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SUMMARY:Embracing Life Support Groups
DESCRIPTION:Embracing Life Support Group Meeting \nSATURDAY\, JULY 11\, 2026 –  12 – 2 PM \nAABCA’S PLACE (OFFICE) \n5270 West 84th Street\, #160 – Bloomington\, MN 55437 \n(612) 462-6813 \nLunch and Parking available
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/embracing-life-support-groups/
CATEGORIES:Breast Cancer Survivors Support Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="AABCA%2C Inc.":MAILTO:aabca@aabcainc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T110000
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SUMMARY:Colors of Cancer\, Health & Wellness Expo
DESCRIPTION:The African American Breast Cancer Alliance (AABCA)\, Breast Cancer Education Association (BCEA) in partnership with the University of Minnesota Masonic Cancer Center and Minnesota Department of Health Sage Program\, invite you to our upcoming “Colors of Cancer\, Health & Wellness Expo\, Our Voices\, Our Communities\, Our Health”! \nThe Expo is a free community wide\, all ages\, family friendly\, multi-cultural health and wellness event to inform\, inspire\, and connect people with valuable resources and support through free cancer and health screenings\, fun activities\, presentations and vendor booths. \nWe are bringing together local healthcare and wellness providers\, advocates\, organizations\, wellness experts\, cancer survivors\, researchers\, and community members for a day dedicated to empowerment\, whole-person care\, and cultural connection. \n Event Details: \n\nDate: Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM\nLocation: Cancer & Cardiovascular Research Building\, University of Minnesota\nAddress: 2231 – 6th Street\, SE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55455\nAdmission: FREE and open to the public\n\n What to Expect: \n\nFree Health Screenings: On-site blood pressure\, diabetes\, free screenings for men and women\, colon\, prostate cancer\, health check-ups and more!\nSage Mammography Program registration\, call 651-556-0686\, promo code:  MC12\nInteractive Resource Booths: Speak with experts on cancer\, nutrition\, information from healthcare professionals\, local organizations\, mental health professionals\, caregiver support\, and holistic practitioners.\nActivities & Workshops: Sessions on fitness\, healing\, arts\, movement\, nutrition\, intergenerational wellness\, and a special space for cancer survivors and caregivers.\nGiveaways & Prizes: Visit exhibitors to win wellness themed giveaways!\n\n How to Get Involved: \n\nAttend: Free\, plus free parking and refreshments\nRegister here:  Registration is free\n\n\nExhibitor/Vendor/Sponsor: If your organization would like to set up a resource table\, please Email: events@aabcainc.org or register: Exhibitor/Vendor.\n\n\nVolunteer: We are currently seeking help with event logistics. Reply directly to this email to sign up!  events@aabcainc.org\n\nPlease find the flyer attached to share with your networks\, clients\, friends\, and family. We look forward to building a healthier\, stronger community together in health and wellness! \nWarmly\, \nReona Berry (AABCA) and Gay Lynn Richards (BCEA) \nContact & Questions:  events@aabcainc.org
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/colors-of-cancer-health-wellness-expo/
LOCATION:University of Minnesota CCRB\, 2231 6th Street SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Outreach
ORGANIZER;CN="AABCA%2C Inc.":MAILTO:aabca@aabcainc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T214323Z
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SUMMARY:SMIS Group Meeting - In person support group
DESCRIPTION:Join our Sisters and Misters In Survival “SMIS” Support Group Meeting! \nSisters and Misters In Survival “SMIS” is for women and men diagnosed with breast cancer to provide emotional support\, guidance and hope. This is a space to share personal stories with a group of people that just get it! And if sharing is too much\, feel free to sit in and get acquainted with some of our awesome members who have been there and done that!  \nCare supporters are also welcome to share with us! \n* Note:  We share our experiences and stories but not medical advice.  Please follow-up with your healthcare providers for medical issues.
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/smis-group-meeting-in-person-support-group/
LOCATION:Sabathani Community Center\, 310 East 38th Street\, Minneapolis\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Embracing Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
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SUMMARY:Embracing Life Support Group Zoom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join our Embracing Life Support Group Meeting via Zoom! \nSisters and Misters In Survival “SMIS” for women and men diagnosed with breast cancer. \nEmbracing Life Support Group provides emotional support\, guidance and hope.  Care supporters are also welcome to share with us! \n  \n* Note:  We share our experiences and stories but not medical advice.  Please follow-up with your healthcare providers for medical issues.
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/embracing-life-support-group-zoom-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Embracing Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260828T192301Z
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SUMMARY:17th Annual Southside Back in the Day!
DESCRIPTION:Southside Back in the Day (SSBITD) is back for another year of community fun and upliftment! Join us as we celebrate Southside’s history and present\, reconnect\, and make lasting memories together! SSBITD is a one-day\, multi-faceted community festival held annually on Labor Day weekend at Phelps Park in South Minneapolis.  \nWhat began 17 years ago as a backyard reunion among friends has become a beloved community tradition. Today\, the event brings together over 1\,000 residents\, families\, local businesses\, and organizations for a celebration that blends music\, arts\, food\, sports\, and wellness.  \nThis year’s live entertainment features Jamela Pettiford and Just Being Me Dance Company. Also on tap are the Starlite Band and performances by Se’Anna Johnson and the Royal Red Hat Sabathanettes! Bring family and friends and plan on having a fabulous afternoon! 
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/17th-annual-southside-back-in-the-day/
LOCATION:Phelps Park\, 701 E 39th St\, Minneapolis\, 55407\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
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SUMMARY:Summertime Shine Embracing Life Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Have you been affected by or diagnosed with breast cancer or cancer?  Are you looking to meet other cancer survivors?  If so\, you are not alone and we invite you to join us. Enjoy celebrating Summer Shine Time of cancer survivors sharing our stories\, being together and supporting each other.  Our Embracing Life Support Group will meet at the Robbins Urban Wellness Center\, 3900 Thomas Ave No\, Minneapolis for laughs\, lunch and sisterhood! \nWe thank our host\, Anika and Juneau Robbins for sharing community space for us to meet and be together.\n \nAlso\, sign up for our 2026 Sistas Rock Retreat in November; a 2 1/2 day weekend at a hotel to relax\, relate\, and rejuvenate with women who are and have been on a cancer journey.  Enjoy fun activities\, body\, mind\, soul and spirit connecting\, pampering\, good food and more! A $600 all inclusive weekend retreat package priced at $140.  Other options: Come for a half day or 1 day begins at $40 per day. Early bird registration discount of $10\, ends October 5.
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/summertime-shine-embracing-life-support-group/
LOCATION:Robbins Urban Wellness Retreat Center\, 3900 N Thomas Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breast Cancer Survivors Support Meeting,Embracing Life
ORGANIZER;CN="AABCA%2C Inc.":MAILTO:aabca@aabcainc.org
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SUMMARY:Flow Foundation Presents: The Crown Within
DESCRIPTION:The Crown Within — A Celebration for the Alopecia & Hair Loss Community\n\n\nJoin Flow Foundation for a free Alopecia Awareness Month event featuring inspiring guest speakers\, live music and a complimentary breakfast. \n\n\n\n\nThis Alopecia Awareness Month\, we invite you to join us for The Crown Within — a free community event created to celebrate and support individuals living with alopecia and medical hair loss. \nCome for a morning of connection\, inspiration\, and community. The event will feature: \n\nInspiring guest speakers sharing personal stories and insight\nLive music\nA complimentary breakfast\nExciting raffle prizes\nMeaningful opportunities to connect with others who understand the journey\n\nWhether you’re personally affected by alopecia or hair loss\, supporting a loved one\, or simply want to learn more\, everyone is welcome. \nThere are spaces for free parking and paid parking nearby. \nLearn more:\nhttps://www.flowhair.org/ \nEmail: flowhairfoundation@gmail.com
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/flow-foundation-presents-the-crown-within/
LOCATION:The Neu Neu | Wedding and Event Venue\, 514 North 3rd Street #101\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebrations,Education & Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
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SUMMARY:Embracing Life Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Sisters and Misters in Survival:\nBeing diagnosed with breast cancer is devastating and confusing. Your breast cancer journey is quite a life challenge but know you will get through it.  AABCA connects with hundreds of women to share our breast cancer stories and gain support.  Our members include adult women and men breast cancer survivors\, all backgrounds\, families and breast cancer experiences.  Our support group offers a place for members to share their experiences and feelings\, we understand your journey.  However\, we are not medical professionals and do not give medical advice\, please work with your healthcare providers. \nOur Embracing Life support group usually meets monthly via Zoom on the 3rd Saturday\, at 1:00 PM Central time in Minnesota.\nHowever\, due to our busy summer schedule\, our next meeting will be\, SATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 26\, 2026\, at 1:00 PM (CST).  \nCheck in during your regional location Time zones:   \n– West Coast = Pacific time 11 AM\,\n– Mountain time = 12 PM\,\n– East Coast = Eastern time = 2 PM. \ninfo@aabcainc.org
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/embracing-life-support-group-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Breast Cancer Survivors Support Meeting,Embracing Life
ORGANIZER;CN="AABCA%2C Inc.":MAILTO:aabca@aabcainc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260913T041525Z
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SUMMARY:BCEA Annual Conference: 25 Years of Impact. One day of Empowerment.
DESCRIPTION:The Breast Cancer Education Conference isn’t just an event—it’s a legacy of care\, knowledge\, and connection. BCEA brings together survivors\, caregivers\, healthcare professionals\, and advocates for a transformative day of learning and support\, with speakers representing a range of perspectives across the healthcare community. \nThe Breast Cancer Education Association offers scholarships to people who may find it financially difficult to attend otherwise. Application Deadline is September 15th. 
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/bcea-annual-conference-25-years-of-impact-one-day-of-empowerment/
LOCATION:Wilder Center\, 451 Lexington Parkway N\, St Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Breast Cancer Education Association (BCEA)":MAILTO:info@breastcancereducation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTSTAMP:20260930T210432Z
CREATED:20260930T210432Z
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SUMMARY:Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
DESCRIPTION:The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a celebration of courage and hope\, a movement uniting communities to end breast cancer as we know it\, for everyone. Making Strides of the Twin Cities is the premier breast cancer walk in the area with their event drawing thousands of people from all over the state. In the last 30 years alone\, ACS has invested more than $600 million in breast cancer research and over $5 billion in research for all cancer types since 1946.
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/making-strides-against-breast-cancer-walk/
LOCATION:Mall of America – Huntington Bank Rotunda\, 60 E. Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T163000
DTSTAMP:20260913T042220Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T042220Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Live. Laugh. Learn. 2026 (Free Registration)
DESCRIPTION:A Breast\, Colon & Prostate Cancer Awareness & Prevention Event on Saturday\, October 10\, 2026\, at the University of Minnesota Cancer Research Center. \nThis year’s theme is “Change Your Mind. Change Your Habits. Choose to Thrive”. The event is an education-focused experience\, bringing Black women and men\, survivors\, families\, healthcare professionals\, and community partners together. The goal is to increase awareness\, improve access to trusted health information\, and promote prevention\, early detection\, and healthier lifestyles.
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/4th-annual-live-laugh-learn-2026-free-registration/
LOCATION:University of Minnesota CCRB\, 2231 6th Street SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Breast Cancer GAPS Project":MAILTO:info@breastcancergaps.org
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SUMMARY:Sistas Rock Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:The African American Breast Cancer Alliance hosts its 12th Sistas Rock Retreat\, Friday\, November 6 through Sunday\, November 8.\n \nA weekend of connecting\, fun\, relaxation and support with other women diagnosed with any type of cancer.  Sista Survivors may also invite 1 caregiver/supporter or cancer survivor to attend with them.  Activities available are 1 night Friday group dinner $35\, 1 day Saturday activities only $50\, 1 day activities and hotel stay either Friday or Saturday night $80 or 2 1/2 days full retreat $90 (double room) to $100 (Single room) per person.  (Hotel rooms limited to 30 beds.) \nFor more information contact:  EVENTS@aabcainc.org
URL:https://aabcainc.org/event/sistas-rock-retreat-2026/
CATEGORIES:Sistas Rock Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="AABCA%2C Inc.":MAILTO:aabca@aabcainc.org
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