JANUARY

Jan. 12

Jan. 26

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

Jan. 26 Guest Speaker: BIND
Brain Injury Network of Dallas (BIND) will speak about what all their clubhouse has to offer.

Jan. 11

The National Brain Tumor Society will host its Meditation Monday, a free virtual meditation class for the brain tumor community offered specifically for patients, their caregivers, and families. Learn more and register here.

Jan. 17

All members of the brain tumor community, including current and former patients and care partners, are welcome to join the National Brain Tumor Society’s Brain Tumor Support Conversations. This online monthly support group provides a welcoming space where patients and loved ones can talk about the feelings and emotions that accompany any aspect of the brain tumor experience. Free to register, reserve your seat today here.

Jan. 28

Head for the Cure will host its next Caregiver Conversation on Thursday, January 28, 2021. A Zoom link will be sent to you. Learn more and register here.

FEBRUARY

Feb. 9

Feb. 23

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

 Feb. 9 Guest Speaker: Brian White
He will speak about "Coping During Covid Times."

Feb. 8

The National Brain Tumor Society will host its Meditation Monday, a free virtual meditation class for the brain tumor community offered specifically for patients, their caregivers, and families. Learn more and register here.

Six-week series begins

 Feb. 19

UT Southwestern Simmons Cancer Center will be hosting a six-week introduction to Chi Kung (also spelled Qi Gong). Meaning “breath work,” Chi Kung is a catch-all term for a vast collection of exercises using movement, static postures, meditations, visualizations, and breathing exercises to control and increase the flow of energy in the body. Chi Kung has been shown to be effective in reducing fatigue and sleep difficulty from cancer treatment and in improving quality of life and depression issues.

The online series begins on Friday, February 19, at 9:15 a.m. Each week, the instructor will guide you through 30 minutes of Chi Kung followed by 15 minutes of meditation. You are encouraged to wear clothes you can easily move in, and it is suggested you have a chair or wall nearby for balance during some movements.

 To RSVP, email Alexandra.Huffman@utsouthwestern.edu and you will then receive a Zoom link to join.

Feb. 21

All members of the brain tumor community, including current and former patients and care partners, are welcome to join the National Brain Tumor Society’s Brain Tumor Support Conversations. This online monthly support group provides a welcoming space where patients and loved ones can talk about the feelings and emotions that accompany any aspect of the brain tumor experience. Free to register, reserve your seat today here.

Feb. 25

Head for the Cure will host its next Caregiver Conversation on Thursday, February 25, 2021. A Zoom link will be sent to you. Learn more and register here.

MARCH

March 9

March 23

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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March 4

Attention brain tumor survivors! Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom. This is a place for fellow survivors from each of our markets to come together and talk – about anything. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. CST.

To register, please fill out this Google doc and the Zoom link will be emailed to you. Learn more here.  

March 8

The National Brain Tumor Society will host its Meditation Monday, a free virtual meditation class for the brain tumor community offered specifically for patients, their caregivers, and families. Learn more and register here.

March 21

All members of the brain tumor community, including current and former patients and care partners, are welcome to join the National Brain Tumor Society’s Brain Tumor Support Conversations. This online monthly support group provides a welcoming space where patients and loved ones can talk about the feelings and emotions that accompany any aspect of the brain tumor experience. Free to register, reserve your seat today here.

March 23

The UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center is pleased to offer its popular EMBRACE Survivorship Series on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:30 p.m. via Zoom. You’re welcome to attend one or all sessions. Learn more and RSVP to receive the Zoom link for each presentation here.

March 23 - Huddle Up: A Team Approach to Your Cancer Care Journey

March 30

The UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center is pleased to offer its popular EMBRACE Survivorship Series on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:30 p.m. via Zoom. You’re welcome to attend one or all sessions. Learn more and RSVP to receive the Zoom link for each presentation here.

March 30 - Cancer and Nutrition: Sorting Food Fact from Food Fiction

March 25

Head for the Cure will host its next Caregiver Conversation on Thursday, March 25, 2021. A Zoom link will be sent to you. Learn more and register here.

