Connect Thru Cancer

Cancer Connect - Fall Hayride and Pizza Party at Linvilla Orchards
2023-10-21 10:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Linvilla Orchards, 137 West Knowlton Road, Media, PA
Connect Thru Cancer is celebrating autumn in October at Linvilla Orchards! Please join us for fall family fun including a hayride, face painting, pizza, cupcakes, and more. We will have this program outdoors so please dress for the weather. Pre-registration is required.
Pumpkin Painting and Hayride Registration Link

CTC Fall 2023 Sip & Shop
2023-11-02 11:00 - 15:00 | Desmond Hotel Malvern, 1 Liberty Blvd, Malvern, PA, 19355
SAVE THE DATE for CTC’s 2023 Sip & Shop event!
Join us Thursday, November 2nd at the Desmond Hotel Malvern
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For shopping, wine tasting, great raffle prizes and much more!
All proceeds from this event will be used to fund our programs
for families living with a cancer diagnosis.
Stay tuned for more information!
*Vendor and event sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact info@connectthrucancer.org for more information.

Sip & Shop Registration Link

November Coffee Talk
2023-11-13 09:30 - 10:30 | 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States
Join us Monday morning, November 13th from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for Connect Thru Cancer’s fall Coffee Talk series! Whether you’re a cancer patient in treatment, newly diagnosed or post-treatment, we invite you to come together, meet new friends and gain peer support from others on a similar journey in a relaxed, informal gathering at the Hartshorne Mansion in West Chester. Coffee, tea & light bites will be served.
Click on the link below to register.
November Coffee Talk Registration Link
For more information, please contact info@connectthrucancer.org.

December Coffee Talk
2023-12-11 09:30 - 10:30 | PA
Join us Monday morning, December 11th from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for Connect Thru Cancer’s fall Coffee Talk series! Whether you’re a cancer patient in treatment, newly diagnosed or post-treatment, we invite you to come together, meet new friends and gain peer support from others on a similar journey in a relaxed, informal gathering at the Hartshorne Mansion in West Chester. Coffee, tea & light bites will be served.
Click on the link below to register.
December Coffee Talk Registration Link
For more information, please contact info@connectthrucancer.org.

Cancer Connect - Reindeer Games 2023
2023-12-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Villa Maria Academy Gymnasium, 370 Central Avenue, Malvern, PA, 19355
Join CTC and Villa Maria in celebrating the holiday season with our FUN Reindeer Games Cancer Connect. We will provide all of the supplies for gingerbread cookie decorating, jolly holiday games, crafts, face painting, a visit from Santa, and more! Please join us for this fun, festive, and free event! Pre-Registration is required.
Reindeer Games Registration Link

"Ask the Doc" Virtual Series
2024-01-10 19:00 - 20:00 | PA
Please join us for the first session of CTC’s virtual “Ask the Doc” series with Kinetic’s Dr. Erin Helm, focusing on the topic of lymphedema. Dr Helm is a licensed physical therapist, researcher and faculty member at Widener University providing education in oncology and lymphedema. Registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent.
Registration Link

Connect Thru Cancer Teen Pottery Painting Party
2024-01-21 12:00 - 14:00 | The Painted Plate, 104 Market St, West Chester, PA, 19382, United States
Join CTC in January for a special session for teens coping with a cancer diagnosis in the family with a pottery painting party at The Painted Plate in West Chester. Create a “masterpiece” to take home and make some fun memories! Teens can bring a friend, connect and enjoy this free event.
Registration Link

Connect Thru Cancer and Villa Maria Coffee Talk
2024-01-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Villa Maria Academy, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
Join us for a very special Coffee Talk for the Villa Maria Alumni community on Thursday, January 25th at 10 a.m. Connect with fellow alums who are living with a past or current cancer diagnosis, converse, share and fill your cup with memories of Villa days, while supporting and bonding with new friends and old.
Connect Thru Cancer (CTC) was founded and is run by former Villa Alums, Cathy Bosken Gabrielsen and Colleen Bosken Bucci, Class of 1989. CTC is looking to renew connections with alumni who have been diagnosed with cancer, who can offer support and friendship to other alums. Whether you’re a cancer patient in treatment, newly diagnosed or in survivorship, we invite you to come together, connect with friends & gain peer support from others on a similar journey in a relaxed, informal gathering. Coffee, tea & light bites will be served.

