Hope and Healing in September

Posted on August 19, 2011 by CCC

There is something for everyone at the Cancer Community Center in September. Take a look and then call or go on-line to register:

Plant Compounds and Culinary Nutrients – Their Role in Preventing & Suppressing Cancers
Join Dr. B. Joseph Semmes, cancer survivor and Director of Research at True North, Maine’s Center for Functional Medicine and the Healing Arts inFalmouth. Semmes will give a tour of the evidence-based landscape, including a treasure chest of information from the American Institute of Cancer Research and World Cancer Research Fund, the Natural Medicines Database, archives of leading cancer centers, exciting peer-reviewed oncology review articles and information from leading authors in naturopathic oncology. There will be ample time for discussion.
Tuesday, September 6^th, 6-7:30pm

CCC Movie Day:Brigadoon
Gene Kelly stumbles across the enchanted town of Brigadoon, which appears for only one day each century. In the course of this magical day, Kelly falls for Cyd Charisse and must decide whether to leave the real world behind and take up permanent residence in Brigadoon.
Wednesday, September 14^th, 10:30am-12:30pm

Writing Your Life with Judith Hanneman
What story in your life have you always wanted to share? We all have an experience we would like to pass on to friends and family. This three-part class will help you begin a draft; polish your writing skills with revision; create a final version narrative. Release the writer within. Discover your own unique author’s voice on paper. You will leave this class with your own story laminated to give as a gift or keep as a personal memory. Judith teaches writing and English literature at USM and is a published author.
Thursdays, September 15^th, 29^th & October 13^th, 2-3:30pm

Pop Up Cards with Sue Baker
Come join Sue for another cool and crafty pop up card workshop. If you have not made a pop up card before, you will be amazed at how simple and fun they are to make. All material will be provided. Class size is limited.
Wednesday, September 21^st, 10:30am-12:30pm

Fight Back Festival
Bike! Run! Walk! Dance! Feast! We have it all at this family friendly day-long event. Join us for Chris & Dave’s Not Dead Yet Bike Ride: 10 miles, 25 miles, or 50 miles. People rave about this course! Combat Cancer Walk & Run: 5K run, 10K run, 5K walk and 1 mile walk. BBQ and lobster bake to follow all events. Family & friends are welcome to join and tickets may be purchased separately. Learn more at http://FightBack.Kintera.org.
Saturday, September 24^th, 8:30 am – 2 pm

When Someone You Love Has Cancerwith Dawn Stratton, M.A.
This workshop is for spouses, partners, family members and friends of someone who has been diagnosed with cancer. When someone in our lives is facing a life crisis such as cancer, sometimes we just “don’t know what to say” to help. Join us at this workshop to learn how to better support others and feel better about being able to truly “help.” Facilitated by Dawn Stratton, licensed counselor and cancer survivor who provides counseling and coaching services to people affected by cancer.
Monday, September 26^th, 6-7:30pm

Spirit / Healing Dolls with Gloria Adams
A spirit/healing doll is a creation intended to be a focal point of an individual’s desire for healing. Gloria says that energy channels through the intent from which the doll is made. A special experience for those currently in or having recently completed treatment. A plain muslin doll will be supplied, along with other artistic mediums. Feel free to bring your own special herbs, stones, fabric scraps, jewelry, etc.
Wednesday, September 28^th, 10:30am-12:30pm

Beyond the Pocketwatch: Hypnosis and its Value in the Treatment of Cancer with Maggie Clement, C.H.
Hypnosis has been used for centuries and has been shown to be an effective complement in the treatment of cancer. Maggie will dispel the myths and explain teh basics of hypnosis in this 90 minute session. Empower yourself—see if meditation can help boost your immune system, manage pain, reduce stress, relieve nausea, and reduce fatigue. Your mind is more powerful than you think!
Wednesday, September 28^th, 6-7:30pm