BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Smith Center for Healing and the Arts - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Smith Center for Healing and the Arts 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:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T193000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023444Z CREATED:20230201T213007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023444Z UID:10004450-1678386600-1678390200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Previvor Support Group DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith M’Bahlia Colson and Rachel Ress\, LICSW\nIn Partnership with Cancer Support Community\n\n\n\n\nThis group is for previvors who have an elevated predisposition for a cancer diagnosis or those who have tested positive to cancer genetic markers\, such as the BRCA gene. \n\n \n\nHaving a predisposition to cancer can be an overwhelming experience and one that is often isolating. As a previvor\, one often goes through emotional\, physical\, and mental hardships. \n\n \n\nThis group offers a safe space for community where you can talk openly with others who also identify as previvors. \n\n\n\nThe Previvor Support Group will meet Monthly on the 2nd Thursday (beginning in March) from 6:30 – 7:30pm ET. \nUpcoming Dates: \n\n March 9\n April 13\n May 11\n\n\n\n\nAbout M’Bahlia Colson\nM’bahlia is a mother\, educator and a previvor.  Her mom died from breast cancer and dad from prostate cancer. After two breast lumptectomies she was diagnosed with a high expentancy of developing breast cancer.  She underwent a prophylatic bilateral mastectomy during the height of the Covid 19 pandemic in NYC. To her disbelief\, the hospital did not offer any support for women to help navigate this “new” life. Upon returning home to Washington\, DC for reconstruction again no community for support\, safe space and sharing.  \nAs an educator and administrator for more than 15 years\, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and Master’s Degree in Education. M’bahlia applies her research and education background to provide resources to her new community to help them make informed decisions and accesss to support groups.  \n\nAbout Rachel Ress\, LICSW\n\n\nRachel is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker serving as Cancer Support Community Washington DC’s (CSC DC) Community Navigator. Prior to working at CSC DC\, Rachel was an oncology social worker with the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital for three years. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice where she interned at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Rachel uses an eclectic approach in providing support and compassion to cancer patients and their families\, and she is passionate about the intersection of chronic illness and mental health. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/previvor-support-group-03-09/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/CSC_Logo_Washington_D.C-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T123000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023445Z CREATED:20230202T003538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023445Z UID:10004451-1678446000-1678451400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Radical Writing Space DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Kiersten Gallagher\n\nWherever 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 \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 \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 \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\nRadical Writing Space will be hosted Monthly on the 2nd Friday from 11am – 12:30pm ET. No previous writing experience necessary. Drop-ins welcome!\n\nUpcoming Dates: \n\n March 10\n April 14\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kiersten Gallagher\n\n\nKiersten has served as the Cancer Support Program Director for Smith Center since 2014. Before coming to Smith Center\, she had the privilege to serve individuals and families living with cancer at Wellness House of Annapolis. Kiersten aims to offer programs to reduce stress and help participants to see the world we live in from different perspectives. She thoroughly enjoys teaching yoga and creativity classes at Smith Center and encourages gentle movement and creativity in the healing process. Kiersten is a certified yoga instructor through Yoga Alliance and also has her YCAT (Yoga Therapy in Cancer and Chronic Illness) Professional Certification through the Integral Yoga Academy. She has completed Patient Navigation training through Smith Center’s Institute for Integrative Oncology Navigation and has also completed the Commonweal Healing Circles: Advanced Cancer Support Training. Kiersten is also certified in CLIMB®(Children’s Lives Include Moments of Bravery) a program that aims to build upon the strengths of children and increase his/her ability to cope with stress associated with a parent’s illness. She believes in a holistic approach to healing\, human relationships and is grateful for each and every day. In her spare time\, you may find Kiersten laughing with friends\, cycling\, taking art classes\, practicing yoga and spending time with her husband Shane\, son Liam\, and dogs Beans and Pablo. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/radical-writing-space-03-10/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Arts & Creativity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Radical-Writing-Space.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T123000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023504Z CREATED:20230201T213943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023504Z UID:10004452-1678449600-1678451400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Being Together Mindfulness DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing olivia@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Linda Seabright\n\nMindfulness is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) as it was developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\n\nDr. Kabat-Zinn and his program were featured prominently in the award-winning PBS television series Healing and the Mind. The profound effects of this work have begun to be strongly supported by a large body of scientific research.\n\nSpecifically\, mindfulness helps you access the ability to be non-judgmental\, compassionate\, patient\, present and aware. You wouldn’t have come this far if these qualities did not exist in you somewhere. Possible benefits may be a greater sense of peace and well-being.\n\nWe will take a few moments to check into how we’re feeling in the beginning of the meditation and afterward. We’ll sit or lie comfortably and go through a slightly different guided meditation each week. No experience needed.\nBeing Together Mindfulness meets weekly on Fridays from 12:00pm – 12:30pm ET.\n\nSuggested Donation: $5/session\n\n\n\n\nAbout Linda Seabright\n\n\n Linda Seabright has been teaching Mindfulness and Meditation since she completed her training in MBSR\, or Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction\, at the University of California\, San Diego\, School of Medicine in 2016. Linda is a life-long practitioner of yoga\, a cancer survivor\, and has studied expressive art therapy since 2010. Her passion  for artistic and musical expression have inspired her to bring the same dedication to her meditation teachings\, bringing a wide array of experience to her practice. She also teaches trauma-based meditation to nonprofits and has developed a series of meditations to help bring peace and balance into people’s lives. More information at www.jazzmeditation.com. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/being-together-mindfulness-03-10/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/mindfulness-and-meditation-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023506Z CREATED:20230201T214419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023506Z UID:10004453-1678525200-1678536000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español) DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. Please register to Claudia at 202.384.8342 to receive the Zoom link to participate.\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\nSmith Center es ahora el anfitrión de los Grupos de Apoyo para la Comunidad Latina en Español \nEstamos muy felices de anunciar que seremos los anfitriones de los grupos de apoyo de Nueva Vida para la comunidad latina. 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. \nEn 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).\nPara registrarse\, llame a Claudia a Nueva Vida: 202.223.9100. \n\n\n\nSmith Center Now Hosting Support Groups for the Latino Community in Spanish \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. \nAt Smith Center\, Nueva Vida will be providing 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). \nTo register\, call Claudia at Nueva Vida: 202.223.9100. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/nueva-vida-grupo-de-apoyo-en-espanol-03-11/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/NuevaVidaLogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T110000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023529Z CREATED:20230206T213724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023529Z UID:10004455-1678528800-1678532400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:2Unstoppable Zumba 6-Week Series DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/month/2023-03/ to register.\nIn Partnership with 2Unstoppable and Life with Cancer\n\n\n\n\nJoin Cori Price\, Cancer Exercise Specialist and Zumba Instructor\, for a fun 6-week series class where we will move and dance 2Ugether to fun and upbeat music! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people 2Ugether to “sweat it on” while taking the work out of workout\, mixing low and high-intensity moves for an interval-style dance fitness party.\n\nJoin Cori for the entire series or just attend the classes that you’re able to.\n\nTry this joyful form of movement with us via Zoom in the comfort (and privacy!) of your own home!\n\n\n\n\nNOTE:  If you experience any difficulties signing on to Zoom\, please email info@2Unstoppable.org. (please check your Spam folder just in case the Zoom email got delivered there instead of your inbox)\n\n\nClick here for more information and to register. \n\n\n\nAbout 2Unstoppable\n \n2Unstoppable is a non-profit whose mission is to encourage and support exercise among women who have had a cancer diagnosis. Free online fitness buddy matching\, oncology fitness resources\, and community events at www.2unstoppable.org. Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/ for a list of upcoming events. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/2unstoppable-zumba-6-week-series-03-11/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Retreats,Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2022-12-06-at-3.05.21-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T110000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023528Z CREATED:20230202T003756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023528Z UID:10004454-1678528800-1678532400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Healing Circle for Young Adults with Metastatic Breast Cancer DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Becky Bindrim & Samara Spence\n\nWe are a demand-driven and patient-led in-person and online community support group for young women and men (diagnosed between the age of 18 – 45ish) with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) in the DC\, MD\, and VA area. We have created this group as a means of providing both a safe community support space for people with MBC\, as well as peer-led and expert-led information on living with breast cancer. This group is new and independent of any established breast cancer organization\, though we are are in complete gratitude to the Smith Center for hosting us.\n\n\n\nWe facilitate our group in a democratic and participatory manner; in essence\, our group is your group! Interested new members\, kindly contact programs@smithcenter.org for an informal intake before coming to your first meeting.\n\nThe group meetings alternate between the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 8-9pm ET and the 2nd Saturday of the month from 10-11am ET.\n\nUpcoming Dates:\n\n Saturday\, March 11 (10-11am ET)\n Wednesday\, April 12 (8-9pm ET)\n Saturday\, May 13 (10-11am ET)\n Wednesday\, June 14 (8-9pm ET)\n\n\n\n\nAbout Becky Bindrim\n\nMy name is Becky. I am a mother (of 2)\, wife\, daughter\, sister (to 3)\, friend\, and thriver. I was diagnosed with Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) at the age of 34 while nursing my then 14-month-old daughter. In those first few weeks I felt every single emotion there was to feel… scared\, confused\, grateful for another day. My oncologist at the time had referred me to the Young Adults with MBC support group at the Smith Center and it brought comfort. My concerns were validated\, my anxiety eased\, I felt “seen” by everyone who is walking this path with me. I was no longer alone\, I was hopeful. \nI am excited to co-facilitate this group and help bring comfort and support to every young adult living with this disease. This population faces unique challenges; some of us have young children\, others never got the opportunity to have kids\, some are trying to manage side effects while working full-time\, others have quit their job and pursued their true passion. We have created a beautiful community and welcome those recently diagnosed and those who have been thriving for years. \n\nAbout Samara Spence\n\nMy name is Samara. I live in Washington\, DC\, with my husband and 2 cats. I moved to DC in 2014 to work in the government as an attorney\, and I’m still a lawyer in my professional life. I was diagnosed with MBC at age 40 after finding a lump in my own breast. Since then\, my world has been turned upside down. I’ve had to learn new skills\, new boundaries\, and an entirely new language — I joke that I’m working on the unofficial graduate degree I never wanted in breast cancer oncology. The Young Adults with MBC group has been a silver lining for me. These amazing young people are knowledgeable\, helpful\, honest\, and\, above all\, give me hope. I’m honored to co-facilitate this group with Becky. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/healing-circle-for-young-adults-with-metastatic-breast-cancer-03-11/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/washington-dc-cherry-blossoms-1521746722-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T113000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023553Z CREATED:20230202T003707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023553Z UID:10004457-1678528800-1678534200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Stitched Together DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Denise Feldman\n\nStitched Together\nWe’re all part of the same cloth… \n\nJoin us for a Stitching Circle! Denise Feldman\, a local mixed-media artist and cancer thriver\, hosts this monthly gathering in (virtual) community as we talk and stitch—a powerful meditative and healing practice. Gathering as many have done for centuries\, Denise will share tips and ideas for using needle and thread to bring joy and creativity to our everyday lives. Use her ideas to jump start your own\, or bring your favorite hand work projects and join us for community stitching time!\n \nThis community stitching circle is for you! For example\, maybe you’ve been hand sewing for years; you might be interested in exploring the recent revival of the “slow-stitch” movement; maybe you are are a needle pointer with a project to finish. Or\, you might simply enjoy the meditative nature of hand making with needle and thread.\n \nYou may consider bringing:\n\n needles and thread\,\n an old pair of jeans or other clothing that was headed to charity\,\n left over fabric from another project\,\n or simply bring yourself for some (virtual) time in community.\n\n\n\n\n\nStitched Together will be offered Monthly on Saturdays 10:00 – 11:30am ET. \n\nUpcoming Dates: \n\n March 11\n April 8\n May 13\n\nSuggested Donation: $10\n\n\n\nAbout Denise Feldman\nDenise Feldman is a local mixed media artist who discovered the power of creativity as a healing practice after her treatment for breast cancer in 2014. As a creative ‘dabbler’ who loves working with various materials and surfaces\, Denise shares her mixed media processes and soulful perspective with the hope of inspiring others to tell their stories ‘on and off the page’ and clear space for life’s chapters yet to come.\n\n“My philosophy is simply that telling our stories helps us heal by giving us the space to process our own experiences and connect with each other. Getting our stories out from our hearts and our heads helps make room for the next chapter to happen…the one just waiting there in the wings.” ~Denise URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/stitched-together-03-11/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Arts & Creativity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_3379-rotated-e1634069253199.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023553Z CREATED:20230201T220238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023553Z UID:10004456-1678528800-1678536000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Painting for Life DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Noelle Imparato\n\n\nThis workshop provides a safe and powerful learning container using community building and a “mindfulness painting” practice to foster healing\, spiritual awakening\, and personal transformation.\n\nYou 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\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\nFor more information about Painting for Life and what you can expect during a session\, please explore this manual:\nPFL MANUAL\nTime Slots (please specify when registering):\n\n 10am-12pm\n 3pm-5pm\n\nParticipants are encouraged to drop-in for any session and attend as many sessions as they would like.\nSession Schedule:\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\nOpening Circle – In the opening circle we build a safe and powerful We-Space\ncommunity 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\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\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\nSuggested Donation: $15\n\n\n\nAbout Noelle Imparato\n\nArmed with a PhD and her lifelong experience\, Noelle Imparato created Painting For Life\, a process art painting workshop envisioned as a tool for healing\, awakening\, and personal transformation. After 20 years of running it from her home studio in Los Angeles\, France\, Spain\, and Baltimore\, she moved to Zoom due to the pandemic. It allowed her community to grow more international with participants from Canada\, Europe\, and India. Noelle’s life experience includes training and working in architecture and film\, a Ph.D. in mythological studies with an emphasis in depth psychology\, a 30-year mindfulness meditation practice\, and a multitude of retreats especially at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur CA. She is currently writing “Painting For Life\,” a 2-volume book about her personal experience with the healing power of art\, and the method she\ndeveloped with her workshop. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/painting-for-life-03-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/IMPARATO-PIC-for-MARKETING-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T123000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023612Z CREATED:20230206T214923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023612Z UID:10004458-1678533300-1678537800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:2Unstoppable Yoga for Cancer 6-Week Series DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/month/2023-03/ to register.\nIn Partnership with 2Unstoppable (with East Meets West Yoga Center) \n\n\nVIRTUAL 6-Week Yoga for Cancer Series:\nFebruary 25 – April 1\, 11:15 am – 12:30 pm EST\nYoga 6-week series for anyone touched by cancer\, including caregivers\, family & friends. Yoga can renew the body\, lower stress\, bring a sense of inner calm and well-being\, and can be an important aid to your body in its fight for recovery. Yoga is an active therapeutic practice that matches breath and movement to mitigate the short and long-term side effects that cancer patients and survivors face like bone loss\, lymphedema\, scar tissue\, constipation\, neuropathy\, fatigue\, anxiety and many more. \nEach class is 75 minutes long\, from 11:15 am to 12:30 pm. Classes are taught by Dawn Curtis\, certified yoga therapist\, and Margaret Stewart\, RYT-200. \n\nNOTE:  If you are experiencing any difficulties on the day of class\, please email info@2Unstoppable.org (please check your Spam folder just in case the Zoom email got delivered there instead of your inbox).\nClick here to learn more and register.\n\n\n\nAbout 2Unstoppable\n \n2Unstoppable is a non-profit whose mission is to encourage and support exercise among women who have had a cancer diagnosis. Free online fitness buddy matching\, oncology fitness resources\, and community events at www.2unstoppable.org. Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/ for a list of upcoming events. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/2unstoppable-yoga-for-cancer-6-week-series-03-11/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2023-02-06-at-11.44.37-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T111500 DTSTAMP:20260926T023614Z CREATED:20230201T220812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023614Z UID:10004459-1678615200-1678619700@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Sustainable Journaling DESCRIPTION:Part 2/4. This program series is being offered virtually through Zoom. If you would like to join the series\, please email programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith John Casey\n\nIn Sustainable Journaling\, simple strategies help you create a daily journaling practice that can be sustained over time.\n \nWe will concentrate more on the practice of journaling than on the content and intention behind it. As a result\, we can approach journaling less as a means to an end and more as an end in itself. You will be supported in creating a sustainable and fulfilling practice. You can either maintain the practice on its own or incorporate other journaling strategies.\n \nTopics discussed will include:\n\n Easy strategies for starting and maintaining a journal\n The advantages of creating a daily habit of journaling\n The benefits of both the practice and the product\n Overcoming obstacles to creating a daily practice \n Privacy concerns\n How to start your journal at any point in the past\n Continuing your practice if/when you miss a day\n Creating a structured yet adaptable practice\, while considering your lifestyle and preferences\n\n\n \nEach session incorporates presentations as well as opportunities for group sharing that addresses different learning and engagement styles. Additionally\, homework assignments easily accommodate participants with busy schedules.\n\n\n\nSustainable Journaling will be offered as a four-part workshop on the following dates: \n\n Sundays\, March 5\, 12\, 19 & 26\, 10-11:15 AM ET\n\nParticipants are encouraged to attend all four workshop sessions to get the most out of the Sustainable Journaling process. By registering above\, you will be registered for all four sessions. Please let us know in advance if you will not be able to attend all four sessions.\nParticipants who joined in our previous series are welcome back as space is available. Please email Kiersten at kiersten@smithcenter.org to inquire about space.\n\n\nSuggested Donation: $25 (4-part series)\n\n\n\nAbout John Casey\n\n\nJohn Casey works as a barber in Brooklyn\, NY. This trade affords him the opportunity to meet and talk with many different people on a daily basis. Learning that many of his customers shared his interest in keeping a journal but didn’t know how to start or to maintain one\, he decided to create a workshop that would allow him to share what he’d learned about this rewarding practice.\nIn his free time\, John loves being in his car and is grateful for any opportunity he gets to drive through to the Hudson Valley where he grew up. He has a BFA in Painting and enjoys drawing\, painting and visiting art museums. His favorite conversation topics are music\, film and anything pertaining to behavioral psychology.\n\n\nhttps://www.sustainablejournaling.com/ URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/sustainable-journaling-03-12/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Sustainable-Journaling-still-life-updated-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T023628Z CREATED:20230202T004316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T023628Z UID:10004460-1678705200-1678708800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Healing Circle for Moms with Cancer DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Niya Kight\n\nThis ongoing healing circle will focus on the unique needs of mothers\, with children of any age\, who are living with cancer. No matter where you find yourself on your journey you will have a chance to be with others who share in your experience. This shared experience will often lead to profound learning and healing.\n\nSome of our children are bound to need us during this program. Please don’t worry about disruptions to care for your child(ren).\n\n\n\nWhat is a Healing Circle?\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\nThe Healing Circle for Moms with Cancer meets Monthly on the 2nd Monday of each month from 11:00am-12:00pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Dates:\n\n March 13\n April 10\n May 8\n\n\n\n\nAbout Niya Kight\n\n\nNiya Kight was diagnosed with Stage II\, ER/PR + Invasive Ductal Carcinoma in November 2019 on her 31st birthday\, while 12 weeks pregnant. Once Niya reached the middle of her second trimester\, she underwent a mastectomy and four rounds of chemotherapy before delivering her daughter in May. Niya is currently finishing the last four rounds of chemotherapy and next up on the road to recovery is radiation. When Niya embarked upon this journey\, she chose to view it as her rebirth and shared that “she would rise healthier and stronger than ever after this spiritual transformation”. Niya has done just that as she focused inwardly to determine the changes she needed to make in her life\, learned to accept help\, and shared her vulnerability and experience with others. Niya is passionate about raising awareness about pregnancy and breast cancer because many people do not know that it is possible to have cancer while pregnant\, let alone that it can actually be treated during pregnancy. Niya remembers the loneliness she felt while navigating breast cancer while pregnant and wants to help eliminate that additional stress for other women. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/healing-circle-for-moms-with-cancer-03-13/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/labyrinth2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T133000 DTSTAMP:20260926T020822Z CREATED:20230202T003954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T020822Z UID:10004380-1678708800-1678714200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Strengthening Each Other: A Healing Circle for Muslim Sisters Living with Cancer DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Gina Petonito\n \nFor Indeed\, with hardship comes ease\nIndeed\, with hardship comes ease.