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Tuesday July 1st 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Therapeutic Art: Fairy Gardens Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562)

Tues, July 1 @ 10am-12pm

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562

Description:

Join fellow Gilda’s club members in this outdoor summer art workshop to create a miniature fairy garden. Using plants, plant containers, shells, pinecones and other natural materials you will build a one-of-a-kind garden you can enjoy inside or outside of your home. As we build, we will be exploring the theme of imagination.

Spaces are limited & registration is required.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Please Note:

  • SUMMER ART workshops will be held OUTDOORS on the Gilda’s Club patio through the summer season, unless weather is inclement.Please dress for the weather.
  • Art materials are provided (unless otherwise noted)
  • Please bring any supplies from home you’d like to incorporate into your artwork/s

About Linn-Miller:

Molly Linn-Miller has been working as a registered art therapist for 15 years. She provided art therapy and support for both individuals and groups. She works with a variety of populations including families living with cancer, those recovering from substance abuse, adults with autism and pre-school aged children.

Molly paints large-scale murals and makes mixed-media art using fiber and other natural materials. In addition to art-making she enjoys hiking with her husband, two boys, and pup, Eddy, cooking and eating with her girlfriends and playing ultimate frisbee.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday July 2nd 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Thursday July 3rd 2025
Virtual - New Member Meeting Time 11:30 AM Location Zoom

Are you looking to get started with Gilda's Club?

Join us for a group ZOOM New Member Meeting.

This meeting will discuss the resources Gilda's Club has to offer and get you started as a Gilda's Club member.

*If you do not wish to meet in a group setting, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org to schedule an individual New Member Meeting.

Questions? Please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880




Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Breast Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets Monthly on the 1st Thursday @ 6pm - 7:30pm via Zoom

   

This group is for anyone with a breast cancer diagnosis or who has completed treatment. All stages welcome. Come to connect with others, gather resources, ask questions, and feel supported by others who understand.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org


Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Friday July 4th 2025
Closed in observance of Independence Day Time 9:00 AM On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Monday July 7th 2025
Cancer Transitions Time 4:00 PM Location Zoom

4 Weeks on Mondays @ 4-5:30pm CDT via Zoom
Session dates: 7/7, 14, 21, 28

It's quite common to feel a range of emotions once treatment ends.

This post-treatment phase of survivorship requires many things - physical activity, nutrition, a healthy emotional life, and managment of any health concerns that may arise.

You can improve your quality of life by addressing these in an active way.

Cancer Transitions® is a free, 90-minute, four-week workshop designed to help cancer survivors make the transition from active treatment to post-treatment care.

  • Session 1: Get Back to Wellness: Take Control of Your Survivorship
  • Session 2: Emotional Health
  • Session 3: Eating Well and Staying Active
  • Session 4: Medical Managment Beyond Cancer: What You Need to Know 

Questions? Email Kirsten Norslien at Kirsten@gildasclubmadison.org



Info & Registration
Tuesday July 8th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Guest Artist Workshop: Acrylic Painting on T-Shirts Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562)

Tues, July 8 @ 10am-12pm

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562

Description:

Come join fellow Gilda’s Club members in this new outdoor workshop. You will experiment using acrylic paints on T-shirts. You will learn how to apply acrylic paint and also how to use a resist technique to add words and/or images to your shirt. This workshop will explore the theme of good memories.

About Guest Artist Workshops: Our new "Guest Artist" art workshops will be taught by Gilda's Club members like you. Guest artists will donate their time to teach a favorite art medium of their choice to their fellow club members and will be supported by art therapist, Molly Linn-Miller. Please contact Molly at mollylm@gildasclubmadison.org if you're interested in teaching a workshop as a guest artist!

Spaces are limited & registration is required.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Please Note:

  • PLEASE BRING a SHIRT or OTHER FABRIC to paint on (should be washed and dried first)
  • SUMMER ART workshops will be held OUTDOORS on the Gilda’s Club patio through the summer season, unless weather is inclement.Please dress for the weather.
  • Art materials are provided (unless otherwise noted)
  • Please bring any supplies from home you’d like to incorporate into your artwork/s

About Linn-Miller:

Molly Linn-Miller has been working as a registered art therapist for 15 years. She provided art therapy and support for both individuals and groups. She works with a variety of populations including families living with cancer, those recovering from substance abuse, adults with autism and pre-school aged children.

Molly paints large-scale murals and makes mixed-media art using fiber and other natural materials. In addition to art-making she enjoys hiking with her husband, two boys, and pup, Eddy, cooking and eating with her girlfriends and playing ultimate frisbee.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Gilda Reads: Wounded Time 5:30 PM Location Baba Wawa, Clubhouse, 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton July's book is "Wounded" by Percival Everett. We are asking people to provide your own copy of the book. The August title is "The Women" by Kristin Hannah. That meeting will be on Tuesday, August 19th, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday July 9th 2025
Accessible Cooking -A portable and snackable brunch Time 10:15 AM Location Community Room: Gilda's Club 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton

A portable and snackable brunch

In this class, we’ll demonstrate how to make brunch favorites that can be easily portioned and transported. The class will include high-protein vegetable egg bites and homemade granola with yogurt. Food prepared in the class will contain eggs and dairy.

Info & Registration
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Everyday Adventures: Arboretum Hike Time 4:00 PM Location UW Arboretum (1207 Seminole Hwy, Madison, WI 53711)

Wednesday, July 9th

4-5:30pm

Join us for a summer hike through the UW Arboretum. We will meet on the stairs of the visitor center located in the middle of the park. We will explore the trails of the park during this hike.

Please wear appropriate footwear and bring water. Bathrooms may not be available during this time, please come prepared.

Info & Registration
Thursday July 10th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

Info & Registration
Young Adult Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 2nd Thursday @ 6pm - 7:30pm via Zoom    

  

This networking group is for young adults (ages 18-45) in Wisconsin that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your experience. This group gives young adults the opportunity to meet others similar to themselves, and like all of our support groups is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org



   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Friday July 11th 2025
SOCIAL: Pontoon Porch Outing Time 9:00 AM Location Pontoon Porch: on Lake Monona

Pontoon Porch Outing

9am - 11am on Friday, July 11


Join us for a shift in perspective!

