Cloztalk Events Calendar

Life Time Cycle for TEAL
2021-11-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Life Time Burr Ridge, IL, 601 Burr Ridge Parkway, Burr Ridge, IL, 60527, United States
Life Time is offering an opportunity for you to cycle for TEAL and support the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition.
If you are looking for a way to enjoy a great ride and support your favorite charity, join us for the TEAL ride at Life Time ! You can choose from a 1-hour or two hour ride, take advantage of free on-site childcare and also enjoy a refreshing smoothie after your ride. You can also feel good about your ride supporting women who deal with ovarian cancer, since the proceeds from this ride support the programs and services of NOCC. Ride for TEAL and make an Impact!

AllyCon 2021 - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-11-14 08:00 - 2022-01-16 17:00 (America/New_York)
The AllyCon 2021 national conference is the premier opportunity to connect with other patients, caregivers, and survivors, hear from experts on the latest in treatment, and share your experience.
All are invited, including newly diagnosed patients, long-term survivors, caregivers, family members, advocates, and other allies.
AllyCon is the signature patient and family support educational event. We are committed to providing attendees with the latest treatment and survivorship information in a forum that enables networking.
All colorectal cancer patients and survivors, both in and out of treatment, as well their caregivers and family members are invited. Advocacy professionals, medical staff, and clinicians are also welcome. This conference is focused on education and industry leadership, and we hope all participants leave with a shared sense of community and empowerment.

2021 Blue Hope Bash: One Nation Forward - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-11-13 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
The Blue Hope Bash will once again stream nationally on November 13, 2021, live from Washington, D.C., and around the country.
Please mark your calendar and join your nation of allies as we move forward in the mission to end colorectal cancer. This year’s Blue Hope Bash will inspire as we celebrate one another, our collective resilience, and our unstoppable determination to screen, care, and cure.
NBC News anchor, Craig Melvin will once again emcee the national Blue Hope Bash. Craig has emceed the Blue Hope Bash in Washington, DC, for years because he knows what, and who, is at risk from this disease.
Craig is a passionate, dedicated force in our mission to end colorectal cancer in our lifetime.
The Alliance’s photo contest celebrates aspects of life that provide the strength, comfort, or determination to move forward through a cancer journey. Submit your photo now through October 18 for a chance to win and be featured during the Blue Hope Bash: One Nation Forward live stream! https://www.2021bluehopebash.org/event/Photo-Contest

The Gifted Gown Sneaker Ball
2021-11-13 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Biltwell Event Center, 950 S White River Pkwy W Dr, Indianapolis, IN, 46221, United States
The 2nd Annual Gifted Gown Sneaker Ball will be presented at the Biltwell Event Center with GEICO being our partner sponsor featuring fashion, music, dancing, food, Best Sneaker Contest, Kendra Scott Pop-Up Shop, Silent Auction, Indy Maven Photo Lounge, and more! Dust off those gowns, tuxes and sneaks and join us for a fun night out benefiting The Gifted Gown.
We are a 100% volunteer run organization and all proceeds from our Sneaker Ball will go to sustain our low overhead (rent, insurance, website and upkeep of our boutique) to ensure we continue to help our community on an annual basis. We hope to fulfill a few items on our “wish list” as well such as new floors in our boutique, build out of our current space, new HVAC work, new hangers and racks for our gowns, and to become more mobile with our services.
Your health and safety is our #1 priority so we will require proof of full COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test taken within 72 hours of The Sneaker Ball. We want this to be a fun and safe event for the community we love so much!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

2021 Phoenix Walk to End Colon Cancer - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-11-13 07:30 - 11:00 (America/Phoenix) | Riverview Park, 2100 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa, AZ, 85201, United States
Join us at Riverview Park anytime between 7:30 am and 11 am to walk the 5K route with your team, get swag from our sponsors, pick up your fundraising items and survivor medals, and spread awareness for colorectal cancer. Our survivor ceremony and fundraising awards will be posted online the weekend of the Walk.
For those not able or not yet comfortable walking at the park, just swing by to pick up your items for fundraising and participating, or register as a virtual walker.