APRIL

April 13

April 27

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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April 1

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

April 6

The UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center is pleased to offer its popular EMBRACE Survivorship Series on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:30 p.m. via Zoom. You’re welcome to attend one or all sessions. Learn more and RSVP to receive the Zoom link for each presentation here.

April 6 - Lymphedema and Physical Activity: During and After Cancer Treatment

April 12

The National Brain Tumor Society will host its Meditation Monday, a free virtual meditation class for the brain tumor community offered specifically for patients, their caregivers, and families. Learn more and register here.

April 13

The UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center is pleased to offer its popular EMBRACE Survivorship Series on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:30 p.m. via Zoom. You’re welcome to attend one or all sessions. Learn more and RSVP to receive the Zoom link for each presentation here.

April 13 - Caring for the Caregiver

April 16-18

Texas Health HEB Bluebonnet Retreat

Spring Retreat – April 16-18, 2021
March 19, 2021 – Application Deadline
April 7, 2021 – Mandatory Camp Orientation

 The Bluebonnet Retreat offers, at no charge, a unique experience for adult cancer patients. During the three-day, two-night camp, attendees are provided a creative, educational atmosphere of support with a focus on wellness. The retreat is a special project of Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford and is funded through donations. Ambulatory adults age 18 or older who have been diagnosed with cancer within the past five years are invited to attend. The retreat is held each year in the fall and spring. Attendance is limited to 24, and first-time campers receive priority. More information can be found here. 

April 20

The UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center is pleased to offer its popular EMBRACE Survivorship Series on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:30 p.m. via Zoom. You’re welcome to attend one or all sessions. Learn more and RSVP to receive the Zoom link for each presentation here.

April 20 - Knowledge Is Power: Advance Care Planning 101

April 27

The UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center is pleased to offer its popular EMBRACE Survivorship Series on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:30 p.m. via Zoom. You’re welcome to attend one or all sessions. Learn more and RSVP to receive the Zoom link for each presentation here.

April 27 - Managing Stress and Anxiety through Mindfulness

April 29

Head for the Cure will host its next Caregiver Conversation on Thursday, April 29, 2021. A Zoom link will be sent to you. Learn more and register here.

TBA

Reel Recovery Fishing Retreat in Glen Rose, TX
 
Reel Recovery is a national non-profit organization that conducts free fly-fishing retreats in Texas and Oklahoma for men recovering from all forms of cancer. Click here to read the flyer for more information. Please contact Reel Recovery directly with any questions by emailing them at info@reelrecovery.org or calling 800-699-4490. Learn more at https://reelrecovery.org/.

MAY
Brain Tumor Awareness Month

 May 11

May 25

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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May 1

11th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - North Texas

 Typically held at the Amphitheater at Oak Point Park in Plano, TX, this year’s event will be held virtually on Facebook and YouTube on Saturday, May 1, 2021. Join us as we continue to raise funds, awareness, and hope for the local brain tumor community. Funds raised benefits UT Southwestern and the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative. Registration is now open, and Grey Matters will host a team again (Karen Kuryla is the team captain). We encourage all to participate in the Facebook fundraiser for this event.

Take advantage of a St. Patrick's Day discount that expires on March 19! Save $5 off registration with code: GOLD

NEW THIS YEAR! Receive your 2021 t-shirt and medal BEFORE race day! Register before April 1 to ensure you get these items for the virtual event on May 1. Learn more and register here.

May 6

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

May 10

The National Brain Tumor Society will host its Meditation Monday, a free virtual meditation class for the brain tumor community offered specifically for patients, their caregivers, and families. Learn more and register here.

May 27

Head for the Cure will host its next Caregiver Conversation on Thursday, May 27, 2021. A Zoom link will be sent to you. Learn more and register here.

TBA

Grey Matters to Firefighters Campaign

 Irving Fire Dept Training Facility
4850 N. Belt Line Road
Irving, TX 75038

In the month of May, Irving firefighters wear grey t-shirts to help raise awareness of and financial funds for the fight against brain cancer. Research shows that firefighters are 32% more likely to be diagnosed with brain cancer than the general population. More information can be found here or contact GreyMattersToFireFighters@gmail.com.

