No one should face cancer alone.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00 A.M. – 8:30 P.M.Friday: 9:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

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This Month At A Glance

GILDA’S CLUB NEW YORK CITY Program Calendar September 2017

NYS Department of HealthTo receive the monthly calendar by email, go to calendar@gildasclubnyc.org and provide us with your email address.

Thank you to our sponsors for their generosity and support of our program:

A Celebration of Our Members

Friday, September, 15, 20175:30-7:30pm

GCNYC recognizes that every member who is living with a cancerdiagnosis, post treatment, caregiving or grieving has a vital role in building and creating our unique community. Join with other members and celebrate the significance of your cancer journey.

A panel of members will share their inspirational experiences. Please invite your family and friends to join us in this special

celebration!

SPECIAL EVENTSShining The Light On

Myeloproliferative NeoplasmsThursday, September 28

5:30– 8pm

Emily Buchholtz, RD, CDN will discuss strategies for eating well during treatment as well as strategies for coping with medication side effects and food safety in the MPN population.

Sandy Allen-Bard, NPc, MSN, ANCC, AOCNP will address the complications, symptom burden, and natural history of MPN. This presentation will also review general therapeutic treatment, hematopoietic stem cell transplant and experimental options.

-Dinner will be served prior to the presentation.

The Post-Treatment Group Presents: Un/Lucky Cancer

Thursday, September 1411am– 1pm

Un/Lucky Cancer is the inspiring story of singer-songwriter Noa Bentor’s dealing with cancer through her art and for her art. She unfolds the simultaneous processes of treating her body and nourishing her soul. Noa raises many questions about fear, pain, art and love. Throughout the event, Noa will performs songs from her latest album, Love & Darkness

-Light refreshments will be provided.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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3:30-5pm6-7:30pm

6-7:30pm

6-8pm

OrigamiImproving Your Mood Through HypnosisLiving with Advanced or Metastatic Cancer GroupPost-Treatment Group

Knitting CircleYoga

11am-1pm6-7:30pm

Gentle YogaWellness GroupYoga DanceAikido

11am-12:30pm2-3:30pm3-4:30pm6:30-8pm

11am-1pm1-2:30pm3-4:30pm

6-7:30pm

6-7:30pm

Knitting CircleLiving with Loss GroupImagine Peace, Practice Peace: Meditation as the Still PointLiving with Gynecological Cancer GroupYoga

11am-1pm

4-5pm

5-6pm6-7pm6-7:30pm6-7:30pm

6:30-8pm

Post-Treatment GroupSpecial Event: Un/Lucky CancerLetting Go Through Laughter YogaMovement MeditationBelly DancingCaregiver Support GroupYoung Adults Bereavement Group Art Projects

11am-12:30pm1-3pm3-4pm6-8pm

6-8pm

Gentle YogaStorytellingMovement MeditationLecture: Natural Remedies to Manage Side-Effects of TreatmentReiki

RESERVATION POLICYIf we do not have the minimum

number of reservations 48 hours prior to an activity, it will be

cancelled. If you decide to attend an activity at the last minute, please

call ahead to ensure availability. Reservations should be made to the

receptionist at 212-647-9700.

Reminder: If you have a cold or any contagious illness, we ask that you be considerate of fellow members whose immune systems may be compromised and visit the clubhouse when you feel better. Additionally, please be sensitive to individuals who have a heightened sense of smell due to treatment. Please avoid wearing cologne and perfume at Gilda’s Club New York City. Thank you.

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New! Crochet CircleYogaLiving with Loss Group

11am-1pm6-7:30pm6-8pm

6-7:30pm

6-7:30pm

6-8pm6-8pm

Letting Go Through Laughter YogaYoung Adults Living with Cancer GroupReikiThe Story You Tell Writing Workshop

3-4:30pm6-8pm7-8pm

Yoga DanceReikiNew! Collage Portrait Making

5:30-7:30pm A Celebration of Our Members

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2-3:30pm3:45-5pm4:30-6pm6-7:30pm

6-8pm6:30-7:30pm

Beginner CrochetMoving For LifeTeens ConnectLiving with Prostate Cancer GroupThe Inner JourneyOpen Level Yoga

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3:45-5pm4:30-6pm6-7pm6-7:30pm

Moving For LifeTeens ConnectZumbaStand Up Comedy

11am-1pm3-5pm6-7:30pm

Knitting CircleEasy Self-Hypnosis For LifeYoga

5-6pm5:30-8pm

6-8pm6-8pm

Movement MeditationSpecial Event: Shining The Light on Myeloproliferative NeoplasmsLiving with Blood Cancer GroupReiki

28Amigos Unidos Charla: La Armonía al AlcanceLecture: Overcoming Muscle WeaknessMoving For LifeTeens Connect

11am-1pm

1:30-3pm

3:45-5pm4:30-6pm

Noogie & Teen Family Fun Night: The Secret Life of Pets!

Gentle YogaMovement Meditation New! Chi Kung

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CLUBHOUSE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF

LABOR DAY

11am-12:30pm3-4pm6:30-7:30pm

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CLUBHOUSE CLOSES @ 1PM

5:30-8pm

GILDA’S CLUB NEW YORK CITY Lectures are open to non-members, all other activities require membership.

LecturesMonthly Groups

In order to participate in a support group, please call (212)-647-9700 for more information.

Wellness Groups: are weekly support groupsfor individuals diagnosed with cancer.

Family Groups: are weekly support groupsfor family members and friends who have beenimpacted by cancer.

Bereavement Groups: are weekly supportgroups for individuals who are grieving thedeath of a loved one to cancer.

Noogie Night & Teens Connect: aresupport groups for children and teens touchedby cancer.

Monday9 –10:30am Spanish Breast Cancer Group:Eastchester, Bronx4:30 – 6pm Teens Connect*6 – 8pm Bereavement Group*6:30 – 8:30pm Bereavement Group*

Tuesday10 – 11:30am Wellness Group: Bronx6 – 8pm Family & Friends Group*6 – 8pm Wellness Group *6 – 8pm Wellness Group *6 – 8pm Bereavement Group*6 – 8pm Noogie Night(Family & Friends)*

Wednesday10 – 11:30am Spanish Wellness Group: Uptown11:30am – 1pm Wellness Group:East Flatbush, Brooklyn1 – 3pm Wellness Group*6 – 8pm Family & Friends Group*6 – 8pm Wellness Group*6 – 8pm Wellness Group*6 – 8pm Noogie Night(Family & Friends)*

Thursday6 – 8pm Bereavement Group*6 – 8pm Noogie Night (Bereavement)*

*GCNYC CLUBHOUSE

Amigos Unidos lunes, 25 de septiembreCharla: La Armonía al Alcance 11am– 1pmFacilitadora: Fran Castellanos-Ross, LMSW

Caregiver Support GroupThursday, September 146 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Jenna North, LMSW

Living with Advanced or Metastatic CancerThursday, September 76– 7:30pmFacilitator: Roxanne Buskin, LMSW

Living with Blood CancerThursday, September 286 – 8pmFacilitator: Haydee Bulos, LMSW

Living with Gynecological CancerWednesday, September 136 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Awilda Torres, PhD, LMHC

Living with LossWednesday, September 131 – 2:30pmFacilitator: Christine Nolin, LCSW

Wednesday, September 206 – 8pmFacilitator: Diana Gradus, LCSW

Living with Prostate CancerMonday, September 116 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Ben Weinstock, LMSW

Post-TreatmentThursday, September 76 – 8pmFacilitator: Emily Riordan, LCSW

Thursday, September 14Special Event: Un/Lucky Cancer11am – 1pm Facilitator: Migdalia Torres, LCSW-R

Wellness GroupTuesday, September 122 – 3:30pmFacilitator: Haley Feldman, LMSW

Young Adult BereavementThursday, September 146 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Darren Arthur, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C

Young Adults Living with CancerThursday, September 216 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Darren Arthur, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C

Weekly Groups

September 2017

Natural Remedies to Manage Side Effects of TreatmentTuesday, September 19; 6-8pmSpeaker: Dr. Lauri Grossman, DC, CCH, RSHom(NA)

There are a growing number of holistic treatments that have demonstrated effectiveness in managing side effects of cancer treatment. These side effects may include nausea, fatigue, constipation, neuropathy and heartburn. Join Dr. Lauri Grossman as she discusses evidence-based information on diet and nutrition, supplements, and homeopathy and how they can assist with lessening treatment side effects.

La Armonía al Alcancelunes, 25 de septiembre; 11am-1pmFacilitadora: Fran Castellanos-Ross, LMSW, Estudiante y Practicante de JSJ

Los estudios muestran que las personas que usan estrategias eficaces para manejar el estrés tienen grados más bajos de depresión, ansiedad, y de síntomas relacionados con el cáncer y su tratamiento. La práctica del Jin Shin Jyutsu nos enseña como combinar la respiración y la aplicación de las manos en diferentes partes de nuestro cuerpo para armonizar las energías vitales. Esto puede aliviar tensiones, ayudar a contrarrestar algunas molestias cotidianas que producen estrés, y mejorar el manejo de emociones.

Overcoming Muscle WeaknessMonday, September 25; 1:30-3pmSpeaker: Dr. Martha Eddy, CMA, RSMT, EdD, Founding Director & Director of Programming and Research at Moving For Life

Cancer treatment takes a toll on the body, including the muscles. Please join Martha Eddy, Founding Director of Moving For Life to get the scoop on exercise, especially weight-training after treatment. Experience how the use of a simple therapeutic elastic band and exercise to music can improve your Body Mass Index - the ratio of muscle to fat, and brighten your day.

Body Movement Workshops

GILDA’S CLUB NEW YORK CITY Lectures are open to non-members, all other activities require membership.

Stress Reduction Workshops

Creative Expressions Workshops

Teen Program

Teens ConnectMonday, September 11, 18, 254:30 – 6pmFacilitator: Michele Halusic, LCSW-R

Movement MeditationTuesday, September 5, 193 – 4pmThursday, September 14, 285 – 6pmFacilitator: Hillary Helmling

Art ProjectsThursday, September 146:30 – 8pmFacilitator: Judy Tulin

Reiki Tuesday, September 19, 26Thursday, September 21, 286 – 8pmFacilitator: Jill Wachter & Friends

Gentle YogaTuesday, September 511am – 12:30pmFacilitator: Sabina MaschiTuesday, September 1211am – 12:30pmFacilitator: Livvie MannTuesday, September 1911am – 12:30pmFacilitator: Salvador MartinezMoving For Life Monday, September 11, 18, 253:45pm – 5pmFacilitator: Caroline King

Noogieland & Teen Program

Noogie & Teen Family Fun NightFriday, September 225:30pm – 8pmFacilitator: Michele Halusic, LCSW-R

Attention Noogies & Teens!This special event is open to the Noogies & Teens in our program and their families. The night will include pizza, popcorn, and a screening of The Secret Life of Pets! Please make a reservation to attend by calling the Clubhouse at 212-647-9700.

*All Noogies must be accompanied by an adult*

The Story You Tell Writing WorkshopThursday, September 216 – 8pmFacilitator: Hannah Risinger & Karishma Jobanputura

ZumbaMonday, September 186 – 7pmFacilitator: Evie Aronson

September 2017

Imagine Peace, Practice Peace: Meditation as the Still PointWednesday, September 133 – 4:30pmFacilitator: Konrad Ryushin Marchaj

Letting Go Through Laughter YogaThursday, September 144 – 5pmFacilitator: Francine ShoreThursday, September 21Facilitator: Lisa Berman6:30 – 7:30pm

Easy Self-Hypnosis For Life Wednesday, September 273– 5pmFacilitator: Scott Weiner

Belly DancingThursday, September 146 – 7pm Facilitator: Lauren Sher Budabin

AikidoTuesday, September 126:30 – 8pm Facilitator: Glen Matsuda

Stand-Up ComedyMonday, September 186– 7:30pmFacilitator: David LaBarca

OrigamiThursday, September 73:30– 5pmFacilitator: Emily Riordan, LCSW

Knitting CircleWednesday, September 6, 13, 2711am– 1pmFacilitator: Barbara Glassman

Improving Your Mood Through Hypnosis Thursday, September 76 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Alexander Ivlev

The Inner JourneyMonday, September 116– 8pmFacilitator: Deena Kolbert

Beginner CrochetMonday, September 112– 3:30pmFacilitator: Diana Sadtler

StorytellingTuesday, September 191 – 3pmFacilitator: Jessica Kaplan

New! Chi KungTuesday, September 56:30 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Johnathan Breshin

Chi Kung is a form of exercise which is characterized by deliberate movements, breathing methods and focused intention. Chi Kung can enhance our health throughmovements to allow our muscles and tendons to become more flexible, our breathing more refined and our mind and spirit more centered.

Yoga: Refresh & RevitalizeWednesdays in September6 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Diane Cimine, RYT

New! Crochet CircleWednesday, September 2011am – 1pmFacilitator: Jennifer Tichenor

Join fellow members who share a love for Crocheting. No experience required.

Yoga DanceTuesday, September 12, 263 – 4:30pmFacilitator: Steve Kerner

Yoga Dance is a playful dance class that incorporates yoga, aerobic and dance moves to music encompassing a wide range of genres and cultures.

New! Open Level YogaMonday, September 116:30 – 7:30pmFacilitator: Rachel Darivoff

New! Collage Portrait MakingTuesday, September 267 – 8pmFacilitator: School of Visual Arts, Art Therapy Department

Join the students from the School of Visual Arts to create your own portrait with collage materials. No previous art experience is necessary.