Zentangle Inspired Art, also known as "ZIA," pairs patterns and whimsy in beautiful and fun images. Inspiration for this class will come from the art of Zentangle and the circle. As the song goes, circles have no beginning and no end! They also tend to appeal to humans because they are soft and can represent […]
This Coffee Conversation features Camille DeSantis. Camille DeSantis is a licensed massage therapist (LMT) in Alabama. She has been an LMT since 2004. In 2019 Camille was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer and received 15 months of treatment. Massage, acupuncture, and reiki greatly helped to minimize the side effects of her intense therapy. Camille's experience […]
Gentle flow yoga focuses on aligning slow movement with the breath. We'll use poses to focus on how our bodies feel and to help us relax in the present moment and reduce stress. No previous experience is needed - all are welcome! This can be done on the floor, with props and mats, or in […]
This Coffee Conversation features Carla Youngblood. We will discuss financial health and breast cancer. Carla is a certified public accountant, comedienne, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker. In October 2015, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. After surviving chemotherapy, a double mastectomy and radiation, inspiring others became her new mission. She fulfills her mission by serving […]
Drop by the Forge house from 2 - 4 pm for sweets, treats, and all things self-love!
Telling stories and sharing with others can deepen our relationships or start new ones, increasing our sense of empathy for and connection with one another. Join in this monthly creative writing gathering for breast cancer survivorship at Forge. You don’t have to be a writer to attend. Bring a friend or a loved one with […]
February 23rd's Coffee Conversation features Claire Rummage, PharmD, BCOP. During this Coffee Conversation, we will discuss breast cancer and hormone therapy. Dr. Rummage is a hematology-oncology clinical pharmacist at the Kirklin Clinic at UAB hospital, where she focuses on oral oncolytic therapy for breast cancer and lymphoma. This is a free, virtual event but requires […]
Calling all knitters, weavers, crocheters, and more! Join Forge for a new weaving / knitting group. Bring any materials & your current project or simply come to learn. Forge will provide light refreshments to fuel your creativity! Hosted monthly by Forge volunteer and breast cancer survivor, Betty Shivers, Betty enjoys making Swedish weavings, a decorative […]
Join us for a Mardi Gras celebration! We'll have beads, king cake, and a chance to gather with one another!
Join Jill Garrett on Facebook live for a mindful yoga practice. Click here to watch!
March 9th's Coffee Conversation features Mark Adams. During this Coffee Conversation, we will discuss his journey as a breast cancer co-survivor. Mark's wife, Stephanie, was diagnosed with breast cancer on February 10th, 2020, right before the pandemic. During her breast cancer journey, Mark wished that he had a male co-survivor that he could talk to […]
Join Elizabeth Vander Kamp as she demonstrates a Zentangle technique in a spring-filled Facebook live. Click here to watch!