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:20260311T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T163000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T192314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T192319Z UID:10001102-1773241200-1773246600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Knitting on the Couch DESCRIPTION:Join us weekly to enjoy knitting in a safe and welcoming environment. Knitting can provide a respite from one’s immediate situation\, serve as a way to productively pass the time\, and have a positive effect on reducing stress symptoms. \n\n\n\nKnitting is: \n\n\n\n\nrelatively easy to learn\,\n\n\n\nrequires no artistic talent or prior experience\,\n\n\n\nportable\,\n\n\n\nand results in a useful product.\n\n\n\n\nSometimes referred to as the “new yoga” — plain and simple — knitting is good for you. \n\n\n\nTrained volunteers will provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness\, comfort\, and community. Beginner and experienced knitters are welcome. Starter kits are available\, as is a small selection of yarn and knitting supplies. \n\n\n\nOur Knitting Circle meets Weekly on Wednesdays from 3:00 – 4:30pm 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 Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Ilene Gast\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/knitting-on-the-couch-26/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Visual Arts LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82965385575 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T180000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T202421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T202424Z UID:10001108-1773248400-1773252000@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\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 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/mindful-musings-2/ CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84524449424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T184500 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T212613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T212617Z UID:10001075-1773249300-1773254700@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Healing Circle for Metastatic Breast Cancer Thrivers 45+ DESCRIPTION:This healing circle is for people who are 45 and older who are living and thriving with Metastatic Breast Cancer. This peer-led circle will provide a safe place to connect\, support and share with one another. \n\n\n\nThis Healing Circle will meet Monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 5:15-6:45pm ET. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is a Healing Circle? \n\n\n\nHealing Circles bring together small numbers of people impacted by a condition or circumstance to share experiences and harvest collective wisdom.  Healing Circles is a peer-led process by which people support each other through deep listening and shared learning. When working at its best\, this collaborative conversation model leads to authentic and deep connectivity and can create wisdom and healing for participants. \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 Healing Circle Host \, \n Lisa Hahn\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/healing-circle-for-metastatic-breast-cancer-thrivers-45-7/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Healing Circles LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87063676942 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T212822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T212826Z UID:10001076-1773253800-1773257400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:DC Young Adult Cancer Meet Up and Support Group DESCRIPTION:This monthly gathering is an opportunity to meet other young adult cancer survivors in their 20s\, 30s and early 40s. Caregivers of young adult cancer survivors are welcome to join as well. This program is a collaborative initiative of local hospitals\, health organizations and cancer support groups. \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 Young Adult and Psychosocial Support Program Director | Program Facilitator \, \n Erin Price\, 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 URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/dc-young-adult-cancer-meet-up-and-support-group-6/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86178236719 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T113000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T194955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T194958Z UID:10001057-1773308700-1773315000@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-22/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T133000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T210711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T143918Z UID:10001072-1773318600-1773322200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Prostate Cancer Support Group DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Prostate cancer. The group will incorporate education lectures coupled with emotional support. \n\n\n\nThis group meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 12:30-1:30 pm ET on Zoom. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: This month\, the group will meet on Thursday\, March 12th for a guest speaker. \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 Sara Richman\, 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/prostate-cancer-support-group-7/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="GW Cancer Center":MAILTO:cancercenter@gwu.edu LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85145104025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T145000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T201016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T201019Z UID:10001062-1773320400-1773327000@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-26/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T204623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T204626Z UID:10001068-1773478800-1773489600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español) DESCRIPTION:Nueva Vida es una organización independiente\, sin fines de lucro\, que proporciona servicios integrales de cáncer gratuitos\, a las familias latinas en el Distrito de Columbia\, Virginia del Norte (hasta el sur de Prince William County)\, Suburban Maryland (Condados de Montgomery y Prince George)\, Richmond\, y Baltimore. Otros servicios incluyen educación y divulgación en la comunidad latina\, asi como navegación de pacientes para exámenes de detección y tratamiento de cáncer.  \n\n\n\nEn asociación con Smith Center\, Nueva Vida tendrá grupos de apoyo que se enfocan en el apoyo al trauma asociado con el diagnóstico de cáncer. Estos grupos proporcionan a las latinas la oportunidad de identificar y expresar sus sentimientos\, en un lugar seguro\, y lleno de empatía\, así como compartir sus sentimientos con otras personas que están o han pasado por similares circunstancias. Las reuniones semanales\, se combinan con una actividad de reducción del estrés (Zumba o Yoga).  \n\n\n\nEste programa se ofrece prácticamente a través de Zoom. Regístrese en Claudia al 202.384.8342 para recibir el enlace Zoom para participar. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNueva Vida is an independent nonprofit that provides free\, comprehensive\, culturally competent cancer services to medically underserved Latino families in the District of Columbia\, Northern Virginia (as far south as Prince William County)\, Suburban Maryland (Montgomery & Prince George’s Counties)\, Richmond\, and Baltimore. Other services include outreach to the Latino community and Patient Navigation for cancer screenings and treatment. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Smith Center\, Nueva Vida provides support groups that are focused on supporting the trauma associated with a cancer diagnosis. These groups provide Latina women the opportunity to experience a catharsis of feelings\, where they feel safe to identify\, verbalize\, empathize\, and share their feelings with others who are in similar circumstances. All support group meetings are paired with a stress reduction activity (either Zumba or Yoga). \n\n\n\nThis program is being offered virtually through Zoom. Please register to Claudia at 202.384.8342 to receive the Zoom link to participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \, \n Nueva Vida\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/nueva-vida-grupo-de-apoyo-en-espanol-20/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Nueva Vida":MAILTO:info@nueva-vida.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T210222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T210225Z UID:10001114-1773482400-1773489600@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-for-life-25/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T123000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260113T201711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T201717Z UID:10001088-1773660600-1773664200@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-23/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84680736059 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T133000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T205524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T163856Z UID:10001071-1773662400-1773667800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Room for Grief DESCRIPTION:Room for Grief: A Monthly Space for Loss From Bereavement\n\n\n\n“Each person’s grief is as unique as their fingerprint. But what everyone has in common is that no matter how they grieve\, they share a need for their grief to be witnessed.” \n\n\n\n-David Kessler \n\n\n\nIf you’ve lost a loved one\, a healing circle for those in grief is an opportunity to share what’s on your heart and mind\, to listen\, and be listened to deeply and generously. \n\n\n\nOur healing circles are a safe and supportive space to walk with each other through these times.  Each circle is a blend of sharing and silence\, compassion and curiosity. Our agreements ensure acceptance and confidentiality. We honor our own unique paths to healing and respect the choices of others. \n\n\n\nThis is an ongoing circle. Therefore\, you are welcome to join at any time. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: Healing circles are groups of peers who support one another through deep listening and compassion. Circle participants abide by agreements\, including agreements around confidentiality. The volunteers who host healing circles do not provide medical or psychotherapeutic advice or treatment. Participation in a healing circle does not replace the care provided by a qualified healthcare professional. \n\n\n\nThis circle meets on the third Monday of the month.  \n\n\n\nIn order to register and receive the Zoom link\, visit the \n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grief Team Healing Circle Host \, \n Laqwa Matilpi\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grief Team Healing Circle Host \, \n David Spaw\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/room-for-grief-7/ CATEGORIES:Healing Circles,Grief Support ORGANIZER;CN="Healing Circles Global":MAILTO:registrar@healingcirclesglobal.