Registration Link

Pizza, Pins & Pop Cancer Connect 2024!
2024-02-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Devon Lanes, 300 Lancaster Avenue, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Our next Cancer Connect will be a family day filled with memories at Devon Lanes! We will be bowling, enjoying pizza & plenty of fun. Pre-registration required and limited space available.
Register for Pizza, Pins & Pop!

"Ask the Doc" Virtual Series - Neuropathy
2024-04-10 19:00 - 20:00 | PA
Please join us for the next session of CTC’s virtual “Ask the Doc” series with Kinetic’s Dr. Erin Helm, focusing on the topic of neuropathy. Dr Helm is a licensed physical therapist, researcher and faculty member at Widener University providing education in oncology.

When chemotherapy damages peripheral nerves, it is called chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, or CIPN. Symptoms of CIPN can vary from sensation changes and pain or numbness to weakness in the hands and feet that impact how you perform your daily activities. In the upcoming presentation we will discuss the reasons behind these changes, strategies you can use to improve symptoms, and when to seek out additional assistance.

Registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent.
Registration Link

Spring Awards Dinner "Giving Back Together"
2024-04-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Desmond Hotel Malvern, 1 Liberty Blvd, Malvern, PA, 19355
Please join us for Connect Thru Cancer’s “Giving Back Together” Cocktails, Dinner & Awards on Thursday, April 18th from 6-9 p.m. at the beautiful Desmond Hotel in Malvern, PA. We hope to fill the room with supporters – old and new – to share our mission, vision and values. It promises to be a wonderful evening filled with great food, drinks, friendship and philanthropy. We will be announcing the first-ever recipient of the Cammie Hall Sanders Memorial Scholarship Award and unveiling our brand-new video. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Click on the link to for more information.
Event sponsorships are available. For more information about sponsorship, donating an auction item or purchasing tickets, please email info@connectthrucancer.org.

April Coffee Talk
2024-04-29 09:30 - 10:30 | PA
Join us Monday morning, April 29th from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for Connect Thru Cancer’s Coffee Talk series! Whether you’re a cancer patient in treatment, newly diagnosed or post-treatment, we invite you to come together, meet new friends and gain peer support from others on a similar journey in a relaxed, informal gathering at the Hartshorne Mansion in West Chester. Coffee, tea & light bites will be served.
Click on the link below to register.
April Coffee Talk Registration Link
For more information, please contact info@connectthrucancer.org.

May Art Journaling
2024-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Hartshorne Mansion, 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States
Join us on Thursday, May 9th at 6 p.m. for an Art Journaling workshop. Come and learn the benefits of creative expression. This workshop combines journaling with mixed media art. Please bring any personal photos or items you wish to incorporate. *No art experience necessary*
Space is limited and registration is required so save your spot today!
Art Journaling Registration Link

Connect Thru Cancer and Villa Maria May Coffee Talk
2024-05-15 09:30 - 10:30 | 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States
Join us for a very special Coffee Talk for the Villa Maria Alumnae community on Wednesday, May 15th at 9:30 a.m. Connect with fellow alums who are living with a past or current cancer diagnosis, converse, share and fill your cup with memories of Villa days, while supporting and bonding with new friends and old.
Connect Thru Cancer (CTC) was founded and is run by former Villa Alums, Cathy Bosken Gabrielsen and Colleen Bosken Bucci, Class of 1989. CTC is looking to renew connections with alumni who have been diagnosed with cancer, who can offer support and friendship to other alums. Whether you’re a cancer patient in treatment, newly diagnosed or in survivorship, we invite you to come together, connect with friends & gain peer support from others on a similar journey in a relaxed, informal gathering. Coffee, tea & light bites will be served.