Youth Outreach Services "Stronger Together Fall Tailgate"
2021-11-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Youth Outreach Services called an audible and changed our, postponed, annual gala theme to a Fall Tailgate Fundraiser. But, that was not the only call change in this game. After careful consideration and concerns over your safety we decided to go virtual. There will still be a lot of live game action and plenty of ways to give including a silent auction. We cannot wait to have you tune in on Friday, November 12, 2021!
All proceeds from the event will go towards adolescent mental health and mentoring services for high-risk teens. With the rising need for accessible services for families in need, it more important than ever that we help our local youth set achievable goals to succeed in life.

Future Founders U.Pitch Collegiate Pitch Competition
2021-11-10 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
A prestigious national elevator pitch competition where top collegiate founders showcase business ideas to accomplished entrepreneurs and investors.

2021 Dallas/Fort-Worth Walk to End Colon Cancer - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-11-06 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | River Legacy Park, 701 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX, 76006, United States
We will be walking in person and implementing many precautions to make sure everyone involved in the Dallas/Fort Worth Walk to End Colon Cancer can participate safely. Upon arrival, participants will set out on their walk with family, friends, and teammates. Stay tuned for more specifics on the walk route and format.
This year’s walk will also offer the option for participants to walk in their own neighborhoods and then come to the walk location to pick up their swag bag, survivor medal, and fundraising incentives.

Lawndale Christian Legal Center's 10th Annual Benefit Gala
2021-11-04 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St., Chicago, IL, 60614, United States
Join us for Lawndale Christian Legal Center’s 10th Annual Benefit Gala: The Justice Rising Gala on Thursday, November 4, 2021 celebrating our 12th year of community-based, holistic legal services in North Lawndale! This year’s event will be a hybrid event – we will host an in-person event at the Chicago History Museum, while providing a live streaming event to those who purchase virtual tickets!
The in-person gala will feature a tasting-style dinner showcasing several Chicago restaurants which will each bring individual portions of their signature dishes. The event will also feature tournament style fundraising! The in-person and virtual experiences will include a program with a keynote speech from Rodney Brown, one of our Partner in Justice Awardees, which is presented to an extraordinary individual who demonstrates commitment and passion to pursuing justice, equity, and opportunity for young people. Our other Partner in Justice Awardees will also be honored: Yolanda Fields, Adam Alonso, and Matt DeMateo. Both experiences will also feature our Outstanding Staff Award recipient and our Emerging Leader Award recipient, Deshawn Nelson. Cliff Nellis and Dr. Dennis Deer will present about the exciting future of our organization. We will also have some wonderful entertainment from local musicians.
The event will be an extraordinary opportunity to eat well, to mingle with others who have a passion for restorative justice while participating in activities, and to support LCLC in our mission to transform the criminal justice system in Cook County and beyond!

Kids Kicking Cancer "Pediatric Psychosocial Palliative Care Virtual Conference"
2021-11-04 13:00 - 17:00, 2021-11-03 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join us Nov. 3-4, 2021, for the 2021 Pediatric Psychosocial and Palliative Care Virtual Conference, hosted by Kids Kicking Cancer. This year’s theme, Creating a Culture of Healing Empowerment, will focus on standards of care and how to create a personalized approach to address the physical, psychological, and social effects that a possibly life-threatening illness can have on a family.
Don’t miss out on this informative and incredibly inspirational event. Continuing Education credits available for Social Work, Nursing & Child Life.
Tickets can be purchased at KidsKickingCancer.org/Conference. ClozTalk members use code KKC10OFF for $10 off registration price.

Harvest against Hunger 2021
2021-10-23 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL, 425 Fawell Blvd (Waterleaf Campus), Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137, United States
Celebrate The GardenWorks Project’s 10th year of improving food insecurity within the region. This year, our fall fundraiser will celebrate the harvest of our local farmers, such as Janie’s Mill, McDonald Farm, Mayneland Farms, and Nichols Farm and Orchard. Instead of an in-person event, please pick up your farm share box and meal at the College of DuPage’s Waterleaf Restaurant between the hours of 11:00AM-2:00PM.
You can plant the seeds for a healthier region by purchasing a Farm Share full of local products and enjoy a special curated small plate menu created by College of DuPage Culinary, highlighting the local produce of the season. All proceeds benefit The GardenWorks Project and its mission to grow a healthier region through home and community gardens.

2021 Atlanta Walk to End Colon Cancer - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-10-23 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | John C. Howell Park, 797 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30306, United States
Join us at Historic Fourth Ward Park anytime between 8 am and 11 am to walk the 5K route with your team, get swag from our sponsors, pick up your fundraising items and survivor medals, and spread awareness for colorectal cancer.
For those not able or not yet comfortable walking at the park, just swing by to pick up your items for fundraising and participating, or register as a virtual walker.

2021 San Diego Walk to End Colon Cancer - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-10-23 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Spanish Landing Park, 3900 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
We will be walking in person and implementing many precautions to make sure everyone involved in the San Diego Walk to End Colon Cancer can participate safely. We will be meeting at the Spanish Landing Park! Upon arrival, participants will set out on their walk with family, friends, and teammates. Instead of walking as one large group, your team can arrive and walk any time between 8am and 10am.

An Art Therapy Event – A Virtual Twistshop From Twist Out Cancer in October
2021-10-21 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
“Virtual Twistshops” are wellness and art therapy focused workshops that promote healing, relaxation, and emotional recovery through creative based intervention. Topics change each time.
“Curio Cards”
In this Twistshop we will be constructing “curio” or curiosity cards. Traditionally, curio cabinets hold objects that memorialize themes important to the creator and are displayed in a purposeful manner. Today we are combining this concept with the “calling card,” a custom that originated in 18th c. England, where pictures and heartfelt messages were inscribed on the back of repurposed playing cards and then given away. The goal of this art practice will be to create curio cards (meant to be kept or given away) that reflect on the topic of honoring someone or something important to the creator.
This Twistshop will be facilitated by Sherry Warner, MFA, MA, ATR-BC
Sherry is a creative facilitator and board certified art therapist living and working in southern New Jersey. She practices using art in her own life and with others as a way to engage in mindful self compassion and exploration. She is influenced by sociocultural themes and oftentimes uses alternative and found materials in visual art practices. Sherry’s work is based on a trauma-informed model that puts emphasis on the mind-body connection and using art viewing and doing as an integral part of managing life’s stressors.
Suggested materials:
Small pieces of cardboard
jewelry boxes,
playing cards for repurposing,
scissors,
glue,
paint markers, oil pastels
pre-cut imagery or photographs for repurposing,
pen/sharpie or other writing utensils
and colored paper for collaging.
Suggested Donation $5-$10 to help us continue to provide programming for our community.
Any questions, please contact jacqueline@twistoutcancer.org

2021 Denver Blue Hope Bash - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-10-15 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, 7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO, 80230, United States
The Blue Hope Bash Denver is a signature event of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. It unites both individuals and corporations that are passionate about supporting our mission to end colorectal cancer within our lifetime.
Proceeds from the Blue Hope Bash will support the Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s goals to reverse the decline in preventive screenings caused by the pandemic, support more patients who are navigating this disease during a global health crisis and fund more research to ultimately find a cure for colorectal cancer.

Lakeview Pantry "Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope"
2021-10-15 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | RPM on the Water, 317 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
Lakeview Pantry invites you to join us in coming together to fight hunger and feed hope for our Chicago neighbors facing economic hardship. We look forward to once again gathering with friends at this year’s Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope event!
We have set a goal of $450,000 to support Lakeview Pantry’s vital community programs. With your support, we will continue providing food for today and hope for tomorrow for our neighbors.
Join us for a night of entertainment while you enjoy a sit down dinner and bid on fabulous auction prizes right from your smart phone!
Prefer to join us for the comfort of your couch? Get a live stream ticket and don’t miss out on the action! Watch our program, bid on silent auction items, and support our Chicago communities from wherever you are.

Twist Out Cancer's Northeast Brushes with Cancer Art Exhibition & Celebration
2021-10-10 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Brushes with Cancer provides psycho-social support for those touched by cancer to improve the quality of life for cancer patients, their family, and loved ones, through a unique art experience.
Brushes with Cancer strategically matches artists with those touched by cancer to create unique pieces of artwork reflective of their journey. Over a period of 5 months, pairs will connect virtually and their relationships are guided and supported by Twist Out Cancer mentors with the intention of creating a support system for both the artist and inspiration. The program finishes on a high note with our signature celebratory art exhibition, gala and auction where the artwork is revealed for the first time. Due to the nature of the pandemic all Brushes with Cancer programs will be held virtually with the hope of being able to gather in the near future.
We invite you to join the TOC community and guests for an evening of celebration, storytelling, survivorship, and hope. During the celebration, each artist’s piece will be officially revealed and auctioned, with proceeds benefitting the mission and work of Twist Out Cancer.
The Northeast Brushes with Cancer program includes 49 participants, plus 8 mentors, from 14 states across the U.S., plus Bavaria, Mexico, and Ireland. Tickets for the celebration can be found at: www.TwistOutCancer.org/brushes/northeast2021

Imerman Angels at Chicago Marathon
2021-10-10 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Chicago, IL, United States
General registration for the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon closed in February, but you can still be on the Start Line on Sunday, October 10th. Secure your entry immediately by joining Team Imerman Angels, an Official Charity Partner of the Chicago Marathon. We invite you to join the team and be a part of this amazing event. In the process, you will be making a profound and tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer. Join Team Imerman Angels and claim your Guaranteed Entry.

2021 Indianapolis Blue Hope Bash - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-10-09 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 502 East Event Centre, 502 E Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
The Blue Hope Bash Indianapolis is a signature event of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. It unites both individuals and corporations that are passionate about supporting our mission to end colorectal cancer within our lifetime.

2021 Buffalo Walk to End Colon Cancer - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-10-09 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Ellicott Creek Park, 1 Ellicott Creek Drive, Tonawanda, NY, 14150, United States
Join us at Ellicott Creek Park anytime between 8 am and 11 am to walk the 5K route with your team, get swag from our sponsors, pick up your fundraising items and survivor medals, and spread awareness for colorectal cancer.
For those not able or not yet comfortable walking at the park, just swing by to pick up your items for fundraising and participating, or register as a virtual walker.

Code Your Dreams "OktCoderFest"
2021-10-08 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Hubbard inn (Chicago, IL), 110 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
We’re excited to invite you to OktCoderFest – Code Your Dreams’ annual fundraising event of the year – on Friday, October 8th at 6-9PM at Chicago’s Hubbard Inn.
So much has happened already in 2021! We added a new Data Science track to our curriculum, launched classrooms in Kenya, and created partnerships to teach in prisons. Our team of volunteers and teachers have been unstoppable.
We couldn’t do it without your help! Code Your Dreams depends on incredible supporters like you to bring needed teachers and resources to underserved communities that we work with.
I hope that I see you at OktCoderFest to celebrate our impact and look forward to the future. We’ll have DJ’s, a raffle and photo booth, and more!

Detroit Public Schools Champions of Education Dinner
2021-10-06 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Detroit Yacht Club, 1 Riverbank Dr, Detroit, MI, 48207, United States
Join us at our 8th Annual Champions of Education presented by Ford Motor Company Fund. Honoring our students, educators and community partners, DTE Energy and DTE Energy Foundation on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the Detroit Yacht Club!
The experience this year may be different, but no less of a celebration! Lets give back to our amazing students and educators for all their hard work this past year.

Positive Choices, Powerful Lives
2021-10-05 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Positive Choices, Powerful Lives is back in 2021 as a virtual event and we hope you’ll join us on Wednesday, October 13th at 6:00pm! Save your spot by clicking the event link below!
Become an AFG Ambassador by hosting a virtual table in the comfort of your home by inviting friends and family to join you in learning about AFG’s mission and critical programs along with inspiring stories from our participants. If you’re interested in learning more or would like to become and AFG Ambassador, please contact Dawn Barrack, Director of Fund Development at dbarrack@alternativesforgirls.org

Cancer Wellness Center "Chicago Cancer Symposium"
2021-10-04 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Anytime, Anywhere!, IL, United States
Cancer Wellness Center, Sharsheret and Israel Cancer Research Fund have partnered together for our first-annual virtual symposium. The symposium will feature prominent Chicagoland cancer organizations highlighting a variety of interesting topics on genomic testing, art therapy and body image, cancer patient and survivor insights.
There is something for everyone, choose one or more sessions that interest you and learn more about all these local resources!

2021 Cleveland Walk to End Colon Cancer - Colorectal Cancer Alliance
2021-10-02 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Flats, East Bank, 1055 Old River Rd, Cleveland, OH, 44113, United States
We will be walking in person and implementing many precautions to make sure everyone involved in the Cleveland Walk to End Colon Cancer can participate safely. We will be meeting at the Flats again this year! From there, participants will set out on their walk with family, friends, and teammates. Stay tuned for more specifics on the walk route and format.
This year’s walk will also offer the option for participants to walk in their own neighborhoods and then come to the Flats to pick up their swag bag, survivor medal, and fundraising incentives.

An Art Therapy Event – A Virtual Twistshop From Twist Out Cancer in September
2021-09-30 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
“Virtual Twistshops” are wellness and art therapy focused workshops that promote healing, relaxation, and emotional recovery through creative based intervention. Topics change each time.
Facilitated by Michaela Herr, MA, ATR-BC, LPC and a Twistshop Facilitator from Philadelphia, PA.
We will be exploring guided imagery and creating images reflective of personal journeys. Register to access this FREE event & please invite your loved ones to join you.
Suggested art supplies to have on hand:
-sketchbook/ paper
-crayons/markers/color pencils
-magazines/ scissors/ glue
-Watercolor paints
-Pens/ pencils
Suggested Donation $5-$10 to help us continue to provide programming for our community.
Any questions, please contact jacqueline@twistoutcancer.org

The H Foundation "Karting for Cancer"
2021-09-25 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Autobahn Country Club, 1801 Centerpoint Way, Joliet, IL, 60436, United States
Karting for Cancer is a competitive fundraising event to make a difference in the fight against cancer! You and your team will compete against others in not 1 but 2 challenges – the team that raises the most for basic science cancer research and the fastest team in our high-speed go kart race! Will your team be 1st place overall? SIGN UP TODAY!
This fast paced race, which will be held on the newly renovated Autobahn Country Club karting course, will last 2 hours. This will be a professional grade, high performance racing experience! Your team will be driving go carts that can reach speeds of up to 55mph as you race around a half mile track. No experience is needed, and helmets will be provided for all drivers. There will be 15 karts/teams competing in the race. All teams will rotate karts throughout the race to minimize the impact of equipment differences. Each team will also experience pit stops to add to the excitement and adventure of the experience. A minimum age of 16 is required to be a driver, and drivers under the age of 18 will need to have a notarized waiver signed.
But wait… there’s more! By raising the most money prior to the Karting for Cancer Race, your team will receive pole position and your choice of Karting for Cancer go-kart. All other teams will start based upon fundraising total (starting position 2 – 15) and will be assigned a go-kart for the race instead of choosing their kart of choice.
Autobahn Country Club is the Midwest’s Premier Motorsports Club featuring Road Racing, Karting, Driver Training and a full featured Events Venue.
Sign up a team, make a donation, join us as a spectator or sponsor… help make a difference in cancer research!

Volunteer Event: Gay For Good + Carolina Tiger Rescue
2021-09-11 08:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Carolina Tiger Rescue, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Gay For Good’s LGBTQ+ Volunteer Network (allies welcome too) when we return to one of our more popular project locations, Carolina Tiger Rescue, to volunteer!
What you need to know…
Duties may include clearing vines and brush from empty enclosures, digging trenches for drainage, building or dismantling fences or other light construction tasks. As a volunteer, you should be prepared for moderately strenuous physical work in a fairly rustic, natural outdoor environment. NOTE: We will not be interacting directly with the animals, but volunteers do get a tour of the facility, either before or after the project.
All volunteers must register on the Gay For Good website to attend.
Space is limited to 8 volunteers.

CWC Better Together Benefit
2021-09-10 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago)
The Cancer Wellness Center is experiencing an unprecedented demand for cancer support services. Since January, we have provided 28% more counseling hours in comparison to 2020. Proceeds from the Benefit are instrumental in providing our much-needed programs and services to CWC participants.
You can make a difference! Even though we will not be together, we hope you will consider supporting the Center by purchasing raffle tickets, participating in the silent auction, or making a donation. You may also visit www.cancerwellness.org for more information.