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T174110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T174113Z UID:10001094-1773684000-1773689400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Cancer Support Group DESCRIPTION:This bi-monthly cancer support group provides participants with the opportunity to explore their experience with cancer in a safe group setting with a trained social worker and to connect with others who are facing a similar challenge. This group is designed specifically for individuals that have been diagnosed with cancer. \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 meetings\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 Program Facilitator \, \n Lauren Broschak\, MSW\, LCSW\, LICSW\, OSW-C\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/cancer-support-group-14/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84286097059 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T080000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T184833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T184837Z UID:10001050-1773732600-1773734400@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-29/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T133000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T213054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T213057Z UID:10001077-1773750600-1773754200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Multiple Myeloma Cancer Support Group DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma and their caregivers. The group will incorporate education lectures coupled with emotional support. \n\n\n\nThe Multiple Myeloma Cancer Support Group meets Monthly on the 3rd Tuesday from 12:30-1:30pm 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 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 Sara Richman\, 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/multiple-myeloma-cancer-support-group-7/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="GW Cancer Center":MAILTO:cancercenter@gwu.edu LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81890351245 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T191500 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T182106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T182111Z UID:10001098-1773770400-1773774900@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-12/ 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:20260318T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T213258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T213302Z UID:10001078-1773829800-1773835200@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-7/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89703968439 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T123000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T195614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T195621Z UID:10001106-1773835200-1773837000@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 Support Group Facilitator \, \n Sara Richman\, 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 URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/meditation-and-mindfulness-14/ CATEGORIES: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:20260318T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T163000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T193441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T193447Z UID:10001103-1773846000-1773851400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Knitting on the Couch DESCRIPTION:Join us weekly to enjoy knitting in a safe and welcoming environment. Knitting can provide a respite from one’s immediate situation\, serve as a way to productively pass the time\, and have a positive effect on reducing stress symptoms. \n\n\n\nKnitting is: \n\n\n\n\nrelatively easy to learn\,\n\n\n\nrequires no artistic talent or prior experience\,\n\n\n\nportable\,\n\n\n\nand results in a useful product.\n\n\n\n\nSometimes referred to as the “new yoga” — plain and simple — knitting is good for you. \n\n\n\nTrained volunteers will provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness\, comfort\, and community. Beginner and experienced knitters are welcome. Starter kits are available\, as is a small selection of yarn and knitting supplies. \n\n\n\nOur Knitting Circle meets Weekly on Wednesdays from 3:00 – 4:30pm 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 Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Ilene Gast\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/knitting-on-the-couch-27/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Visual Arts LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82965385575 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T180000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T202653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T202657Z UID:10001109-1773853200-1773856800@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\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 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/mindful-musings-3/ CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84524449424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T113000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T195247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T195250Z UID:10001058-1773913500-1773919800@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-23/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T145000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T201321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T201324Z UID:10001063-1773925200-1773931800@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-27/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T235959 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260217T191714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T131523Z UID:10001123-1773964800-1780703999@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:The Struggle Continues… DESCRIPTION:The Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery at the Smith Center for Healing and the Arts is pleased to host the exhibition “The Struggle Continues…” This solo show features the works of Tim Davis\, a multidisciplinary artist born in Chicago\, IL and based in Washington\, DC. This exhibition will open on Friday\, March 20th\, with an Opening Reception from 6-9 pm. \n\n\n\nArtist Tim A. Davis presents The Struggle Continues…\, a powerful exhibition featuring works from his ongoing Power Room Series and his immersive Black Box Installation. Through painting and sculptural assemblage\, Davis confronts urgent social realities while inviting viewers into a space of reflection\, reckoning\, and dialogue. At