BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Smith Center for Healing and the Arts - ECPv6.18.2//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:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T235959 DTSTAMP:20260519T201606Z CREATED:20260519T201604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T201606Z UID:10001945-1779667200-1779753599@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Our office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/office-closed-8/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T080000 DTSTAMP:20260414T195953Z CREATED:20260414T195948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195953Z UID:10001216-1779780600-1779782400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.  \n\n\n\nWe will settle in for a few minutes\, then meditation (guided and silence) for 20 minutes and end with around the virtual circle with a few words of gratitude. \n\n\n\nNote: Because this is an online sit\, participants are encouraged to find space of relative quiet\, limiting the amount of interaction with others in the environment as much as possible. Participants may join by internet or via phone.  \n\n\n\nNo registration is required to join this program. Please join the meeting using the Zoom information below. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88468692145?pwd=U1lhSHBpdXpXS0N3QzBxOFNwdi9sQT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 884 6869 2145 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 917135 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Susan Salek\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lgbtqia-morning-meditation-6/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T163922Z CREATED:20260415T163918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T163922Z UID:10001238-1779793200-1779796800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group DESCRIPTION:This 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\n\n\nThis group is open to people of all ages (18+) who are at any stage of the disease process. \n\n\n\n\nThe Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group meets monthly on the 4th Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm ET. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Jessica Gelfarb\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Sara Richman\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/leukemia-and-lymphoma-support-group/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83942821577 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T184600Z CREATED:20260415T184554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T184600Z UID:10001252-1779796800-1779800400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Chair Yoga DESCRIPTION:When life gets hard or movement and meditation would be helpful\, come to yoga! Our chair yoga class offers a place to relax and let go mentally while stretching and exercising physically. We’ll start with a simple warm-up that you can do standing or seated\, then move through stretches and exercises for your whole body\, all with the support of your chair. We’ll finish with a deep calming relaxation. You’ll leave feeling balanced and ready to take on the rest of your day! \n\n\n\nAll levels welcome. \n\n\n\nChair Yoga class meets on a twice-monthly basis\, on the 2nd and 4th weeks of each month from 12:00 – 1:00pm ET on Zoom. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of classes\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Beth Lawrence\, RYT500\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/chair-yoga-2/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Yoga,Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89596265703 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T130000 DTSTAMP:20260512T173004Z CREATED:20260415T164130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T173004Z UID:10001239-1779796800-1779800400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Canceled - Parents with Cancer - A Place for Healing DESCRIPTION:Parents with Cancer – A Place for Healing is a peer-led virtual support group for parents who are newly diagnosed\, in active treatment or in survivorship experiencing challenges with their role as a parent during their cancer journey. As this is a peer led support group\, the co-facilitators can best support parents who have children from 0-18 years old. \n\n\n\nThis group is not about giving advice (although facilitators will share resources after group and encourage this type of sharing outside of group). Instead it is about sharing our stories (the heart ache that comes from parenting with cancer) without judgment and listening with love. There will also be periodic in-person playdates for parents\, partners and their kids in the DMV. \n\n\n\nWhat Members Are Saying:\n\n\n\n“Crucial resource for parents — an invaluable source of connection.” \n\n\n\n“I’m reaching out today to share with you how helpful yesterday’s program was for me. It was the first time I had joined a support group specifically for parents. That topic alone was worth attending and what really impressed me was the format. I found so much value in the way that we held space for each other\, listened\, and used silence as part of the process. I look forward to attending again. I am so grateful to the Smith Center for providing this resource.” \n\n\n\n“I have been attending this healing circle as much as I can and it has brought me so much comfort and peace– and truly a sense of belonging and healing.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Healing Circle Host \, \n Lauren Sauer\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Healing Circle Host \, \n Tracy Steffek\, MPA\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/parents-with-cancer-a-place-for-healing-2/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Healing Circles ORGANIZER;CN="Inova Life with Cancer":MAILTO:lifewithcancer@inova.org LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89384648753 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T192700Z CREATED:20260415T192655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T192700Z UID:10001258-1779894000-1779899400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Knitting on the Couch DESCRIPTION:Join us weekly to enjoy knitting in a safe and welcoming environment. Knitting can provide a respite from one’s immediate situation\, serve as a way to productively pass the time\, and have a positive effect on reducing stress symptoms. \n\n\n\nKnitting is: \n\n\n\n\nrelatively easy to learn\,\n\n\n\nrequires no artistic talent or prior experience\,\n\n\n\nportable\,\n\n\n\nand results in a useful product.\n\n\n\n\nSometimes referred to as the “new yoga” — plain and simple — knitting is good for you. \n\n\n\nTrained volunteers will provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness\, comfort\, and community. Beginner and experienced knitters are welcome. Starter kits are available\, as is a small selection of yarn and knitting supplies. \n\n\n\nOur Knitting Circle meets Weekly on Wednesdays from 3:00 – 4:30pm ET. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Creativity Program Facilitator \, \n Ilene Gast\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/knitting-on-the-couch-5/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Creativity,Visual Arts LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82965385575 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T180000 DTSTAMP:20260415T202231Z CREATED:20260415T201947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T202231Z UID:10001262-1779901200-1779904800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Mindful Musings DESCRIPTION:This class offers an inviting approach to mindfulness practice by blending meditation with the reflective power of journaling. Each session includes gentle breathwork and a guided meditation designed to help participants center their thoughts and relax theirbodies. \n\n\n\nAfter the meditation\, participants are given dedicated time for a guided journaling exercise. This practice encourages mindful processing of the insights\, emotions\, and experiences that arise during meditation. The combination of quiet introspection\, expressive writing\, and optional group discussion creates a meaningful opportunity to foster connection and build community. \n\n\n\nOpen to all experience levels\, the class provides a supportive\, non-judgmental space for exploration. Participants will leave with practical tools for bringing mindfulness and self-reflection into their daily lives. \n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\nYou have two options to join: \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Sign up for a specific class date that works for you\n\n\n\nMonthly Passes – Enroll for a full month of sessions\n\n\n\n\nChoose what fits your schedule best — join us for one session or commit to the full experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Movement and Meditation Facilitator \, \n Phebe Duff\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/mindful-musings-12/ CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Movement and Mediation LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84524449424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T190000 DTSTAMP:20260512T204437Z CREATED:20260415T164507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T204437Z UID:10001240-1779904800-1779908400@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Canceled - Loss of a Parent to Cancer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The 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\n\n\nThis support group provides a monthly opportunity to join a group of people who may understand. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Andrea Levine\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/loss-of-a-parent-to-cancer-support-group/ CATEGORIES:Support Groups,Grief Support LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89843016733 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T210252Z CREATED:20260414T210248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T210252Z UID:10001233-1779961500-1779967800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:In-Person Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – 45 minutes of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being. \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras. \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\nWe offer 2 in-person Energy Balancing appointments weekly. Registration is first-come-first-served.  \n\n\n\nPlease specify which of the two time slots you prefer (see below). To reserve an appointment\, please email Olivia at olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\nTime slot #1: 9:45-10:30am ET\n\n\n\nTime slot #2: 10:45-11:30am ET\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/in-person-energy-balancing-2/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T164732Z CREATED:20260415T164725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T164732Z UID:10001241-1779966000-1779969600@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Lung Cancer Support Group DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group is open to adults with lung cancer\, survivors\, and caregivers. Facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker\, the group will offer emotional support and educational talks. \n\n\n\nThe Lung Cancer Support Group meets Monthly on the 4th Thursday from 11:00am-12:00pm ET on Zoom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Group Facilitator \, \n Jessica Gelfarb\, LICSW\, OSW-C\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/lung-cancer-support-group/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Support Groups LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83128541650 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T145000 DTSTAMP:20260414T202828Z CREATED:20260414T202825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T202828Z UID:10001223-1779973200-1779979800@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:Energy Balancing DESCRIPTION:Our Energy Balancing Program addresses the subtle energies of our body. When these energies are out of balance\, all our body systems can become askew. One key to bringing us back into balance is deep relaxation. This is just what our volunteers provide – a half-hour of stress reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance our well-being.  \n\n\n\nMost likely you are familiar with many of the body’s systems such as the respiratory system\, the digestive system\, the endocrine system\, the skeletal system and so on. But are you aware that we also have subtle energy systems\, systems that cannot be seen\, cannot be measured\, cannot be felt. Perhaps you know of some; the most familiar are the aura (also known as the biofield)\, the meridians\, the chakras.  \n\n\n\nThese subtle energy systems were very familiar to the ancients. They used them regularly to bring the body into energetic balance. When the body’s energies are in balance\, we function at a higher vibration and are more relaxed\, more joyful\, more centered and able to enjoy life more productively. Many of the age-old techniques are now being used to bring calm to the body and to optimize one’s well-being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnergy Balancing is offered Weekly on Thursdays in 1/2 hour appointments. \n\n\n\nBy appointment only.  \n\n\n\nTime slots: \n\n\n\n\n1:00-1:30pm\n\n\n\n2:20-2:50pm\n\n\n\n\nThe Energy Balancing team continues to offer distance sessions. If you wish to receive\, please email olivia@smithcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Sylvia Sturm\, EEM-CLP\, RM/T\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Anne Molofsky\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Margaret Haggerty\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Facilitator \, \n Pat Spellman\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/energy-balancing-6/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Movement and Mediation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T203000 DTSTAMP:20260415T170602Z CREATED:20260415T170557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T170602Z UID:10001242-1779994800-1780000200@smithcenter.org SUMMARY:A Healing Circle – Support Group for Gay Men with Prostate Cancer DESCRIPTION:We 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\nThe Healing Circle for Gay Men with Prostate Cancer meets Monthly on the 4th Thursday from 7:00pm – 8:30pm ET. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Healing Circle Host \, \n Kenneth Johnson\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer URL:https://smithcenter.org/program/a-healing-circle-support-group-for-gay-men-with-prostate-cancer/ CATEGORIES:Cancer Support,Healing Circles LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84868437263 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR