This Valentine’s Day, help support your local Hospice program and make someone’s day by sending them cookies! Order forms are available at Beulah Drug, Hazen Drug, Bronson’s, Krause’s, and the SMC Hospice Office. Orders must be placed by Wednesday, February 9. Cookie trays will also be sold at Hazen City Hall on Saturday, February 12 (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.), and Monday, February 14 at the Hospice Office, while supplies last. For more information, call SMC Hospice at 7017487380.
SMC Hospice Valentine’s Cookie Fundraiser
Jan 19, 2022
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