\, and skills needed to serve with compassion\, intentionality\, and effectiveness. 
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/november-2026-continuous-education-dialogue-no-pills-needles-just-paper-synthetic-drugs/
LOCATION:Online Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T180641Z
CREATED:20260820T174348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T180641Z
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SUMMARY:November 21 – Holiday Gift Bag Assembly Day at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Gift Bag Project is Concord Prison Outreach’s largest Beyond the Walls initiative. For decades\, CPO has sponsored and provided a simple\, useful gift bag to incarcerated people in Massachusetts state prisons. Each bag contains toiletries\, a pocket calendar\, and a greeting card. While these may seem like simple gifts\, each bag is a reminder that people “beyond the walls” see their humanity and care about them during the difficult holiday season. \nThis year\, we’re gifting 3\,500 holiday gift bags across 5 locations: Northeastern Correctional Center\, North Central Correctional Institute\, MCI-Framingham\, MCI-Shirley\, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center.  \nVolunteers are needed on Saturday\, November 21\, at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (353 Great Rd\, Stow\, MA 01775) to help assemble bags from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. \nRestoring Dignity\, Building Hope: \nAlong with volunteering\, you can extend the impact of this project by sponsoring the cost of holiday gift bags. Together\, we can restore dignity and build hope this holiday season. Contribute at donorbox.org/hgb. \nSponsor a Gift Bag
URL:https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/november-21-holiday-gift-bag-assembly-day-at-the-unitarian-universalist-congregation-in-the-assabet-valley/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley\, 353 Great Rd\, Stow\, 01775\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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