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All online events are hosted in Microsoft Teams. You must register to receive an email link to join prior to the scheduled event date. 

Table for Two

Wednesday, June 1, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  

Wednesday, June 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Spartanburg Medical Center

Table for Two is a weekly, casual gathering for breastfeeding mothers and their babies to talk with other moms, discuss concerns and learn tips on breastfeeding. Attendance is encouraged after your baby is 2 weeks old. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the link above to register.

Healthy & Balanced—Spartanburg

Thursday, June 2, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Bearden-Josey Center for Breast Health, Education Room

Healthy & Balanced is a weight loss and physical activity support group for cancer survivors. Maintaining a healthy weight, consuming a nutrient rich diet, and engaging in regular physical activity after the completion of cancer treatment can be challenging. With the proper tools and support you can find your healthy balance while achieving your weight loss and physical activity goals! Register to be contacted by our Survivorship Program Manager to discuss your participation in the program. For more information, call 864-530-6477.

Cancer Survivors Day

Sunday, June 6, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Upward Star Center

Cancer Survivors Day honors the perseverance and courage of all cancer survivors. Join the Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute staff for an afternoon of celebrating survivorship, drive-thru style! We have to-go meals for you and three guests. Your guests must be in the vehicle with you.

Prepared Breastfeeding 

Monday, June 6, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, June 21, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Online Class 

This two-hour class will help you get a healthy start to breastfeeding your newborn. Learn about milk production, feeding cues, latching techniques, milk storage and problem-solving tips for successful breastfeeding. This class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Please feel free to include your spouse or support person. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the link above to register. 

Healthy & Balanced

Tuesday, June 7, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center — Pelham Demo Kitchen, second floor

Healthy and Balanced is a weight loss and physical activity support group for cancer survivors. Maintaining a healthy weight, consuming a nutrient rich diet, and engaging in regular physical activity after the completion of cancer treatment can be challenging. With the proper tools and support you can find your healthy balance while achieving your weight loss and physical activity goals. Join us monthly and work towards being healthy and balanced. Register to be contacted by our Survivorship Program Manager to discuss your participation in the program. For more information, call 864-530-6477.

Weight Loss Surgery Support Group 

Thursday, June 9, 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Online Support Group 

An Upstate area support group for patients in all phases of the surgical weight loss process. Network with others who have experienced similar challenges with the lifestyle changes necessary to lose weight and keep it off successfully. Click on the date above to register. 

Prepared Parents: Infant Care 

Thursday, June 9, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
Online Class 

This class focuses on routine care for your newborn. Topics include breastfeeding, bathing, medical and safety information. Your spouse or support person is encouraged to participate. Click on the date above to register. 

Prepared Childbirth 

Tuesday, June 14, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 23, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Online Class 

Learn everything you need to know about the childbirth process and the options available to you during pregnancy, labor and delivery. The information you learn in this comprehensive, fact-based class will help reduce your anxiety and help you have a more positive birth experience. Your spouse or support person is encouraged to participate. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the preferred date above to register.  

Prostate Cancer Screening

Tuesday, June 14, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center – Union

One in seven men will get prostate cancer, the second most common non-skin cancer in the United States. A new case is diagnosed every three minutes. The five-year survival rate for prostate cancer is nearly 100 percent. Gibbs Cancer Center is offering free prostate screenings for qualifying men ages 40-64 and for men with an increased risk of developing prostate cancer. Qualifying factors include uninsured men or men without a primary care physician who has not had a PSA test in the last year within the recommended age range. Please call 864-560-1966 to schedule your screening appointment.

Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection 

Wednesday, June 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Spartanburg Medical Center 

A certified child passenger safety technician will inspect your child’s car seat for proper installation. Click on the link above to register, then call 864-560-6845 before your appointment for directions to the inspection station on the campus of Spartanburg Medical Center. 

Safe Kids 101 for New and Expecting Parents 

Wednesday, June 15, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Online Class 

This one-hour webinar includes information about basic car seat features, installation techniques and how to choose an appropriate car seat based on your child’s age, height and weight. You will also learn ways to avoid accidents in the home involving fire, burns, drowning, falls and poisoning. Click on the link above to register. 

Cardiac Connection 

Wednesday, June 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Gibbs Cancer Center Auditorium — Spartanburg 

A community for people of all ages with or at risk for heart disease. Relevant topics are presented each month. If you prefer attending online, contact Dawn Maddux 864-560-8185. Click on the link above to register. 

Be Prostate Aware

Wednesday, June 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center — Pelham

The prostate undergoes many changes during the course of a man’s life and generally remains stable until men reach their mid-40s. It is important to know that most changes are not cancer but should be screened and monitored by your doctor. Join us for lunch to hear radiation oncologist Dan Fried, MD, speak about prostate health, explain the process of discovering and diagnosing prostate cancer and share the latest treatment options available at Gibbs Cancer Center.

Just the Ticket: Child Passenger Safety 

Monday, June 20, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Online Class 

This class is designed specifically for violators of the child passenger occupant law. This class covers information about South Carolina’s child passenger laws, the safest way to secure your child in a vehicle, proper car seat installation, when to update or replace your child’s car seat and other safety tips to help keep your child safe on the road. Click on the link above to register. 

Diabetes Wellness Circle 

Tuesday, June 21, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Online Support Group 

Diabetes care and education specialists offer support, encouragement and education to anyone living with diabetes. Support persons are also encouraged to attend. Click on the link above to register. 

Virtual Veg Edge 

Wednesday June 29, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Online Support Group 

This month, explore how mindful eating can help you control your eating habits. Observe as our speakers demonstrate a simple smoothie recipe. Click on the link above to register.