Week of Events
Art Journaling (VIRTUAL)
Explore virtual art journaling as a creative way to reflect and process your cancer experience. Open to anyone impacted by cancer, with weekly guided prompts.
Sunday, April 19, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, April 20, 2026
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Virtual EventApril 20, 2026 -Zumba Toning® (HYBRID – Mokena Or Virtual)
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April 20, 2026 -Knit and Crochet (Homewood)
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Virtual EventApril 20, 2026 -Chair Yoga with Cecily (VIRTUAL)
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Virtual EventApril 20, 2026 -Monday Meditation (VIRTUAL)
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April 20, 2026 -Art Therapy – Working Big! – creating large format art (Homewood)
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April 20, 2026 -Monthly Tween Art Meetup (Homewood)
Zumba Toning® (HYBRID – Mokena Or Virtual)
Zumba Toning® offers a new way to tone your muscles in a fun, easy-to-follow Latin-inspired dance cardio class. The workout combines all the music and fun of Zumba with body sculpting exercises that use lightweight sticks, a bit like Maracas. This class is designed for beginner fitness levels or the older active adult. Be sure […]
Knit and Crochet (Homewood)
All are welcome to come join this group to work on current knit, crochet, and other projects, as well as beginners who are looking to learn the basics. Yarn and basic tools provided. Please Call 708-798-9171 to register
Chair Yoga with Cecily (VIRTUAL)
Experience the benefits of yoga from the comfort of a chair. This virtual program helps individuals impacted by cancer improve strength, flexibility, balance, and peace of mind through gentle movement and mindful breathing.
Monday Meditation (VIRTUAL)
Begin your week with intention and calm through a virtual guided meditation. Monday Meditation helps individuals impacted by cancer reduce stress, practice mindfulness, and support overall well-being.
Art Therapy – Working Big! – creating large format art (Homewood)
Join us for fun and meaningful programs to help you explore different forms of expression and creativity. No art experience is necessary. This program is being offered out of our Homewood office. To attend in-person call 708-798-9171 or email Kkopale@cancersupportcenter.org
Monthly Tween Art Meetup (Homewood)
Explore new art techniques and creative themes each month with guidance from an Art Therapist. This group offers a supportive space for self‑expression, peer connection, and gentle emotional processing. Open to kids ages 8–15 who have been impacted by cancer. Please call either location or email mbonke@cancersupportcenter.org to register
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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Hybrid EventApril 21, 2026 -Gentle Floor Yoga Nidra (HYBRID)
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April 21, 2026 -Unlock a Healthier You, 2-week program (Homewood)
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April 21, 2026 -Art Therapy – Working Big! – creating large format art (Mokena)
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April 21, 2026 -Moves That Matter (Homewood)
Gentle Floor Yoga Nidra (HYBRID)
Relax, restore, and reconnect through Gentle Floor Yoga Nidra. This calming class combines gentle yoga movements with guided meditation to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being for individuals impacted by cancer.
Unlock a Healthier You, 2-week program (Homewood)
This 2-week program will help you unlock a healthier you. We will discuss advanced nutrition and lifestyle strategies that can help you to feel better, have more energy, and feel less achy. Here are a few of the topics we will cover: Intermittent fasting & having a healthy gut Protein and collagen: why they are so important Top 10 healthy snacks […]
Art Therapy – Working Big! – creating large format art (Mokena)
Join us for fun and meaningful programs to help you explore different forms of expression and creativity. No art experience is necessary. This program is being offered out of our Mokena office. To attend in-person call (708) 478-3529 or email Kkopale@cancersupportcenter.org
Moves That Matter (Homewood)
Moves That Matter helps individuals impacted by cancer improve flexibility, posture, coordination, and stability through gentle movement exercises performed at their own pace and comfort level.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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Featured April 22, 2026 -Featured Increased Protein & Balance Blood Sugar (Light Snack Served) (Mokena)
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April 22, 2026 -Open Art Studio (Homewood)
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April 22, 2026 -Knit and Crochet (Mokena)
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April 22, 2026 -Chair Yoga with Marcela (Homewood)
Increased Protein & Balance Blood Sugar (Light Snack Served) (Mokena)
Making sure we are eating enough protein is extremely important. Protein, made up of amino acids, are the building blocks of our muscles, cartilage, bones and skin. Protein also helps to synthesize hormones + neurotransmitters and protect us from infection and illness. Come join us as we talk about the importance of eating protein, what are good protein sources, and how much protein we should consume each […]
Open Art Studio (Homewood)
Open Studio is a time to come together and get creative! Participants can utilize this time to connect with others and work on any art they choose. This group is now being held in-person only for the spring newsletter. If you would like to attend in person, please call 708-798-9171 for more information.
Knit and Crochet (Mokena)
All are welcome to come join this group to work on current knit, crochet, and other projects, as well as beginners who are looking to learn the basics. Yarn and basic tools provided. Please Call 708-798-9171 to register
Chair Yoga with Marcela (Homewood)
Experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive and accessible format. Chair Yoga helps individuals impacted by cancer improve strength, flexibility, balance, and peace of mind through gentle movement and mindful breathing.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Healthy and Homemade with Gwen: Healthy Anti-Inflammatory Grain Bowls (Mokena)
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Virtual EventApril 23, 2026 -Men’s Networking Group (VIRTUAL)
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Virtual EventApril 23, 2026 -Adjusting to Life After Loss
Healthy and Homemade with Gwen: Healthy Anti-Inflammatory Grain Bowls (Mokena)
These colorful, satisfying grain bowls are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with ingredients that fight inflammation. Gwen will show us just how many marvelous options there are to prepare that you will love! Presented by Gwen Giampaolo.
Men’s Networking Group (VIRTUAL)
Develop a sense of community by networking with other men who have been diagnosed with cancer. This group is open to men with any type or stage of cancer (in treatment or post-treatment). Click this link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpceCgpj4uZzrF4k_xeRK38QHoeFNpEg
Adjusting to Life After Loss
Coping with the loss of a loved one can be challenging, particularly when individual factors and unrealistic expectations intensify the grieving process. Additionally, support from others often diminishes over time. This three‑week workshop addresses key aspects of grief through a different focus each week. Week one explores common myths and expectations surrounding grief, week two examines factors that […]
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 -Core Stability for Prostate Cancer Survivors (Homewood)
Core Stability for Prostate Cancer Survivors (Homewood)
Core Stability for Prostate Cancer Survivors is a therapeutic movement program designed to help men safely rebuild strength, stability, and confidence after treatment. Each session integrates gentle corrective exercises, breath-work, pelvic floor activation, and functional movement patterns to restore coordination and improve overall well-being. The focus is on creating a strong and stable foundation from […]
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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