TBA

National Brain Tumor Society’s Head to the Hill - Washington DC

 Think your voice doesn’t matter? That Congress never listens? Think again. Brain tumor advocacy advances in the past decade have significantly improved research funding and patient care for our community. Government funding for brain tumor research has increased steadily and new bills were passed to support patients, families, and survivors. Learn more and watch for announcements about a 2021 event here.

TBA

Frisco Rough Riders Baseball Game

 Dr. Pepper Ballpark
7300 Roughriders Trail
Frisco, TX 75034

Grey Matters and Head for the Cure (HFTC) typically host a night out at a Frisco Rough Riders baseball game with a portion of the proceeds directly supporting HFTC. We hope to share news about a 2021 event.

JUNE

 June 8

June 22

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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June 3

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

June 6

National Cancer Survivors Day
More information can be found here.

June 14

The National Brain Tumor Society will host its Meditation Monday, a free virtual meditation class for the brain tumor community offered specifically for patients, their caregivers, and families. Learn more and register here.

TBA

American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) - BT5K Dallas Run & Walk

Typically held at the Amphitheater at Oak Point Park in Plano, TX, the BT5K Breakthrough for Brain Tumors Run & Walk is the ABTA’s national signature fundraising event, taking place in cities coast to coast. Your participation allows the ABTA to provide vital brain tumor resources to patients and their families, fund promising research studies, and conduct nationwide brain tumor educational programs. Stay tuned for more information about the “Grey Matters North Texas Brain Tumor Support Group” team. Learn more here.

JULY

 July 13

July 27

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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July 1

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

July 22

Glioblastoma Awareness Day
Learn more about this resolution passed by the U.S. Senate. Information about Rock for Research in Recognition of National GBM Awareness Day can be found here.

AUGUST

Aug. 10

Aug. 24

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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Aug. 5

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 7

Sept. 21

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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Sept. 2

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

OCTOBER

Oct. 12

Oct. 26

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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Oct. 1-3

Texas Health HEB Bluebonnet Retreat

Fall Retreat – October 1-3, 2021
September 3, 2021 – Application Deadline
September 22, 2021 – Mandatory Camp Orientation

 The Bluebonnet Retreat offers, at no charge, a unique experience for adult cancer patients. During the three-day, two-night camp, attendees are provided a creative, educational atmosphere of support with a focus on wellness. The retreat is a special project of Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford and is funded through donations. Ambulatory adults age 18 or older who have been diagnosed with cancer within the past five years are invited to attend. The retreat is held each year in the fall and spring. Attendance is limited to 24, and first-time campers receive priority. More information can be found here. 

Oct. 7

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

TBA

Grey Matters Annual Picnic

 Country Place Treehouse
3600 Country Place Road
Plano, TX 75023

 Grey Matters typically hosts a picnic each fall, complete with hamburgers, hot dogs, side dishes, desserts, and drinks. All you need to do is bring your family, friends, and an appetite! We meet on the covered patio, and there is a clubhouse in case of inclement weather. Stay tuned for more information.

TBA

Reel Recovery Fishing Retreat in Glen Rose, TX
 
Reel Recovery is a national non-profit organization that conducts free fly-fishing retreats in Texas and Oklahoma for men recovering from all forms of cancer. Click here to read the flyer for more information. Please contact Reel Recovery directly with any questions by emailing them at info@reelrecovery.org or calling 800-699-4490. Learn more at https://reelrecovery.org/.

NOVEMBER

Nov. 9

Nov. 23

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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Nov. 4

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.

TBA

NBTS Ft. Worth Brain Tumor Walk

 The National Brain Tumor Society hosts an annual walk to honor and remember our brain tumor warriors, share stories, and hear from members of this community. Stay tuned for information about this year’s event and the “Grey Matters No TX Support Group" with team captain Karen Kuryla. Learn more here.

Nov. 30

On November 30, 2021, thousands of individuals will show their support of nonprofit organizations on Giving Tuesday. We invite you to join the #GivingTuesday movement and give in support of Head for the Cure or any other organization of your choosing that supports brain tumor research.

DECEMBER

Dec. 14

Dec. 28

Grey Matters Monthly Zoom Meetings

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Dec. 2

Join Brains for the Cure every first Thursday of the month on Zoom at 6 p.m. CT for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The link for the Zoom call will be sent to anyone signed up before each conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Register here.