MEETINGS & EVENTS
IN-PERSON MEETINGS
Grey Matters in-person meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at:
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano
2800 West 15th St.
Plano, TX 75075
We ask that you RSVP for in-person meetings by emailing GreyMattersNorthTexas@yahoo.com with the number of people attending.
Please note – We want to stay in good favor with Encompass and keep our hospital privileges. It is important that we respect the hospital protocols and that everyone please:
- use the front door of the hospital when entering,
- sign in at the front desk,
- and abide by the hospitals COVID protocols (screening and temperature check if directed to do so by the front desk attendant).
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Grey Matters offers monthly virtual meetings via Zoom on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Please contact GreyMattersNorthTexas@yahoo.com should you have any questions.
Join our Grey Matters Zoom Video Meetings
Meeting ID: 841 385 5398
Passcode: keM8ss
JANUARY
jan 2 - BRAINS FOR THE CURE PATIENT PERSPECTIVES
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
jan 9 - Head for the Cure Caregiver Conversation
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
jan 14 - GREY MATTERS MEETING - CHILI COOK-OFF
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location). We'll enjoy a chili cook-off! If you are able, please bring your favorite chili to the meeting. RSVP by January 12, and please let us know if you plan to bring a chili by emailing GreyMattersNorthTexas@yahoo.com.
jan 19 - NBTS Brain Tumor Support Conversations
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 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
FEBRUARY
FEB 6 - BRAINS FOR THE CURE PATIENT PERSPECTIVES
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
FEB 11 - GREY MATTERS MEETING - GUEST SPEAKER
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location). We will welcome Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers for a presentation.
FEB 13 - Head for the Cure Caregiver Conversation
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
FEB 16 - NBTS Brain Tumor Support Conversations
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 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
MARCH
MAR 6 - BRAINS FOR THE CURE PATIENT PERSPECTIVES
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
MAR 11 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
MAR 13 - Head for the Cure Caregiver Conversation
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
MAR 16 - NBTS Brain Tumor Support Conversations
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.
MAR 25 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
APRIL
APR 3 - Brains for the Cure Patient Perspectives
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
APR 8 - GREY MATTERS MEETING - GUEST SPEAKER
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
We are pleased to welcome Emmanuel Mantilla Jr., DO, MS, as our guest speaker. Dr. Mantilla is board-certified in neurology and fellowship-trained and board-certified neuro-oncology. He has special interests in primary brain tumors, brain metastasis, and neurological complications of oncology.
APR 10 - Head for the Cure Caregiver Conversation
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
APR 12 - North Texas Brain Injury Awareness Walk - Synapse Laps
This event will take place on Saturday, April 12, from 8:30-11 a.m. at the Toyota Music Factory Plaza in Irving. Early bird registration for adults ends April 1 ($25, increases to $30 after 4/1). Learn more and register here.
APR 20 - NBTS BRAIN TUMOR SUPPORT CONVERSATIONS
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.
APR 22 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
APR 25-27 - 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. Please contact Reel Recovery directly with any questions by emailing them at info@reelrecovery.org or calling 800-699-4490. Learn more about upcoming retreats here.
APR 28 - A Matter of Balance
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
MAY
MAY - Brain Tumor Awareness Month
TBA - American Brain Tumor Association 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.
MAY 1 - Brains for the Cure PATIENT PERSPECTIVES
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
MAY 3, 2025 - BLOOD CANCER CONFERENCE
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will host its Blood Cancer Conference Texas 2025 at the Westin Galleria in Dallas, TX. When it comes to cancer, knowledge is power. Learn more at this free in-person blood cancer conference for patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Learn more.
MAY 3 - Head for the Cure 5K - North Texas
This year’s HFTC event will be held at the Red Tail Pavilion in Plano, TX, or you may participate virtually if you prefer. 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. Grey Matters will host a team again (Karen Kuryla is the team captain). Learn more and register here.
MAY 4-6 - 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 here.
MAY 5 - A Matter of Balance
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
MAY 8 - HEAD FOR THE CURE CAREGIVER CONVERSATION
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
MAY 12 - A Matter of Balance
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
MAY 13 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
MAY 18 - GREY MATTERS PICNIC
Country Place Treehouse
3600 Country Place Road
Plano, TX 75023
Plan to join for a Grey Matters picnic from 1-4 p.m. CST! All food will be provided, and we are excited that Russ McMinn is doing his BBQ brisket and pork for us! All you need to do is bring your family, friends, and an appetite! We will meet on the covered patio, and there is a clubhouse in case of inclement weather.
RSVP is required by Wednesday, May 14 - Please email GreyMattersNorthTexas@yahoo.com (please indicate the number of guests and if there are any vegans/vegetarians included in your reservation).
MAY 18 - NBTS BRAIN TUMOR SUPPORT CONVERSATIONS
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.
MAY 19 - A MATTER OF BALANCE
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
MAY 21 - Plano Senior Information & Wellness Fair
This event is held each May during Older Americans Month. The fair provides a wealth of information for those of retirement and pre-retirement age. Visitors receive free health screenings and take home information about a multitude of services available in the area. For more information, email Kristie Bell. Learn more at https://www.plano.gov/2078/Special-Events.
MAY 27 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
JUNE
JUN 1 - National Cancer Survivors Day
More information can be found here.
JUN 2 - A Matter of Balance
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
JUN 5 - Brains for the Cure PATIENT PERSPECTIVES
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
June 6 - Frisco RoughRiders Baseball Game
Please join Grey Matters and Head for the Cure at Riders Field to support the North Texas Brain Tumor Community. Come out to have some fun, meet other survivors, caregivers, patients, and team captains! The game starts at 7:05 p.m. with a fireworks display at the end. A portion of the ticket proceeds benefits Head for the Cure. You will be seated with our Grey Matters group. Tickets can be purchased here.
JUN 9 - A Matter of Balance
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
JUN 10 - GREY MATTERS MEETINg
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
Jun 12 - Head for the Cure Caregiver Conversation
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
JUN 16 - A Matter of Balance
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
JUN 23 - A Matter of Balance
“A Matter of Balance” is an eight-week workshop designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Admission is free, but registration is required. Classes are held in Medical Office Building II at Texas Health Plano. Learn more and register here.
JUN 24 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
JULY
JUL 3 - Brains for the Cure patient perspectives
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
JUL 8 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
JUL 10 - HEAD FOR THE CURE CAREGIVER CONVERSATION
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
JUL 16 - Glioblastoma Awareness Day
Each year on the third Wednesday of July, we shine a light on glioblastoma (GBM), the most common, complex, treatment-resistant, and deadliest type of brain cancer. National Brain Tumor Society spearheaded this annual event in 2019 to support survivors and their loved ones, to remember those who are no longer with us, and to honor leaders working toward a cure and better quality of life for those living with this devastating disease. Learn more here.
JUL 17 - ITALIAN NIGHT AT CAMPISI'S FUNDRAISER
Please join Grey Matters for Italian Night at Campisi’s on July 17 from 5-8 p.m. To help commemorate Glioblastoma Awareness Day, Campisi’s at 4709 W. Parker Road in Plano is donating 20% of any guest’s bill who mentions the Nick Gonzales Foundation for Brain Tumor Research. This applies to dine in, take out, or delivery orders.
JUL 20 - NBTS BRAIN TUMOR SUPPORT CONVERSATIONS
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.
JUL 22 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
AUGUST
AUG 7 - Brains for the Cure patient persectives
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
AUG 12 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
AUG 14 - HEAD FOR THE CURE CAREGIVER CONVERSATION
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
AUG 26 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
SEPTEMBER
SEP 4 - Brains for the Cure patient perspectives
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
SEP 9 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
SEP 11 - HEAD FOR THE CURE CAREGIVER CONVERSATION
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
SEP 12-14 - ABTA National CONFERENCE
The American Brain Tumor Association National Conference is the only advocacy-led educational meeting designed specifically for patients, survivors, and caregivers that brings together the entire brain tumor community. Held annually, thousands of attendees learn from the nation’s leading experts about the latest advances in brain tumor research, treatment and care. Learn more and register for the Chicago and online event here.
SEP 23 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
SEP 26-28 - 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. Please contact Reel Recovery directly with any questions by emailing them at info@reelrecovery.org or calling 800-699-4490. Learn more about upcoming retreats here.
OCTOBER
TBA - Clubhouse Classic Golf Tournament
The Clubhouse Classic Golf Tournament is typically held at Tour 18 in Flower Mound with a shotgun start at 1 p.m., followed by awards, dinner, and a silent auction. More information will be posted here.
TBA - Texas Health HEB Bluebonnet Retreat
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. More information can be found here.
OCT 2 - Brains for the Cure patient perspectives
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
OCT 9 - HEAD FOR THE CURE CAREGIVER CONVERSATION
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
OCT 14 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
OCT 19 - GREY MATTERS Annual Picnic
Country Place Treehouse
3600 Country Place Road
Plano, TX 75023
Save the date and plan to join us for a Grey Matters fall picnic on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. CST! Food will be provided, so all you need to do is bring your family, friends, and an appetite! We will meet on the covered patio, and there is a clubhouse in case of inclement weather.
RSVP is required by October 15 - Please email GreyMattersNorthTexas@yahoo.com (please indicate the number of guests and if there are any vegans/vegetarians included in your reservation).
OCT 28 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
NOVEMBER
NOV 6 - Brains for the Cure patient perspectives
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
NOV 11 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location).
NOV 13 - HEAD FOR THE CURE CAREGIVER CONVERSATION
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.
NOV 25 - GREY MATTERS VIRTUAL MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m.
DECEMBER
DEC 2 - GIVING TUESDAY
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. Support Grey Matters here.
DEC 4 - BRAINS FOR THE CURE PATIENT PERSPECTIVES
Brains for the Cure/Head for the Cure is offering a monthly “Patient Perspectives” virtual gathering via Zoom for perspectives from other patients and survivors. The calls will be held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more and register here.
DEC 9 - GREY MATTERS MEETING
Join us for our monthly meeting IN PERSON (refer to the top of this page for time and location). We will celebrate the holiday season with a dinner provided this evening. Feel free to bring a dessert to share with the group (completely optional since we know everyone is busy this time of year). RSVP to greymattersnorthtexas@yahoo.com by Nov. 30.
This will be the last Grey Matters meeting for the year. We will not offer a virtual meeting on Dec. 23. Please check back for our 2026 calendar to be posted soon after the New Year.
DEC 11 - HEAD FOR THE CURE CAREGIVER CONVERSATION
Head for the Cure hosts its Caregiver Conversation on the 2nd Thursday of each month. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the conversation. Each month will focus on a different topic led by caregivers, patients, survivors, doctors, nurses, and other facilitators. Learn more and register here.