the heart of the exhibition is the Black Box Installation\, a narrative environment grounded in the idea of being “in between.” Davis reflects on the current state of the United States as a nation suspended between extremes—political\, social\, and moral—resulting in uncertainty and fractured growth. \n\n\n\nUsing repurposed drawers and cabinets\, he constructs symbolic containers that hold the layered truths of housing inequality\, discrimination\, racism\, mass incarceration\, migration\, and other defining issues that shape America. Through carefully chosen symbols\, Davis encourages viewers to engage in meaningful dialogue\, seeking collective healing and forward movement. \n\n\n\nThe Power Room Series\, begun in 2020\, reflects Davis’s internal responses to social upheaval and lived experience. In these rooms\, viewers encounter layered narratives rooted in the human experience and\, more specifically\, the Black experience as it relates to truth\, memory\, and identity.The exhibition’s title\, The Struggle Continues….\, echoes a phrase that has resonated throughout Davis’s life and within liberation movements worldwide. Repeated across generations\, these words function as prayer\, protest\, and promise. The exhibition invites viewers not only to witness but to participate in the ongoing dialogue required to heal communities and address the challenges facing the nation. \n\n\n\nThe Struggle Continues…. underscores Davis’s commitment to using art as a catalyst for awareness\, reflection\, and transformation. Tim Davis was born in Chicago\, Illinois and is recognized as an artist\, a curator\, and an educator. He is a mixed-media painter working primarily with narratives on social justice\, activism\, identity\, and the Black experience. His work has been exhibited throughout the United States and abroad\, including the American University Museum—Katzen Arts Center\, the New Orleans African American Museum\, the ARWI International Art Fair in San Juan\, Puerto Rico\,and the Spectrum Miami Fair at Art Basel in Miami. His work has been on loan at the United States Embassy in Lilongwe\, Malawi\, and Abuja Nigeria (2020-2024). Davis’ work is included in many private and corporate collections such as: the Freddie Mac Corporation\, the Commission on the Arts and Humanities—Washington DC\, the Hampton University Museum\, the David C. Driskell Center at the University of Maryland\, Stellar Communications\, Martha’s Table Head Quarters\, the Community of Hope Marie Reed Health Center in Washington DC\, the University of Maryland Global Campus\, and the Council of Chief State School Officers. Davis received his Master of Arts degree from the University of Illinois where he studied art education and fine art. A National Endowment for the Arts fellow\, Davis has worked extensively with public school education\, DC\, Arts Works and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. He is also the founder of International Visions Gallery and Consultancy\, where he encourages cross-cultural engagement with diverse collections of artists from the Washington area and underrepresented parts of the world. As an artist\, educator\, and curator\, Davis believes art can be used to make statements\, engage\, inspire\, and to take action for the growth\, history and identity of peopleeverywhere. \n\n\n\nFor press inquiries\, images\, and additional information\, please contact: Sara Khambalia\, Gallery Director\, Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery\, sara@smithcenter.com \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/the-struggle-continues/ CATEGORIES:Gallery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T123000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260206T204720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T204724Z UID:10001120-1774004400-1774009800@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-7/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Writing,Classes & Workshops LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83108634604 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T133000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260123T194658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T194701Z UID:10001118-1774009800-1774013400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Gastrointestinal Cancer Support Group DESCRIPTION:This support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with gastrointestinal (GI) cancers (including pancreatic\, colon\, rectal\, anal\, stomach\, esophageal\, liver\, appendicular\, neuroendocrine tumors\, and gallbladder) and their caregivers. The group will incorporate educational lectures coupled with emotional support. It meets monthly on the 3rd Friday of the month from 12:30-1:30pm. \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 Sara Richman\, 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/gastrointestinal-cancer-support-group-2/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="GW Cancer Center":MAILTO:cancercenter@gwu.edu LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82753564455 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260217T192422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T122830Z UID:10001124-1774029600-1774040400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:The Struggle Continues...: Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:The Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery at the Smith Center for Healing and the Arts is pleased to host the exhibition “The Struggle Continues…” This solo show features the works of Tim Davis\, a multidisciplinary artist born in Chicago\, IL and based in Washington\, DC. This exhibition will open on Friday\, March 20th\, with an Opening Reception from 6-9 pm. \n\n\n\nArtist Tim A. Davis presents The Struggle Continues…\, a powerful exhibition featuring works from his ongoing Power Room Series and his immersive Black Box Installation. Through painting and sculptural assemblage\, Davis confronts urgent social realities while