Past Events

MARCH 2006

March 28th OVCA Support Group
"Massage Therapy"
5-7pm at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

APRIL 2006

April 8th 9th Annual Teal Magnolia Luncheon

Click here for more information

 

April 15th Space Coast Lunch Bunch
Join us at Stuart's Bistro in Indialantic at 11:30am
Directions provided here

RSVP Rina Harrington here by April 12th

 

April 19th

Telephone Conference
"Improving Your Chemotherapy Experience"
1:30- 2:30 ET
No phone charges apply. Sponsored by CancerCare, Inc. Register by calling 800-813-HOPE or 212-712-8080 or online at www.cancercare.org . After you have registered, you will receive a packet of information and instructions.

 

April 24th

OCAF Lynx Bus Logo Revealing
Join other OCAF members at 10 a.m. at the TD Waterhouse West Side Parking Lot in Orlando, FL for the unveiling of the OCAF logo on one of the Lynx buses! For more information please visit the article on the main page of this site.

 

April 25th Orlando Lunch Bunch
Come join us for lots of laughter and fellowship at Gina's Lakeside Grill at 12:30pm.

Please RSVP to Jeanne Lowke at 352-383-9719, or email rlowke1@comcast.net.
 

April 25th

OVCA Support Group
Dr. John J Bomalaski  Photo of Dr. John Bomalaski
Gynecological Oncologist of Brevard
"Decision Making in Recurrent Ovarian Cancer"   

5-7pm at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

 

MAY 2006

May 5th

Workshop for Ovarian Cancer- Sarasota, FL
"A Patient's Active Guide to Living With Ovarian Cancer," at 10 a.m. May 5.

The workshop will be led by Dr. James V. Fiorica of the First Physicians Group of Sarasota and Sarasota Memorial Health Care System. He will explore new ways to improve the quality of life during and after treatment.

For more information, visit www.thewellness community.org

May 13th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch
Join us at Salt & Sweet Restaurant in Melbourne at 11:30am, directions provided here

Bring your family and friends!

RSVP with Rina at rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

May 13th

Hold a Blue Hydrangea Tea Party and Raise Money for NOCC

Jennie Hudgins and Elizabeth McCune are the sister and daughter of Ann McCune, who died in 2002 after a 5 year struggle with ovarian cancer. In her honor, they have developed the concept of a “Blue Hydrangea Tea Party” as a way for women throughout the country to gather locally and host parties to raise awareness about ovarian cancer and financially support their favorite ovarian cancer organization.

 

Saturday, May 13th at 3 o’clock in the afternoon is the designated day and time for this year’s event. Guests are asked to bring a monetary donation in lieu of a hostess gift and each hostess may direct the donations to the ovarian cancer agency of her choice. To register your party and receive information and instructions, go to www.bluehydrangeateaparty.org.

 

May 16th

CancerCare Telephone Education Workshop
Part I - "Finding New Ways to Cope with Fatigue"

A free Telephone Education Workshop for people living with cancer, their families, friends and health professionals

Tuesday, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Eastern Time

All you need is a telephone to participate.  Participation is free and no phone charges apply.
You can register online at www.cancercare.org.  After you have registered, you will receive a
packet of information and instructions.

For more information, call CancerCare at 800-813-HOPE, 212-712-8080, visit their website at
www.cancercare.org, or email them at teled@cancercare.org.
 

May 30th OVCA Support Group
"Enjoying Life"
A joint meeting with Women to Women
5-7pm at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

JUNE 2006

June 10th

Lake County Lunch Bunch
The Lake County group will meet at 12:00 pm at the Olive Garden Restaurant, 10026 U.S. Highway 441, Leesburg, FL. 

RSVP by Friday, June 9, to Jeanne Lowke at rlowke1@comcast.net or 352-383-9719, or call the OCAF office at 407-339-0024
 

June 13th

CancerCare Telephone Education Workshop
Part II - The Facts About Anemia and Fatigue

A free Telephone Education Workshop for people living with cancer, their families, friends and health professionals

Tuesday, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Eastern Time

All you need is a telephone to participate.  Participation is free and no phone charges apply.
You can register online at www.cancercare.org.  After you have registered, you will receive a
packet of information and instructions.

For more information, call CancerCare at 800-813-HOPE, 212-712-8080, visit their website at
www.cancercare.org, or email them at teled@cancercare.org.