See Madison from a 2 story pontoon on Lake Monona. Pontoon Porch is a floating two-level boat with a screened in porch and enough space for up to 30 passengers.

We will bring some brunch items. The boat has a fully functioning bathroom with sink and toilet. The boat is wheelchair accessible.

The creator and owner of Pontoon Porch Joe Shulla says, “My boats provide something for everyone. If you love the outdoors this, is perfect. If you prefer to stay home on your porch without the bugs, this is perfect too.”

Learn more about the Pontoon Porch https://pontoonporch.com/about/#
Info & Registration
Saturday July 12th 2025
Write to Heal Time 9:00 AM Location Zoom

Monthly on 2nd Sat @ 9am-10:30am CT via Zoom

Have you or someone you love experienced cancer? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with either your own health issues or another person's as their caregiver? Do you believe in the power of story and its healing ability? Narrative medicine can empower people to speak and write their truth. Through the experience of being vulnerable and sharing your own story, you may find a common bond with others.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

What You'll Need:

  • Pens, pencils, or whatever writing tool you like
  • Paper/journal
  • Laptop/tablet if you prefer to type

About the Facilitator:

Jamie Steckelberg is a ten-year cancer survivor and Gilda’s Club member. She also was a caregiver for both parents Bob and Elma during their cancer journeys. During chemotherapy while perusing the books at Gilda’s, she encountered a book entitled When Words Heal by Sharon Bray on how to create and facilitate writing groups using the Amherst Writer and Artist method. Within months after chemo had ended, she became an Amherst Writer and Artist facilitator of Write to Heal, a writing group for cancer survivors and caregivers at Gilda’s Club in Middleton, WI. Her daughter Josie has been an integral part of Jamie’s healing not only through shaving her own head but also by painting and pouring mud on her mother’s head. A poet and English Instructor at Madison College, Jamie also enjoys thrifting and creating art with Josie.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Monday July 14th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Blood Cancer Support Time 5:30 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 2nd Monday @ 5:30pm - 7pm via Zoom

This group is for anyone with a blood cancer (leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma) and their supporters. A space to ask questions, share resources and be with others who understand.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.


This group is made possible, in part, by a grant from Incyte.

Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Living with Loss Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Living with Loss Support Group

Second Monday of the Month from 6-7:30pm virtually

Support group for adults who are grieving a death due to cancer. Come together with others who are also experiencing a loss, to support one another and gain understanding of your own grief.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club's professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to those within the state of Wisconsin.

Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.


Info & Registration
Tuesday July 15th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Therapeutic Art: Ephemeral Art Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562)

Tues, July 15 @ 10am-12pm

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562

Description:

Come join fellow Gilda’s Club members for an art workshop dedicated to mindfulness and letting go. Relax your heart and mind while you explore a variety of natural and man-made materials to build an ephemeral artwork. Whether you make a zen garden or a mandala, this process will give you an opportunity to slow down, reduce stress and focus on the here and now through tactile sensations. Practice letting go by taking your artwork apart before you leave.

Spaces are limited & registration is required.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Please Note:

  • SUMMER ART workshops will be held OUTDOORS on the Gilda’s Club patio through the summer season, unless weather is inclement.Please dress for the weather.
  • Art materials are provided (unless otherwise noted)
  • Please bring any supplies from home you’d like to incorporate into your artwork/s

About Linn-Miller:

Molly Linn-Miller has been working as a registered art therapist for 15 years. She provided art therapy and support for both individuals and groups. She works with a variety of populations including families living with cancer, those recovering from substance abuse, adults with autism and pre-school aged children.

Molly paints large-scale murals and makes mixed-media art using fiber and other natural materials. In addition to art-making she enjoys hiking with her husband, two boys, and pup, Eddy, cooking and eating with her girlfriends and playing ultimate frisbee.

Info & Registration
Moving Forward Time 12:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

NEW DAY AND TIME STARTING TUESDAY, MARCH 18

Meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday from NOON to 1pm

 Monthly gathering for those who have completed treatment- weeks, or years ago. There will be discussions and presentations focusing on your survivorship, and its challenges.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday July 16th 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Prostate Support Group Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets Monthly: 3rd Wednesday, 6-7:30 pm

   

Support group for anyone who has received a prostate cancer diagnosis. Open to anyone at any stage.    

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Special Speaker

6/18

Javier Enrique Santiago, M.D.

University of Wisconsin | Department of Urology



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Thursday July 17th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

Info & Registration
Sensory Strategies for Relaxation Time 3:00 PM Location Gilda's Club, 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton

Tune into your senses. Find your calm

Discover how sensory strategies can help you reconnect with the body, ease stress, and boost mood. Understand how the sensory environment and your sensory system have a direct impact on your mental health. Together, we will explore gentle, grounding, and practical sensory tools and mindful awareness practices that nurture emotional resilience, helping you feel more centered every day.

For all ability levels. No special equipment needed - just bring your curiosity and open minds!

Facilitators: Maddie Caples and Erin Custod are second-year occupational therapy students at UW-Madison. They are both passionate about how the sensory system affects the body and mind in times of distress. They will help you build your own sensory toolkit for self-care by creating opportunities to explore what feels supportive to you.

Info & Registration
Every Day Counts (PUBLIC) Time 6:00 PM Location ZOOM

Thursday, July 17 @6-7pm

Via Zoom

Lifestyle and Metastatic Breast Cancer: What Do We Know? What Do We Need to Know?

This event will provide information on lifestyle and metastatic breast cancer, as well as review results of a recent study carried out by researchers at the Medical College of Wisconsin and Loyola University Chicago.

Dr. Melinda Stolley is a clinical psychologist and lifestyle medicine researcher at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Patricia Sheean is a nutrition scientist and registered dietitian at Loyola University Chicago. They work together to develop and test lifestyle programs for cancer survivors. Their most recent program, Every Day Counts, was developed with and for women with metastatic breast cancer with the goal of building strength, reducing fatigue and improving overall quality of life.

Info & Registration
Monday July 21st 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Mindfulness Time 6:00 PM Location ZOOM

Mindfulness Series

Mondays, 6-7 pm on ZOOM

July 21 - Aug. 11

Week 1: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

Week 2: Being with Emotions

Week 3: The Wise Heart

Week 4: Meeting Whatever Comes Up with Mindfulness

We’ll learn how to gently pay attention to the present moment, just as it is.

Mindfulness helps us meet whatever shows up—thoughts, emotions, or body sensations—with curiosity, compassion, and awareness.

This class is not about clearing the mind or feeling a certain way. Instead, we’ll explore how to stay present with whatever comes up—pleasant or unpleasant—and respond with care rather than reactivity.

Through guided practices and group sharing, we’ll build tools to stay grounded in daily life, even when things feel uncertain or difficult. Whether you're new to meditation or returning to it, this class offers a supportive space to slow down, listen inward, and connect with your own inner resources.

Info & Registration
Tuesday July 22nd 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday July 23rd 2025
Men's Brunch Time 9:30 AM Location Community Room

Men's Brunch

4th Wednesday of Each Month

9:30-11am

Meet in the Gilda's Club Community Room

(for men with a cancer diagnosis)

Join us for an in person, Gilda's Club brunch.

Open to any man who has been given a cancer diagnosis. Come to enjoy food and community with others.

Together we will enjoy a light brunch then take some time to get to know one another. There is no agenda for this gathering, other than meeting others.


Info & Registration
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Recurrent & Metastatic Cancer Support Time 5:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

4th Wednesday of Each Month from 5-6:30PM via zoom

This Recurrent & Metastatic Cancer Support Group provides mutual support and information for people with recurrent and metastatic cancer. The group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional. Discussion is focused on current issues faced by people with recurrent and metastatic cancer.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org

   


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Thursday July 24th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

Info & Registration
Creating Healthy Habits Time 3:00 PM Location Gilda's Club, 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton Creating Healthy Habits July 24, 2025 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM In-person Maddie Hyland and Dani Wild Thursday, 3-4 PM Small steps to meaningful change Discover how to build healthy habits that fit your life - whether you’re living with or beyond cancer, or supporting someone you love. Together, we will explore practical strategies to set realistic goals, overcome common barriers, and create daily routines that nurture your body and mind. You will also create your own habit board - a simple visual tool to help you track progress, celebrate successes, and stay motivated. For all ability levels. No special equipment needed - just bring your curiosity and open minds! Facilitators: Maddie Hyland and Dani Wild are second-year occupational therapy students at UW-Madison. They will help you create habits that support your healing and well-being using evidence-based approaches and real-life tips. Info & Registration
GI Cancer Support Group Time 4:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links


New Day and Time

Monthly Group Meeting 

4th Thursday: 4:00pm-5:30 PM Virtually


Support for people with GI cancer diagnosis and their supporters. This includes cancers of the esophagus, pancreas, stomach, colon, rectum, anus, liver, biliary system, and small intestine.

Come to share resources, ask questions, and be with people who have been through similar experiences.



This group is sponsored by Exact Sciences.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Gynecological Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets monthly on the 4th Thursday from 6pm - 7:30pm

   

Support group for anyone who has received a gynecological cancer diagnosis.  Open to anyone, at any stage, or time in/out of treatment. Come to ask questions, share your experience, support one another, and feel supported.


   

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

   
   
   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Young Adult Cancer Group: Check-In Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 4th Thursday @ 6pm - 7:00pm via Zoom        

          

This is an additional opportunity for us to check-in with each other in a small group setting. This group is for young adults (ages 18-45) in Wisconsin that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your experience. This group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Registered attendees will receive instructions and link to join the meeting via email.

Questions? Email: program@gildasclubmadison.org.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Monday July 28th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Mindfulness Time 6:00 PM Location ZOOM

Mindfulness Series

Mondays, 6-7 pm on ZOOM

July 21 - Aug. 11

Week 1: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

Week 2: Being with Emotions

Week 3: The Wise Heart

Week 4: Meeting Whatever Comes Up with Mindfulness

We’ll learn how to gently pay attention to the present moment, just as it is.

Mindfulness helps us meet whatever shows up—thoughts, emotions, or body sensations—with curiosity, compassion, and awareness.

This class is not about clearing the mind or feeling a certain way. Instead, we’ll explore how to stay present with whatever comes up—pleasant or unpleasant—and respond with care rather than reactivity.

Through guided practices and group sharing, we’ll build tools to stay grounded in daily life, even when things feel uncertain or difficult. Whether you're new to meditation or returning to it, this class offers a supportive space to slow down, listen inward, and connect with your own inner resources.

Info & Registration
Parents and Caregivers of Young Kids with Cancer Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

This virtual support group takes place on the 4th Monday of the month and is supportive space to connect with parents and caregivers of a child or teen, under the age of 18, in treatment for cancer or has completed treatment for cancer. The group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org

Registration is required--please email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call Elizabeth at 608-828-8875 to sign up. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.

Info & Registration
Tuesday July 29th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Therapeutic Art: Tie-Dye Art Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562)

Tues, July 29 @ 10am-12pm

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562

Description:

Join fellow Gilda’s Club members in this popular outdoor summer art workshop to try your hand at tie-dye. Learn basic tie-dye techniques using fabrics of your choice and take home a one-of-a-kind artwork. As we work, we will explore the theme of change. What is something in your life you’d like to change to make more colorful?

Spaces are limited & registration is required.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Please Note:

  • **PLEASE BRING at least one WASHED WHITE/LIGHT COLORED FABRIC to tie-dye (T-shirt, scarf/bandanna, etc.)
  • SUMMER ART workshops will be held OUTDOORS on the Gilda’s Club patio through the summer season, unless weather is inclement.Please dress for the weather.
  • Art materials are provided (unless otherwise noted)

About Linn-Miller:

Molly Linn-Miller has been working as a registered art therapist for 15 years. She provided art therapy and support for both individuals and groups. She works with a variety of populations including families living with cancer, those recovering from substance abuse, adults with autism and pre-school aged children.

Molly paints large-scale murals and makes mixed-media art using fiber and other natural materials. In addition to art-making she enjoys hiking with her husband, two boys, and pup, Eddy, cooking and eating with her girlfriends and playing ultimate frisbee.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tough Friends Art Club for Young Adults (July 29, 2025) - Diamond Painting Time 6:30 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

@ 4:30-6:30pm Pacific / 6:30-8:30pm Central / 7:30-9:30pm Eastern

An interactive online workshop where you'll learn about an artist and their creative process, create your own art, and meet some awesome young adult cancer friends. Plus there will be opportunities to win prizes!