\nAl-Inshirah 94:5-6\nCancer! The word evokes fear and dread. And then the unthinkable happens. You get your diagnosis\, and just like that\, your life turns upside down. You enter a realm of tests\, procedures\, infusions\, radiation\, and operations. You are surrounded by people: caregivers\, healing professionals\, family\, and friends. Yet\, you feel all alone. Sisters\, you can find companionship on this journey. In a healing circle. The Smith Center for Healing and the Arts has graciously agreed to sponsor a healing circle just for us: Muslim Sisters. The Circle will provide a safe and accepting space\, where we can share our stories and heal together. Yes\, we are patient. But healing circles allow us to persevere. Let’s let our healing circle provide us with the ease Allah (SWT) promises and that we so richly\ndeserve.\n\nThis circle will meet every second and fourth Mondays thereafter until July 10.\n\nUpcoming Dates:\n\n March 13 & 27\n April 10 & 24\n May 8 & 22\n June 12 & 26\n July 10\n\n\n\n\nAbout Gina Petonito\, PhD\n\n\nGina Petonito is a retired university professor\, current business and life coach\, and a cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with Stage IIa\, ER/PR+ invasive ductal carcinoma in November 2021\, upgraded to Level IIIa after surgery. She underwent treatment throughout 2022 and is currently cancer free. Determined to have a productive life despite the arduous procedures\, Gina completed an 83\,000-word historical fiction manuscript\, and moved forward with her\nbusinesses Writing Your Way and Academic Womxn Reclaim Your Power.\n\nA convert to Islam since 1984\, Gina created a gratitude series for Muslim women\, titled 99 Days of Gratitude: A Practice for Sisters. This practice\, uploaded to YouTube focuses upon one of the Beautiful Names of God each day\, and suggests related supplications\, gratitude items\, and affirmations. The practice allowed her to place cancer into its proper perspective as one negative in a life of abundant blessings\, ma sha Allah. Nevertheless\, cancer often plunges a person into loneliness\, which support can alleviate. I firmly believe that together we sisters can strengthen each other in our deen and in our worldly life. Together\, we can come to terms with cancer\, be patient AND persevere.\n\nGina lives in the greater Cincinnati\, Ohio area and spends her free time at home with her beloved family. She enjoys studying history\, reading\, writing\, and connecting with women all over the globe. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/strengthening-each-other-a-healing-circle-for-muslim-sisters-living-with-cancer-03-13/ LOCATION:Checkout ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Headshot-Gina.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T080000 DTSTAMP:20260926T020851Z CREATED:20230201T222342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T020851Z UID:10004382-1678779000-1678780800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation will still meet on this date. This program is hosted virtually via Zoom. No prior registration required.\nIn Partnership with Susan Salek. Hosted by IMCW.\n\nCome together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit. \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\nJoin Zoom meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87127603045?pwd=WnRxdE43VWI3bDFjdVIyS1grOVBhQT09\n\nMeeting ID: 871 2760 3045\nPasscode: 108108\n\nOne tap mobile\n+13017158592\,\,87127603045#\,\,\,\,*108108#US (Washington DC)\n+16465588656\,\,87127603045#\,\,\,\,*108108#US (New York)\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\nFor more information\, please visit:\n\nhttps://events.imcw.org/event/?eventId=752&startDate=2021-07-20T11:30:00.000Z URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-03-14/ LOCATION:Insight Meditation Community of Washington\, DC\, 1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Community-icon.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260926T020906Z CREATED:20230201T222842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T020906Z UID:10004383-1678795200-1678798800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Chair Yoga DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Beth Lawrence\, RYT 500\n\nOur chair yoga practice will connect body and mind. You are invited to relax deeply as we move through a series of gentle seated and supported poses that promote self-care.\n\nAll levels welcome.\n\n\n\n\nOur Chair Yoga class meets Weekly on Tuesdays from 12:00 – 1:00pm.\n\nSuggested Donation for 1 Class: $10\n\nSuggested Donation for 1 Month of Classes: $25\n\nOur programs are open to the community\, and tailored to meet the needs of people affected by cancer. Classes and workshops are free or low cost on a pay-as-you-can basis\, ensuring that our programs are accessible to everyone.\n\n\n\nAbout Beth Lawrence\n\nBeth discovered yoga in early 2002 as a mother of six month old twins. She was looking to get back into shape after their birth. In yoga\, she found far more than she anticipated- an age old practice designed to help people relieve stress- both mental and physical. After a few years of regular practice\, she knew she wanted to share her positive experiences with others. She has been leading yoga classes in the DC area since 2007 after completing her 200 hour yoga teacher training at Nth Degree Yoga with Martha Rosen. In 2011\, she went back to earn her RYT500. Her personal practice is inspired by Integral Yoga and Sivananda Yoga\, both of which incorporate body and mind into the practice. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/chair-yoga-03-14/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Chair-Yoga-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T133000 DTSTAMP:20260926T020923Z CREATED:20230202T004413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T020923Z UID:10004384-1678797000-1678800600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Prostate Cancer Support Group DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\n\nwith Jessica Gelfarb\, MSW\, LICSW\, GW Cancer Center \n\n\n\nThis monthly support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Prostate cancer. The group will incorporate education lectures coupled with emotional support and is hosted by and offered in partnership with the GW Cancer Center.\n\n\n\n\nThe Prostate Cancer Support Group meets Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 12:30-1:30pm.\n\nUpcoming Sessions:\n\n March 14\n April 11\n May 9\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jessica Gelfarb\, MSW\, LICSW\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJessica is a licensed clinical social worker who has experience working with patients and families facing a range of medical diagnoses in both inpatient and outpatient settings.  She received her undergraduate degree in psychology from University of Michigan and her masters degree in social work from University of Maryland with a focus on clinical and medical social work. Jessica recently joined the team at the George Washington University  cancer center as an oncology social worker. Prior to her role at GW Jessica worked extensively with organ transplant patients at Medstar Georgetown Transplant Institute and co-led the institute’s transplant support group. She has also spent time working on cardiology and intensive care units throughout her career.  Jessica initially became interested in pursuing oncology social work after attending the Association of Oncology Social Work’s annual conference a number of years ago as well as observing first- hand the widespread impact that cancer has on so many individuals and families.   She is passionate about partnering with patients in order to provide psychosocial and emotional support as they navigate their diagnosis and treatment. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/prostate-cancer-support-group-03-14/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/GW-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T163000 DTSTAMP:20260926T020942Z CREATED:20230207T223540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T020942Z UID:10004385-1678806000-1678811400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Crafting Your Legacy DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. If you are interested in joining this series\,  email programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Chantel Bennett & Erin Price\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n\n\nThis series is an opportunity to approach living and dying with a bit of playful curiosity. Though death is an inevitable part of living\, we rarely speak of it openly and this secrecy can harbor fear and isolation. In this series\, you’re invited to share your own thoughts about death and dying with others\, then explore what your life and living means to you through creative expression and craft. By the end of this series\, I hope you’ll have a deeper understanding of your own thoughts about death and creative tools to continue crafting what it means for you to live.\n\nThis 4-week virtual group will offer discussion and exercises to participate in during each session as well as opportunities to continue reflecting outside of group time. Due to the intimate nature of this topic and the supportive space we hope to cultivate\, we encourage you to sign up for this program only if you plan to attend and participate in each of the 4 sessions.\n\nThis group will meet on Tuesdays from 3:00-4:30pm ET.\n\nSession Dates:\n\n \nMarch 7\n March 14\n \nMarch 28\n April 4\n\n\n\n\nAbout Erin Price\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n\n\nErin serves as Smith Center’s Director of Young Adult and Psychosocial Support Programs. She is trained in Integrative Patient Navigation\, a Project LEAD graduate\, and holds a Masters in Social Work. A ten-year+ breast cancer survivor\, Erin is passionate about providing support and community to other cancer survivors\, especially young adults. She works with Smith Center’s DC Young Adult Cancer Community and is also actively involved in the cancer community through the Association of Oncology Social Workers\, the Young Survival Coalition\, the Georgetown Breast Cancer Advocates\, and the National Breast Cancer Coalition.\nAbout Chantel Bennett\n\n\nChantel is a MSW candidate in her final semester at the University of Maryland – Baltimore\, an organizer within her community\, and a multidisciplinary artist. She has co-facilitated healing circles for 6 years and plans to weave those experiences and her art into her future practice as a therapist. She is passionate about art history and fashion and spends her free time researching her favorite artists and crocheting or knitting outfits for herself.  URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/crafting-your-legacy-03-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/creatingyourlegacy.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T191500 DTSTAMP:20260926T020949Z CREATED:20230202T001903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T020949Z UID:10004386-1678816800-1678821300@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Gentle PM Yoga DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Yael Flusberg\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT500\, RMT\, MS\n\n\nEnjoy 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\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\nAnd\, check out Yael’s contribution to CONNECT\, Smith Center’s community-minded newsletter\, called “Nurturing Resilience” on our YouTube channel!\n\n\n\nYael’s Gentle Yoga Class Meets Weekly on Tuesdays from 6:00 – 7:15pm ET.\n\nSuggested Donation for 1 Class: $10\n\nSuggested Donation for 1 Month of Classes: $25\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\nOur programs are also open to the community\, and tailored to meet the needs of people affected by cancer. Classes and workshops are free or low cost on a pay-as-you-can basis\, ensuring that our programs are accessible to everyone.\n\n\n\nAbout Yael Flusberg\n\nYael Flusberg first came to yoga hoping she could get rid of stuff\, namely the ways life’s stresses and traumas had become painfully embodied. Fifteen years and thousands of layers of release later\, yoga continues to teach her how to make strategic\, creative\, and life-nourishing choices. Trained as an integrative yoga therapist\, Yael’s classes blend active with receptive states of being\, and are both insightful and lighthearted. Off the mat\, she is a coach\, writer and energy therapist. Since 2005\, Yael has taught yoga classes at area hospitals\, libraries\, workplaces\, schools\, and yoga studios. As an integrative yoga therapist (E-RYT500) she facilitates both group and individual yoga therapy sessions\, working with people dealing with a variety of conditions including cancer\, digestive disorders\, diabetes\, eating disorders\, fibromyalgia\, hypertension\, mental health challenges (including depression\, anxiety\, grief and trauma)\, rheumatoid arthritis\, scoliosis\, and sports injuries. She currently teaches a weekly therapeutic class for people living with cancer and their caregivers on GW’s campus. More info: www.yaelflusberg.com URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/gentle-pm-yoga-03-14/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Retreats,Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Yoga-Mats-wellness-e1511814384866.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021004Z CREATED:20230202T004611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021004Z UID:10004387-1678816800-1678822200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Creating Symbols for Personal Power DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Simone Banks Mackey (They/Them/Theirs)\n \nUsing modern and ancient techniques of developing symbols allows your imagination to wonder and form a personal affirmation sigil. A Sigil\, in a greater sense\, is a symbol that represents a meaning. Where they differ is how/why we create them. This process is not only therapeutic but extremely individualized. Each sigil contains specific messaging that is meant to empower you. Using meditation\, herbal teas\, movement\, food\, music\, and/or scents\, we intentionally create an environment that empowers us to imbue our intentions into our sigil fully. A process that can result in the simplest of shapes to the most elaborate of forms.\n\nAfter your affirmation sigil is created it is charged with your energy and can be used whenever you need to affirm your power. Whether that be on your hallway mirror\, daily bag\, passenger dashboard\, clothes/shoes\, or even yourself its intention will hold.\n\nThe theme of the month will be shared at the beginning of each session.\n \nSuggested Materials: \n\n Writing utensils (pens\, markers\, paint\, etc.)\n Canvas (paper\, book\, hat\, guitar\, etc.)\n Water (for drinking)\n Set your “empowerment mood” (clothing\, food\, scents\, lighting\, etc.)\n\n\nSuggested Donation: $10\n\n\n\nAbout Simone Banks Mackey\nSince childhood\, Simone Banks Mackey (They/Them/Theirs) has always been an eccentric being that had an insatiable passion for life and helping others. After attending undergraduate school to study multiple Studio Arts disciplines and nonprofit management they decided to continue community-centered work. Teaching preschool offered Simone the opportunity to creatively expose children to multiple forms of art. However\, they realized the magnitude of how structural stability within the home affects both parents’ mental/emotional/physical wellbeing and the children’s cognitive development. Simone then decided to work with grassroots organization that provided families with tools to be self-sufficient. It was during this time Eccentric Whims was born. While creating and hosting programming to artistically teach parents and children\, Simone realized how they could combine their passion for art with community uplifting. Eccentric Whims catapults love and healing into the world by using a multitude of traditional and nontraditional art forms to foster creative thinking and promote healing/wellness while building community. Through carefully crafted community events surrounding any range and of non/traditional art forms such as mixed media collages\, decor/crafts\, visual media\, and movement Simone creates safe spaces for people to express themselves and/or learn. Art is universal and through Art\, we can communicate\, commune\, and create a greater society. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/creating-symbols-for-personal-power-03-14/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T200000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021021Z CREATED:20230202T004659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021021Z UID:10004388-1678818600-1678824000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Survivorship Support Group DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Rachel Ress\, MSW\, LICSW\nIn Partnership with Cancer Support Community\n\n\n\n\nThis group is designed for cancer survivors who have completed their primary cancer treatment(s) and are now either post-treatment or on maintenance medication (such as hormonal therapy). Cancer can be emotionally and physically draining — many times we aren’t able to fully process the experience until after treatment is over and we are trying to get back to our “normal” lives. The struggle and expectation to find “normal” again can also be an overwhelming process. This group is a space where you can talk openly about these issues and process the trauma of cancer with other survivors.\nClick here to review our Online Group Participation Rules.\n\n\n\nThe Survivorship Support Group will meet Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 6:30-8:00pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Dates:\n\n March 14\n April 11\n May 9\n\n\n\n\nAbout Rachel Ress\, MSW\, LICSW\n\nRachel is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker serving as Cancer Support Community Washington DC’s (CSC DC) Community Navigator. Prior to working at CSC DC\, Rachel was an oncology social worker with the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital for three years. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice where she interned at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Rachel uses an eclectic approach in providing support and compassion to cancer patients and their families\, and she is passionate about the intersection of chronic illness and mental health. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/survivorship-support-group-03-14/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/CSC_Logo_Washington_D.C-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021042Z CREATED:20230202T004831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021042Z UID:10004389-1678876200-1678881600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Outside the Lines DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Kiersten Gallagher\nIn Partnership with The Arts and Humanities Program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital\n\n\n \n\n\nCreative 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.\nFor this month’s session\, we will be creating collages for The Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program (AHP) at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s Call for Art.\n\nThe Arts and Humanities Program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (AHP) invites us to create 4×4-inch collage art for its first ever Call for Art: “Art for a Cause”. This is a call specifically for collage art in conjunction with World Collage Day (May 13) 2023.\n\nAll works submitted will be displayed and then made available to patients\, caregivers\, their families\, and hospital staff. Each work will be attached to a blank greeting card and will have a sticker indicating that it is original art generously donated to the hospital community. Works will not be sold nor returned to the artists.\n\nIf you have any questions about the Call for Art\, please contact jenniferwilkinpenick@gmail.com directly.\n\n\n\nOutside the Lines is held Bi-Monthly on Wednesdays from 10:30am – 12:00pm. The Social Hour sessions will only run from 10:30-11:30am. \n\nUpcoming sessions:\n\n March 15\n April 26\n May 17\n\nSuggested donation: $10 per class\n\nOur programs are open to the community\, and tailored to meet the needs of people affected by cancer. Classes and workshops are free or low cost on a pay-as-you-can basis\, ensuring that our programs are accessible to everyone.\n\n\n\nAbout Kiersten Gallagher\n\n\nAs the Cancer Support Program Director\, Kiersten fully believes that through the arts we can expand our perspectives and explore new fulfilling ways of being. She invites you to make our space your own refuge\, to circumvent your daily routine to spark creativity\, to take time for introspection\, and draw outside the lines. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/outside-the-lines-03-15/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2023-02-22-at-11.26.37-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T143000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021051Z CREATED:20230202T004958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021051Z UID:10004390-1678888800-1678890600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Meditation and Mindfulness DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\n\nwith Jessica Gelfarb\, MSW\, LICSW\n\n\n\nDeveloping 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 \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 \nThe group is hosted by and offered in partnership with the GW Cancer Center.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Mindfulness & Meditation Group meets twice a month on Wednesdays from 2:00-2:30pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Sessions:\n\n March 15\n April 5 & 19\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jessica Gelfarb\, MSW\, LICSW\n\n\n\n\n\nJessica is a licensed clinical social worker who has experience working with patients and families facing a range of medical diagnoses in both inpatient and outpatient settings.  She received her undergraduate degree in psychology from University of Michigan and her masters degree in social work from University of Maryland with a focus on clinical and medical social work. Jessica recently joined the team at the George Washington University  cancer center as an oncology social worker. Prior to her role at GW Jessica worked extensively with organ transplant patients at Medstar Georgetown Transplant Institute and co-led the institute’s transplant support group. She has also spent time working on cardiology and intensive care units throughout her career.  Jessica initially became interested in pursuing oncology social work after attending the Association of Oncology Social Work’s annual conference a number of years ago as well as observing first- hand the widespread impact that cancer has on so many individuals and families.   She is passionate about partnering with patients in order to provide psychosocial and emotional support as they navigate their diagnosis and treatment.   URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/meditation-and-mindfulness-03-15/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/mindfulness-meditation-candida.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T163000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021101Z CREATED:20230201T211805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021101Z UID:10004391-1678892400-1678897800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Knitting on the Couch DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Project Knitwell and Friends\n\nJoin 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 \nKnitting is:\n\n relatively easy to learn\,\n requires no artistic talent or prior experience\,\n portable\,\n and results in a useful product.\n\nSometimes referred to as the “new yoga” — plain and simple — knitting is good for you.\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 \nStone Soup Films and Project Knitwell created a beautiful 3-minute video highlighting the health benefits of knitting. Watch the video here!\n\n\n\nOur Knitting Circle meets Weekly on Wednesdays from 3:00 – 4:30pm ET.\n\nOur programs are open to the community and tailored to meet the needs of people affected by cancer. Classes and workshops are free or low cost on a pay-as-you-can basis\, ensuring that our programs are accessible to everyone.\n\n\n\nLooking for more intimate knitting instruction? Check out Project Knitwell’s new program\, Knitwell in the Cloud\, for ongoing\, one-on-one knitting instruction via Zoom.\n\n\n\nAbout Project Knitwell\n\n\nProject Knitwell offers knitting as a tool to promote wellness and help people cope with stressful situations at more than a dozen hospital and community settings.\n\nAll of Project Knitwell’s programming is provided by volunteers\, and services and supplies are provided free of charge to the people we serve.\n\n\n\n\n\nProject Knitwell volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness\, comfort\, and community among those we serve. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/knitting-on-the-couch-03-15/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Arts & Creativity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Knitting-on-the-Couch-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T190000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021129Z CREATED:20230206T215429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021129Z UID:10004392-1678903200-1678906800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:2Unstoppable Barre with Paola (in English/Spanish) DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/month/2023-03/ to register.\nIn Partnership with 2Unstoppable\n\n\n\n\nJoin Paola for a bilingual (English/Spanish) full-body workout class blending aerobics warm-ups with low-impact\, modified movements for cancer survivors to help improve flexibility and balance while strengthening and toning your body safely and in a FUN environment.\n\n\nEquipment Needed:  a stable surface to use as your “barre”\, such as a wall\, a sturdy chair or a countertop.  You will also need a mat or a carpeted surface for floor work.  A pilates ball is recommended but not required and you could substitute a throw pillow.  You will want something to add resistance such as light hand weights\, cans of food\, or water bottles.  Gliders will be used for this class and you can use household items such as a sock or a paper plate as your glider.  Be sure to have water nearby and remember to work at your own pace!\n\n\n\n\nSpanish Description:\n\n\nÚnete a Paola en su clase Bilingüe (Inglés/Español) de entrenamiento de cuerpo completo donde se combinan calentamientos aeróbicos con movimientos de bajo impacto modificados para sobrevivientes de cáncer para mejorar la flexibilidad y equilibrio mientras se fortalece y tonifica su cuerpo en un ambiente seguro y DIVERTIDO.\n\nEquipo necesario: una superficie estable para usar como su “barra”\, como una pared\, una silla o una mesada (encimera).  También necesitará una colchoneta o una superficie alfombrada para el trabajo en el piso. Una pelota de pilates es recomendable pero no necesaria y se puede sustituir con un cojín.  Querrá algo para agregar resistencia\, como pesas ligeras para las manos\, latas de comida o botellas de agua.  Discos deslizantes se utilizarán para esta clase y puede usar artículos para el hogar como un calcetín\, un plato de papel para deslizar.  ¡Asegúrese de tener agua cerca y recuerde trabajar a su propio ritmo!\n\n\nNOTE:  If you are experiencing any difficulties on the day of class\, please email info@2Unstoppable.org (please check your Spam folder just in case the Zoom email got delivered there instead of your inbox).\nClick here to learn more and register.\n\n\n\nAbout 2Unstoppable\n \n2Unstoppable is a non-profit whose mission is to encourage and support exercise among women who have had a cancer diagnosis. Free online fitness buddy matching\, oncology fitness resources\, and community events at www.2unstoppable.org. Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/ for a list of upcoming events. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/2unstoppable-barre-with-paola-in-english-spanish-03-15/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Barre-with-Paola-e1665749663918.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T193000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021132Z CREATED:20230202T005058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021132Z UID:10004393-1678903200-1678908600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:What to Expect as a Caregiver DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Julia Rowland\, PhD\n\n\nCancer caregivers are ‘hidden’ survivors in the cancer journey.  Many wonder if the help they provide is useful\, even though research tells us that caregivers are vital to the wellbeing of their care recipient.\n\n\nCome learn how caregivers make a difference\, discuss the common challenges that caregivers confront\, and learn tools and techniques to take good care of yourself.\n\n\n\nAbout Julia Rowland\, PhD\n\n\nJulia Rowland\, PhD\, who joined Smith Center in October 2017\, comes to this position as a long-time clinician\, researcher and teacher in the area of psychosocial aspects of cancer. She has worked with and conducted competitively funded research among both pediatric and adult cancer survivors and their families\, and published broadly in psycho-oncology\, including co-editing\, along with Dr. Jimmie Holland\, the ground-breaking text\, Handbook of Psychooncology.  She has also been a frequent speaker on cancer survivorship\, or life after cancer\, for both professional and lay audiences.\n\nJulia received her PhD in Developmental Psychology from Columbia University and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in psychosocial oncology. While at MSKCC\, where she held joint appointments in pediatrics and neurology\, Julia helped to develop and was the first Director of the Post-Treatment Resource Program\, one of the first non-medical survivorship care programs to be offered by a major cancer center in the U.S. In 1990 she moved with her husband and two young children to Washington\, DC to become founding Director of the Psycho-Oncology Program at Georgetown University and the Lombardi Cancer Center. There she helped expand services to meet the psychosocial needs of cancer patients and families\, launched some of the first quality of life clinical trials\, and also introduced a program to enable first year medical students to learn the art of caring for those living through and beyond cancer from survivors themselves and Lombardi faculty. Nine years later\, in September of 1999\, she was recruited to the National Cancer Institute to become the first\, full-time Director of the Office of Cancer Survivorship\, a position in which she served for 18 years\, championing the growth of survivorship research and care\, before stepping down in September 2017 to assume her new role at Smith Center. Although new to the team\, Julia is no stranger to Smith Center. She knew Smith Center’s founder\, Barbara Smith Coleman\, and has volunteered her expertise across the years as a speaker\, group leader and staff member for both the 1-day and weeklong residential retreats. Julia brings to her new role a passion to translate what research has taught us about healing in the context of cancer to the broader community\, in essence\, taking the science of survivorship from the lab bench to the park bench. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/what-to-expect-as-a-caregiver-03-15/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/good_caregiver-1024x520-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T150000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021148Z CREATED:20230201T212538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021148Z UID:10004394-1678971600-1678978800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:The Energy Balancing team continues to offer distance sessions. If you wish to receive\, please email olivia@smithcenter.org.\nwith the Energy Balancing Team\n\nOur 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\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\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\nEnergy Balancing is offered Weekly on Thursdays in 1/2 hour appointments.\n\nBy appointment only. \n\nTime slots:\n\n 1:00pm\n 2:20pm\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Energy Balancing Team\nAbout Anne Molofsky\nAnne has always been interested in promoting health and wellness. She had a forty-year career as a nutritionist\, beginning as a research nutritionist in several NIH-funded clinical trials\, then working for the federal government in policy and education\, and subsequently counselling clients in her private practice. She received her reiki training over 10 years ago and was able to offer reiki sessions to her nutrition clients as part of their treatment. Since 2013 Anne has also volunteered at Walter Reed offering reiki sessions to Wounded Warriors and their families. She became a Reiki Master Teacher in 2017. Anne is thrilled to be joining the wonderful Energy Balancing Team at the Smith Center!\nAbout Margaret Haggerty\nIt is a privilege to be part of the energy balancing team for Smith Center for Healing and the Arts.\nHaving had a long and gratifying career as a registered nurse\, I bring a wide range of experiences. Before my retirement nine years ago\, I had worked for 47 years as a nurse in a variety of capacities. Whether I was taking care of a tiny two-pound NICU infant or doing diabetic teaching for a centenarian\, I realized that there was a larger Presence who was always guiding me. And I believe deeply that whatever experience of healing we receive\, involves body\, mind and spirit. I became a massage therapist and Reiki Master in order to incorporate a more deliberate approach to healing touch. It was a privilege to work with many clients who were dealing with cancer. What a joy it was to offer some hope and gentle touch as they faced many medical and emotional challenges. Now in my later years I am happy to bring the soft\, caring touch of energy balancing to help those who come to Smith Center\, to relax in order for. their bodies to mend and their spirits to heal.\nAbout Pat Spellman\n\n\nPat studied English literature and has a special interest in reading and writing poetry. She has been certified as a Reiki master and as a practitioner of reflexology and Feldenkrais movement. She is a long-time member of the Self-Realization Fellowship\, which teaches meditation methods and principles for harmonious living. After a career in publications in DC\, Pat retired in Baltimore where she continues her active interest in the Smith Center and its clients.\nAbout Sylvia Sturm\n\n\nSylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\, heads our Energy Balancing volunteer team. Sylvia is a Certified Eden Energy Medicine Clinical Practitioner and a Reiki Master Teacher. For many years she has managed a Reiki Volunteer group at a seniors’ residence and has served for 6 years as a Reiki volunteer in GWU Hospital. She is delighted to now work with a dedicated and wonderful team to address the balancing of one’s subtle energies in order to allow the body to completely relax. She has an independent practice in Kensington\, MD. To learn more about Sylvia and subtle energies\, please visit her website www.sylviasturm.com. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/energy-balancing-03-16/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Energy-Balancing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T090000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021221Z CREATED:20230203T010752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021221Z UID:10004395-1679040000-1679043600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:2Unstoppable Pink Ribbon Pilates Series DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/month/2023-03/ to register.\nWith 2Unstoppable\n\n\n\n\nPink Ribbon Pilates is designed to specifically address the needs and challenges facing everyone recovering from cancer-related surgery.\n\nThe exercises are designed to show you how to progressively stretch and strengthen your shoulders\, chest and back to regain full range of movement and reduce risk of lymphedema.\n\nIn addition to the purely physical benefits already outlined\, Pink Ribbon Pilates will help to improve your posture\, alleviate your pain\, reduce stress\, and enhance your energy levels.\n\nWhether you are recovering from recent surgery or are many years post-surgery\, Pilates is suitable for you.\n\nExercises are generally performed on a mat.  Flex bands and lightweight dumbbells may be used to add resistance to the exercises.\n\n\n\n\nNOTE: If you are experiencing any difficulties on the day of class\, please emailinfo@2Unstoppable.org (please check your Spam folder just in case the Zoom email got delivered there instead of your inbox).\nClick here to learn more and register.\n\n\n\nAbout 2Unstoppable\n \n2Unstoppable is a non-profit whose mission is to encourage and support exercise among women who have had a cancer diagnosis. Free online fitness buddy matching\, oncology fitness resources\, and community events at www.2unstoppable.org. Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/ for a list of upcoming events. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/2unstoppable-pink-ribbon-pilates-series-03-17/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2022-12-06-at-2.50.02-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T123000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021222Z CREATED:20230201T214035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021222Z UID:10004396-1679054400-1679056200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Being Together Mindfulness DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing olivia@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Linda Seabright\n\nMindfulness is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) as it was developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\n\nDr. Kabat-Zinn and his program were featured prominently in the award-winning PBS television series Healing and the Mind. The profound effects of this work have begun to be strongly supported by a large body of scientific research.\n\nSpecifically\, mindfulness helps you access the ability to be non-judgmental\, compassionate\, patient\, present and aware. You wouldn’t have come this far if these qualities did not exist in you somewhere. Possible benefits may be a greater sense of peace and well-being.\n\nWe will take a few moments to check into how we’re feeling in the beginning of the meditation and afterward. We’ll sit or lie comfortably and go through a slightly different guided meditation each week. No experience needed.\nBeing Together Mindfulness meets weekly on Fridays from 12:00pm – 12:30pm ET.\n\nSuggested Donation: $5/session\n\n\n\n\nAbout Linda Seabright\n\n\n Linda Seabright has been teaching Mindfulness and Meditation since she completed her training in MBSR\, or Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction\, at the University of California\, San Diego\, School of Medicine in 2016. Linda is a life-long practitioner of yoga\, a cancer survivor\, and has studied expressive art therapy since 2010. Her passion  for artistic and musical expression have inspired her to bring the same dedication to her meditation teachings\, bringing a wide array of experience to her practice. She also teaches trauma-based meditation to nonprofits and has developed a series of meditations to help bring peace and balance into people’s lives. More information at www.jazzmeditation.com. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/being-together-mindfulness-03-17/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/mindfulness-and-meditation-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021232Z CREATED:20230201T214529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021232Z UID:10004397-1679130000-1679140800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español) DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. Please register to Claudia at 202.384.8342 to receive the Zoom link to participate.\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\nSmith Center es ahora el anfitrión de los Grupos de Apoyo para la Comunidad Latina en Español \nEstamos muy felices de anunciar que seremos los anfitriones de los grupos de apoyo de Nueva Vida para la comunidad latina. 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. \nEn 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).\nPara registrarse\, llame a Claudia a Nueva Vida: 202.223.9100. \n\n\n\nSmith Center Now Hosting Support Groups for the Latino Community in Spanish \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. \nAt Smith Center\, Nueva Vida will be providing 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). \nTo register\, call Claudia at Nueva Vida: 202.223.9100. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/nueva-vida-grupo-de-apoyo-en-espanol-03-18/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/NuevaVidaLogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T110000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021307Z CREATED:20230206T213843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021307Z UID:10004398-1679133600-1679137200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:2Unstoppable Zumba 6-Week Series DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/month/2023-03/ to register.\nIn Partnership with 2Unstoppable and Life with Cancer\n\n\n\n\nJoin Cori Price\, Cancer Exercise Specialist and Zumba Instructor\, for a fun 6-week series class where we will move and dance 2Ugether to fun and upbeat music! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people 2Ugether to “sweat it on” while taking the work out of workout\, mixing low and high-intensity moves for an interval-style dance fitness party.\n\nJoin Cori for the entire series or just attend the classes that you’re able to.\n\nTry this joyful form of movement with us via Zoom in the comfort (and privacy!) of your own home!\n\n\n\n\nNOTE:  If you experience any difficulties signing on to Zoom\, please email info@2Unstoppable.org. (please check your Spam folder just in case the Zoom email got delivered there instead of your inbox)\n\n\nClick here for more information and to register. \n\n\n\nAbout 2Unstoppable\n \n2Unstoppable is a non-profit whose mission is to encourage and support exercise among women who have had a cancer diagnosis. Free online fitness buddy matching\, oncology fitness resources\, and community events at www.2unstoppable.org. Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/ for a list of upcoming events. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/2unstoppable-zumba-6-week-series-03-18/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Retreats,Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2022-12-06-at-3.05.21-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T021308Z CREATED:20230201T220315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T021308Z UID:10004399-1679133600-1679140800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Painting for Life DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link\, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@smithcenter.org.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Noelle Imparato\n\n\nThis workshop provides a safe and powerful learning container using community building and a “mindfulness painting” practice to foster healing\, spiritual awakening\, and personal transformation.\n\nYou 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\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\nFor more information about Painting for Life and what you can expect during a session\, please explore this manual:\nPFL MANUAL\nTime Slots (please specify when registering):\n\n 10am-12pm\n 3pm-5pm\n\nParticipants are encouraged to drop-in for any session and attend as many sessions as they would like.\nSession Schedule:\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\nOpening Circle – In the opening circle we build a safe and powerful We-Space\ncommunity 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\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\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\nSuggested Donation: $15\n\n\n\nAbout Noelle Imparato\n\nArmed with a PhD and her lifelong experience\, Noelle Imparato created Painting For Life\, a process art painting workshop envisioned as a tool for healing\, awakening\, and personal transformation. After 20 years of running it from her home studio in Los Angeles\, France\, Spain\, and Baltimore\, she moved to Zoom due to the pandemic. It allowed her community to grow more international with participants from Canada\, Europe\, and India. Noelle’s life experience includes training and working in architecture and film\, a Ph.D. in mythological studies with an emphasis in depth psychology\, a 30-year mindfulness meditation practice\, and a multitude of retreats especially at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur CA. She is currently writing “Painting For Life\,” a 2-volume book about her personal experience with the healing power of art\, and the method she\ndeveloped with her workshop. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/painting-for-life-03-18/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/IMPARATO-PIC-for-MARKETING-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR