Cloztalk Events Calendar

2023 Cleveland Walk to End Colon Cancer | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-10-22 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Flats at East Bank, 1055 Old River Rd., Cleveland, OH, 44113, United States
Join us Sunday, October 22nd, 2023, at Flats at East Bank to walk to end colorectal cancer. Register today, fundraise and build your team, and get ready to walk.
For those not able or not yet comfortable being in person, walk in your own neighborhood as a virtual walker.
Date
Sunday, October 22, 2023
Time
9:00am – Registration
9:30am – Opening Ceremony
10:00am – Walk Start
Location
Flats at East Bank
1055 Old River Road
Cleveland, OH 44113
Register: ccalliance.org/clevelandwalk

Female Strong Program - Young Entrepreneur's Academy Chicago
2023-10-25 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-11-01 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-11-08 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-11-15 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-11-22 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-11-29 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-12-06 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-12-13 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) and 5 more dates | Chicago, IL, United States
Discover What’s Possible in Business & Life!
Apply for Female Strong’s Young Entrepreneurs Academy Chicago chapter today! This hands-on, transformative six-month program shows girls in grades 6 through 12 how to lean into their power by teaching them what it takes to become enterprising business leaders. Our ‘Entrepreneur Girls’ acquire critical life skills, including:
— business acumen
— confidence
— goal setting
— values & character
— financial literacy
— responsibility
— project management
— training & networking
— public speaking
IN-PERSON CLASSES WILL BE HOSTED ON WEDNESDAYS FROM 4:30 – 7 PM IN DOWNTOWN CHICAGO FROM OCTOBER 2023 – APRIL 2024. THE COST PER STUDENT IS $695 WITH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ACCEPTED STUDENTS.

2023 St. Louis Walk to End Colon Cancer | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-10-28 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park (Tremayne Shelter), 13725 Marine Ave,, St. Louis, MO, 63146, United States
Join us at Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park (Tremayne Shelter) on October 28, 2023, to walk to end colorectal cancer. Register today, fundraise and build your team, and get ready to walk.
For those not able or not yet comfortable being in person, walk in your own neighborhood as a virtual walker.
Time
9:00am – Participant Arrival
9:30am – Opening Ceremony
10:00am – Walk Start
Location
Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park (Tremayne Shelter)
13725 Marine Ave,
St. Louis, MO 63146

A Night on the River: Honoring Andre Dawson and Dr. Chris Gonzalez
2023-11-01 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Smith & Wollensky, 318 N. State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654-5411, United States
We invite you to join us to honor Hall of Famer and Chicago Cubs legend, Andre Dawson, and Dr. Chris Gonzalez, the chairperson of the Urology Department at Loyola Medicine.
We will celebrate the contributions of these two great leaders on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, beginning at 5:30 PM at Smith & Wollensky in Chicago.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the ongoing programming of Fans for the Cure. These programs include women’s and men’s support groups, in-person PSA screenings, production and distribution of educational materials, the medical referral program, and health fair attendance across the nation.

2023 Lexington Walk to End Colon Cancer | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-11-04 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Kentucky Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Pkwy, Lexington, KY, 40511, United States
Join us at Lexington Horse Park on Saturday, November 4, 2023, to walk to end colorectal cancer. Register today, fundraise and build your team, and get ready to walk.
For those not able or not yet comfortable being in person, walk in your own neighborhood as a virtual walker.
Time
9:00am – Registration
9:30am – Opening Ceremony
10:00am – Walk Start
Location
Lexington Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511

2023 Blue Hope Bash Indianapolis | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-11-04 18:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Ritz Charles Carmel, 12156 North Meridian Street, Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
The Blue Hope Bash is the Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s premier fundraising gala including a cocktail reception, dinner, entertainment, and dancing. The evening brings us together, inspires our hearts, and advances the Alliance’s mission to end this disease.
The Blue Hope Bash Indianapolis is back!
Please join Indy-area allies for the Blue Hope Bash Indianapolis at the beautiful Ritz Charles Carmel! The Bash is a home-grown effort to capture the generosity of our community to end colorectal cancer in our lifetime. Guests will be treated to a cocktail reception, dinner, a lively program, plus a silent auction. Be our guest and enjoy an unforgettable evening at the 2023 Blue Hope Bash Indianapolis
Date
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Venue
Ritz Charles Carmel
12156 North Meridian Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Attire: Blue Cocktail Attire

Kids Kicking Cancer Pediatric Psychosocial and Palliative Care Virtual Conference
2023-11-08 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-09 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
This year’s virtual event, hosted by Kids Kicking Cancer, will bring together world-class healthcare professionals to explore challenging topics in pediatric psychosocial and palliative care, including evidence-based advancements in pediatric care, emerging clinical data, and strategies for application and implementation into participants’ practice. Attendees will also have an opportunity to interact with speakers in question and answer sessions following each presentation. Last year we offered CEU, CME, and PDU credits for Social Work, Nursing, Medicine and Child Life.

2023 Dallas/Ft. Worth Walk to End Colon Cancer | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-11-11 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Levitt Pavilion, 100 W Abram St., Arlington, TX, 76010, United States
Join us at Levitt Pavilion on November 11th, 2023, to walk to end colorectal cancer. Register today, fundraise and build your team, and get ready to walk.
For those not able or not yet comfortable being in person, walk in your own neighborhood as a virtual walker.
Time
9:00am – Registration
9:30am – Opening Ceremony
10:00am – Walk Start
Location
Levitt Pavilion
100 W Abram St
Arlington, TX 76010

Phoenix Walk to End Colon Cancer | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-11-11 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Riverview Park, 2100 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa, AZ, 85201, United States
Join us on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Riverview Park to walk to end colorectal cancer. Register today, fundraise and build your team, and get ready to walk.
For those not able or not yet comfortable being in person, walk in your own neighborhood as a virtual walker.
Time
9:00am – Registration
9:30am – Opening Ceremony
10:00am – Walk Start
Location
Riverview Park
2100 W. Rio Salado Parkway
Mesa, AZ 85201

2023 Charleston Walk to End Colon Cancer | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-11-18 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Drive, Charleston, 29412
Join us at James Island County Park on Saturday, November 18, 2023, to walk to end colorectal cancer. Register today, fundraise and build your team, and get ready to walk.
For those not able or not yet comfortable being in person, walk in your own neighborhood as a virtual walker.
Time
9:00am – Registration
9:30am – Opening Ceremony
10:00am – Walk Start
Location
James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive
Charleston, SC 29412

TRN Golf Simulator Tournament Fundraiser for Cancer Survivors
2023-11-26 00:00 - 2023-12-16 23:59 (America/Denver) | TRN Grandview, 5601 Yukon Street, Arvada, CO, 80002, United States
You’re invited to join Epic Experience in our inaugural Golf Simulator Tournament! The event is a fun, competitive fundraiser that supports programs that empower cancer thrivers to live beyond cancer!
The tournament will run from November 26th – December 15th. The format of the tournament is a scramble with the ability to purchase additional mulligans. Once you purchase your scramble twosome you have three weeks to come in and schedule your tee time to record your scores. The TRN will record all scores and we will present prizes to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams at our awards ceremony on December 16th from 2-4pm at The TRN Arvada. Each 2 person scramble team will include food and 2 comped drinks at the Awards Ceremony.
The good news is that the weather will be perfect, you won’t lose any balls, and you’re making a difference in the lives of cancer thrivers.
The bad news? You still can’t hide that slice in your swing!

2023 National Blue Hope Bash | Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2023-12-02 19:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | The National Building Museum, 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
The Blue Hope Bash is the premier fundraising gala that benefits patients and caregivers served by the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. Bash supporters make possible transformative programs that increase screening, magnify support, and accelerate research to save lives.
In addition to the cocktail reception, dinner, entertainment, and dancing, this year, we are honoring Trey Mancini, Chicago Cubs’ first baseman and stage III colon cancer survivor. Mancini will attend the Bash and receive the Blue Star Award for his selfless and inspiring commitment to the Alliance’s mission of ending colorectal cancer since his diagnosis in 2020.
Date:
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Location:
The National Building Museum
401 F Street NW Washington, DC 20001
Attire:
Blue Cocktail Attire
More details coming soon!
bit.ly/23BHB

2023 Brushes With Cancer Art Exhibit & Celebration
2023-12-02 19:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Zhou B Art Center, 1029 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Brushes with Cancer is a unique celebration that pairs accomplished Artists with “Inspirations,” who are those who have been touched by cancer. As an Inspiration shares their twist on cancer – stories, feelings, and experiences – the artist creates a unique piece of art that represents the Inspiration’s personal journeys with cancer. All of the artwork will be on display at this event, as Inspirations and Artists reflect on their journey together. Tickets are $300 each are available here: https://one.bidpal.net/brusheswithcancermidwest2023/ticketing
More information is available at: https://twistoutcancer.org/brushes/midwest2023/

Team Tony Cancer Foundation's 6th Annual Gran Fondo Sarasota
2023-12-03 06:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Florida Farm Bureau Pavilion, 7289 Palmer Boulevard, Sarasota, FL, 34240, United States
Team Tony Cancer Foundation’s sixth annual Gran Fondo Sarasota, a fundraising event for the Sarasota-based nonprofit organization that provides free peer-to-peer cancer support and resources to cancer fighters, survivors and caregivers in the local community, will be held Sunday, December 3, 2023.
Participants of all skill levels can choose to ride the 5-mile Cruiser ride, 33-mile Piccolo, 62.5-mile Medio or 100-mile Gran distance. After the activities, attendees can enjoy music, great food and family-friendly fun.

The Riverside Orchestra’s Winter 2023 Concert
2023-12-15 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | St Paul St Andrew Church, 263 West 86th Street, New York, NY, 10024, United States
Join us for Riverside Orchestra’s Winter Concert featuring Coleridge-Taylor and Mahler!

MLK Day of Service and Remembrance
2023-12-19 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | UCAN Nichols Center, 3605 W. Fillmore, Chicago, IL, 60624, United States
Please plan to join UCAN on Monday, January 15th at UCAN’s Nichols Center (3605 W. Fillmore Street) to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by serving others, remembering those we’ve lost, and promoting peace in our community.
Dr. King’s willingness to serve and encourage solidarity inspires us. On this day, we will stand together with fellow staff, family members, friends, and participants to remember lives lost and build a stronger foundation for peace.
Our program will include a prayer for the community, a service project to assemble comfort kits for anyone suffering loss, and a catered lunch.
The first 100 registrants will receive a free commemorative hoodie.
https://ucanchicago.org/mlk-day

A Slay Bell Bash
2023-12-23 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | UCAN GYM, 3640 W. Fillmore, Chicago, IL, United States
Everyone is invited to this fun-filled holiday party for the whole family! Join your colleagues, clients, and community for a catered holiday meal and all the entertainment you can imagine!
Don’t miss:
• 12pm Magic Show – with live animals!
• The Grinch (11am-1pm) vs. Santa and Mrs. Claus (12pm-2pm)
• 1pm Black Ahlusion Dancers
• Face painting, balloon animals, bounce houses, and video games!
• and gifts!
— presented in partnership with HUG A CHILD MAKE A CHANGE with funding from My CHI My Future
