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Fighting Pretty Beauty and Bubbles
Oct
1
to Oct 7
Body, Breast Cancer Events, Cancer Care, Cancer Programs, Community Gatherings, Fighters, Mind, National Events, Nationwide, Survivors, Thrivers

Fighting Pretty Beauty and Bubbles

Beauty and Bubbles is more than just a free pampering. It's an event of connection and beauty!

Together with partners at salons and spas around the country, Fighting Pretty is proud to partner with salons & spas all over the country to offer a variety of services to help you feel strong and beautiful.

Plus, with a generous donation from Sutter Home Family Vineyard, you can treat yourself to some bubbles while getting your toes painted, your hair blown out, or your face refreshed while connecting with other women Fighting Pretty! See locations around the USA generously participating during the week of October 1-7, 2023.

Sign up to reserve a FREE beauty treatment* in your area!

*Different beauty treatments are offered at each location. Choose the location near you, register with Fighting Pretty and be sure call to make an appointment! If you do not call to make your own appointment, it will not be confirmed.

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Twist Out Cancer meetup at Gallagher Way
Sep
28
4:00 PM16:00
Breast Cancer Events, Cancer Programs, Chicagoland, Events, Young Adults, Community Gatherings, Family Friendly

Twist Out Cancer meetup at Gallagher Way

Meet Up at Gallagher Way - FREE TO ATTEND

Where: Gallagher Way – next to Wrigley field on Clark Street

When: September 28th, 2023 4:00-8:00pm

Who: Family friendly event! All ages welcome!

Join Twist Out Cancer and BWC Alum, Noah Plotkin & his band, Bowmanville, for a meet up at Gallagher Way on September 28th! Dance & socialize with the members of the TOC Chicago community as you enjoy the French Market!

Hailing from Chicago, Bowmanville strives to bring the hip sensibilities of Hot Club Jazz from 1930s Paris mingled with the influences born of Chicago’s global crossroads to a wider audience. Led by violinist Ethan Adelsman, with Graham Nelson on harmonica/vocals, Noah Plotkin on drums, Oliver Horton on bass, and Mason Jiller on guitar, the group draws inspiration from diverse musical backgrounds to push the boundaries of their craft, thrilling audiences nationally. Creating a simmering synergy of vibrant bouncing sound that crackles with electric energy, Bowmanville leaves listeners always hungry for more.

This is a wonderful opportunity to hear live music and enjoy the out door French Market! We look forward to seeing you there & we’d love for you to bring a friend. Share this event with your friends.

Email jacqueline@twistoutcancer.org to let us know you will be coming!

More information here: 

http://bowmanvilleswing.com/

https://www.gallagherway.com/events/french-market-2023/2023-09-28

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Jenna Benn Shersher Speaks at North Shore Congregation Israel
Sep
22
6:00 PM18:00
Cancer Programs, Chicagoland, Community Gatherings, Education, Events, Family Friendly

Jenna Benn Shersher Speaks at North Shore Congregation Israel

September 22
North Shore Congregation Israel
6:15 - 7:30 p.m. CST
Free

See Twist Out Cancer Founder and CEO Jenna Benn Shersher speak on celebrating life's blessings.

Jenna Benn Shersher, cancer survivor and civil rights advocate, creator and CEO of Twist Out Cancer, an international non-profit that has connected artists and people impacted by cancer that has touched over 246,000 people around the world, will speak on choosing life and blessing on this Shabbat between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Jenna grew up at NSCI and is an inspiring leader and speaker.

Jenna is a 41-year-old cancer survivor who, in the course of her journey, figured out creative ways to leverage social media to process her experience and create community. Jenna founded the nonprofit organization Twist Out Cancer, which provides psychosocial support to individuals touched by cancer through creative arts programming. Over the last 11 years, Twist Out Cancer has impacted over 246,000 people through their programs and online platforms. Jenna grew up here at NSCI and cherishes her roots and her family’s meaningful involvement in our community.

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Autumn Equinox Forest Bathing with Surviving Breast Cancer
Sep
19
5:00 PM17:00
Breast Cancer Events, Cancer Care, Cancer Programs, Community Gatherings, Virtual Yoga, Virtual Cancer Events

Autumn Equinox Forest Bathing with Surviving Breast Cancer

Autumn Equinox Forest Bathing 

Sep 19, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

Virtual Event

Join this Autumn Forest Bathing class and experience a deeper connection with nature, reduce stress, improve mental well-being, and increase feelings of calm and relaxation. Awaken your senses and delight in the connection of your surroundings.

Class Description:

Please join us for a virtual forest bathing walk. During this one-hour session, you will be guided through gentle mindful movement, a sensory awakening meditation, and invitations to connect with nature.

You are welcome to participate indoors or outdoors. Please bring tea in a thermos, along with a cup, if you would like to participate.

Short bio:

Regan Stacey is an artist and advocates for the Earth. A two-time breast cancer survivor, her journey with the forest, through a late stage 3 diagnosis, inspired her to reconnect humans to nature for the betterment of themselves, their communities, and the planet. As a mindfulness meditation teacher, forest therapy guide, and yoga teacher, she believes we can all awaken the forest within.

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