This event is for young adults (ages 18-45) that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your cancer experience.

Presented by Gilda's Club Madison and Gilda's Club Middle Tennessee.

Theme:Diamond Painting

  • Registrants in the United States will receive a supply kit in the mail.

Space is limited and registration is required.

This Workshop is now FULL

Waiting List: To sign up for our waiting list and receive notifications about future workshops, please complete this form.

Questions? Email marc@gildasclubmadison.org


Materials You'll Need:

  • Mailed diamond painting supplies
  • Blank paper and a marker/pen/or pencil for other activities

About Our Host: Chelsey Gomez

Chelsey Gomez is a 34 year old artist and two time cancer survivor of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. She is the owner of the cancer awareness brand “Ohyouresotough” which sells humorous nontraditional cancer products on Etsy. She has also developed an online community on Instagram, which aims to change the way society views cancer patients, especially young adult cancer patients. She resides in Florida with her husband Michael and her 9 year old daughter Luna.




Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday July 30th 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Tough Friends Art Club for Young Adults (July 30, 2025) - Diamond Painting Time 6:30 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

@ 4:30-6:30pm Pacific / 6:30-8:30pm Central / 7:30-9:30pm Eastern

An interactive online workshop where you'll learn about an artist and their creative process, create your own art, and meet some awesome young adult cancer friends. Plus there will be opportunities to win prizes!

This event is for young adults (ages 18-45) that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your cancer experience.

Presented by Gilda's Club Madison and Gilda's Club Middle Tennessee.

Theme:Diamond Painting

  • Registrants in the United States will receive a supply kit in the mail.

Space is limited and registration is required.

This Workshop is now FULL

Waiting List: To sign up for our waiting list and receive notifications about future workshops, please complete this form.

Questions? Email marc@gildasclubmadison.org


Materials You'll Need:

  • Mailed diamond painting supplies
  • Blank paper and a marker/pen/or pencil for other activities

About Our Host: Chelsey Gomez

Chelsey Gomez is a 34 year old artist and two time cancer survivor of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. She is the owner of the cancer awareness brand “Ohyouresotough” which sells humorous nontraditional cancer products on Etsy. She has also developed an online community on Instagram, which aims to change the way society views cancer patients, especially young adult cancer patients. She resides in Florida with her husband Michael and her 9 year old daughter Luna.




Info & Registration
Thursday July 31st 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

Info & Registration
Virtual Donor Town Hall 2025 Time 5:30 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Thursday, July 31 via Zoom

5:30-6:30 pm CT

We would love to see you at our upcoming Virtual Donor Town Hall. At the town hall, you'll get an update on our programs, learn about our plans for the future, and hear from a few of our members. You'll have the chance to ask questions and learn how we continue to evolve to best meet the needs of our members. We'd love to see you there so that you can see the impact you have on families in Wisconsin!

Questions? Contact Lindsey Dalton at lindsey@gildasclubmadison.org or (608)828-8862.

Info & Registration
Monday August 4th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Mindfulness Time 6:00 PM Location ZOOM

Mindfulness Series

Mondays, 6-7 pm on ZOOM

July 21 - Aug. 11

Week 1: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

Week 2: Being with Emotions

Week 3: The Wise Heart

Week 4: Meeting Whatever Comes Up with Mindfulness

We’ll learn how to gently pay attention to the present moment, just as it is.

Mindfulness helps us meet whatever shows up—thoughts, emotions, or body sensations—with curiosity, compassion, and awareness.

This class is not about clearing the mind or feeling a certain way. Instead, we’ll explore how to stay present with whatever comes up—pleasant or unpleasant—and respond with care rather than reactivity.

Through guided practices and group sharing, we’ll build tools to stay grounded in daily life, even when things feel uncertain or difficult. Whether you're new to meditation or returning to it, this class offers a supportive space to slow down, listen inward, and connect with your own inner resources.

Info & Registration
Tuesday August 5th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Accessible Cooking: Fresh summer lunch Time 11:30 AM Location Community Room: 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton Fresh summer lunch ? Mediterranean Pearl Couscous Salad with Raw Zucchini and Feta ? No-knead Focaccia ? Watermelon Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday August 6th 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Thursday August 7th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

Info & Registration
Breast Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets Monthly on the 1st Thursday @ 6pm - 7:30pm via Zoom

   

This group is for anyone with a breast cancer diagnosis or who has completed treatment. All stages welcome. Come to connect with others, gather resources, ask questions, and feel supported by others who understand.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org


Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Friday August 8th 2025
Everyday Adventures: Summer Butterflies Hike Time 10:30 AM Location Walking Iron County Park: 6064 Beckman Road, Mazomanie, WI 53560

    Friday, August 8, 2025 @ 10:30am-12pm

Walking Iron County Park

6064 Beckman Rd Mazomanie, WI 53560


Join Gilda's Club staff on a guided summer butterflies hike.  

The trail at Walking Iron County Park is wide and flat. We'll have an optional additional trek onto a more narrow, uneven section of the trail. We'll hike approximately 1.5 miles depending on our pace and how much we see. Our naturalist hikes are slow with plenty of pauses so that we can take in all of the little details in nature. 

Questions? Contact Elizabeth at elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or 608-828-8875

Info & Registration
Saturday August 9th 2025
Write to Heal Time 9:00 AM Location Zoom

Monthly on 2nd Sat @ 9am-10:30am CT via Zoom

Have you or someone you love experienced cancer? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with either your own health issues or another person's as their caregiver? Do you believe in the power of story and its healing ability? Narrative medicine can empower people to speak and write their truth. Through the experience of being vulnerable and sharing your own story, you may find a common bond with others.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

What You'll Need:

  • Pens, pencils, or whatever writing tool you like
  • Paper/journal
  • Laptop/tablet if you prefer to type

About the Facilitator:

Jamie Steckelberg is a ten-year cancer survivor and Gilda’s Club member. She also was a caregiver for both parents Bob and Elma during their cancer journeys. During chemotherapy while perusing the books at Gilda’s, she encountered a book entitled When Words Heal by Sharon Bray on how to create and facilitate writing groups using the Amherst Writer and Artist method. Within months after chemo had ended, she became an Amherst Writer and Artist facilitator of Write to Heal, a writing group for cancer survivors and caregivers at Gilda’s Club in Middleton, WI. Her daughter Josie has been an integral part of Jamie’s healing not only through shaving her own head but also by painting and pouring mud on her mother’s head. A poet and English Instructor at Madison College, Jamie also enjoys thrifting and creating art with Josie.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Monday August 11th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Blood Cancer Support Time 5:30 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 2nd Monday @ 5:30pm - 7pm via Zoom

This group is for anyone with a blood cancer (leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma) and their supporters. A space to ask questions, share resources and be with others who understand.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.


This group is made possible, in part, by a grant from Incyte.

Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Living with Loss Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Living with Loss Support Group

Second Monday of the Month from 6-7:30pm virtually

Support group for adults who are grieving a death due to cancer. Come together with others who are also experiencing a loss, to support one another and gain understanding of your own grief.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club's professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to those within the state of Wisconsin.

Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.


Info & Registration
Mindfulness Time 6:00 PM Location ZOOM

Mindfulness Series

Mondays, 6-7 pm on ZOOM

July 21 - Aug. 11

Week 1: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

Week 2: Being with Emotions

Week 3: The Wise Heart

Week 4: Meeting Whatever Comes Up with Mindfulness

We’ll learn how to gently pay attention to the present moment, just as it is.

Mindfulness helps us meet whatever shows up—thoughts, emotions, or body sensations—with curiosity, compassion, and awareness.

This class is not about clearing the mind or feeling a certain way. Instead, we’ll explore how to stay present with whatever comes up—pleasant or unpleasant—and respond with care rather than reactivity.

Through guided practices and group sharing, we’ll build tools to stay grounded in daily life, even when things feel uncertain or difficult. Whether you're new to meditation or returning to it, this class offers a supportive space to slow down, listen inward, and connect with your own inner resources.

Info & Registration
Tuesday August 12th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday August 13th 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Thursday August 14th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

Info & Registration
Ice Cream Social Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Backyard

Ice Cream Social

Thursday, August 14th 5:30-7pm

Join us in the Gilda's Club Backyard for an evening of ice cream treats and backyard games.

Info & Registration
Young Adult Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 2nd Thursday @ 6pm - 7:30pm via Zoom    

  

This networking group is for young adults (ages 18-45) in Wisconsin that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your experience. This group gives young adults the opportunity to meet others similar to themselves, and like all of our support groups is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org



   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Monday August 18th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Tuesday August 19th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Therapeutic Art: Acrylic Pour Painting Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562)

Tues, August 19 @ 10am-12pm

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562

Description:

Join fellow Gilda’s club members in this popular outdoor summer art workshop to try your hand at acrylic pour painting. As we explore this painting technique, we will explore the themes of mindfulness and letting go of control.

Spaces are limited & registration is required.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Please Note:

  • SUMMER ART workshops will be held OUTDOORS on the Gilda’s Club patio through the summer season, unless weather is inclement.Please dress for the weather.
  • We will be exploring a variety of techniques and materials to give you the opportunity to create a one-of-a kind project.
  • Art materials are provided (unless otherwise noted)
  • Please bring any supplies from home you’d like to incorporate into your artwork/s

About Linn-Miller:

Molly Linn-Miller has been working as a registered art therapist for 15 years. She provided art therapy and support for both individuals and groups. She works with a variety of populations including families living with cancer, those recovering from substance abuse, adults with autism and pre-school aged children.

Molly paints large-scale murals and makes mixed-media art using fiber and other natural materials. In addition to art-making she enjoys hiking with her husband, two boys, and pup, Eddy, cooking and eating with her girlfriends and playing ultimate frisbee.

Info & Registration
Gilda Reads: The Women Time 11:30 AM Location Baba Wawa, Clubhouse 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton The August title is "The Women" by Kristin Hannah. We are hopeful to get the book club kit from the library, and books should be available no later than July 31. Info & Registration
Moving Forward Time 12:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

NEW DAY AND TIME STARTING TUESDAY, MARCH 18

Meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday from NOON to 1pm

 Monthly gathering for those who have completed treatment- weeks, or years ago. There will be discussions and presentations focusing on your survivorship, and its challenges.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
The Power of Produce: Simple Summer Harvest Dishes for Wellness Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club Madison, 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton, WI 53562

Tues, Aug 19 @ 12pm-1:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562

Join the UW Health Culinary Medicine team as they explore the amazing in season foods. We will explore what is at the farmers market, provide nutrition benefits of the fruits and vegetables in season, as well as continuing to support patient protein needs by providing information on adjusting protein and calorie content in recipes.

The menu will include a watermelon cocktail, Caprese  skewers, and veggie/quinoa tabbouleh.

You will have the opportunity to learn, chat, and enjoy the delicious food.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday August 20th 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


Info & Registration
Prostate Support Group Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets Monthly: 3rd Wednesday, 6-7:30 pm

   

Support group for anyone who has received a prostate cancer diagnosis. Open to anyone at any stage.    

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Special Speaker

6/18

Javier Enrique Santiago, M.D.

University of Wisconsin | Department of Urology



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Thursday August 21st 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

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Friday August 22nd 2025
Everyday Adventures: Healing with Horses Time 9:30 AM Location Five Bridges Farm: 2797 Lalor Rd., Oregon, WI

Friday, Aug. 22, 2025

@ 9:30-11:30am

Five Bridges Farm, 2797 Lalor Road, Oregon WI 53575

Description:

A sacred circle for healing your heart and mind, a time to get away from daily life, unwind, and let go. Equine Gestalt Coaching is a trauma-informed, alternative mode of healing among horses that promises to leave you feeling lighter. You will not forget the lessons you learn alongside these majestic creatures.

We will not be riding during this session. All work is done from the ground.

Please note, we will be outdoors. Please bring a folding chair.  Dress for the weather, Sunscreen, water bottles, and sunshirt/ shade are advised.

