2018 SPRING PROGRAMS

FREE for people affected by cancer:

Gentle Yoga for Cancer Survivors Wednesdays, noon to 1:30 pm at the Y in Greenfield MA.

A program of Baystate Franklin’s Oncology Department with funding support from Wheeling for Healing. This weekly class includes breathing and centering exercises, gentle stretching, strengthening and balancing postures and ends with a guided deep relaxation. Adapted to all needs.

Winter session: January 10-March 28, 2018; Spring session: April 4-June 27, 2018.

To register or for more info: pamro@aol.com; 413.625.2402

Wonderful class! So enjoyable, healing and relaxing! ~ a participant

Spirit of the Written Word

FREE for people affected by cancer

We create a safe and comfortable setting where we can write and share our stories, our cancer journeys, our memories, our hopes and fears. Everything is confidential and voluntary as we follow our pens to find meaning and healing. I provide “prompts” – poems, phrases, stories, to get us going.

For survivors and support persons who want to explore the transformative power of writing in a workshop setting. No writing experience required.

It helped me to think more deeply about what had happened and also about my life now. I appreciated the opportunity to put my feelings down on paper, to share and to hear what others had to say. ~ a participant

In Greenfield MA: Thursdays, 6-8 pm, 10 weeks from March 15 – May 17 at Artspace. A program of Baystate Franklin Medical Center’s Oncology Department with funding support from Wheeling for Healing. Please pre-register at pamro@aol.com or 413.625.2402

At Cancer Connection, Northampton MA: Tuesdays, 2- 4 pm, March 13 – May 15. Please register through Cancer Connection 413 586.1642

 

ONGOING, SPIRIT OF THE WRITTEN WORD FOR THE GENERAL POPULATION. NEW AND EXPERIENCED WRITERS WELCOME!

In Shelburne Falls MA: Mondays 10:30 am to 1 pm.

$300 for 10 weeks. Contact pamro@aol.com or 413.625.2402 to register.

 

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2016 FALL PROGRAMS

FREE for people affected by cancer:

Gentle Yoga for Cancer Survivors Wednesdays, noon to 1:30 pm starting September 14, at the Y in Greenfield MA. A program of Baystate Franklin’s Oncology Department with funding support from Wheeling for Healing. This weekly class includes breathing and centering exercises, gentle stretching, strengthening and balancing postures and ends with a guided deep relaxation. Adapted to all needs.

To register or for more info: pamro@aol.com; 413.625.2402

Wonderful class! So enjoyable, healing and relaxing! ~ a participant

Spirit of the Written Word

FREE for people affected by cancer

We create a safe and comfortable setting where we can write and share our stories, our cancer journeys, our memories, our hopes and fears. Everything is confidential and voluntary as we follow our pens to find meaning and healing. I provide “prompts” – poems, phrases, stories, to get us going.

For survivors and support persons who want to explore the transformative power of writing in a workshop setting. No writing experience required.

It helped me to think more deeply about what had happened and also about my life now. I appreciated the opportunity to put my feelings down on paper, to share and to hear what others had to say. ~ a participant

In Greenfield MA: Thursdays, 6-8 pm, 10 weeks from September 29 – December 8 at Artspace. A program of Baystate Franklin Medical Center’s Oncology Department with funding support from Wheeling for Healing. Please pre-register at pamro@aol.com or 413.625.2402

At Cancer Connection, Northampton MA: Tuesdays, 2- 4 pm, starting October 4. Please register through Cancer Connection 413 586.1642

RETURNING THIS FALL , SPIRIT OF THE WRITTEN WORD FOR THE GENERAL POPULATION. NEW AND EXPERIENCED WRITERS WELCOME!

In Shelburne Falls MA: Mondays 10:30 am to 1 pm, September 25 – December 5 (does not meet Columbus Day Oct 10) at the Shelburne Falls Yoga Studio’s meeting room. Come to Kate’s yoga class on  Mondays from 8:30 to 10 am and stay for writing!

$300 for 10 weeks. Contact pamro@aol.com or 413.625.2402 to register.

 

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FALL 2015 PROGRAMS

Spirit of the Written Word

FREE for cancer survivors and their loved ones

~ Thursdays, October 1 – December 10, 6-8 pm (no class on Thanksgiving)

Artspace, Greenfield MA

A program of the Oncology Department at Baystate Franklin Medical Center with funding from Wheeling for Healing and support from Artspace. To register or for more information please CLICK HERE

~ Tuesdays, October 5- November 24, 2 – 4 pm

Cancer Connection, Northampton MA

A program of Cancer Connection with funding support from Rays of Hope. Please call Cancer Connection to register at 413.586.1642.

NEW! Spirit of the Written Word for the general population.

~ Mondays, October 1- December 7, 10:30 am to 1 pm (10 weeks)

Gathering Room at Shelburne Falls Yoga Studio, Shelburne Falls MA

There is a charge for this program. Early bird registration fee for the ten week program is $300 before September 21; afterwards it is $325. Pre-registration required or for more information please CLICK HERE

For more information about Spirit of the Written Word please visit www.spiritofthewrittenword.com

      

GENTLE YOGA FOR CANCER SURVIVORS

FREE for cancer survivors

~ Wednesdays, September 2- October 21; October 28 – December 16 (two 8-week sessions)

YMCA, Greenfield MA

A program of the Oncology Department of Baystate Franklin Medical Center with funding from Wheeling for Healing and support from the Y. To register or for more information please CLICK HERE

 

SUMMER 2015 PROGRAMS

Spirit of the Written Word and Gentle Yoga in Shelburne Falls

FREE

For cancer survivors and an accompanying loved one

 Saturday July 25, 2015  from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm

Shelburne Falls Yoga Studio, Shelburne Falls MA

 Promote your own healing and experience the therapeutic benefits of group writing and gentle adaptive yoga. No writing or yoga experience required.

Led by breast cancer survivor Pam Roberts, a published writer, artist and certified yoga teacher. An ordained energy healer, Pam has been leading workshops and classes for people affected by cancer and loss since 2003.

Please contact Pam for more info : pamro@aol.com or Cancer Connection to register 413.586.1642.

This is a program of Cancer Connection. www.cancer-connection.org

1 in 8:The Torso Project

FREE

For women affected by breast cancer (survivors may bring a female family member or friend)

 Saturday and Sunday August 22 and 23

10 am to 4 pm both days

Leverett Crafts and Arts Center, Leverett MA

 Join other women affected by breast cancer for a weekend of support and creativity. In a safe and comfortable environment we create plaster models of our torsos and express our strengths, fears and beauty as we deal with changed bodies. This workshop is healing and fun! There is time for writing and reflection.

No art experience required. Participants do not need to go topless for torso making but can wear swimming suits, tank tops, or bras for comfort.

Facilitators: Pam Roberts, breast cancer survivor and originator of 1 in 8: The Torso Project, the therapeutic hands- on art workshops, exhibits and book for women affected by breast cancer; www.torsoproject.org and Dale Schwarz. M.Ed.ATR, co-founding director of Center for Creative Consciousness and NE Art Therapy Institute. For over 30 years her work as a Registered Art Therapist. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Personal and Professional Coach and workshop leader has helped people bring forth their talents and creativity.

This is a program of Cancer Connection. www.cancer-connection.org. To register or for ore info call 413.586.1642 or contact Pam at pamro@aol.com.

 

 

SUMMER 2014 PROGRAMS

Spirit of the Written Word and Gentle Yoga Workshop

Saturday, August 2, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

Shelburne Falls Yoga Studio, Shelburne Falls MA

Free for anyone affected by any kind of cancer.

This is a time to enjoy gentle yoga and reflective writing in the company of others affected by cancer, in the beautiful yoga studio and gathering room across from the potholes in lovely Shelburne Falls. No experience is necessary; yoga mats and props provided, as well as light refreshments. Bring a bag lunch and stay afterwards to walk the famous Bridge of Flowers.

Sponsored by Oncology Department of Baystate Franklin Medical Center with funding support from Wheeling for Healing.

Led by Pam Roberts, breast cancer survivor, published writer and artist who is certified as a Kripalu yoga teacher and Yoga of the Heart Therapy for Cardiac and Cancer patients instructor.

Pre-registration required. Call 413.625.2402.