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Putting Art at the HeART of Healing

Creativity

“Finding people who have had, or are going, through similar issues has helped me know I am not going crazy. It has given me resources to get help, learn coping skills, and have a community
I can call on, learn from, cry and laugh with.”

Hirsch Participant

Classes, workshops, and other activities at the Hirsch Center are designed to facilitate creative expression through hands-on learning and experimentation in the arts. We believe that everyone is creative. Although the hectic pace of modern life can break our connection with natural creativity, it never really leaves us — and after a cancer diagnosis, it can be an invaluable tool for self-empowerment and healing.

Our programs are designed to offer a no-pressure, relaxing environment to investigate or reawaken inspiration, while you acquire new techniques and insights from area experts who work or teach in the arts. All programs are free of charge to cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers!

Wellness

“I came to this workshop mostly because of my cancer. Through the class, I felt encouraged, uplifted and motivated. I was able to express myself without feeling judged. Making new friends took away some of my fears.” Hirsch Participant

Why offer free arts instruction? Because we believe, and studies have shown, that regular artistic practice relieves stress, enhances mindfulness, and can generally improve health outcomes. Making art connects us to a profound source of creative flow; we are invited to enter an inner dialogue between ourselves and the materials, which can open up avenues for emotional expression shown to decrease stress and depression.

Along with the benefits of creativity, Hirsch Wellness Network provides activities that foster a balance between the physical and the emotional. Yoga is another very popular class. With a rich tradition going back thousands of years, yoga has been shown to improve flexibility, build strength and stimulate a healthy immune system response. We invite you to sign up and begin exploring!

Program Registration

Learn More about Hirsch Healing Arts Programs for Cancer Survivors and Caregivers!

Sep

Tue

Tuesdays at Triad Yoga

Sep 17 @ 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm

4:00 pm

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Join this weekly yoga session designed for cancer survivors and their caregivers. In this class gentle yoga postures will be adapted to assist each student’s needs to promote flexibility, mobility and strength. Sessions will evolve[...]

Triad Yoga Institute

Sep

Wed

Writing to Heal with Molly Haile

Sep 18 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

1:00 pm

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Expressive writing has the power to help us transform our physical, mental and spiritual health. Take time for yourself and join us for these monthly creative workshops, and learn ways of using writing as a[...]

Hirsch Center at Revolution Mill

Sep

Thu

Yoga: Managing Stress and Improving Sleep w/ Terry Brown

Sep 19 @ 7:15 pm – 8:45 pm

7:15 pm

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Research has found that cancer patients that have a regular yoga practice experience a reduction in stress along with seeing an improvement in their quality of life, appetite, and pain reduction. Yoga has also been[...]

Triad Yoga

Sep

Fri

Sumi-e Painting and Lettering with Carol Moates Part 3 of 3 Sessions

Sep 20 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

1:00 pm

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Sumi-e goes beyond the simple painting technique. Sumi-e painting is a calming art form that invites your thoughts to fade away until only a white sheet of paper remains in your mind. Using mindfulness and imagery,[...]

Hirsch Center at Revolution Mill

Sep

Sat

Guided Aquatic Movement

Sep 21 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

2:00 pm

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Water is a natural healer offering physical and emotional release. Guided aquatic sessions promote movement, muscle strengthening and FUN! This program is sponsored by Hirsch Wellness Network and Club Fitness for cancer patients, survivors and[...]

Pool @ Club Fitness (Green Valley location)

Sep

Mon

Sketching with a Brush w/ Bob Nordbruch

Sep 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

1:00 pm

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Sketching with a brush is just another way of thinking about applying paint. Come learn this expressive painting skill with artist Bob Nordbruch. We will mix and apply paints to canvas in a spontaneous, impressionistic[...]

Hirsch Center at Revolution Mill

Sep

Mon

Taiji/Qigong w/ Bill Savage NEW LOCATION Central Gallery Rev Mill

Sep 23 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

6:30 pm

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Join Bill Savage to explore the fundementals of Taiji/Qigong and meditation and benefit from a complete practice for improving health and overall well-being. The gentle, slow movements of Qigong allow anyone to participate and progress[...]

Central Gallery at Revolution Mill