 

June 17th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch
Please join our group at 11:30 at Skewer's Restaurant at 144 Fifth Ave., Indialantic for some delicious Lebanese and other Middle Eastern dishes.  Bring friends and family!

Please RSVP to Rina Harrington at rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

June 27th

OVCA Support Group
Tai Chi or Yoga
Alice Robbins-Fox "Shares Her Trip"
For more information, contact Alice Spinelli, ARNP at 321-434-7262

5-7pm at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

 

June 27th

Orlando Lunch Bunch
The Orlando group will meet at Gina's on the Water, 309 Crane's Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs,FL. 

RSVP by Monday, June 26, to Jeanne Lowke at rlowke1@comcast.net or 352-383-9719, or call
the OCAF office at 407-339-0024

JULY 2006

July 22nd

2nd Annual Teal Ribbon Run To Overcome Ovarian Cancer- St. Cloud, FL

"Come out and run/walk with us for our 2nd Annual Teal Ribbon 5k Run/Walk to Overcome Ovarian Cancer. This will be our biggest and best event of the year and for a cause well worth the run/walk in late July. Awards for overall winners male/female runners & walkers. Awards 3 deep in age groups. Special goody bags with Teal Ribbon t-shirt. Refreshments and breakfast buffet will be offered after the race".

Please visit this site for more information and to register for this event.

 

July 22-23

Mack & Maggie Charity Weekend in Miami

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition is pleased to be a charity partner of the Mack & Maggie Foundation. The Foundation is committed to improving health outcomes in the African-American community. The Second Annual Mack & Maggie Charity Weekend will be held at the Riande Continental Hotel, Miami Beach, Florida (South Beach) hosted by the Fanning Family Entertainment Group. Participant fees include lodging and admission to a “Vanilla Swirl” Affair on July 22, 2006 and Charity Breakfast and Terrace Luncheon on July 23, 2006 plus a donation to the Foundation.

NOCC has been chosen to receive 25% of the proceeds in support of NOCC’s ovarian cancer education and awareness programs. For more information please contact www.mackandmaggie.org

 

July 27th

Free CancerCare Telephone Education Workshop


Topic: Medical Update on Ovarian Cancer

1:30- 2:30pm EST

Presented By:
Michael V. Seiden MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Chairman, DF/PCC, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Assistant Physician, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital
Natalie Wilson MSW, Gynecologic Cancers Program Coordinator, CancerCare, New York, NY 

To sign up, please click here

 

AUGUST 2006

August 19th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch
Please join our group at 11:30 at Scott's on 5th at 141 Fifth Ave., in Indialantic.

Please RSVP to Rina Harrington at rina@tealribboncfl.com

Friends and Family welcome!

 

August 19th

Ovarian Cancer 5K Run for the Cure

OCAF is honored to have been selected as a beneficiary of the First Annual Ovarian Cancer 5K
Run/1 Mile Walk sponsored by the Citrus Road Runners.  The event will be held on August 19, 7:30 am, at the beautiful Black Diamond Ranch in Lecanto, FL.

Registration is $15 advance (available on line) or $20 day of race.  There will be awards,
refreshments, music and more.  T-shirts are guaranteed to all pre-registered runners and
walkers. 
To register or for more information, visit www.citrusroadrunners.org or contact Teresa
Rosebrough at 352-527-0524 or trosebro@tampabay.rr.com.
 

August 22nd

Orlando Lunch Bunch

Gina's on the Water
309 Crane's Roost Blvd.
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
407-834-5880

TIME: 12:30 pm

DATE: Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Please R.S.V.P. by noon Monday, August 21, to Jeanne Lowke at 352-383-9719, or email
rlowke1@comcast.net.

DIRECTIONS:  Take I-4 to 436.  Go east and turn left on North Lake Blvd.  This is right before
the Altamonte Mall.  Restaurant will be on the right and lake on the left.
 

August 26th

Sixth Annual "Speaking of Women's Health" conference in Orlando, FL.

Hosted by WMFE at the Orange County Convention Center, you will be treated to a day of learning and luxury, a day to spend pampering yourself. This lavish experience will provide a unique forum for women to gain information to improve their health and sense of well-being.

