Smith Center programs focus on the concept of healing at its broadest level: As an integrative process that encompasses the entire spectrum of our existence—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Healing evokes our potential for wholeness, making our perspectives larger and wiser. It helps us to find meaning and explores our most fulfilling ways of being, relating and creating in the world.
Most of Smith Center's programs are open to everyone and may be especially beneficial to people affected by stress, illness and loss, or anyone going through a challenging time. Some programs are specifically designed for people affected by cancer: patients, caregivers, and health care professionals.
Upcoming Programs
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24 Feb
Gallery Opening: What is your Tar Baby?
Mixed Media works by Charly Palmer
Artist Charly Palmer reinterprets the tale of "Brer Rabbit and the Tar Baby" to address contemporary issues of bigotry, racism, and stereotyping. Learn More and Register
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25 Feb
Knitting Circle: Words as Legacy—A Leaf of Knowledge
Honoring the life of Brendan Ogg
Knitters of all levels are invited to create panels for an upcoming gallery installation honoring the life of Brendan Ogg. Learn More and Register
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27 Feb
Riding the Dragon: Spring Stretches & Qigong
With Tracey Burde, MA, MAc, LAc
A therapeutic practice to align breath, movement, and awareness to restore balance and health. Learn More and Register
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03 Mar
Healthy Eating Shopping Tour
With Ebeth Johnson, CNFC & Healthy Eating Specialist at P Street Whole Foods Market
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06 Mar
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08 Mar
Charly Palmer's "What is your Tar Baby?" Artist's Talk
What is your Tar Baby?
Charly Palmer speaks about his experience working on his "What is your Tar Baby?" series. Learn More and Register
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10 Mar
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13 Mar
Immune Boosting Meals
With Ebeth Johnson, CNFC & Healthy Eating Specialist at P Street Whole Foods Market
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22 Mar
SoulCollage Studios: Spring Returns
With Barbara Black
Design unique collage cards that tap into our intuitive wisdom using a process developed by Seena B. Frost. Learn More and Register
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24 Mar
Nourishing Food for People with Cancer
With Laura Pole and Ruth Fehr
A nutrition and cooking workshop for cancer patients, their family members, and friends who support them. Learn More and Register
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26 Mar
Reiki Self Care
Light Touch for Relaxation
With Marion WernerLight Touch for Relaxation Learn More and Register
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31 Mar
A Whole Day of Maskmaking
“I am large. I contain multitudes”* With Betty Foster, Barbara Black
“I am large. I contain multitudes”* With Betty Foster, Barbara Black Learn More and Register
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23 Jul
July Residential Cancer Retreat
Weeklong retreats help participants engage in richer, fuller lives by providing empowering tools and knowledge in a community of others facing a cancer diagnosis. Learn More and Register
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08 Oct
October Residential Cancer Retreat
Weeklong retreats help participants engage in richer, fuller lives by providing empowering tools and knowledge in a community of others facing a cancer diagnosis. Learn More and Register
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2012 is the Year of the Dragon – These movements promote flexibility in your body, mind and spirit. Come join us to renew and restore the dragon strength in you. Tracey Burde holds a master’s degree in acupuncture, certification in Chinese herbs and has trained in Medical Qigong. From 1993 to 2005, she served on the faculty of Tai Sophia Institute as an acupuncture instructor and clinical supervisor. A wife, mother, friend and spiritual seeker, her core belief is that together we can restore balance, health and reach our highest potential.
2012 is the Year of the Dragon – These movements promote flexibility in your body, mind and spirit. Come join us to renew and restore the dragon strength in you. Tracey Burde holds a master’s degree in acupuncture, certification in Chinese herbs and has trained in Medical Qigong. From 1993 to 2005, she served on the faculty of Tai Sophia Institute as an acupuncture instructor and clinical supervisor. A wife, mother, friend and spiritual seeker, her core belief is that together we can restore balance, health and reach our highest potential. |
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Evening Therapeutic Yoga classes are open to anyone interested in attending. They are specifically designed for adults facing stress or illness. Participants will learn various techniques to help reduce stress and balance mind, body and spirit. Each class is formatted to include gentle postures (asanas), progressive relaxation, breathing practices, and an introduction to meditation. Enjoy a greater sense of wellbeing and enhanced energy. All levels welcome.
We will create small
spirit figures to identify and celebrate a quality or virtue that we would like
to increase in our lives or that we would like to celebrate in our lives.
Qigong is a therapeutic practice to align breath, movement, and awareness to restore balance and health.