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is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community.
All programs and services are provided free of charge.
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Thanks to Sierra Nevada for providing the beer for our Oct. 10 Oktoberfest event! Click here to see photos from the event.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Nancy Solomon and Norm MacDonald
 "The Cancer Support Community is valuable to people dealing with cancer, and I've been there. Whatever we can do to make it easier for people going through it right now, that's what we want to do."
~Nancy Solomon It was May 31, 2013. The day before the annual Cancer Survivors Picnic at the Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara. In less than 24 hours, hundreds of people would be coming for an afternoon of barbecue, music, and dancing. There was just one problem - and it was a problem that threatened to ruin the entire event. The one toilet in the men's restroom was broken, and if the staff couldn't fix it, they would have to cancel the picnic. The folks at CscVvsb knew exactly who to call: Norm and Nancy. If superheroes were real, Norm and Nancy would be CscVvsb's own caped crusaders. They work together to help CscVvsb with all kinds of tasks, from replacing light bulbs to transporting items to storage...and, as it turns out, fixing toilets. Click here to read the full story.
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Open the Doors To Hope: VIP Style
 We are rolling out the red carpet with a new " VIP Experience" for the 23rd Annual Holiday Homes Tour! On Friday, December 5, VIP ticketholders will ride a luxury coach for a private tour of the Conejo Valley's most spectacularly decorated homes, including homes in Lake Sherwood, North Ranch and Agoura Hills. The VIP tour is followed by a formal reception at Triunfo Creek Vineyards with top-quality food, wine, and live entertainment. Only 100 VIP tickets will be sold, with all proceeds benefiting CscVvsb. Click here for details and ticket info.
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A Practical Guide to Gratitude
 We love this time of year, when thoughts turn to giving thanks and celebrating the company of family and friends.
Research shows that gratitude has many important benefits including immunity boosting and heart health - so why not turn giving thanks into a 365-day event?
Click here for a Practical Guide to Gratitude, including Do's and Don'ts, 9 Ways to Cultivate Gratitude, and links to more resources.
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A Message from Board Chair Lisa Allison
 Dear CscVvsb Community Member,
As we look toward year end; shorter days, holidays and cooler weather, we pause to remember what a wonderful year this has been for CscVvsb. Thanks to our generous donors, tireless volunteers and staff, CscVvsb is on track to provide education, emotional support and hope to more than 3,000 people this year. During the year, we have also had fun at our successful fundraising events including our annual Celebration of Hope Gala, Cupcakes for Cancer, and Revlon Run Walk. I invite and encourage you to participate in our next major event, the 23rd annual Holiday Homes Tour on December 6th and 7th. Experience the joy of the holiday season while touring some of the most beautiful homes in our community and supporting CscVvsb. Each year, we must raise at least $1 million dollars to sustain and expand our programs that help those fighting cancer and their families. All of our services and programs are FREE of charge to our participants thanks to the many corporations, foundations and individuals who generously support our mission to ensure that no one faces cancer alone. Each of us likely knows and cares for one or more people who are or have been affected by cancer. We have witnessed the fear, isolation and grief that accompany a cancer diagnosis. We have also witnessed the profound impact of HOPE, a core belief of CscVvsb. If you have not already done so, I encourage you to explore our website at www.cancersupportVVSB.org. It provides a wealth of information that centers on our local community and how you can become a champion that assists in enriching the lives of so many of our family, friends and neighbors. My HOPE is that you will give as generously as possible in the remaining months of 2014 and beyond. Each of the board members, including myself, has made a personal commitment to CscVvsb financially as well as with our time. We are so excited about the difference this organization makes and we invite you to once again join us in making a difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer. We appreciate your support.
Wishing you good health and HOPE,
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Treats and Sweets for HOPE
Kick off the holiday season with these fundraising events benefiting CscVvsb!
Thursday, Nov. 6, 5-9pm
Friday, Nov. 7, 10am-6pm
St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church, 5801 Kanan Road, Westlake Village
Forty vendors will be present featuring unique gifts, jewelry, clothing and home goods. CscVvsb has been chosen as one of three beneficiaries of this event! Nov. 6 VIP Shopping Night is $30; Nov. 7 is free. Click here for details and VIP Shopping Night tickets. Nothing Bundt Cakes Bundtlet Giveaway
 Friday, Nov. 14 & Saturday,
Nov. 15, 9am-6pm ONLY!Nothing Bundt Cakes, 1610 Thousand Oaks Blvd Ste D, Thousand Oaks (Near Subway, between Meagan Place and Erbes Road)
Make a donation to CscVvsb and receive a FREE Bundtlet cake - a $4.95 value!
(Thousand Oaks location only; limited to the first 500 visitors per day.)
7th Annual CscVvsb Gingerbread Event
 Sunday, Nov. 16, 11am-4pmThe Oaks Shopping Center, JCPenney Court
Amazing gingerbread houses, created by leading local chefs, will be on display and children will be able to make their own gingerbread craft ($5 suggested donation per child). Click here for details.
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Volunteer Opportunities at CscVvsb
 We would like to thank our volunteers for their generous contributions of time and talent. YOU are the reason we are able to carry out our mission! Click here to view current volunteer opportunities!
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