For more information on the day's agenda or to RSVP, please visit http://www.wmfe.org/swh/about.htm

August 29th

Space Coast Support Group Meeting 

5 to 7 PM at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne. Meeting will focus on planning for September Awareness Activities and The Sister Run

For any questions, visit our Support Group section for contact information.

SEPTEMBER

September 5th

The Sister Run Committee Meeting-
Volunteers Are Welcome!!

5 to 7 PM at 2351 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Suite 8  Melbourne, FL

Please contact Rina@tealribboncfl.com or cvanasdale@bellsouth.net with any questions.

 

September 6th-8th

Ovarian Cancer National Alliance's 9th Annual Conference- Washington D.C.

Now is your chance to participate in the oldest and largest event for Ovarian Cancer survivors! For all event info, please visit the conference website via this link.

Registration deadline is September 1st!

 

September 8th

NATIONAL TEAL DAY!

Wear Teal today and help spread Ovarian Cancer Awareness!!

 

September 10th

 

OCAF/LPGA Annual Golf Tournament

More information coming soon!

 

September 10th

 

Turning up the LIGHT on Ovarian Cancer

Our newest partner member, Treasure Coast Ovarian Cancer Alliance, will present it’s first major activity on Sunday, September 10, 2006, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm:

“Turning Up the LIGHT on Ovarian Cancer”

“This event is to honor the women who have lost the battle with ovarian cancer, those currently courageously fighting the battle, and the 20,000 American women who will be diagnosed this year.”

The event will be held at the Riverside Park Grand Pavilion, Vero Beach, Florida.  Please share this information with your friends and family in or near the Vero Beach area. 

For questions, call 772-562-5373.

 

September 16th

 

MACY'S - "Shop For A Cause"  9am-10pm

Join in on this one day shopping event that is held in every Macy's nationwide!  Obtain your $5 ticket for the event from the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation, Inc. and receive a 20% shopping pass for the day. Guests have the opportunity to participate in a unique shopping experience including discounts, entertainment, special events and the opportunity to win thousands of dollars worth of prizes while supporting ovarian cancer.  Call (610) 446-2272 to purchase a ticket

 

September 30th

 

Jazzercise & OCAF Fundraiser!

8:15am - Eau Gallie Civic Center
1551 Highland Ave - Melbourne, FL

We will be doing a basic training format

Representatives from the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida- Space Coast will be available.

Raffles & Giveaways!

Donations will be accepted on the day of the event. Suggested donation per person: $5.00

 

OCTOBER 2006

October 12th-15th

 

Southern Women's Show- Orlando, FL Orange County Convention Center

Take a break to feel refreshed, rejuvenated and recharged at the Southern Women's Show in Orlando.  Come enjoy a festive atmosphere where YOU are the top priority!  Spend a relaxing day being pampered with spa treatments and makeovers.  Learn about fresh ways to juggle your responsibilities, realize your dreams and improve your lifestyle.  Explore your own personal style, renew your spirit and uncover your passions.  In addition, you can shop for clothes, jewelry and gifts.  You'll enjoy plenty of personal attention from a variety of experts!

Please visit the official website for a full schedule of events and details: http://www.southernshows.com/wor/

 

October 12th-15th

 

Saks Fifth Avenue- Key to the Cure
Ft. Meyers, FL

Saks will conduct a four-day event to benefit women's cancer (breast, ovarian, uterine, cervical) research, prevention and treatment.

The event will take place at the Saks Fifth Avenue located at the Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers. Please call the Foundation office for more information at (239) 985-3550

 

October 14th

 

Lake County Lunch Bunch

This month's location is the Olive Garden Restaurant, 10026 U.S. Highway 441, Leesburg. 

Please RSVP by Friday, October 13, to Jeanne Lowke at rlowke1@comcast.net or 352-383-9719 or call the OCAF office at 407-339-0024.

 

October 21st

 

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

This month's lunch is at Smokey Bones by the Melbourne Square Mall at 11:30am. Please join us and bring friends!

RSVP Rina@tealribboncfl.com

For directions, please visit the Island Pasta Website.

 

October 24th

 

Orlando Lunch Bunch

Location & Time is TBD.

Please check back at a later date for more information.

 

October 26th

 

Bloomingdales Shopping Benefit

OCAF has been extended an invitation to participate in the Bloomingdale’s “Shopping Benefit” to be held on October 26.  This is a charity benefit held annually and we are pleased to have been added to this year’s event.  Unfortunately, we were a “late” add, so we have to move quickly to get the word out and tickets sold.

Tickets will be sold for $10 each by each of the charities participating.  Each ticket entitles the bearer to a 15% - 20% savings certificate, with few exclusions, valid ONLY during “The Shopping Benefit” event on Thursday, October 26.  Savings certificates cannot be combined and are good on almost all merchandise purchases made throughout the store on the day of the event.  Florida stores participating are Orlando, Boca Raton, Aventura, Miami and Palm Beach Gardens.  Hours will be 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.

If you would like to purchase a ticket(s), please contact the OCAF office ASAP via email at ocaf@ocaf.org or by calling 407-339-0024.

 

October 31st

 

Space Coast Support Group
5-7pm at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

Visitor: Susan Jenks, Health Writer for Florida Today newspaper.

For the past 3 years Susan Jenks has come to a Support Group meeting and afterward has written an article on Ovarian Cancer and our group.  We always enjoy her visit which gives us the opportunity to bring information on Ovarian Cancer before the folks in our community.

The Sister Run Committee will also give an update on The Sister Run.

 

NOVEMBER 2006

November 16th

17th Annual Spirit of Survivorship Dinner

Sponsored by Holmes Regional Medical Cancer Center.  Held at the Hilton Rialto Place, the dinner costs $20.00 per person and includes dinner, great entertainment, dancing and prizes.

Come be a part of this great event!

 

November 17th

Free Telephone Workshop on Ovarian Cancer- Noon to 1:00 pm (CST).

The Gynecologic Cancer Foundation has announced a Free Telephone Education Workshop on Ovarian Cancer, Friday, November 17, 2006, Noon to 1:00 pm (CST).

AGENDA:

Noon-12:10 pm CST:  Overview

12:10 pm – 12:25 pm CST:  Screening and Early Detection, Genetics of Ovarian Cancer, and Understanding CA 125 Levels

12:25 pm – 12:40 pm CST:  Clinical Trials and Future Treatments, Intraperitoneal Therapy and Consolidation Therapy

12:40 pm – 1:00 pm CST:  Questions and Answers

GOAL:  For survivors, their family and friends, and primary care physicians in the comfort of their homes or offices, to learn about current treatment methods for ovarian cancer, as well as the future of clinical trials and what they mean for treatment to women living with ovarian cancer.

REGISTRATION:  You can register for these workshops by e-mail at info@thegcf.org or call GCF Headquarters at 312-578-1439 to register by phone.  After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation notice and the call-in instructions.

 

 

November 25th 7th Annual Sister Run 5k- Melbourne, FL

Please visit our Sister Run section for all race information!

 

DECEMBER 2006

December 3rd

 

Annual OCAF Holiday Party

The 2006 Annual Holiday Party for the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida will be held on Sunday, December 3, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

This year’s event is being hosted by Jasmin and Beate Johnson at their home at 20 Windsor Isle, Longwood, Florida.  This event is open to OCAF’s friends, patients, caregivers, etc. to celebrate the season.  Jasmin and Beate are creating a “Germaican” Holiday Party in honor of their German and Jamaican heritages, so it should be our most “unique” holiday party to date!   Beate says the only thing you need to bring is yourself!

Please RSVP by November 30 to Beate at 407-333-0470 or you can call the OCAF office at 407-339-0024 or email ocaf@ocaf.org

 

 

FEBRUARY 2006

February 10th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Join the Space Coast lunch bunch for their February meeting!

Where: Skewers Restaurant -144 Fifth Avenue
Indialantic, FL 32903

Time: 11:30am

Any questions- please contact Rina at rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

February 10th

Lake County Lunch Bunch

Join the Lake County lunch bunch for their February meeting!

Where: Olive Garden Restaurant  -10026 U.S. Highway 441, Leesburg, FL

Time: 12pm

To R.S.V.P. (by Friday, February 9, please) or for more information, contact Jeanne Lowke at rlowke1@comcast.net or 352-383-9719, or call the OCAF office at 407-339-0024.

 

February 27th

Orlando Lunch Bunch

Join the Orlando lunch bunch for their February meeting!

Where: Gina’s on the Water, 309 Crane’s Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs

Time: 12:30pm

Please RSVP by Monday, February 26, to Jeanne Lowke, 352-383-9719 or email rlowke1@comcast

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 2007

March 3rd

Volusia/Flagler Lunch Bunch

Join the newly formed Volusia/Flagler lunch bunch for their March meeting!

Where: LPGA’s “Knickers Bar and Grill” -810 1000 Champions Drive, Daytona Beach, FL 32124

Time: 11:30am

Please RSVP by noon Thursday, March 1st to Ruthie Snyder at at 386-789-7898 or the OCAF office at 407-339-0024.

 

March 10th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Join the Space Coast lunch bunch for the March meeting!

Where: Meg O'Malley's -810 E New Haven Ave
Melbourne, FL 32901   (321) 952-5510 
http://www.megomalleys.com/

Time: 11:30am

To RSVP- please contact Rina at rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

March 12th

Hold a Blue Hydrangea Tea Party and Raise Money for Ovarian Cancer Organizations!

 

Plan to host a party in your area on the Saturday before Mother's Day to raise money for the fight against ovarian cancer. All donations go directly to the organization you choose.

 

Visit www.bluehydrangeateaparty.org

for more information about hosting a party and to register.

 

 

March 24-25th

 

Subaru U.S. Women’s Triathlon Series – Nationwide Event!!

**St. Petersburg, Florida – March 24 – 25
Naperville/Chicago, Illinois – June 23 – 24
Seattle/Federal Way, Washington – September 8 – 9
San Diego, California – October 13 - 14
 

Join Team Hope and help OCRF! Team Hope is an incredible initiative that raises much needed awareness and funds for OCRF.

For more information, please visit the official site of the Subaru U.S. Women's Triathlon Series

 

 

March 27th

 

Space Coast Support Group Meeting 

Topic: Acupuncture

5-7 PM at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne. 

For any questions, visit our Support Group section for contact information

 

 

April 2007

April 2nd

Nominations due for the 2007 Judy Murphy Award "Celebrating Women's Lives"

For more information on the Judy Murphy Award (to be presented at the Teal Magnolia Luncheon) and a link to the nomination form, please visit the OCAF site.

 

April 14th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Join the Space Coast lunch bunch for the April meeting!

Where: Bonefish Willy's -2459B Pineapple Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32935

Time: 11:30am

To RSVP- please contact Rina at rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

 

April 21st


 
6th Annual Teal Magnolia Luncheon
"Celebrating Women's Lives"

Where: Orlando Marriott Lake Mary

Honorary Chairperson: Jacqueline London WKMG-TV Channel 6

Silent Auction/Special Guest Speaker

 

 

April 24th


 
Space Coast Support Group Meeting

5-7pm at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

Topic: Yoga for Cancer Patients

For any questions, visit our Support Group section for contact information

 

May 2007

 

May 5th

Volusia/Flagler Lunch Bunch

Join them lunch bunch for their May meeting!

Where

LPGA's "Knickers Bar & Grill"
1000 Champions Drive
Daytona Beach, FL

Time: 11:30am

RSVP by noon Thursday, May 3 to Ruthie Snyder (386-789-7898) or the OCAF office (407-339-0024 or email ocaf@ocaf.org)

 

May 12th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Join the Space Coast lunch bunch for the May meeting!

Where: Bella's Italian Restaurant -1904 Municipal Ln Melbourne, FL 32901  (321) 723-5001

Time: 11:30am

To RSVP- please contact Rina at rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

May 15th

Voices-Ovarian Cancer Health Support Group

Guest Speaker - Dr. John Gaffney, DC, Diplomat in Clinical nutrition  
Topic: Nutrition as it Relates to Cancer

Where:  Bishop's Glen- 900 LPGA Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL

(please park in visitor only parking spaces)  
  
This presentation is open to all who share an interest.  The regular group meeting will be cancelled this evening to allow time for the guest speaker.  "Voices" invites you to join them and meet other ovarian cancer survivors and caregivers who share the same concerns and know what you are going through.  They offer support, health information, understanding and hope...Women helping Women.
 
Please RSVP  to a facilitator if you will be attending this presentation.
Facilitator:
Donna Goeb, RN, 386-663-9028 or mgoeb@cfl.rr.com
 
Co-Facilitator:
Marga Aiuto, 386-672-7924 or majode@cfl.rr.com

 

 

May 18-19th

 

Joining FORCEs Conference
A conference for individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer

Where: Tampa, FL

The Joining FORCEs conference is an annual forum on hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. We welcome anyone concerned about hereditary cancer: cancer survivors, high-risk individuals, those with a BRCA mutation or family history of cancer, and health care providers who treat high-risk patients.

The conference is sponsored by FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered, the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute and the University of South Florida.

The 2007 conference is sponsored by FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered, the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, and the University of South Florida.

Cost for registration is $120 until March 1, and $150 after March 1. Genetic counseling continuing education credits will be available for an additional $30. Nursing continuing education credit will be available for an additional $40.

 For more information on the sessions, speakers, how to register, etc...please visit the homepage for the conference here.

 

 

May 29th

 

Space Coast Support Group Meeting

5-7pm at the Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

Topic: Diet & Nutrition

Special Guest: Jessica Miller

For any questions, visit our Support Group section for contact information

 

JUNE 2007

June 17th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Where: Bamboo Panda- 2609 W New Haven Ave (West of Melbourne Square Mall)

When: 11:30am

Please RSVP to Rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

 

JULY 2007

July 11-14th

Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Annual Conference

Where: Washington DC

Please visit this site for details on the conference agenda and how to register

 

July 21st

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Where: Smokey Bones BBQ-  New Haven Ave in front of Melbourne Square Mall

When: 11:30am

Please RSVP to Rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

July 21st

Teal Ribbon Run/Walk to Overcome

Where: Historic Downtown St. Cloud, FL

When: 7:30am (registration begins at 6am)

For more information, please visit www.tealribbonrun5k.com or email ocaftealrun@hotmail.com

 

July 28th

QVC Presents Super Saturday Live to benefit The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)

When: 1- 3pm ET on QVC channel

Hosted by Kelly Ripa, the exclusive sale, previously only available to Hamptons’ tastemakers and celebrities, will now reach QVC’s 90 million U.S. homes, allowing shoppers throughout the country to get designer styles at a fraction of the suggested retail price while supporting OCRF.

For more info, please visit QVC's site

 

AUGUST 2007

August 11th

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Where: Austin's California Bistro- 925 E. New Haven Ave.

When: 11:30am

Please RSVP to Rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

August 18th

Ovarian Cancer 5k Run & 1M Walk

Where: Black Diamond Ranch
2600 West Black Diamond Circle
Lecanto, Florida 34461

When: 7:30am

Please visit this website for more information http://www.citrusroadrunners.org/ The run is listed under their August event calendar.

 

August 28th

Space Coast Support Group

Topic: Open discussion and including info on the Sister Run in September

Where: Eau Gallie Library, Melbourne

When: 5 -7pm

 

SEPTEMBER 2007

September 7th

TEAL TIME!!

National Day to Wear Teal in Support of Ovarian Cancer Awareness.

Support the cause and wear teal today!

 

September 8th

8th Annual Sister Run 5k!

Presented by: Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida- Space Coast.

For details, please visit the SISTER RUN section within this website- click here!

 

September 10th

Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida Annual Golf Tournament

Please participate this event, now in its fourth year and in a new location- Heathrow Country Club in Heathrow, FL

For details, please email ocaf@ocaf.org

 

September 15th Space Coast Lunch Bunch
Where: Smokey Bones- in front of Melbourne Square Mall


When: 11:30am


Please RSVP to Rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

September 16th

Treasure Coast Ovarian Cancer Alliance 2nd Annual Candlelight Vigil

Where: Vero Beach, FL

More details to come.

 

September 25th

Space Coast Support Group

Topic: Journaling, Guest Novelette McKenzie, MSW

Where: Eau Gallie Library, Melbourne

When: 5 -7pm

 

September 28th

Ovacome- Teal Triumphs Over Ovarian Cancer

Presented by Ovarian Cancer Advocacy & Support of Tampa Bay

For more information, please visit: www.ovacome.us

 

OCTOBER 2007

October 11-14th

Southern Women's Show

Take a break to feel refreshed, rejuvenated and recharged at the Southern Women's Show in Orlando.  Come enjoy a festive atmosphere where YOU are the top priority!

Mario Lopez from "Dancing with the Stars" will be there to meet you!

Visit this website for all details.

 

October 19th

Ovarian Cancer Telephone Workshop

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m. CDT

GCF is pleased to offer this free ovarian cancer Telephone Workshop to survivors, friends, family members and others in the comfort of their own homes or offices.  Expert gynecologic oncologists will discuss current treatment methods for ovarian cancer plus the future of clinical trials and what they mean for the treatment of women living with ovarian cancer.

Click here for the workshop flier and how to register.

 

FEBRUARY 2008

Saturday, Feb. 16th

 Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Valentine's Day Lunch!!

When: 11:30am

Location: La Placita

1800 W Hibiscus Blvd # 105
Melbourne, FL 32901 (321) 725-1414
Get Directions Here
 

RSVP is a must.  Please contact Rina at Rina@tealribboncfl.com

Bring Friends and Family!

 

Tuesday, Feb. 26th

Space Coast Support Group

When: 5-7pm

Location: Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

Speaker/Topic: Diane Monde, MSW

 “How to be a Peer Counselor”  How we as Survivors might help newly diagnosed patients cope with Ovarian Cancer.

For more information on the Space Coast Support Group, please click here

MARCH 2008

Saturday, March 8th Annual Survivor's Course

Hosted by the Gynecological Cancer Foundation

Location: Tampa, FL

For more information, please visit http://www.thegcf.org/whatsnew/upcoming.htm

 

Tuesday, March 25th

Space Coast Support Group

When: 5-7pm

Location: Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

Speaker/Topic: Alice Robbins-Fox, RN - Slide Presentation: "Peru Vacation"

For more information on the Space Coast Support Group, please click here

 

Saturday, March 29th 7th Annual Teal Magnolia Luncheon

Location: Orlando Marriott- Lake Mary, FL

More details to come.

 

April 2008

Saturday, April 12th

Women's Soccer Match to support OCAF!
FSU vs. UCF

Location: Viera Regional Park

Time: Kickoff at 2pm

For more information, please visit the Space Coast Soccer website. 

 

Tuesday, April 29th

Space Coast Support Group

When: 5-7pm

Location: Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

Speaker/Topic: John Bomalaski, MD, Ovarian Cancer Discussion

Guests: Vero Beach Support Group – Dinner after meeting for those who are interested.

For more information on the Space Coast Support Group, please click here

 

MAY 2008

May 16-17th, 2008

Joining FORCEs ConferenceFORCE logo- Tampa

A conference for individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.

The Joining FORCEs conference is an annual forum on hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. We welcome anyone concerned about hereditary cancer: cancer survivors, high-risk individuals, those with a BRCA mutation or family history of cancer, and health care providers who treat high-risk patients.

The conference is sponsored by FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered, the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute and the University of South Florida.     

For more information about the conference, please e-mail us at: info@facingourrisk.org or call our conference planner Cindi Hughlett at (813)745-1247

Conference Website

 

May 17th, 2008

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Location: Bennigan's (on Apollo Blvd. & Nasa)

Time: 11:30am

Please RSVP to Rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

 

May 27th, 2008

Space Coast Support Group- Picnic in the Park!

Bring your tableware, beverage, lawn chair and a dish to share.

Prepare to have fun and enjoy each other’s company.  There will be surprises!

More information coming soon!

 

JUNE 2008

June 14th, 2008

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Location: Shell's Restaurant

Click here for the address and website

Time: 11:30am

Please RSVP to Rina@tealribboncfl.com

 

 

June 24th, 2008

Space Coast Support Group- "Looking Good!"

Join us for a meeting that will be fun for all!

Time: 5-7pm

Location: Eau Gallie Library in Melbourne

Ashlea Morris, Hairstylist and Makeup Artist, will give us hair, makeup and skincare information that Ovarian Cancer Survivors can use.  No reason for us not to look our best when we are in or out of treatment :)

Please contact Connie@tealribboncfl.com with any questions!

 

JULY 2008

July 8-10th, 2008

Ovarian Cancer National Alliance- 11th Annual Conference

"Creating Currents of Change"

Location: Omni Shoreham Hotel - Washington D.C.

Please visit this page for all of the details

 

 

July 12th, 2008

Space Coast Lunch Bunch

Location: Smokey Bone's Restaurant

Click here to map the address

Time: 11:30am

Please RSVP to Rina@tealribboncfl.com