inviting viewers into a space of reflection\, reckoning\, and dialogue. At the heart of the exhibition is the Black Box Installation\, a narrative environment grounded in the idea of being “in between.” Davis reflects on the current state of the United States as a nation suspended between extremes—political\, social\, and moral—resulting in uncertainty and fractured growth. \n\n\n\nUsing repurposed drawers and cabinets\, he constructs symbolic containers that hold the layered truths of housing inequality\, discrimination\, racism\, mass incarceration\, migration\, and other defining issues that shape America. Through carefully chosen symbols\, Davis encourages viewers to engage in meaningful dialogue\, seeking collective healing and forward movement. \n\n\n\nThe Power Room Series\, begun in 2020\, reflects Davis’s internal responses to social upheaval and lived experience. In these rooms\, viewers encounter layered narratives rooted in the human experience and\, more specifically\, the Black experience as it relates to truth\, memory\, and identity.The exhibition’s title\, The Struggle Continues….\, echoes a phrase that has resonated throughout Davis’s life and within liberation movements worldwide. Repeated across generations\, these words function as prayer\, protest\, and promise. The exhibition invites viewers not only to witness but to participate in the ongoing dialogue required to heal communities and address the challenges facing the nation. \n\n\n\nThe Struggle Continues…. underscores Davis’s commitment to using art as a catalyst for awareness\, reflection\, and transformation. Tim Davis was born in Chicago\, Illinois and is recognized as an artist\, a curator\, and an educator. He is a mixed-media painter working primarily with narratives on social justice\, activism\, identity\, and the Black experience. His work has been exhibited throughout the United States and abroad\, including the American University Museum—Katzen Arts Center\, the New Orleans African American Museum\, the ARWI International Art Fair in San Juan\, Puerto Rico\,and the Spectrum Miami Fair at Art Basel in Miami. His work has been on loan at the United States Embassy in Lilongwe\, Malawi\, and Abuja Nigeria (2020-2024). Davis’ work is included in many private and corporate collections such as: the Freddie Mac Corporation\, the Commission on the Arts and Humanities—Washington DC\, the Hampton University Museum\, the David C. Driskell Center at the University of Maryland\, Stellar Communications\, Martha’s Table Head Quarters\, the Community of Hope Marie Reed Health Center in Washington DC\, the University of Maryland Global Campus\, and the Council of Chief State School Officers. Davis received his Master of Arts degree from the University of Illinois where he studied art education and fine art. A National Endowment for the Arts fellow\, Davis has worked extensively with public school education\, DC\, Arts Works and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. He is also the founder of International Visions Gallery and Consultancy\, where he encourages cross-cultural engagement with diverse collections of artists from the Washington area and underrepresented parts of the world. As an artist\, educator\, and curator\, Davis believes art can be used to make statements\, engage\, inspire\, and to take action for the growth\, history and identity of peopleeverywhere. \n\n\n\nFor press inquiries\, images\, and additional information\, please contact: Sara Khambalia\, Gallery Director\, Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery\, sara@smithcenter.com \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/the-struggle-continues-opening-reception/ CATEGORIES:Gallery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T204738Z UID:10001069-1774083600-1774094400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español) DESCRIPTION:Nueva Vida es una organización independiente\, sin fines de lucro\, que proporciona servicios integrales de cáncer gratuitos\, a las familias latinas en el Distrito de Columbia\, Virginia del Norte (hasta el sur de Prince William County)\, Suburban Maryland (Condados de Montgomery y Prince George)\, Richmond\, y Baltimore. Otros servicios incluyen educación y divulgación en la comunidad latina\, asi como navegación de pacientes para exámenes de detección y tratamiento de cáncer.  \n\n\n\nEn asociación con Smith Center\, Nueva Vida tendrá grupos de apoyo que se enfocan en el apoyo al trauma asociado con el diagnóstico de cáncer. Estos grupos proporcionan a las latinas la oportunidad de identificar y expresar sus sentimientos\, en un lugar seguro\, y lleno de empatía\, así como compartir sus sentimientos con otras personas que están o han pasado por similares circunstancias. Las reuniones semanales\, se combinan con una actividad de reducción del estrés (Zumba o Yoga).  \n\n\n\nEste programa se ofrece prácticamente a través de Zoom. Regístrese en Claudia al 202.384.8342 para recibir el enlace Zoom para participar. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNueva Vida is an independent nonprofit that provides free\, comprehensive\, culturally competent cancer services to medically underserved Latino families in the District of Columbia\, Northern Virginia (as far south as Prince William County)\, Suburban Maryland (Montgomery & Prince George’s Counties)\, Richmond\, and Baltimore. Other services include outreach to the Latino community and Patient Navigation for cancer screenings and treatment. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Smith Center\, Nueva Vida provides support groups that are focused on supporting the trauma associated with a cancer diagnosis. These groups provide Latina women the opportunity to experience a catharsis of feelings\, where they feel safe to identify\, verbalize\, empathize\, and share their feelings with others who are in similar circumstances. All support group meetings are paired with a stress reduction activity (either Zumba or Yoga). \n\n\n\nThis program is being offered virtually through Zoom. Please register to Claudia at 202.384.8342 to receive the Zoom link to participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \, \n Nueva Vida\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/nueva-vida-grupo-de-apoyo-en-espanol-21/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Nueva Vida":MAILTO:info@nueva-vida.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T113000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260112T214324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T214329Z UID:10001080-1774087200-1774092600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Writing Through the Seasons: Summon Spring Resilience at the Equinox DESCRIPTION:The turning of the cosmic wheel at the spring equinox inspired our indigenous ancestors in the Americas\, the Celts and other ancient peoples\, to construct ramadas and stone portals to frame the higher angle of the rising sun. Perhaps we feel challenged this year\, facing our own frailty with the violence and fracture in the world around us. So\, in this session we’ll take time to attune ourselves to stirrings in the natural world: green shoots & buds\, increased birdsong or the changing scent of the morning air\, to summon resilience in body and spirit. With poets as our guides\, we’ll cast our nets out for images in nature around us\, write or sketch to capture bits of awe and inspiration to support our own healing journeys. \n\n\n\nNo previous writing experience needed\, just a willingness to listen\, notice and play with words. Bring a journal\, a sketchpad\, an open heart! \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 Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Kathleen O’Toole\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/writing-through-the-seasons/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Poetry,Writing,Classes & Workshops LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88342739727 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260115T210446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T210448Z UID:10001115-1774087200-1774094400@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-for-life-26/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Classes & Workshops,Visual Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T123000 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260113T201958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T202002Z UID:10001089-1774265400-1774269000@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-24/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84680736059 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T191500 DTSTAMP:20260427T064959 CREATED:20260113T203404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T195329Z UID:10001091-1774287000-1774293300@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Painting in Community: Landscapes in Watercolor DESCRIPTION:Painting in Community\n\n\n\nLandscapes in Watercolor\n\n\n\nDuring this series\, we will explore wet-on-wet watercolor techniques for landscape painting. In this session we will explore techniques for painting water. \n\n\n\nThose new to watercolor may choose to just play with the ideas and techniques Liz introduces. Others who are more advanced may decide to work on a painting of their own inspiration or from slides that Liz shares during the class \n\n\n\nWe will paint\, listen to soothing music and share our creations. There will be opportunities to ask questions during and at the end of the session. \n\n\n\nBring yourself and your favorite painting supplies. (Also see suggested materials below). \n\n\n\nHere are the upcoming session dates: \n\n\n\n-March 23 \n\n\n\n-April 13 \n\n\n\n-May 4 \n\n\n\nFrom Liz: I  highly recommend that you have a 9×12 inch cold pressed Arches watercolor block or larger. The pages are adhered to the block and allow for wet in wet washes essential to watercolor landscapes so that the paper does not warp. If you just have a watercolor sketch pad or loose sheets of watercolor paper it will be very difficult to accomplish the washes and techniques I am introducing. I also recommend that you have the type and size brushes recommended in the announcement for this session. \n\n\n\n**Limited to 12 participants \n\n\n\nSome Suggested Materials*: \n\n\n\nLiz recommends Blick Art Supplies: dickblick.com for supplies. High quality watercolor supplies are needed to achieve many watercolor effects. \n\n\n\n\nAcid-free white flat tape\n\n\n\nArches Watercolor Pads (9×12” cold pressedor size of your choice  Quality watercolor paper is essential for the best wet on wet effects and Arches is a high quality but reasonably priced paper. I recommend the pad for testing and experimentation while the block is essential for wet on wet paintings. (see below)\n\n\n\nArches Watercolor Block (9x 12 inch cold pressed or size of your choice) essential for wet on wet watercolor paintings\n\n\n\nWatercolor Paint Van Gogh or Winsor and Newton pocket box set).  Pocket boxes or field box sets are the best way to start out as they provide all the basic colors you need for a very affordable cost\,(or bring paint you have on hand). High quality paints are highly recommended to ensure the effects unique to watercolor painting.\n\n\n\nWatercolor Brush\, round size 6 or 8\n\n\n\nWatercolor Brush\, Flat Wash\, size 3/4” or 1”\n\n\n\nSoft eraser (Tombo Mono Erasers).\n\n\n\nSmall plastic palette\n\n\n\nPencils: standard and/or mechanical \n\n\n\n3 small jars or containers for water 4-6 ounces is sufficient\n\n\n\nPaper towels\n\n\n\nDaniel Smith Masking Fluid with five drawing tips\n\n\n\nGrafix Liquid Frisket Remover\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 Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Liz Lescault\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-landscapes-in-watercolor-7/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Visual Arts LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86592438570 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR