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October 2009
In this issue
  • Preview our Holiday Homes & Save on Tickets!
  • Have You Seen Our New Calendar?
  • Shop for Hope in October
  • Paint Your Way to Wellness
  • CR Magazine: People & Progress in Cancer
  • Dole Nutrition News
  • Give Hope & Stay Connected
  • Total Estimated Reading Time: 2.5 minutes


    Preview our Holiday Homes & Save on Tickets!
    HHT

    Now in its 18th year, the Holiday Homes Tour is the perfect way to kick off the holidays! Gather your friends and family, marvel at the exquisite decor, enjoy the festive entertainment, and feel good about helping cancer patients and their families.

    Get your tickets early and save! Click here to reserve tickets at the $25 presale price until Oct. 31.

    Want a sneak peak at the four amazing Conejo Valley homes awaiting you? Click here to view photos on our website!

    You can be part of the team! We are seeking volunteers to help out as ticket-takers and in-house docents on both tour days. If you are interested, please contact Marilyn Way, Volunteer Coordinator, at 805.379.4777, or fill out an online form.

    Have You Seen Our New Calendar?
    calendar of events

    Our Calendar page is your one-stop shop for all upcoming events at all our locations! Click here to see what's coming up and reserve your spot today by calling 805.379.4777 or via email.

    Here are just two of our many upcoming educational workshops:



    Christian Perspectives on Coping with Cancer with Steven Day
    Thursday, October 15, 6:30-8:30pm

    Back by popular demand, Steven Day will speak on how to cope with daily realities and uncertainties of living with cancer and finding meaning and hope in the journey from a Christ-centered, biblically-based perspective. Steven has been the Shepherding Pastor at Calvary since 2001. Click here for details.

    "Chemo Brain" with Lorne Label, MD
    Thursday, October 22, 6:30-8:30pm

    Dr. Label will review the causes and manifestations of "chemo brain" symptoms, current medical research, risk factors, and treatment strategies. Dr. Label is a Clinical Professor of Neurology at UCLA and on staff at the UCLA Neurology Clinic and Los Robles Regional Medical Center. His private practice, California Neurological Specialists, is located in Thousand Oaks. Click here to visit the website of Dr. Label's private practice.

    Shop for Hope in October
    Shop for Hope!

    In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, several local businesses are donating a portion of their proceeds to The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura! Take advantage of these opportunities to shop for a great cause in October.

    PACIFIC BREEZE SALON CUT-A-THON
    Saturday, October 24, 9am-3pm
    Pacific Breeze Salon, 584 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T.O.
    Salon owner Melodi Calderwood, a breast cancer survivor, and her experienced team of stylists are ready to give you the style you want, with proceeds going to TWC V/V. Call 805.778.1144 for more information. Men's and Women's cuts are $25, Children's cuts are just $15, and there will be raffle prizes, gift certificates, and more! Click here to visit Pacific Breeze Salon's website.

    BRIGHTON POWER OF PINK
    Brighton Collectibles at The Lakes, 2200 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Westlake Village, will donate $10 for every Power of Pink bracelet or badge clip purchased through October 31.



    FLOORING 101
    Flooring 101 will make a donation when you purchase Stainmaster carpet through October 31. For locations visit www.floors101.com.

    Paint Your Way to Wellness
    Watercolor Painting

    Free Watercolor Classes
    With Instructor Millie Kornfeld

    Every Tuesday, 10am - 12pm
    The Wellness Community Chatsworth Satellite
    Located at the Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation
    9410 Owensmouth Ave, Chatsworth

    We invite people with cancer, cancer survivors, and family members to explore the world of watercolor in a friendly and supportive environment. This FREE weekly class will take place at our new space at the Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation in Chatsworth.

    No experience (or talent) necessary! Please RSVP at 805.379.4777 or via email so we can be sure to provide enough supplies.

    CR Magazine: People & Progress in Cancer
    CR Magazine

    CR is the award-winning magazine published by the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), the world's oldest and largest professional organization devoted to cancer research.

    You can subscribe online to receive the magazine at home, or visit their website for free online resources including a six-part podcast series created in collaboration with The Wellness Community, called Surviving & Thriving: Life With Cancer

    Dole Nutrition News

    Dole Nutrition News is a free e-newsletter with educational articles about the latest news regarding what we eat, plus "superfood" recipes, and more.

    Click here to view the latest issue and subscribe to the newsletter.

    Give Hope & Stay Connected
    Kids Circle makes a difference in the lives of children affected by cancer.

    Give hope to a child affected by cancer! Text COMMUNITY to 90999 to donate $5. Full terms and conditions at www.mgive.com/a.

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