Events

audienceThe following are events that may be of interest to patients and cancer survivors and caregivers in Pacific Northwest.

Hutchinson Center-Sponsored Events

2008 Lecture Series
Fourth Wednesday of March, June, September and December
6:45 p.m. refreshments
7-8:30 p.m. lecture, including time for questions
Monthly educational lectures on cancer survivorship issues.
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Exercise and Thrive
Twice a week at YMCA of Seattle
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One-time Events

Free Camp: Camp Goodtimes West for pediatric cancer patients, survivors and their siblings, ages 7 to 17
June 22-28; July 27-Aug. 2, 2008
American Cancer Society, 2120 1st Ave. N., Seattle, WA
Sign up required to attend: (800) ACS-2345
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Free Lecture: Culturally Competent Care for LGBT Populations
Thursday, June 26, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway, Seattle, WA
Sign up required to attend: (206) 709-1400
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Free Discussion: Talk with the Washington Insurance Commissioner's Office
Thursday, July 10, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Gilda's Club Seattle, 1400 Broadway, Seattle, WA
Sign up required to attend: (206) 709-1400
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Free Kayak Trip: Camp Goodtimes Adventure Kayak Trip for teens and young adults between the ages of 16 and 25 who have experienced a cancer diagnosis
July 13-18, 2008
American Cancer Society, 2120 1st Ave. N., Seattle, WA
Sign up required to attend: (800) ACS-2345
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» Criteria for the Kayak trip

Recurring Meetings/Activities

Camp Discovery — Summer 2008
Through a series of small, multi-day, cost free, summer camps, Camp Discovery offers a personalized program of fun, educational and adventurous outdoor experiences aimed at restoring physical and emotional strength, while nurturing friendships and family bonds.

  • Salmon River Rafting Camp
    August 7 to August 11
    Ages 13-18, accompanied by a parent, 24 total participants
  • Ride 'n' Float Mountain Camp
    August 17 to August 21
    Ages 8-12, accompanied by a parent, 24 total participants
  • Wilderness Rafting Camp
    September 2 to September 6
    Ages 19 and up, 12-15 total participants

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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Telephone Support Group
Here's a chance to connect with other non-Hodgkin patients to share your questions, concerns, hopes & strategies for managing the cancer journey.
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Cascade Bike Club
Get active and have fun on a bike ride with CC Riders, a Cascade Bicycle Club group that pedals mostly flat 20-30 mile rides once a month. CC stands for Cancer Changed, and is a welcoming group of survivors and supporters.
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Monthly Support Group for Spouses & Significant others of men diagnosed with Prostate, Testicular, or Bladder Cancer
Group Leader: Sylvie Aubin, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist
Group meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 1-2:00 p.m.
3rd floor of the SCCA, Room G3-100
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Wanted: Cowboys and Cowgirls
Imus Ranch, Ribera, New Mexico
For kids ages 11 to 16 who have received treatment for childhood cancer or have a blood disease
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