BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Smith Center for Healing and the Arts - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://smithcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Smith Center for Healing and the Arts REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T184126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T145021Z UID:10000906-1767434400-1767441600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Painting for Life DESCRIPTION:You are invited to work from the heart and express your drama in forms and colors. As you paint\, you process your emotions and liberate yourself from the psychological and physical disease they may cause. This is a workshop for processing feelings through painting and group sharing. It is not a good space for finishing existing projects and using other mediums. \n\n\n\nBy intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product\, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works\, while by sharing their creative process they gain the insight and wisdom often hidden in works created in a state of letting go. \n\n\n\nFor more information about Painting for Life and what you can expect during a session\, please explore this manual: \n\n\n\nPFL MANUAL\n\n\n\nZoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88037430513?pwd=sdXnXJ88cd8A4lw6gS8SvP1QaUcioN.1  \n\n\n\nParticipants are encouraged to drop-in for any session and attend as many sessions as they would like.\n\n\n\nSession Schedule:\n\n\n\nThe Painting For Life workshop on Zoom consists of a 1-hour painting session framed by a 30 minute opening circle (which can often be 45 minutes) and a 30 minute closing circle. \n\n\n\nOpening Circle – In the opening circle we build a safe and powerful We-Spacecommunity characterized by “presencing\,” sharing with honesty and integrity\, deep listening\, and resonating in harmony with each other. Noelle will start this opening circle by giving a quick prompting and end it with a 3-minute meditation before sending people off to paint for exactly 1 hour. \n\n\n\n1-hour Painting Session – Participants paint at home\, using cheap materials such as paper\, tempera paints\, watercolors\, acrylics\, or pastels\, Crayolas\, and even color pens. When the hour is over\, people take a picture of their painting and text it to Noelle before coming back to the Zoom room. \n\n\n\nClosing Circle – Noelle then shares each painting on the screen as people explore their process while the group may offer feedback and further insights get sparked. We end this closing circle with a group hugs as we shout “May all beings be happy!” thus fusing personal and collective healing together. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Noelle Imparato\, PhD\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/painting-in-community/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T191021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T191025Z UID:10000911-1767612600-1767616200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:The Mindful Cancer Journey DESCRIPTION:This group will examine a different topic each week relevant to members’ lives. We will explore meditation and mindfulness practices that can be applied to life experiences in a supportive way. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of classes\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Phebe Duff\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/the-mindful-cancer-journey-15/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84680736059 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T080000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T204210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204213Z UID:10000919-1767684600-1767686400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.  \n\n\n\nWe will settle in for a few minutes\, then meditation (guided and silence) for 20 minutes and end with around the virtual circle with a few words of gratitude. \n\n\n\nNote: Because this is an online sit\, participants are encouraged to find space of relative quiet\, limiting the amount of interaction with others in the environment as much as possible. Participants may join by internet or via phone.  \n\n\n\nNo registration is required to join this program. Please join the meeting using the Zoom information below. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88468692145?pwd=U1lhSHBpdXpXS0N3QzBxOFNwdi9sQT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 884 6869 2145 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 917135 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Susan Salek\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-19/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T191500 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251209T185423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T185650Z UID:10000948-1767722400-1767726900@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Gentle PM Yoga DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a greater sense of well-being and enhanced energy in our gentle yoga classes. Learn various yoga postures\, techniques in progressive relaxation\, breathing practices\, and meditation to help reduce stress\, as well as balance mind\, body\, and spirit. \n\n\n\nOur classes are specifically designed for adults facing stress\, cancer\, or other illness and are open to anyone interested in attending. All levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, our yoga classes are listed with the National MS Society and we welcome patients and caregivers of those with multiple sclerosis to our gentle yoga classes. \n\n\n\nClasses are twice a month\, on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays\, from 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. ET on Zoom. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nSeries Passes – Enroll for a full month of classes\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Yael Flusberg\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT500\, RMT\, MS\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/gentle-pm-yoga-7/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Yoga,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81987068529 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T113000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T212735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T212737Z UID:10000925-1767781800-1767785400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Outside the Lines: Social Hour DESCRIPTION:Creative expression has often been used in the healing process and it is at the core of Smith Center’s philosophy\, but fear of judgment and “not being an artist” can often prevent us from tapping into its healing power. Join us for Outside the Lines: Social Hour\, where we will catch up as we reclaim art-making as a healing tool. Participants are welcome to work on their own creative projects as we socialize. \n\n\n\nOutside the Lines is held Bi-Monthly on Wednesdays from 10:30am – 12:00pm ET. The Social Hour sessions will only run from 10:30 – 11:30am ET. