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July 2010
Event Name: Gentle Yoga
Event Date: Mondays & Wednesdays
Organizer/Sponsor: The Wellness Community
Time: 10 - 11 am & 11:15 -12:15
Location: 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20814
Who should attend: People with cancer, their family members and caregivers.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: These classes combine stretching, breathing and relaxation exercises to help improve muscle tone and aid in stress management and sense of well-being.
Cost to attend: free
How to register and deadline: This is a drop in program.
For more information: Please call us at 301-493-5002.
Event Name: Healing Dimension
Event Date: 1st Monday of every month
Organizer/Sponsor: The Wellness Community
Time: 12:30 - 2:30pm
Location: 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20814
Who should attend: People with cancer, their family members and caregivers.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: The healing process is a vibrant movement, a life force within each of us, ready to be identified, witnessed and acknowledged. Explore the emotional, physical and spiritual dimensions of healing, in community with others. Learn basic techniques of Guided Imagery and Journal Writing to ease the mind and body and energize the soul.
Cost to attend: free
How to register and deadline: This is drop in program.
For more information: Please contact us at 301-493-5002.
Event Name: Visionary Healing Meditation
Event Date: Every Friday
Organizer/Sponsor: The Wellness Community
Time: 11:30 - 12:30 pm
Location: 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20814
Who should attend: People with cancer, their family members and caregivers.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Joan Carr-Voigt will lead this weekly class to help participants to become fully relaxed and at peace. Visualize a healing energy to fill your body, followed by a deeper healing meditation. This is a deep, quiet process which brings life, hope and healing to those experiencing it.
Cost to attend: free
How to register and deadline: This is a drop in program.
For more information: Please call us at 301-493-5002
Event Name: Knitting Group
Event Date: Every Friday
Organizer/Sponsor: The Wellness Community
Time: 10 - 11 am
Location: 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20814
Who should attend: People with cancer, their family members and their caregivers.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Join this weekly group to learn how to knit, improve your skills or to share in the stress reduction benefits of knitting. Enjoy a break from the rush of everyday tasks and the worries that a cancer diagnosis can bring, while tapping into your creative side.
Cost to attend: free
How to register and deadline: This is a drop in group.
For more information: Please call us at 301-493-5002.
Event Name: Dahn Yoga/Brain Education
Event Date: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month
Organizer/Sponsor: The Wellness Community
Time: 6 - 7 pm
Location: 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20814
Who should attend: People with cancer, their family members and caregivers.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Caroline Grabner, instructor of healing techniques at Dahn Yoga Studio, will lead a class focusing on energy yoga and stress reduction techniques.
Cost to attend: free
How to register and deadline: This is a drop in program
For more information: Please call us at 301-493-5002
Event Name: Pink Ribbon Pilates
Event Date: Every Wednesday
Organizer/Sponsor: The Wellness Community
Time: 12:30 - 1:20pm
Location: 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20814
Who should attend: Breast Cancer Survivors
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Jill Studley, Certified Pilates Instructor, will lead this class promoting a healthy lifestyle and positive body image for breast cancer survivors. Regain strength and mobility in affected shoulders and arms, enhance energy levels and improve physical and mental wellbeing.
Cost to attend: free
How to register and deadline: Please RSVP at 301-493-5002 or twcdc@wellnesscommunitydc.org
For more information: Please call us at 301-493-5002.
Event Name: Creative Writing Workshop
Event Date: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month
Organizer/Sponsor: The Wellness Community
Time: 5:30 - 7 pm
Location: 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20814
Who should attend: People with cancer, their family members and caregivers.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Kristine Crane, M.A., will lead this class on learning expressive and creative writing techniques as a pathway to healing. No previous writing experience is necessary.
Cost to attend: free
How to register and deadline: Please RSVP at 301-493-5002 or twcdc@wellnesscommunitydc.org
For more information: Please call us at 301-493-5002
August 2010
Event Name: Gentle Evening Yoga
Event Date: Wednesdays in August
Organizer/Sponsor: Smith Farm Center for Healing & the Arts
Time: 5:30PM-6:45PM
Location: 1632 U Street, NW, Washington DC 20009
Who should attend: People living with cancer & illness and caregivers.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Learn techniques to help reduce stress and balance mind, body and spirit. Enjoy a greater sense of wellbeing and enhanced energy. All levels welcome.
Cost to attend: $25/month
How to register and deadline: Call 202-483-8600 or email heal@smithfarm.com
For more information: Call 202-483-8600 or email heal@smithfarm.com or visit www.smithfarm.com
Event Name: Young Adult Cancer Survivors Meet-Up: Mind-Body Techniques for Relaxation and Self-Care
Event Date: Tuesday, August 3
Organizer/Sponsor: Smith Farm Center for Healing & the Arts
Time: 6:30-8:30PM
Location: 1632 U Street, NW, Washington DC 20009
Who should attend: This meet-up is for people in their 20s, 30s and 40s who are living with cancer, as well as the caregivers and friends who support them. We welcome survivors at all stages, including those who are pre-treatment/newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, or post-treatment (whether by a few days or a few years).
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Please join us for an experiential evening to learn about two mind-body practices to help reduce stress and enhance well-being. We will learn about the benefits of a simple breathing practice and a guided imagery meditation through discussion and direct experience. Both of these techniques encourage healing of body, mind and spirit and provide an easy way to take better care of ourselves. We hope this will leave you feeling relaxed, grounded, uplifted, and empowered. Please wear comfortable clothes.
Cost to attend: FREE
How to register and deadline: Just show up!
For more information: 202-483-8600 or www.smithfarm.com
Event Name: Cancer Survivors Dinner Event!
Event Date: August 12, 2010
Organizer/Sponsor: Mautner Project
Time: 7pm
Location: Cosi at 1647 20th St. NW, DC (Near the Dupont Center Metro)
Who should attend: Cancer survivors, caregivers, and friends.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Join Mautner Project and local cancer survivors for dinner on Thursday, August 12, 2010. Catherine Sumner, a friend of Mautner Project and a breast cancer survivor, is inviting all cancer survivors, caregivers, and friends to come together to share stories and support. Meet at Cosi on 1647 20th St. NW, DC (Near the Dupont Center Metro) at 7:00 p.m.. This event is a great way to connect with other survivors in your community!
Cost to attend: Free
How to register and deadline: Please RSVP to Ashley at lmacdonald@mautnerproject.org or call 202-332-5536.
September 2010
Event Name: Creating Altars to Honor Resilience
Event Date: Saturday, September 11
Organizer/Sponsor: Smith Farm Center for Healing & the Arts
Time: 10AM-3PM
Location: 1632 U Street, NW, Washington DC 20009
Who should attend: People living with cancer & illness, caregivers and health care professionals.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: In this workshop, we will explore challenges we have faced and honor the process that helped us survive and even thrive in the face of such adversities. We will create personal altars using an inspiring collection of found objects and treasures to honor our resilience and perseverance. Materials provided. 4.5 CECs available, $15 additional
Cost to attend: $45
How to register and deadline: Call 202-483-8600 or email heal@smithfarm.com
For more information: Call 202-483-8600 or email heal@smithfarm.com or visit www.smithfarm.com
Event Name: SoulCollage® Studio: Kairos – The Gift of Timeless Time
Event Date: Thursday, SEPT 16
Organizer/Sponsor: Smith Farm Center for Healing & the Arts
Time: 6:00PM-9:00PM
Location: 1632 U Street, NW, Washington DC 20009
Who should attend: People living with cancer & illness, caregivers and health care professionals.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: Come play with images, create unique collaged cards that tap into your intuitive wisdom and discover what gifts and meanings your creations have for you. This session focuses on time: Living in a world of linear “Chronos” time – clocks, deadlines, daytimers, PDAs – we often yearn for a more spacious experience of time. “Kairos” is the timeframe of seasons, cycles, tides, nature and soul. Come search for images that evoke in us a sense of Kairos -- the need to stop, slow down and savor the moments of our lives. Materials provided.
Cost to attend: $25
How to register and deadline: Call 202-483-8600 or email heal@smithfarm.com
For more information: Call 202-483-8600 or email heal@smithfarm.com or visit www.smithfarm.com
Event Name: DC Goes Blue for Colon Cancer
Event Date: September 26-October 3
Organizer/Sponsor: Colon Cancer Alliance
Time: 9 AM - 9 PM
Location: Promotional events at various locations, see website for details
Who should attend: All DC residents
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: A week-long awareness event targeting DC residents, especially minority communities, encouraging them to take action and get screened for colon cancer.
Cost to attend: $0
How to register and deadline: n/a
For more information: call 202-434-8980 or visit our website www.dcgoesblue.com
October
Event Name: Undy 5000
Event Date: October 3, 2010
Organizer/Sponsor: Colon Cancer Alliance
Time: 8 A.M.
Location: East Potomac Park
Who should attend: Anyone interested in a 5k family fun run/walk to support colon cancer patients and survivors in the DC community.
Intended outcome (purpose) of this event: To raise awareness about colon cancer and about colon cancer screening as well as to show the DC community's support for those affected by colon cancer.
Cost to attend: $40
How to register and deadline: Register online for a $10 discount by September 29. Register on-site until event time.
For more information: call 202-434-8980 or visit www.ccalliance.org
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