Social Activities
Our Social Activities offer you another way to spend time with other women who’ve also heard the words “You have cancer.”
Perhaps you’re not interested in a support group but would still like to meet and interact with other women in a safe, comfortable environment. Maybe you’re looking for a way to “escape” for a little while, to focus your mind on a fun, relaxing or creative activity, with others who understand what this feels like. Our social gatherings have what you’re looking for.
Our goal is to provide a variety of options to meet your needs and to enhance your quality of life while living with cancer.
Some social activities meet monthly. Others meet at different intervals throughout the year. Please view this page often to check for new offerings. You can also visit our calendar.
All of our programs are free. Pre-registration is REQUIRED. Call us: 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290.
Book Club
WHEN: Thursday, June 26 2025 7-8 PM (NY Time)
WHERE: Zoom video conference
Open to Women nationwide, who have or have had a breast, ovarian or gynecological cancer diagnosis. Pre-registration is required. For information or to register, call Support Connection, 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290. Must register by 5 PM Wednesday, June 25.
At this session, we will discuss By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult.
Two women, centuries apart—one of whom is the real author of Shakespeare’s plays—are forced to hide behind another name to make their voice heard.
Discussion leader: Fran Contino. We are always looking for good book suggestions. Please send suggested titles to Lauri.Gruen@supportconnection.org
Creative Collage: A Healing Arts Workshop with Lauren Hollick
WHEN: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 4-6 PM (NY Time)
WHERE: Zoom video conference
Open to people living with breast, ovarian and gynecological cancers. Pre-registration is required. For information or to register, call Support Connection, 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290 call Support Connection, 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290. Must register by 5 PM Tuesday, June 3.
Relax, unwind, and enjoy yourself, in this virtual art workshop with teaching artist, Lauren Hollick.
This workshop encourages creative freedom, honoring each individual’s unique story and artistic eye. Through intuitive layout and image selection, we’ll explore how visual art can evoke memory, emotion, and reflection, all in a supportive, judgment-free space. No prior art experience is needed, just a willingness to express yourself and connect.
Bring any materials you feel drawn to: magazines, old photos, favorite words, or things that usually get thrown away, and let your creativity lead the way.
Materials: magazines, photos, scrap, different color and patterned papers, a paper to glue smaller cut paper pieces on, scissors, tape, glue stick or glue bottle
Optional materials: any drawing materials: markers, pencils, pens, crayons, pastels, etc.
Instructor: Lauren Hollick is a rising artist and art educator who is a lifelong Hudson Valley resident. A graduate of SUNY New Paltz, she currently has a studio in Dutchess County, NY. As an educator, Lauren accommodates persons from all walks of life to use artmaking as a powerful and expressive personal tool, teaching students how to engage mind, hands, and heart to share their personal experiences. Art tells a story.