Registration Link

CTC Mini Golf & Ice Cream Cancer Connect June
2024-06-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Markie’s Mini Golf, 360 Schuykill Road, Phoenixville, PA, 19460
Join CTC for a fun evening of Mini Golf and Ice Cream at our next Cancer Connect on Thursday, June 27th. Bring the whole family and create some fun memories at this free event! Pre-registration required and limited space available.
Registration Link

July Coffee Talk
2024-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Hartshorne Mansion, 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States
Join us Thursday morning, July 11th from 10 to 11 a.m. for Connect Thru Cancer’s summer Coffee Talk series! Whether you’re a cancer patient in treatment, newly diagnosed or post-treatment, we invite you to come together, meet new friends and gain peer support from others on a similar journey in a relaxed, informal gathering at the Hartshorne Mansion in West Chester. Coffee, tea & light bites will be served.
Click on the link below to register.
July Coffee Talk Registration Link
For more information, please contact info@connectthrucancer.org.

July Sound Bath Healing
2024-07-18 18:30 - 19:30 | 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States
Join us for Sound Bath Healing. This is a transformative experience that utilizes intentional sound frequencies and vibrations that can promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance overall health and well-being. The sound waves generated by the instruments can have a calming effect on the nervous system, leading to a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure. This induces a state of deep relaxation, helping to alleviate stress and anxiety. Additionally, sound baths have been found to potentially foster physical healing and provide relief from physical symptoms. Pre-registration is required and space is limited for this free event.

Registration Link

Family Fun Cancer Connect at Oasis
2024-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Oasis Family Fun Center, 35 Lacrue Avenue, Glen Mills, PA, 19342
Join CTC for a fun time at 𝐎𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 on 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝟔 𝐏𝐌! It’s an amazing place for the whole family to make great memories! Enjoy unlimited admission to the Ballocity Arena, Soft Playground, Valo Arena, Laser Maze, and a $10 arcade game card along with pizza and water ice!

Pre-registration is required for this fantastic fun-filled family event.
Registration Link

CTC Mini Golf & Ice Cream Cancer Connect July
2024-07-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Markie’s Mini Golf, 360 Schuykill Road, Phoenixville, PA, 19460
Join CTC for a fun evening of Mini Golf and Ice Cream at our next Cancer Connect on Thursday, July 25th. Bring the whole family and create some fun memories at this free event! Pre-registration required and limited space available.
Registration Link

CTC Mini Golf & Ice Cream Cancer Connect August
2024-08-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Markie’s Mini Golf, 360 Schuykill Road, Phoenixville, PA, 19460
Join CTC for a fun evening of Mini Golf and Ice Cream at our next Cancer Connect on Thursday, August 8th. Bring the whole family and create some fun memories at this free event! Pre-registration required and limited space available.
Registration Link

Paint & Pop the Bubbly!
2024-08-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Hartshorne Mansion, 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States
Join us on Sunday, August 18th for a morning of painting with our “Paint & Pop the Bubbly” event, led by West Chester based artist, Olivia Griffith. We will come together to make beautiful custom designs on champagne bottles to take home as a keepsake, or enjoy when you get home! Space is limited and registration is required so save your spot today!
*No art experience is necessary.
Registration Link

CVWGA Memorial Golf Tournament ﻿Benefitting Connect Thru Cancer
2024-09-04 | PA
We are thrilled to announce that Connect Thru Cancer has been selected by The Chester Valley Women’s Golf Association as the beneficiary of this year’s Ladies Memorial Golf Tournament on September 4th and 6th. The tournament is played to in loving memory of all the wonderful women who have golfed before us.
Proceeds from this event will help support CTC’s mission of providing FREE cancer support programs to individuals and families living with a cancer diagnosis. Donations can be made through September 14th.

Secret Santa Program 2024
2024-09-10 08:00 - 2024-12-07 17:00 | PA
Are you a parent in cancer treatment or do you have a child in cancer treatment?
Apply to be a recipient of our Secret Santa Program. This incredible program supports families undergoing cancer treatment by purchasing gift list items from your children’s Christmas List. Our generous donors will purchase items as a way to help make this stressful season a little easier and allow you to focus on your healing.
More details will be provided once you are confirmed. We hope this program enables you to focus on your healing this holiday season while the Secret Santas take care of your holiday shopping. We are grateful to the community and all those individuals who sponsor our families each year.
If you would like to be considered for this program please fill out the attached google form by October 18th:
Secret Santa Family Application Form
*Please note current CTC families will receive priority access to this program. New registrants are accepted if openings allow, and will be asked to verify their medical treatment and status.
If you are interested in being a Secret Santa and purchasing gift list items for our families, sign up using this link:
Secret Santa Donor Form

"Ask The Doc" Series - Fatigue
2024-09-18 19:00 - 20:00 | PA
Please join us for the next session of CTC’s virtual “Ask the Doc” series with Kinetic’s Dr. Erin Helm, focusing on the topic of fatigue. Dr Helm is a licensed physical therapist, researcher and faculty member at Widener University providing education in oncology.

Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is one of the most common side effects of cancer and cancer treatment. Compared to the fatigue experienced by someone without a cancer diagnosis, CRF can be more severe, more distressing, and less likely to be relieved by rest. These symptoms may start before treatment and continue even after treatment is completed. In the upcoming presentation, we will discuss the common symptoms of cancer-related fatigue, strategies to manage symptoms and improve quality of life, and when to seek out additional support.

Registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent.
Registration Link

Connect Thru Cancer's 4th Annual Golf Outing
2024-09-30 | White Manor Country Club, 831 Providence Rd, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
We are excited to announce that we will host the 4th Annual Connect Thru Cancer Golf Outing on Monday, September 30th at White Manor Country Club in Malvern, PA. Proceeds from the event allow us to continue to offer FREE support services and resources to all individuals and families on a cancer journey.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact info@connectthrucancer.org for more information or with any questions.

Click the link below for more information and to register.

Golf Outing Registration Link

October Sound Bath Healing
2024-10-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Hartshorne Mansion, 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States

Cancer Connect - Fall Hayride at Highland Orchards
2024-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | PA
Connect Thru Cancer is celebrating autumn in October at Highland Orchards! Please join us for fall family fun including a hayride, pumpkin painting, applec cider donuts and more. We will have this program outdoors so please dress for the weather. Pre-registration is required.
Pumpkin Painting and Hayride Registration Link

CTC Fall 2024 Sip & Shop
2024-11-07 11:00 - 15:00 | PA
Join us Thursday, November 7th at the Desmond Hotel Malvern
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For shopping, wine tasting, great raffle prizes and much more!
All proceeds from this event will be used to fund our programs
for families living with a cancer diagnosis.
*Vendor and event sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact info@connectthrucancer.org for more information.
Sip & Shop Registration Link

Wreath Making Workshop
2024-11-10 11:30 - 13:30 | Hartshorne Mansion, 535 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA, 19380, United States
Join us on Sunday, November 10th for a wreath making workshop. We will come together to make beautiful custom wreaths perfect for bringing holiday cheer to your home! Space is limited and registration is required so save your spot today!
Wreath Making Registration Link

Cancer Connect - Reindeer Games 2024
2024-12-07 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Join CTC and Villa Maria in celebrating the holiday season with our FUN Reindeer Games Cancer Connect. We will provide all of the supplies for gingerbread cookie decorating, jolly holiday games, crafts, face painting, a visit from Santa, and more! Please join us for this fun, festive, and free event! Pre-Registration is required. More details to come.
Reindeer Games Registration Link