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancer Support Program Director | Program Facilitator and Healing Circle Host \, \n Kiersten Gallagher\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/outside-the-lines-social-hour-4/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88249017381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251209T204902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T204906Z UID:10000956-1767787200-1767789000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation and Mindfulness DESCRIPTION:Developing mindfulness skills can help combat stress\, anxiety\, and uncertainty in everyday life. Join us for regular sessions to help you better understand and transform your mind. \n\n\n\nAll experience levels are welcome to attend! Open to patients\, survivors\, caregivers\, medical professionals and the community. This group welcomes all levels\, including those who have not tried Mindfulness and Meditation before. \n\n\n\nThe Mindfulness & Meditation Group meets twice a month on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30pm ET. \n\n\n\nHow to Register\n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Jessica Gelfarb\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Joslyn Trovati\, MSW\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/meditation-and-mindfulness-9/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation ORGANIZER;CN="GW Cancer Center":MAILTO:cancercenter@gwu.edu LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87431130084 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251209T211808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T211910Z UID:10000962-1767805200-1767808800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:A Year of Living Mindfully DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness and Journaling\n\n\n\nThis class offers an inviting approach to mindfulness practice by blending meditationwith the reflective power of journaling. Each session includes gentle breathwork and aguided meditation designed to help participants center their thoughts and relax theirbodies. \n\n\n\nAfter the meditation\, participants are given dedicated time for a guided journalingexercise. This practice encourages mindful processing of the insights\, emotions\, andexperiences that arise during meditation. The combination of quiet introspection\,expressive writing\, and optional group discussion creates a meaningful opportunity tofoster connection and build community. \n\n\n\nOpen to all experience levels\, the class provides a supportive\, non-judgmental space for exploration. Participants will leave with practical tools for bringing mindfulness and self-reflection into their daily lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Phebe Duff\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/a-year-of-living-mindfully-15/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84524449424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T113000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T213108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213114Z UID:10000926-1767865500-1767871800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:In-Person Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – 45 minutes of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being. \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras. \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\nWe offer 2 in-person Energy Balancing appointments weekly. Registration is first-come-first-served.  \n\n\n\nPlease specify which of the two time slots you prefer (see below). To reserve an appointment\, please email Olivia at olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\nTime slot #1: 9:45-10:30am ET\n\n\n\nTime slot #2: 10:45-11:30am ET\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/in-person-energy-balancing-13/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T145000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251209T194801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T194806Z UID:10000950-1767877200-1767883800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – a half-hour of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being.  \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras.  \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnergy Balancing is offered Weekly on Thursdays in 1/2 hour appointments. \n\n\n\nBy appointment only.  \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\n1:00-1:30pm\n\n\n\n2:20-2:50pm\n\n\n\n\nThe Energy Balancing team continues to offer distance sessions. If you wish to receive\, please email olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Anne Molofsky\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Margaret Haggerty\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Pat Spellman\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/energy-balancing-17/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T184534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T184536Z UID:10000907-1768039200-1768046400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Painting for Life DESCRIPTION:You are invited to work from the heart and express your drama in forms and colors. As you paint\, you process your emotions and liberate yourself from the psychological and physical disease they may cause. This is a workshop for processing feelings through painting and group sharing. It is not a good space for finishing existing projects and using other mediums. \n\n\n\nBy intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product\, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works\, while by sharing their creative process they gain the insight and wisdom often hidden in works created in a state of letting go. \n\n\n\nFor more information about Painting for Life and what you can expect during a session\, please explore this manual: \n\n\n\nPFL MANUAL\n\n\n\nParticipants are encouraged to drop-in for any session and attend as many sessions as they would like.\n\n\n\nSession Schedule:\n\n\n\nThe Painting For Life workshop on Zoom consists of a 1-hour painting session framed by a 30 minute opening circle (which can often be 45 minutes) and a 30 minute closing circle. \n\n\n\nOpening Circle – In the opening circle we build a safe and powerful We-Spacecommunity characterized by “presencing\,” sharing with honesty and integrity\, deep listening\, and resonating in harmony with each other. Noelle will start this opening circle by giving a quick prompting and end it with a 3-minute meditation before sending people off to paint for exactly 1 hour. \n\n\n\n1-hour Painting Session – Participants paint at home\, using cheap materials such as paper\, tempera paints\, watercolors\, acrylics\, or pastels\, Crayolas\, and even color pens. When the hour is over\, people take a picture of their painting and text it to Noelle before coming back to the Zoom room. \n\n\n\nClosing Circle – Noelle then shares each painting on the screen as people explore their process while the group may offer feedback and further insights get sparked. We end this closing circle with a group hugs as we shout “May all beings be happy!” thus fusing personal and collective healing together. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Noelle Imparato\, PhD\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/painting-for-life-16/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T193945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T193948Z UID:10000912-1768217400-1768221000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:The Mindful Cancer Journey DESCRIPTION:This group will examine a different topic each week relevant to members’ lives. We will explore meditation and mindfulness practices that can be applied to life experiences in a supportive way. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of classes\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Phebe Duff\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/the-mindful-cancer-journey-16/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84680736059 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T080000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251208T204949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204952Z UID:10000920-1768289400-1768291200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.  \n\n\n\nWe will settle in for a few minutes\, then meditation (guided and silence) for 20 minutes and end with around the virtual circle with a few words of gratitude. \n\n\n\nNote: Because this is an online sit\, participants are encouraged to find space of relative quiet\, limiting the amount of interaction with others in the environment as much as possible. Participants may join by internet or via phone.  \n\n\n\nNo registration is required to join this program. Please join the meeting using the Zoom information below. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88468692145?pwd=U1lhSHBpdXpXS0N3QzBxOFNwdi9sQT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 884 6869 2145 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 917135 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Susan Salek\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-20/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251212T163914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T163919Z UID:10000973-1768305600-1768309200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Chair Yoga DESCRIPTION:When life gets hard or movement and meditation would be helpful\, come to yoga! Our chair yoga class offers a place to relax and let go mentally while stretching and exercising physically.  We’ll start with a simple warm-up that you can do standing or seated\, then move through stretches and exercises for your whole body\, all with the support of your chair. We’ll finish with a deep calming relaxation. You’ll leave feeling balanced and ready to take on the rest of your day! \n\n\n\nAll levels welcome. \n\n\n\nBeginning in January 2026\, our Chair Yoga class meets on a twice-monthly basis\, on the 2nd and 4th weeks of each month from 12:00 – 1:00pm ET on Zoom. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of classes\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Beth Lawrence\, RYT500\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/chair-yoga-16/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Yoga,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89596265703 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103551 CREATED:20251209T212120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T212522Z UID:10000963-1768410000-1768413600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Mindful Musings DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness and Journaling\n\n\n\nThis class offers an inviting approach to mindfulness practice by blending meditationwith the reflective power of journaling. Each session includes gentle breathwork and aguided meditation designed to help participants center their thoughts and relax theirbodies. \n\n\n\nAfter the meditation\, participants are given dedicated time for a guided journalingexercise. This practice encourages mindful processing of the insights\, emotions\, andexperiences that arise during meditation. The combination of quiet introspection\,expressive writing\, and optional group discussion creates a meaningful opportunity tofoster connection and build community. \n\n\n\nOpen to all experience levels\, the class provides a supportive\, non-judgmental space for exploration. Participants will leave with practical tools for bringing mindfulness and self-reflection into their daily lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Phebe Duff\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/a-year-of-living-mindfully-16/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84524449424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251209T213238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T213240Z UID:10000966-1768417200-1768420800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Qigong DESCRIPTION:This all-levels introductory Qigong class explores the human energy system through discussion\, movement\, meditation\, and energetic transmission\, teaching practices to clear\, nourish\, and regulate your subtle body for overall well-being. \n\n\n\nQigong meets bi-monthly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Kevin Mutschler\, L.Ac.\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/qigong-6/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88471026155 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T113000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T213242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T174605Z UID:10000927-1768470300-1768476600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Canceled - In-Person Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – 45 minutes of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being. \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras. \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\nWe offer 2 in-person Energy Balancing appointments weekly. Registration is first-come-first-served.  \n\n\n\nPlease specify which of the two time slots you prefer (see below). To reserve an appointment\, please email Olivia at olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\nTime slot #1: 9:45-10:30am ET\n\n\n\nTime slot #2: 10:45-11:30am ET\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/in-person-energy-balancing-14/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T145000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251209T200133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T200135Z UID:10000951-1768482000-1768488600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – a half-hour of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being.  \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras.  \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnergy Balancing is offered Weekly on Thursdays in 1/2 hour appointments. \n\n\n\nBy appointment only.  \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\n1:00-1:30pm\n\n\n\n2:20-2:50pm\n\n\n\n\nThe Energy Balancing team continues to offer distance sessions. If you wish to receive\, please email olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Anne Molofsky\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Margaret Haggerty\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Pat Spellman\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/energy-balancing-18/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T214823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T154738Z UID:10000930-1768561200-1768566600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:SC Writes: A Place for Radical Writing DESCRIPTION:Wherever you are on life’s journey\, there are times when it can feel impossible to commit to a recurring program like a workshop series. Radical Writing Space is our answer to this conundrum of wanting to attend for some radical self-care\, but struggling to commit. \n\n\n\nClinical studies have documented the healing psychological and psychical impacts of writing within a safe and sacred space. On the second Friday of each month\, drop in for one hour for Radical Writing Space and join us for inspiring writing prompts\, time to write\, and time to share with one another about your experience of putting your most radical emotions\, feelings\, and experiences on paper. \n\n\n\nThe part that makes this writing so “radical” is that we create a safe space for it all — raw feelings\, emotions\, experiences — and\, together\, we give voice to them in a supportive\, nonjudgmental environment. \n\n\n\nThis healing program offers a place for supporting one another and we stay clear of writing critique. Come and experience writing and sharing together. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancer Support Program Director | Program Facilitator and Healing Circle Host \, \n Kiersten Gallagher\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/sc-writes-a-place-for-radical-writing-5/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Writing,Classes & Workshops LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83108634604 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T185033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T185036Z UID:10000908-1768644000-1768651200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Painting for Life DESCRIPTION:You are invited to work from the heart and express your drama in forms and colors. As you paint\, you process your emotions and liberate yourself from the psychological and physical disease they may cause. This is a workshop for processing feelings through painting and group sharing. It is not a good space for finishing existing projects and using other mediums. \n\n\n\nBy intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product\, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works\, while by sharing their creative process they gain the insight and wisdom often hidden in works created in a state of letting go. \n\n\n\nFor more information about Painting for Life and what you can expect during a session\, please explore this manual: \n\n\n\nPFL MANUAL\n\n\n\nParticipants are encouraged to drop-in for any session and attend as many sessions as they would like.\n\n\n\nSession Schedule:\n\n\n\nThe Painting For Life workshop on Zoom consists of a 1-hour painting session framed by a 30 minute opening circle (which can often be 45 minutes) and a 30 minute closing circle. \n\n\n\nOpening Circle – In the opening circle we build a safe and powerful We-Spacecommunity characterized by “presencing\,” sharing with honesty and integrity\, deep listening\, and resonating in harmony with each other. Noelle will start this opening circle by giving a quick prompting and end it with a 3-minute meditation before sending people off to paint for exactly 1 hour. \n\n\n\n1-hour Painting Session – Participants paint at home\, using cheap materials such as paper\, tempera paints\, watercolors\, acrylics\, or pastels\, Crayolas\, and even color pens. When the hour is over\, people take a picture of their painting and text it to Noelle before coming back to the Zoom room. \n\n\n\nClosing Circle – Noelle then shares each painting on the screen as people explore their process while the group may offer feedback and further insights get sparked. We end this closing circle with a group hugs as we shout “May all beings be happy!” thus fusing personal and collective healing together. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Noelle Imparato\, PhD\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/painting-for-life-17/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T080000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T205112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T205114Z UID:10000921-1768894200-1768896000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.  \n\n\n\nWe will settle in for a few minutes\, then meditation (guided and silence) for 20 minutes and end with around the virtual circle with a few words of gratitude. \n\n\n\nNote: Because this is an online sit\, participants are encouraged to find space of relative quiet\, limiting the amount of interaction with others in the environment as much as possible. Participants may join by internet or via phone.  \n\n\n\nNo registration is required to join this program. Please join the meeting using the Zoom information below. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88468692145?pwd=U1lhSHBpdXpXS0N3QzBxOFNwdi9sQT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 884 6869 2145 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 917135 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Susan Salek\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-21/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T191500 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251209T191619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T191625Z UID:10000949-1768932000-1768936500@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Gentle PM Yoga DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a greater sense of well-being and enhanced energy in our gentle yoga classes. Learn various yoga postures\, techniques in progressive relaxation\, breathing practices\, and meditation to help reduce stress\, as well as balance mind\, body\, and spirit. \n\n\n\nOur classes are specifically designed for adults facing stress\, cancer\, or other illness and are open to anyone interested in attending. All levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, our yoga classes are listed with the National MS Society and we welcome patients and caregivers of those with multiple sclerosis to our gentle yoga classes. \n\n\n\nClasses are twice a month\, on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays\, from 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. ET on Zoom. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nSeries Passes – Enroll for a full month of classes\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Yael Flusberg\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT500\, RMT\, MS\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/gentle-pm-yoga-8/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Yoga,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81987068529 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251209T174400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T174404Z UID:10000943-1768991400-1768996800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Outside the Lines DESCRIPTION:Creative expression has often been used in the healing process and it is at the core of Smith Center’s philosophy\, but fear of judgment and “not being an artist” can often prevent us from tapping into its healing power. Join us for Outside the Lines\, where a facilitator will help you reclaim art-making as a healing tool through guided creative projects. Participants who feel comfortable working on their own projects are also welcome to do so. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancer Support Program Director | Program Facilitator and Healing Circle Host \, \n Kiersten Gallagher\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/outside-the-lines-5/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89703968439 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251209T205127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T205133Z UID:10000957-1768996800-1768998600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation and Mindfulness DESCRIPTION:Developing mindfulness skills can help combat stress\, anxiety\, and uncertainty in everyday life. Join us for regular sessions to help you better understand and transform your mind. \n\n\n\nAll experience levels are welcome to attend! Open to patients\, survivors\, caregivers\, medical professionals and the community. This group welcomes all levels\, including those who have not tried Mindfulness and Meditation before. \n\n\n\nThe Mindfulness & Meditation Group meets twice a month on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30pm ET. \n\n\n\nHow to Register\n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Jessica Gelfarb\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Joslyn Trovati\, MSW\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/meditation-and-mindfulness-10/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation ORGANIZER;CN="GW Cancer Center":MAILTO:cancercenter@gwu.edu LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87431130084 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251209T212328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T212634Z UID:10000964-1769014800-1769018400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Mindful Musings DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness and Journaling\n\n\n\nThis class offers an inviting approach to mindfulness practice by blending meditationwith the reflective power of journaling. Each session includes gentle breathwork and aguided meditation designed to help participants center their thoughts and relax theirbodies. \n\n\n\nAfter the meditation\, participants are given dedicated time for a guided journalingexercise. This practice encourages mindful processing of the insights\, emotions\, andexperiences that arise during meditation. The combination of quiet introspection\,expressive writing\, and optional group discussion creates a meaningful opportunity tofoster connection and build community. \n\n\n\nOpen to all experience levels\, the class provides a supportive\, non-judgmental space for exploration. Participants will leave with practical tools for bringing mindfulness and self-reflection into their daily lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Phebe Duff\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/a-year-of-living-mindfully-17/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84524449424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T113000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T213917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T174701Z UID:10000928-1769075100-1769081400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Canceled - In-Person Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – 45 minutes of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being. \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras. \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\nWe offer 2 in-person Energy Balancing appointments weekly. Registration is first-come-first-served.  \n\n\n\nPlease specify which of the two time slots you prefer (see below). To reserve an appointment\, please email Olivia at olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\nTime slot #1: 9:45-10:30am ET\n\n\n\nTime slot #2: 10:45-11:30am ET\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/in-person-energy-balancing-15/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T145000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251209T202859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T202903Z UID:10000952-1769086800-1769093400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – a half-hour of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being.  \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras.  \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnergy Balancing is offered Weekly on Thursdays in 1/2 hour appointments. \n\n\n\nBy appointment only.  \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\n1:00-1:30pm\n\n\n\n2:20-2:50pm\n\n\n\n\nThe Energy Balancing team continues to offer distance sessions. If you wish to receive\, please email olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Anne Molofsky\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Margaret Haggerty\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Pat Spellman\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/energy-balancing-19/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251211T214010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T162742Z UID:10000969-1769175000-1769180400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Give Your Voice Life After Death: An Ethical Will Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:A typical legal will is about property and assets you will leave behind. But what about the intangible parts of you that you hope your loved ones will remember? \n\n\n\nJoin us for a program where you will create your own “ethical will\,” also known as a legacy letter\, love will\, or life letter. Share wisdom and feelings with your next of kin\, chosen family\, or community in writing or any creative medium that speaks to you. These are nonlegal letters to people important to you that reflect your voice\, your experiences\, your personality and your values. We all experience thinking about and preparing for death in different ways. The ancient practice of crafting an ethical will can be a gift not only for the recipient(s) in the future\, but also for you in the present in that it can provide sacred gifts of meaning and spirit. \n\n\n\nThis four-part workshop series aspires to create a safe space for you to gain confidence in your ability to share your values with loved ones in meaningful ways. Activities will include writing exercises\, group discussion\, reflective practices\, and practical information to help ensure you complete the workshop with a beautiful product that will give your voice life long after death. \n\n\n\nParticipation is appropriate for adults of all states of health\, ages\, and faiths. You don’t have to consider yourself a “writer” to participate! Our activities will be fun\, simple\, and supportive. \n\n\n\nThis workshop series will be hosted over 4 Fridays in January and February 2026: \n\n\n\n-January 23 & 30 \n\n\n\n-February 6 & 13 \n\n\n\nPlease Note: This class is an interactive\, small group series\, so please plan to attend and participate for all four sessions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator | Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Mindy Brodsky\, LCSW\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/give-your-voice-life-after-death-an-ethical-will-writing-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Writing,Classes & Workshops LOCATION:https://smithcenter.org/program/give-your-voice-life-after-death-an-ethical-will-writing-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T190102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T190104Z UID:10000909-1769248800-1769256000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Painting for Life DESCRIPTION:You are invited to work from the heart and express your drama in forms and colors. As you paint\, you process your emotions and liberate yourself from the psychological and physical disease they may cause. This is a workshop for processing feelings through painting and group sharing. It is not a good space for finishing existing projects and using other mediums. \n\n\n\nBy intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product\, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works\, while by sharing their creative process they gain the insight and wisdom often hidden in works created in a state of letting go. \n\n\n\nFor more information about Painting for Life and what you can expect during a session\, please explore this manual: \n\n\n\nPFL MANUAL\n\n\n\nParticipants are encouraged to drop-in for any session and attend as many sessions as they would like.\n\n\n\nSession Schedule:\n\n\n\nThe Painting For Life workshop on Zoom consists of a 1-hour painting session framed by a 30 minute opening circle (which can often be 45 minutes) and a 30 minute closing circle. \n\n\n\nOpening Circle – In the opening circle we build a safe and powerful We-Spacecommunity characterized by “presencing\,” sharing with honesty and integrity\, deep listening\, and resonating in harmony with each other. Noelle will start this opening circle by giving a quick prompting and end it with a 3-minute meditation before sending people off to paint for exactly 1 hour. \n\n\n\n1-hour Painting Session – Participants paint at home\, using cheap materials such as paper\, tempera paints\, watercolors\, acrylics\, or pastels\, Crayolas\, and even color pens. When the hour is over\, people take a picture of their painting and text it to Noelle before coming back to the Zoom room. \n\n\n\nClosing Circle – Noelle then shares each painting on the screen as people explore their process while the group may offer feedback and further insights get sparked. We end this closing circle with a group hugs as we shout “May all beings be happy!” thus fusing personal and collective healing together. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Noelle Imparato\, PhD\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/painting-for-life-18/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T194531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T194534Z UID:10000913-1769427000-1769430600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:The Mindful Cancer Journey DESCRIPTION:This group will examine a different topic each week relevant to members’ lives. We will explore meditation and mindfulness practices that can be applied to life experiences in a supportive way. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of classes\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Phebe Duff\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/the-mindful-cancer-journey-17/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84680736059 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T080000 DTSTAMP:20260429T103552 CREATED:20251208T205308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T205311Z UID:10000922-1769499000-1769500800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.  \n\n\n\nWe will settle in for a few minutes\, then meditation (guided and silence) for 20 minutes and end with around the virtual circle with a few words of gratitude. \n\n\n\nNote: Because this is an online sit\, participants are encouraged to find space of relative quiet\, limiting the amount of interaction with others in the environment as much as possible. Participants may join by internet or via phone.  \n\n\n\nNo registration is required to join this program. Please join the meeting using the Zoom information below. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88468692145?pwd=U1lhSHBpdXpXS0N3QzBxOFNwdi9sQT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 884 6869 2145 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 917135 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Susan Salek\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-22/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR