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:20230422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024502Z CREATED:20230302T190009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024502Z UID:10004524-1682154000-1682164800@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-04-22/ 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:20230422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024517Z CREATED:20230303T231627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024517Z UID:10004526-1682157600-1682161200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:2Unstoppable Zumba 6-Week Series DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/month/2023-04/ 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-04-22/ 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:20230422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024519Z CREATED:20230302T190639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024519Z UID:10004527-1682157600-1682164800@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-04-22/ 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:20230424T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T133000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024530Z CREATED:20230302T204948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024530Z UID:10004528-1682337600-1682343000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Strengthening Each Other: A Healing Circle for Muslim Sisters Living with Cancer DESCRIPTION:This meeting has been cancelled. Meetings will resume on Saturday\, May 6th from 10-11:30am ET. Meetings will now be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday. If you would like to join this group\, please email olivia@smithcenter.org.\nwith Gina Petonito\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 on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. Meetings will resume on May 6th and continue for 12 weeks.\n\nUpcoming Dates:\n\n May 6 & 20\n June 3 & 17\n July 1 & 15\n August 5 & 19\n September 2 & 16\n October 7 & 21\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-04-24/ LOCATION:Checkout ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Headshot-Gina.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T184500 DTSTAMP:20260926T024533Z CREATED:20230303T220602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024533Z UID:10004529-1682359200-1682361900@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Coming Home to Our Senses Meditation 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 Candida DeLuise\, LICSW\n\nComing Home to Our Senses Meditation\nThis workshop presents evidence-based meditation techniques to help us focus and be more fully present. We will learn several mindfulness practices to enhance awareness and joy in everyday life. Group practice creates a powerful synergy.\nSuggested Donation: $10\n\n\n\nAbout Candida DeLuise\, LICSW\n\n\n\n\nMindfulness-Based Psychotherapy – Reiki\, Energy work\, Buddhist Psychology\n\n\nAs a contemplative psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience\, Candida integrates mindfulness and psycho-spiritual approaches into the therapy process. She has worked with clients on transitions\, relationships\, trauma\, mood disorders\, chronic illness and aging issues. Creating a safe and nurturing space\, she draws on mind-body awareness and Buddhist psychology. Candida is also a Reiki practitioner and life celebrant\, crafting rituals to honor significant events. She is licensed in D.C. to officiate weddings and loves working with couples to create a custom ceremony that highlights their unique relationship. An experienced coach\, consultant and Buddhist practitioner\, Candida teaches meditation and leads workshops on mindfulness in everyday life. She works with artists in the creative process\, and with individuals and groups committed to social change. She believes that as we reconnect to our inherent wisdom\, we empower ourselves to live a more full and expansive life. 240-462-9550\ncandidadeluise@gmail.com URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/coming-home-to-our-senses-meditation-04-24/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Meditation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T193000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024533Z CREATED:20230303T214908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024533Z UID:10004530-1682359200-1682364600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Loss of a Parent to 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.\nwith Ned O’Hanlan\n\nThe loss of a parent from cancer brings with it many complex feelings. Sadness\, anger\, and regret are just a few of the feelings you may experience. Sometimes friends – and even family members – don’t understand these feelings.\n\nThis support group provides a monthly opportunity to join a group of people who may understand.\n\n\n\nThe Loss of a Parent to Cancer Support Group meets Monthly on the 4th Monday from 6:00-7:30pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Sessions:\n\n April 24\n May 22\n June 26 URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/loss-of-a-parent-to-cancer-support-group-04-24/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/wheatfield-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T080000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024547Z CREATED:20230302T193502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024547Z UID:10004531-1682407800-1682409600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:This program is hosted virtually via Zoom. No prior registration required.