Questions? Please contact program@gildasclubmadison.org

For more information, please go to www.SeaHorseHealing.com


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Monday August 25th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

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Parents and Caregivers of Young Kids with Cancer Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

This virtual support group takes place on the 4th Monday of the month and is supportive space to connect with parents and caregivers of a child or teen, under the age of 18, in treatment for cancer or has completed treatment for cancer. The group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org

Registration is required--please email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call Elizabeth at 608-828-8875 to sign up. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.

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Tuesday August 26th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Therapeutic Art: Suncatchers Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562)

Tues, August 26 @ 10am-12pm

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562

Description:

Join fellow Gilda’s club members in this outdoor summer art workshop to build a suncatcher. Bring in a little light into your morning with this fun, whimsy project. Use a variety of art materials such as beads, gems and wire to display in a spot you will enjoy. We will explore the theme of light and hope

Spaces are limited & registration is required.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Please Note:

  • SUMMER ART workshops will be held OUTDOORS on the Gilda’s Club patio through the summer season, unless weather is inclement.Please dress for the weather.
  • We will be exploring a variety of techniques and materials to give you the opportunity to create a one-of-a kind project.
  • Art materials are provided (unless otherwise noted)
  • Please bring any supplies from home you’d like to incorporate into your artwork/s

About Linn-Miller:

Molly Linn-Miller has been working as a registered art therapist for 15 years. She provided art therapy and support for both individuals and groups. She works with a variety of populations including families living with cancer, those recovering from substance abuse, adults with autism and pre-school aged children.

Molly paints large-scale murals and makes mixed-media art using fiber and other natural materials. In addition to art-making she enjoys hiking with her husband, two boys, and pup, Eddy, cooking and eating with her girlfriends and playing ultimate frisbee.

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Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Young Adult Game Night Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Next Game Night: Tuesday, August 26

@ 5 - 6:30 pm PT | 7 - 8:30 pm CT | 8 - 9:30 pm ET

(Bi-monthly in 2025 on Tuesdays: February 25, April 22, June 24, August 26, October 28)

Join us virtually for games, trivia, and social connection! Young Adults, ages 18-40, currently or previously diagnosed with cancer and Young Adult caregivers to a loved one with cancer are welcome. Join via Zoom and have a second device (tablet or cellphone) ready for trivia. No experience necessary! Opportunities for prizes!

Presented by Cancer Support Community Los Angeles


To register visit this page!

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Wednesday August 27th 2025
Men's Brunch Time 9:30 AM Location Community Room

Men's Brunch

4th Wednesday of Each Month

9:30-11am

Meet in the Gilda's Club Community Room

(for men with a cancer diagnosis)

Join us for an in person, Gilda's Club brunch.

Open to any man who has been given a cancer diagnosis. Come to enjoy food and community with others.

Together we will enjoy a light brunch then take some time to get to know one another. There is no agenda for this gathering, other than meeting others.


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Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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KnitKarma Time 1:00 PM

Wednesdays @1:30-2:30pm

In Person at Gilda's Club

Knitting can decrease stress, increase self-esteem, and improve focus and memory. It is not about performance or perfection. Gilda's Knit Karma Club serves as a welcome opportunity to experience the health benefits of knitting while finding friendship along the way.

All fiber artists are welcome!  Crochet, embroidery, slow stitching, you name it!

Snag a beverage, perhaps a snack and join us.

Bring your own project, or we have yarn, needles and ideas.  All skill levels are welcome.

From our instructor Shari Porte "I began knitting in my 30's. Over the years, I have knitted many sweaters that are a bit oversized, scarves that are a tad too long, and gloves that are fingerless. I am an above average knitter but not a master knitter. Present day, I like to keep it simpler and knit straightforward scarves while I stream. I am looking forward to meeting up with other knitters, marveling at their choices of color and texture, and helping to rescue a dropped stitch or two :-)"


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Recurrent & Metastatic Cancer Support Time 5:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

4th Wednesday of Each Month from 5-6:30PM via zoom

This Recurrent & Metastatic Cancer Support Group provides mutual support and information for people with recurrent and metastatic cancer. The group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional. Discussion is focused on current issues faced by people with recurrent and metastatic cancer.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org

   


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Thursday August 28th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

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GI Cancer Support Group Time 4:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links


New Day and Time

Monthly Group Meeting 

4th Thursday: 4:00pm-5:30 PM Virtually


Support for people with GI cancer diagnosis and their supporters. This includes cancers of the esophagus, pancreas, stomach, colon, rectum, anus, liver, biliary system, and small intestine.

Come to share resources, ask questions, and be with people who have been through similar experiences.



This group is sponsored by Exact Sciences.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Gynecological Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets monthly on the 4th Thursday from 6pm - 7:30pm

   

Support group for anyone who has received a gynecological cancer diagnosis.  Open to anyone, at any stage, or time in/out of treatment. Come to ask questions, share your experience, support one another, and feel supported.


   

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

   
   
   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Young Adult Cancer Group: Check-In Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 4th Thursday @ 6pm - 7:00pm via Zoom        

          

This is an additional opportunity for us to check-in with each other in a small group setting. This group is for young adults (ages 18-45) in Wisconsin that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your experience. This group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Registered attendees will receive instructions and link to join the meeting via email.

Questions? Email: program@gildasclubmadison.org.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Monday September 1st 2025
Closed in observance of Labor Day Time 12:00 AM On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tuesday September 2nd 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Wednesday September 3rd 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Thursday September 4th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

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Advance Care Planning (PUBLIC) Time 3:00 PM Location Gilda’s Club (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562)

1st Thursdays in March, May, Sept., and Nov. @ 3-4:30pm CT

In Person at Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, WI 53562

THIS WORKSHOP IS OPEN TO ALL INTERESTED PARTICIPANTS!

Make you own health care decisions. Advance care planning is one of the best gifts you can give to yourself and to your loved ones. It takes courage to plan ahead and think about a time in the future when you may not be able to make healthcare decisions for yourself or you are not able to communicate your preferences. By planning ahead, you can find comfort that your current and future care preferences are in writing and will guide your loved ones so they will not have the burden of guessing what you would want during if you could not speak for yourself about medical decisions. Learn more about how you can make your own health care decisions through written and verbal communication with your medical team and family.

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Breast Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets Monthly on the 1st Thursday @ 6pm - 7:30pm via Zoom

   

This group is for anyone with a breast cancer diagnosis or who has completed treatment. All stages welcome. Come to connect with others, gather resources, ask questions, and feel supported by others who understand.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org


Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Monday September 8th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

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Blood Cancer Support Time 5:30 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 2nd Monday @ 5:30pm - 7pm via Zoom

This group is for anyone with a blood cancer (leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma) and their supporters. A space to ask questions, share resources and be with others who understand.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.


This group is made possible, in part, by a grant from Incyte.

Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Living with Loss Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Living with Loss Support Group

Second Monday of the Month from 6-7:30pm virtually

Support group for adults who are grieving a death due to cancer. Come together with others who are also experiencing a loss, to support one another and gain understanding of your own grief.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club's professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to those within the state of Wisconsin.

Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.


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Radical Remissions Series Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Radical Remission: A 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series

Mondays, September 8 – October 6, 2025
6:00–7:30 PM CST | Live on Zoom

Join Manisha Bhargava, Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach and Certified Radical Remission Instructor, for a powerful 5-week virtual workshop series based on Dr. Kelly A. Turner’s bestselling books Radical Remission and Radical Hope. This workshop dives into 10 lifestyle factors uncovered through Dr. Turner’s extensive research into more than 1,500 cases of unexpected cancer remission.

Each session explores two of these healing factors—such as changing your diet, strengthening intuition, and releasing suppressed emotions—through a dynamic blend of scientific research, survivor stories, and experiential practices that bring the content to life. You’ll walk away with meaningful insights, practical tools, and a personalized action plan to support your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

The workshop’s interactive format fosters sharing, connection, and community—providing a supportive space to learn and grow alongside others on a healing journey. For many, this becomes the first step in joining a long-term wellness network.

Whether you’re currently facing a health challenge, supporting a loved one, or focused on prevention, this workshop offers safe, empowering strategies to strengthen immune function and enhance overall wellness—relevant for anyone managing or seeking to prevent chronic disease.

Caregivers, family members, and friends are warmly encouraged to attend in support of their loved one’s healing journey.


Info & Registration
Tuesday September 9th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Wednesday September 10th 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Everyday Adventures: Intro to Bikepacking Time 6:00 PM Location Gilda's Club Madison 7907 UW Health Court Middleton

Wednesday, September 10 
@ 6-7pm

Gilda's Club Madison

7907 UW Health Court, Middleton

This Everyday Adventure is all about bikepacking, a fun way to travel to a campsite by bike, camp out, and then bike back home! We'll talk about how to prepare and plan a route, what to bring, and some modifications on how to make this activity accessible for a variety of abilities.

Questions? Email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org

Info & Registration
Thursday September 11th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

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IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

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Young Adult Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 2nd Thursday @ 6pm - 7:30pm via Zoom    

  

This networking group is for young adults (ages 18-45) in Wisconsin that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your experience. This group gives young adults the opportunity to meet others similar to themselves, and like all of our support groups is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org



   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Saturday September 13th 2025
Write to Heal Time 9:00 AM Location Zoom

Monthly on 2nd Sat @ 9am-10:30am CT via Zoom

Have you or someone you love experienced cancer? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with either your own health issues or another person's as their caregiver? Do you believe in the power of story and its healing ability? Narrative medicine can empower people to speak and write their truth. Through the experience of being vulnerable and sharing your own story, you may find a common bond with others.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

What You'll Need:

  • Pens, pencils, or whatever writing tool you like
  • Paper/journal
  • Laptop/tablet if you prefer to type

About the Facilitator:

Jamie Steckelberg is a ten-year cancer survivor and Gilda’s Club member. She also was a caregiver for both parents Bob and Elma during their cancer journeys. During chemotherapy while perusing the books at Gilda’s, she encountered a book entitled When Words Heal by Sharon Bray on how to create and facilitate writing groups using the Amherst Writer and Artist method. Within months after chemo had ended, she became an Amherst Writer and Artist facilitator of Write to Heal, a writing group for cancer survivors and caregivers at Gilda’s Club in Middleton, WI. Her daughter Josie has been an integral part of Jamie’s healing not only through shaving her own head but also by painting and pouring mud on her mother’s head. A poet and English Instructor at Madison College, Jamie also enjoys thrifting and creating art with Josie.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Monday September 15th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

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Tuesday September 16th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Moving Forward Time 12:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

NEW DAY AND TIME STARTING TUESDAY, MARCH 18

Meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday from NOON to 1pm

 Monthly gathering for those who have completed treatment- weeks, or years ago. There will be discussions and presentations focusing on your survivorship, and its challenges.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

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Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Wednesday September 17th 2025
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Pizza Party at the Clubhouse September Social (Open to the Public) Time 5:00 PM Location 7907 UW Health Court, Middleton

Wednesday, September 17 from 5-7pm

Gilda's Club Madison (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI 53562)

Join us for a pizza party social at the clubhouse! All ages are welcome to attend.

Questions? Email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org


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Prostate Support Group Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets Monthly: 3rd Wednesday, 6-7:30 pm

   

Support group for anyone who has received a prostate cancer diagnosis. Open to anyone at any stage.    

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email program@gildasclubmadison.org

Special Speaker

6/18

Javier Enrique Santiago, M.D.

University of Wisconsin | Department of Urology



Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Thursday September 18th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

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IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

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Monday September 22nd 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Parents and Caregivers of Young Kids with Cancer Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

This virtual support group takes place on the 4th Monday of the month and is supportive space to connect with parents and caregivers of a child or teen, under the age of 18, in treatment for cancer or has completed treatment for cancer. The group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org

Registration is required--please email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call Elizabeth at 608-828-8875 to sign up. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.

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Tuesday September 23rd 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Wednesday September 24th 2025
Men's Brunch Time 9:30 AM Location Community Room

Men's Brunch

4th Wednesday of Each Month

9:30-11am

Meet in the Gilda's Club Community Room

(for men with a cancer diagnosis)

Join us for an in person, Gilda's Club brunch.

Open to any man who has been given a cancer diagnosis. Come to enjoy food and community with others.

Together we will enjoy a light brunch then take some time to get to know one another. There is no agenda for this gathering, other than meeting others.


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Relaxation and Guided Imagery Time 12:00 PM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562) OR ZOOM

Every Wednesday @ 12pm - 1pm via In Person or Zoom

NO RGI on 8/7

Activate your relaxation response. Join us for an hour of relaxation. Join us on Zoom or at the clubhouse!

Science has shown guided meditation can be of great benefit. From reducing anxiety and depression, to increasing overall happiness.

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Recurrent & Metastatic Cancer Support Time 5:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

4th Wednesday of Each Month from 5-6:30PM via zoom

This Recurrent & Metastatic Cancer Support Group provides mutual support and information for people with recurrent and metastatic cancer. The group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional. Discussion is focused on current issues faced by people with recurrent and metastatic cancer.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

Questions? Email elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org

   


Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Thursday September 25th 2025
IN PERSON - Cancer Support Group Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda's Club (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

Weekly In-Person Cancer Support Group: 10-11:30am

A weekly support group for anyone with a cancer diagnosis or is within 18 months of completing treatment.

We will meet in person at the clubhouse.

If you are already a member and want to register for this group, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880. If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
IN PERSON: Family & Friends (Drop In) Time 10:00 AM Location Gilda’s Club - Emily Litella Room (7907 UW Health Court Middleton, WI 53562)

In Person: Thursdays from 10-11:30am (Drop In)

(Register and then Meet at Gilda's Club 7907 UW Court, Middleton, WI)

A drop in support group for Gilda's Club members looking to connect with others who are also caregiving or supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. This group is for members who may not be able to commit to a weekly Family and Friends support group, and instead would like to sign up for the days that work for them. After registering, drop into the clubhouse to meet in person.

If you are already a member and want to attend, register on this event page prior to arriving.

If you are not yet a member, please sign up for a new member meeting through the calendar or email us to set up an individual meeting before attending.

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GI Cancer Support Group Time 4:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links


New Day and Time

Monthly Group Meeting 

4th Thursday: 4:00pm-5:30 PM Virtually


Support for people with GI cancer diagnosis and their supporters. This includes cancers of the esophagus, pancreas, stomach, colon, rectum, anus, liver, biliary system, and small intestine.

Come to share resources, ask questions, and be with people who have been through similar experiences.



This group is sponsored by Exact Sciences.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Gynecological Cancer Support Time 6:00 PM Location Zoom

Meets monthly on the 4th Thursday from 6pm - 7:30pm

   

Support group for anyone who has received a gynecological cancer diagnosis.  Open to anyone, at any stage, or time in/out of treatment. Come to ask questions, share your experience, support one another, and feel supported.


   

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.

   
   
   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

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Young Adult Cancer Group: Check-In Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Meets Monthly on the 4th Thursday @ 6pm - 7:00pm via Zoom        

          

This is an additional opportunity for us to check-in with each other in a small group setting. This group is for young adults (ages 18-45) in Wisconsin that have been diagnosed with cancer before age 40—any stage, any cancer, anywhere in your experience. This group is facilitated by a licensed mental health professional.

Registered attendees will receive instructions and link to join the meeting via email.

Questions? Email: program@gildasclubmadison.org.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin.



   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Monday September 29th 2025
Qigong for Health and Vitality Time 9:00 AM Location ZOOM

Mondays, 9-9:45am via Zoom

Set your best intentions.  Release tension.

Qigong (Chi-Gung) helps you cultivate your ‘healer within’, improves your balance and strengthens your immune system with flowing movements and breathwork that connect you to the healing energy of our natural world. Start your week by releasing stagnant energy, finding your flow and nurturing your life’s vitality.


For all ability levels. May be performed standing or sitting. Have your mat handy.


Instructor: Sandy Salvo, is a certified Qigong Instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, as well as a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher. She enjoys helping people find joy in movement and connection with their innate healing powers.

Info & Registration
Tuesday September 30th 2025
Gentle Yoga Time 10:00 AM Location Clubhouse/ Zoom

Tuesdays @ 10am - 11:15am at the Clubhouse or on Zoom        

LEE DRAPP

   

A gentle exploration of mind and body through a gentle yoga practice.

This is your time to share, breathe, move, and relax with alignment yoga. All skill levels are welcome.



   

Join us on Zoom or at the Clubhouse!

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.



Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration
Family Night Dinner Time 5:30 PM Location Gilda's Club Clubhouse (7907 UW Health Court, Middleton WI)

Family Night

Tuesdays 5:30PM - 7PM

A 10 week program for families impacted by cancer.

If you and your family have been impacted by cancer, this is a space to connect with other families.

Join us at 5:30PM for an optional family meal. At 6:00PM everyone will join their separate support groups.

During this time we offer groups for kids and teens of all ages to connect with other kids/teens who have a connection to a cancer diagnosis.

We provide a space for their supporting adults to connect with one another through a Cancer Support Group or Family and Friends Support Group.

If you, your kids or teens, are interested in joining our family night, please email Elizabeth@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8875

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Family and Friends Time 6:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Weekly Family & Friends Support Group: 6:00pm-7:30PM Virtually

This support group is for loved ones supporting someone with a cancer diagnosis. Come to be supported by others in the same role.

Due to licensing restrictions, all of Gilda's Club professionally-facilitated support groups are limited to people living in the state of Wisconsin. To register please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call (608) 828-8880.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

On-line Registration is not currently active for this event. Info & Registration
Tai Chi: Evenings Time 7:00 PM Location Virtual - assigned links

Every Tuesday @ 7 pm via Zoom    

A short (14 minute) practice to breathe, and move.

Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade or Eight Skilken Movements) is one of the most common forms of Tai Chi exercise that serves to improve human health. A complete Baduanjin includes eight separate exercises, each addressing a different physical area and qi meridian. In traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians support the flow of qi and other fundamental substances in the body.

Studies show that practicing Baduanjin regularly is beneficial for quality of life, sleep quality, balance, handgrip strength, trunk flexibility, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and resting heart rate.

   

Registration is required to receive the zoom link. Links and meeting info are sent to registrants the morning of the event.





Zoom access is provided, in part, by our Technology Sponsor UW Health Carbone Cancer Center.

Info & Registration