\nwith Susan Salek\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/88468692145?pwd=U1lhSHBpdXpXS0N3QzBxOFNwdi9sQT09\nMeeting ID: 884 6869 2145\nPasscode: 917135\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.  URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-04-25/ 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:20230425T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T130000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024548Z CREATED:20230302T194942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024548Z UID:10004532-1682424000-1682427600@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-04-25/ 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:20230425T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T133000 DTSTAMP:20260926T024549Z CREATED:20230303T221126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T024549Z UID:10004533-1682425800-1682429400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Leukemia and Lymphoma 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 Sara Richman\, LICSW\, Heather Roche\, RN BSN\, and Jessica Gelfarb\, MSW\, LICSW\n \n\n\nThis monthly support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Leukemia or Lymphoma. The group will incorporate education lectures coupled with emotional support.\n\n\nThis group is open to people of all ages (18+) who are at any stage of the disease process.\n\n\nIt is hosted by and offered in partnership with the GW Cancer Center. \n \n\n\n\n\nThe Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group meets monthly on the last Tuesday from 12:30-1:30pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Sessions:\n\n \nMarch 28\n \nApril 25\n \nMay 23\n \nJune 27\n\n\n\n\nAbout Sara Richman\, LICSW\n\nSara Richman\, LICSW is a licensed and certified oncology clinical social worker (OSW-C). She received her masters in social work (MSW) at Rutgers University in New Brunswick\, NJ. Prior to working at GW\, Sara was an oncology clinical social worker at MedStar Washington Hospital Center where she worked with all types of blood cancers and disorders. She is happy to be a co-facilitator of this group. \n\nAbout Heather Roche\, RN BSN\n\n\nHeather Roche\, RN BSN is an oncology nurse navigator at the GW Cancer Center. She received her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Rhode Island. Prior to working at GW\, Heather was an oncology nurse coordinator at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston where she worked with malignant hematology patients. She is happy to be a co-facilitator of this group.\nAbout Jessica Gelfarb\, MSW\, LICSW\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/leukemia-and-lymphoma-support-group-04-25/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/gw-cancer-center1-line-demi-2c-OL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T191500 DTSTAMP:20260926T030218Z CREATED:20230302T205538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030218Z UID:10004534-1682445600-1682450100@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-04-25/ 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:20230426T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030220Z CREATED:20230303T222104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030220Z UID:10004535-1682505000-1682510400@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\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.\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\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-04-26/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Painting-creativity-outside-the-lines.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T163000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030231Z CREATED:20230303T222327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030231Z UID:10004537-1682521200-1682526600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Mind Over Matter DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in joining this program\, please click the RSVP button above or email programs@smithcenter.org. \nPart 1/5. This program series is being offered virtually through Zoom.\nYou will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.\nwith Erin Price\, LICSW\, OSW-C\, Sara Field\, LICSW\, OSW-C and Kiersten Gallagher\nThis program is offered in partnership with Smith Center for Healing and the Arts\, the Ourisman Breast Center at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital\, and Life With Cancer.\n\nThis 5-session program uses evidence-based strategies to help decrease feelings of anxiety and depression and increase a sense of well-being.\n\n Each week\, new tools using cognitive and behavioral approaches and mind-body strategies will be introduced and practiced. Therefore\, weekly attendance is expected.\n\n\n\nMind Over Matter* will be offered as a program series Weekly on Wednesdays from April 26th – May 24th\, 2023\, from 3:00 – 4:30pm ET via Zoom. \n\n*Open to Cancer Patients/Survivors at any stage in their journey and Cancer Caregivers. Participants are encouraged to attend all 5 sessions to get the most out of the program. Before registering\, be sure that you can commit to attending at least 4 of the 5 sessions. \n\nThis program is offered in partnership with Smith Center for Healing and the Arts\, the Ourisman Breast Center at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital\, and Life With Cancer.\n\nProgram Dates:\n\n April 26\n May 3\, 10\, 17 & 24\n\n\n\n\nAbout Erin Price\, MSW\, 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 seven-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 Young Survival Coalition\, Critical Mass\, the Georgetown Breast Cancer Advocates\, National Breast Cancer Coalition\, and the DC Cancer Action Partnership.\nAbout Sara Field\, MSW\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n\n\nSara is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in DC and holds an Oncology Social Work certification. She earned her Masters Degree in Social Work at the Catholic University of America in DC and has worked in oncology for over 6 years. Sara currently serves as the Clinical Social Worker and Patient Experience Supervisor at the Ourisman Breast Center at MedStar Georgetown and previously worked  at the Lombardi Cancer Center and GW Cancer Center. Sara has a strong interest in the intersection of emotional and physical health and a particular passion for supporting parents with cancer and their kids. \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. Kiersten has also completed the Compassion Cultivation Training – CCT™ an 8-week program\, developed at Stanford University\, with insights and techniques from psychology\, neuroscience\, and contemplative practice. 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/mind-over-matter-04-26/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/NEW-MOM-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T163000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030231Z CREATED:20230303T194211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030231Z UID:10004536-1682521200-1682526600@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-04-26/ 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:20230426T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T183000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030246Z CREATED:20230303T223827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030246Z UID:10004538-1682530200-1682533800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Coffee House with Lungevity 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.\n*Please note that by registering\, you consent to have your information shared with LUNGevity. \nwith Kiersten Gallagher from Smith Center and Lauren Humphries from LUNGevity\n\n\nJoin LUNGevity Foundation and Smith Center for Healing and the Arts for a relaxing evening of stretching the mind and body at a Virtual Coffeehouse event on Wednesday\, April 26 from 5:30-6:30 PM ET. Participate in a guided meditation and some gentle stretching to relieve stress\, help balance your emotions\, and lift your mood. Then enjoy connecting with friends and meeting others in the lung cancer community over conversation.  \nThis virtual event will be held via Zoom. All are welcome. Registration is required. Please register by 5:00 PM ET on April 26. \n\n\n\n\nAbout Lauren Humphries\n\nAs Associate Director of Constituent Engagement\, Lauren is focused on building\, developing\, and deepening relationships with patients\, caregivers\, advocates\, and healthcare providers to create opportunities for meaningful engagement and strategic partnerships with the Foundation. Lauren joined LUNGevity full-time in September 2014. She has over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit\, higher education\, and publishing industries. \nLauren earned a Master’s of Science in Communications Management from Towson University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Communications from Stevenson University. She is driven by making meaningful connections in the lung cancer community and helping others find ways to make a difference. She firmly believes that together\, we can have the greatest impact to change outcomes for people living with lung cancer. \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 SmithCenter 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. Kiersten has also completed the Compassion Cultivation Training – CCT™ an 8-week program\, developed at Stanford University\, with insights and techniques from psychology\, neuroscience\, and contemplative practice. 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.\n\n\n\nAbout LUNGevity\n\n\nLUNGevity is changing outcomes for people with lung cancer through research\, education\, and support.\n\nThey are dedicated to funding scientific research because the link between research spending and improved survival is clear. Their strategic investment in both early detection and therapeutics will help people live better with lung cancer and dramatically improve on the current 19% five-year survival rate.\n\nLUNGevity initiatives position them as thought leaders in the lung cancer advocacy community\, providing programs and driving change for those with lung cancer today and in the future. While they fund primary research\, they also conduct patient-focused research to better understand the unmet needs of patients and convene multi-stakeholder meetings to streamline the research process and accelerate progress to patients.\n\nLUNGevity seeks to empower patients to be active decision makers in their treatment process through their extensive educational resources\, online peer-to-peer support\, and in-person survivorship programs.\n\nThey provide a community of empowerment\, support\, and hope as well as more than 80 grassroots awareness and fundraising events held from coast to coast each year. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/coffee-house-lungevity-04-26/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/LUNGevity_Foundation_Logo-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T183000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030247Z CREATED:20230303T232214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030247Z UID:10004539-1682532000-1682533800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:2Unstoppable Total Strength with Paola (in English/Spanish) DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://2unstoppable.org/events/month/2023-04/ to register.\nIn Partnership with 2Unstoppable\n\n\n\n\nIn this class\, Paola will guide you through a series of exercises designed to help you increase the strength and endurance of your muscles\, as well as the strength of your bones with the use of weights\, resistance bands\, and your own body.\n\nEquipment needed: exercise mat\, resistance bands\, light weights like dumbbells\, bottles of water or food cans\, a pilates ball or a thrown pillow\, and a chair. Keep a bottle of water nearby to hydrate.\n\n\n\nEn esta clase Paola te guiará a través de una serie de ejercicios diseñados para ayudarte a aumentar la fuerza y resistencia de tus músculos\, así como la fortaleza de tus huesos con el uso de pesas\, bandas de resistencia y tu propio cuerpo.\n\nEquipo necesario: colchoneta de ejercicio\, bandas de resistencia\, pesas ligeras como mancuernas\, botellas de agua o latas de comida\, una pelota de pilates o un cojín y una silla. Mantenga una botella de agua cerca para mantenerse hidratada.\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-total-strength-with-paola-in-english-spanish-04-26/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Total-Strength-with-Paola-e1666121865404.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T190000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030256Z CREATED:20230303T222755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030256Z UID:10004540-1682532000-1682535600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ 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 Elizabeth Belanger\nIn Partnership with GW Cancer Center & Cancer Support Community\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis monthly support group is designed for adults diagnosed with cancer who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community. The group will be facilitated by culturally competent social workers\, who will provide a safe space to connect with others and explore your own unique experience with cancer.\n\n\n\nThe LGBTQ+ Cancer Support Group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday from 6:00-7:00pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Sessions:\n\n April 26\n May 24\n June 28\n\n\n\n\nAbout Elizabeth Belanger\n\n\n\n\nElizabeth Belanger is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) in Washington DC. Elizabeth received her BA in Psychology with minors in Women’s Studies and Sociology from Elon University and a Master’s in Social Work from Simmons University. Elizabeth strives to provide therapy that is client lead and trauma-informed. She is continuously seeking education on the latest techniques in culturally humble and trauma-informed therapy practices. Elizabeth currently works here in DC at Capitol Hill Consortium for Counseling and Consultation (CCCC) with young adults and adults\, with issues pertaining to anxiety\, depression\, chronic illness\, trauma\, LGBTQ\, and women’s issues. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtq-cancer-support-group-04-26/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/LGBTQ-Updated.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T200000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030735Z CREATED:20230303T195151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030735Z UID:10004581-1682535600-1682539200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Qigong 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 Kevin Mutschler\nin partnership with Tigerlily Foundation\n*Please note that by registering for this program\, you consent to have your name and email shared with Tigerlily Foundation. Tigerlily only collects this information for data purposes and it will not be shared with any other parties.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is an all levels introduction to the practice of Qigong. You will learn about the human energy system\, also known as the subtle body.\n \nIn the tradition of Qigong\, we will learn practices to shape and sculpt this system for our highest good in 3 ways:\n\n Purge or clear stagnant energy\n Tone or nourish energy to replenish our internal resources\n Regulate our energy system\n\nOur practice will include discussion and movement in addition to an energetic transmission and meditation.\n\n\n\nQigong will be hosted Bi-Monthly on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Dates:\n\n April 26\n May 10 & 24\n June 14 & 28\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kevin Mutschler\, L.AC.\n\n\nKevin is a board-certified acupuncturist (NCCAOM) and Qigong educator with over twenty-five years experience in healing arts practice\, research and education\, including work in medical anthropology\, somatic therapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine.\n\nKevin has special interests in working with patients living with chronic illness\, migraine\, MS and cancer. He is a Smith Center fellow in Integrative Cancer Care Navigation and is a member of the Society for Integrative Oncology. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/qigong-04-26/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Logo-Tigerlily-Horizontal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030746Z CREATED:20230302T201404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030746Z UID:10004582-1682600400-1682607600@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-04-27/ 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:20230427T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T191500 DTSTAMP:20260926T030750Z CREATED:20230303T224217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030750Z UID:10004583-1682616600-1682622900@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:CANCELED - Art Lab: Celebrating the Creative Spirit DESCRIPTION:THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELED. \nArt Lab: Celebrating the Creative Spirit\nwith artist & sculptor Liz Lescault\n\nPlaying with Watercolor\nIn April we will continue to play with watercolor using “wet on wet” techniques to create washes and spontaneous abstract effects. Our play and experimentation will provide inspiration for further exploration.  We will create paintings that emerge from the flowing forms and patterns we see.\n\nIn future Art Lab sessions\, we will play with a variety of media and genres including: doodling\, drawing\, collage\, assemblage\, and water color.\n\nArt Lab will be about making art as well as the different ways we experience art and how it affects us. We will explore both the process and the product of the art we create. We will integrate movement and playful sharing into our art making experience sharing insights\, joys and concerns.\n\nThese hands-on workshops are for both novices and experienced artists.  You are invited to come to one\, some or all of the workshops as the spirit moves you. All are welcome.\n\n\nSuggested Materials*:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*your favorite watercolor supplies may work just as well for this project. Below are some suggested supplies from Cheap Joes (my favorite place to purchase – prices are generally 40% off retail)\n\n\nSuggested Materials*:\n\n*your favorite watercolor supplies may work just as well for this project. Below are some suggested supplies from Cheap Joes (my favorite place to purchase – prices are generally 40% off retail)\n\n Arches Watercolor Pads (https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/19386/s/arches-watercolor-pad-140-lb-cold-pressed-9-x-12/) (quality watercolor paper is essential for the best wet on wet effects – Arches is high quality and affordable)\n Arches Watercolor Block\, cold pressed (https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/19657/s/arches-watercolor-block-140-lb-cold-pressed-9-x-12/) (not essential)\n Watercolor Paint (pocket box set)(https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/37046/s/van-gogh-watercolor-pocket-box-sets/)\n Watercolor Brush\, round size 8 (https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/40241/s/winsor-newton-professional-watercolor-synthetic-sable-brush-round-size-8/)\n Watercolor pencils https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/22039/s/royal-langnickel-watercolor-pencil-essentials-keep-n-carry-set/  or any brand you prefer (optional)\n Squeeze bottle https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/30675/s/jacquard-squeeze-bottles-with-tips/\n Colored pencils https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/27072/s/prismacolor-colored-pencil-sets/ or and brand you prefer\n A small plastic palette  https://www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/35235/s/laurin-s-multi-pan-palette/\n Assortment of fine tipped magic markers\n 3 small jars or containers for water 4-6 ounces is sufficient\n Paper towels\n\n(The idea is to have a variety of supplies you can play with but you don’t need them all.  Hopefully you have some of these supplies or equivalent supplies at home.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArt Lab will be offered monthly on Thursdays from 5:30 – 7:15pm ET.\n\nParticipants are encouraged to drop-in for any session – new themes and projects will be introduced each month.\n\nThis hands-on workshop series is for novices and experienced artists.\n\nUpcoming Dates: \n\n April 27 (canceled)\n May 25\n June 22\n\nSuggested Donation: $15\n\n\n\nAbout Liz Lescault\n\n\nLiz Lescault\, a visual artist and sculptor\, has practiced and taught art for over 40 years. Liz is also a Coordinator of the DC InterPlay Metro Region\, a certified InterPlay leader and a member of the DC InterPlay Board. She leads Open Gathering days for InterPlay DC and organizes and leads workshops regionally and nationally online and in person. Liz has been leading Art Lab both for Smith Center for the Healing Arts\, for the Phillips Collection and for InterPlay internationally.\n\nFormerly\, Liz\, was a hotline crisis counselor\, for various suicide prevention lifelines and The Trevor Project providing help for LGBTQ youth in crisis and the Prince Georges County Homeless Hotline.\n\nLiz has also led InterPlay for elders with chronic illness and cognitive disabilities at Iona Senior Center in Washington DC.\n\nLiz melds her art\, teaching\, guidance and personal philosophy with InterPlay wisdom\, tools and forms.\n\nB.S.\, Psychology\, Drew University\, Madison\, NJ\n\nM.Ed.\, University of Massachusetts at Amherst\, British Techniques of Open Education\n\nStudied watercolor at WICE\, an international educational and cultural association in Paris\, France\n\nhttps://www.lizlescault.com/home URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/art-lab-celebrating-the-creative-spirit-04-27/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Arts & Creativity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/liz-watercolor.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T203000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030758Z CREATED:20230303T224022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030758Z UID:10004584-1682622000-1682627400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:A Healing Circle – Support Group for Gay Men with Prostate 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 Kenneth Johnson\n\n\nWe are a group of gay men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer or who are recovering from treatment that offer support to each other. In a peer-led community\, we share our experiences and understanding to help one another best deal with our own personal situations. \n\n\n\n\nThe Healing Circle for Gay Men with Prostate Cancer meets Monthly on the 4th Thursday from 7:00pm – 8:30pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Dates: \n\n \n\n April 27\n May 25\n June 22\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenneth Johnson\n\n\nKenneth Johnson\, of Washington\, D.C.\, is a co-facilitator and founding member of the Healing Circle Supporting Gay Men with Prostate Cancer hosted at the Smith Center since October 2018. Kenneth was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2016 at the age of 50 and treated with surgery and radiation. Before volunteering with the support group\, Kenneth volunteered with many LGBTQ+ organizations and community non-profits in Atlanta\, GA. Now\, when not enjoying his book club’s latest selection or trying to keep his heart rate up at the gym\, Kenneth can be found enjoying time with his vibrant parents who will soon celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary. Kenneth is nearing the end of a 34-year career in federal service as an information technology analyst and looks forward to hitting the highways to visit family and friends around the country. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/a-healing-circle-support-group-for-gay-men-with-prostate-cancer-04-27/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/healing-circle-gay-men-prostate-cancer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T123000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030804Z CREATED:20230302T202455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030804Z UID:10004585-1682683200-1682685000@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\nin partnership with Tigerlily Foundation\n*Please note that by registering for this program\, you consent to have your name and email shared with Tigerlily Foundation. Tigerlily only collects this information for data purposes and it will not be shared with any other parties.\n\n\n\n\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-04-28/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Logo-Tigerlily-Horizontal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030816Z CREATED:20230302T190052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030816Z UID:10004586-1682758800-1682769600@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-04-29/ 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:20230429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T113000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030820Z CREATED:20230303T224456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030820Z UID:10004587-1682762400-1682767800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Writing Through the Seasons: Breathe In All That’s Blooming 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 Kathleen O’Toole\n \n\n\nWriting Through the Seasons\nBreathe in All That’s Blooming\nThere’s a reason that the ancient Celts celebrated Bealtaine (Beltane: May 1\, or Mayday) which falls halfway between the Spring Equinox and Summer Solstice. For us in the northern hemisphere\, the turn from late April to early May ushers in our weeks of greatest light. While we may be rejoicing in the light\, and all that’s green and blooming around us\, we may be weighed down by the violence in the world around us\, and the lasting effect of a worldwide pandemic\, including our own vulnerability\, or the fate of our planet in the face of climate change.\n\nIn this 90-minute session\, we’ll take stock of our own yearnings for hope and new life this time of year\, name the hues\, fragrances and shapes of all that is blooming and coming to life in the world around us. We’ll look at some poems & poetic practices that emphasize resilience and attention to small things: the increased activity of birds\, insects\, and other creatures that invite our hearts to sing.\n\nNo previous poetry writing experience required\, just an openness to playing with words. Bring an open heart\, and maybe a photo or sketch of something you’ve noticed this spring that gave you joy.\n\n\n\nKathleen O’Toole is a poet whose work with haiku and other short poetic forms is deeply rooted in attention to the natural world. These three workshops will guide participants through poetry forms and writing practices that invite us to explore the ways season changes bring special opportunities for healing and creativity. The ancient Celts celebrated cross-quarter days as moments of magic and openings to spirit and ritual; we’ll mark our own seasonal awareness. \n\nWriting Through the Seasons: The Healing Power of Nature will be offered as a program series\, spread over the seasons.\n\nSuggested Donation: $10/session\n\n\n\nAbout Kathleen O’Toole\n\n\nTakoma Park Poet Laureate Kathleen O’Toole is the author of 4 books of poetry (find her at https://kathleenotoolepoetry.com). She has taught writing at Johns Hopkins University and the Maryland Institute College of Art. As evident in her longer work\, she often seeks inspiration and consolation in nature. For more than thirty years she has been writing haiku as a spiritual practice of attention\, and to deepen her experience of the natural world. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/writing-through-the-seasons-04-29/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Arts & Creativity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/cherry-blossom-tree-1225186__340.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T120000 DTSTAMP:20260926T030827Z CREATED:20230302T190724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030827Z UID:10004588-1682762400-1682769600@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-04-29/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/IMPARATO-PIC-for-MARKETING-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501 DTSTAMP:20260926T030833Z CREATED:20230303T232839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T030833Z UID:10004589-1682812800-1682899199@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Companioning DESCRIPTION:Please email Olivia at programs@smithcenter.org for further information about the program.\nwith Carole O’Toole\n\nCancer often initiates an intense transformational process that can raise more questions than answers\, leading us to re-examine our beliefs and approach to life. We may feel called to explore opportunities for spiritual growth\, feeling a desire to connect with the sacred in a more conscious way and define more deeply life’s meaning in the face of cancer.\n\nRegardless of your personal beliefs or faith system\, working with a spiritual companion offers you an opportunity to reflect with another on what is going on for you spiritually\, and explore how to integrate your cancer experience with your personal beliefs.\n\nSpiritual Companions:\n\n \nProvide a safe\, trusting environment that invites stillness and reflection.\n\n \nSupport your spiritual growth and exploration\, your unique and personal journey.\n\n \nListen\, deeply and with compassion\, honoring your sacred story. This deep listening helps you to connect with your most authentic self and illuminate your unique spiritual path.\nSuggested Donation: $15\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Carole O’Toole\n\n\nSmith Center’s Spiritual Companion\, Carole O’Toole\, was called to companion others following her cancer experience that led her to explore how illness offers opportunities for spiritual growth. Since 2006 Carole has served in many roles at Smith Center\, including Director of Residential Retreats\, Director of the Institute of Integrative Oncology Navigation\, Director of Smith Center’s Integrative Navigation Training Program\, and as a member of and mentor for our integrative navigation team. Carole has completed her training in Spiritual Direction from The Haden Institute\, with a particular focus on grief and loss and the spiritual challenges of living with cancer.\n\nAs a Spiritual Companion\, Carole believes that what is truly transformative is compassionate presence.\n“Your soul already knows the way to wholeness and healing\, but often speaks to us in a small\, still voice. In our time together\, we create a nest for your soul to rest awhile\, allowing space for your sacred truth to be revealed.”\nCarole invites you to explore with her how to make meaning of your cancer experience and to look for where the holy is in your life. Currently\, limited space is available for new clients. Individual appointments are available via Zoom or by telephone and are free of charge.  URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/spiritual-companioning-04-30/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Sheila-Petruccelli.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230502 DTSTAMP:20260926T054003Z CREATED:20230404T215136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T054003Z UID:10005009-1682899200-1682985599@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Companioning DESCRIPTION:Please email Olivia at programs@smithcenter.org for further information about the program.\nwith Carole O’Toole\n\nCancer often initiates an intense transformational process that can raise more questions than answers\, leading us to re-examine our beliefs and approach to life. We may feel called to explore opportunities for spiritual growth\, feeling a desire to connect with the sacred in a more conscious way and define more deeply life’s meaning in the face of cancer.\n\nRegardless of your personal beliefs or faith system\, working with a spiritual companion offers you an opportunity to reflect with another on what is going on for you spiritually\, and explore how to integrate your cancer experience with your personal beliefs.\n\nSpiritual Companions:\n\n \nProvide a safe\, trusting environment that invites stillness and reflection.\n\n \nSupport your spiritual growth and exploration\, your unique and personal journey.\n\n \nListen\, deeply and with compassion\, honoring your sacred story. This deep listening helps you to connect with your most authentic self and illuminate your unique spiritual path.\nSuggested Donation: $15\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Carole O’Toole\n\n\nSmith Center’s Spiritual Companion\, Carole O’Toole\, was called to companion others following her cancer experience that led her to explore how illness offers opportunities for spiritual growth. Since 2006 Carole has served in many roles at Smith Center\, including Director of Residential Retreats\, Director of the Institute of Integrative Oncology Navigation\, Director of Smith Center’s Integrative Navigation Training Program\, and as a member of and mentor for our integrative navigation team. Carole has completed her training in Spiritual Direction from The Haden Institute\, with a particular focus on grief and loss and the spiritual challenges of living with cancer.\n\nAs a Spiritual Companion\, Carole believes that what is truly transformative is compassionate presence.\n“Your soul already knows the way to wholeness and healing\, but often speaks to us in a small\, still voice. In our time together\, we create a nest for your soul to rest awhile\, allowing space for your sacred truth to be revealed.”\nCarole invites you to explore with her how to make meaning of your cancer experience and to look for where the holy is in your life. Currently\, limited space is available for new clients. Individual appointments are available via Zoom or by telephone and are free of charge.  URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/spiritual-companioning-05-01/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Sheila-Petruccelli.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T130000 DTSTAMP:20260926T032102Z CREATED:20230330T225300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T032102Z UID:10004591-1682942400-1682946000@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Nutrition Club 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 Lauren Powell\, RDN\, LDN\, GW Cancer Center\n\n\nNutrition Club is a chance for patients\, survivors\, caregivers and providers to get together to discuss nutrition topics and learn more about how nutrition can play a role in cancer prevention\, treatment\, and survivorship. It is hosted and offered in partnership with GW Cancer Center.\n\n\n\nNutrition Club will be hosted Monthly on the 1st Monday from 12-1pm ET.\n\nUpcoming Dates:\n\n May 1\n June 5\n\n\n\n\nAbout Lauren Powell\, RDN\, LDN\n\n\nLauren Powell (RDN\, LDN) is a registered dietitian working in the DC area. She has served in many settings including food services\, long-term care\, rehab facilities\, post-surgical\, and intensive care units. While working at George Washington University Hospital she found her passion for Oncology Nutrition. She now works as the Dietitian for the GW Cancer Center helping to support the nutrition needs of those undergoing treatment and survivors.\nAbout 2Unstoppable\n\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/nutrition-club-05-01/ 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:20230501T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T193000 DTSTAMP:20260926T032122Z CREATED:20230330T225712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T032122Z UID:10004592-1682964000-1682969400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Caregiver 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 Julia Rowland\, Ph.D.\n\n\nThis cancer caregiver support group\, led by a licensed psychologist\, is designed to provide cancer caregivers with the opportunity to meet other caregivers\, learn about useful tools for self-care\, and explore ways to thrive in the caregiving role. \n\n\n\n\nJulia’s Caregiver Support Group meets Bi-Monthly on Mondays from 6:00 – 7:30pm.\n\nUpcoming Sessions:\n\n May 1 & 15\n June 5 & 26\n\nAbout Julia Rowland\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/caregiver-support-group-05-01/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States 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:20230501T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T193000 DTSTAMP:20260926T032102Z CREATED:20230330T225419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T032102Z UID:10004590-1682964000-1682969400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY: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.\nwith Jennifer Bires\, LICSW\, OSW-C\, and Lauren Broschak\, MSW\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n\n\n\nThis 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\nThe Cancer Support Group meets Bi-Monthly on Mondays from 6:00-7:30pm.\n\nUpcoming Sessions:\n\n May 1 & 15\n June 5 & 26\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jennifer Bires\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n\n\nJennifer Bires is a licensed clinical social worker\, who works with people affected by cancer. She received her Master’s in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis. Jennifer knows how distressing a cancer diagnosis can be for patients and their families. Her goal as an oncology social worker is to help patients and family members adjust to the emotional impact of a diagnosis.  Jennifer specializes in working with young adults\, caregivers and patients who have advanced disease. She strives to help patients and families maintain a high quality of life in the face of their illness.\n\nAbout Lauren Broschak\, MSW\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n\n\nLauren is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in DC and Virginia. She has both her Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Social Work\, and has been working in oncology for just over three years. She developed her passion for oncology in Michigan where she worked at Gilda’s Club Metro Detroit supporting those touched by cancer. Since moving to the Metro DC Area she has worked at the GW Cancer Center in Washington\, DC and is now an Oncology Clinical Therapist at Life with Cancer in Virginia. Lauren is particularly interested in providing support to the young adult community\, and has presented at the Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) national conference twice regarding young adults. Most recently\, she became the Co-Chair of the Adolescent and Young Adult Special Interest Group at AOSW. URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/cancer-support-group-05-01/ LOCATION:1632 U Street\, NW\, Washington\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/wheatfield.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T080000 DTSTAMP:20260926T032123Z CREATED:20230330T225917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T032123Z UID:10004593-1683012600-1683014400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:This program is hosted virtually via Zoom. No prior registration required.\nwith Susan Salek\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/88468692145?pwd=U1lhSHBpdXpXS0N3QzBxOFNwdi9sQT09\nMeeting ID: 884 6869 2145\nPasscode: 917135\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.  URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-05-02/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smithcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Community-icon.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR