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- July 28, 2026
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(In-Person) Flow & Frequency
July 28, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Join us for a soul-soothing evening outside that blends the gentle movement of candlelit yoga with the immersive healing of a guided sound journey. As soft candlelit fills the room, you'll be guided through a slow, grounding yoga flow designed to release tension and invite stillness. Then, allow yourself to fully surrender as you're bathed in the calming vibrations of crystals singing bowls, chimes, and other healing instruments. This sound journey will balance to your mind, body and spirit.
Facilitated by Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James & Robbie Wells
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(In-Person) Death Cafe
July 28, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
At a Death Cafe, we gather to eat cake, drink tea, and discuss death. Our objective is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite), magnificent lives. A Death Cafe is a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.
Facilitated by Carey M. Palmquist, MSM & End-of-Life Doula
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(Online) Living with Cancer Support Group
July 28, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meets weekly on Tuesday
This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC
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- July 29, 2026
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(In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
July 29, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(In-Person) Feeding Your Demons
July 29, 2026 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
In this experiential workshop, you will be guided through the process of Feeding Your Demons®, a transformative modality to shift feelings, patterns and beliefs connected to your cancer experience. With ancient Buddhist roots, Feeding Your
Demons® recognizes a “demon” as anything that drains your energy. As we turn toward our discomfort rather than pushing it away, the energies within us open to inner strength, innate wisdom, and a profound sense of peace.Facilitated by Beth Shekinah Terrence, MS Certified Feeding Your Demons® Facilitator & Authorized Teacher
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(Online) Oncology Yoga Class
July 29, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Meets weekly on Wednesday
The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.
Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
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(Online) Yoga Nidra
July 29, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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(In-Person) Living Well with Cancer
July 29, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
For adults living with cancer focuses on building coping skills, emotional resilience, and personal growth. Participants are invited to connect with others who understand the cancer experience while learning practical tools to navigate challenges, reduce stress, and strengthen a sense of support and community.
Facilitated by Katie Jank, LCSW-C
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- July 30, 2026
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(In-Person) Healing Harmony Circle
July 30, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Meditation • Sound Bowls • Reiki
Join us for a peaceful one-hour group experience designed to support relaxation, balance, and healing. Krystle (Reiki Master), Robbie (Sound Bowl practitioner), and Linda (Healing Touch & Reiki facilitator) will guide participants through gentle meditation, soothing sound bowl vibrations,
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(Online) Yoga Nidra
July 30, 2026 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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- July 31, 2026
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(Online) Prayer Circle
July 31, 2026 9:30 am - 10:00 am
A non-denominational prayer time for sharing positive energy.
Join in to listen, and share the celebrations, cares, and concerns of our members.Facilitated by Reverend John Crestwell
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(In-Person) Walking Group
July 31, 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am
This group is an active social group that gathers members to meet, motivate, and support each other. It will promote mental health, emotional health, positivity, and interaction
with others. We will walk at Quiet Waters Park (During inclement weather and through the wintertime, we will walk at Annapolis Mall).Facilitated by Wellness House Volunteers
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- August 3, 2026
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(Online) Wake-up Gentle Stretch
August 3, 2026 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Join us as members are guided in a gentle morning stretch routine. This class will be led from a seated position in a chair. Please have a strap, belt, or towel available for an extra good stretch. Give your body a treat to start your week.
Instructed by certified yoga instructor Leah Saliter
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(In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
August 3, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(In-Person) Horse Connections
August 3, 2026 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
For those members who can't get enough of horses, join Angie Burnett, Equine Specialists, and a fellow wellness house member for an intimate and relaxing opportunity to spend time grooming and Chesapeake Dressage's healing herd. Offered for two members at a time, this program allows for participants to experiencing the gift of connection while giving back loving affection to equine partner.
Facilitated by Angie Burnett, Equine Specialist
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(In-Person) Healing with Horses
August 3, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Come and experience the healing power of horses to transform, empower, and inspire. In this 90-minute group, participants will partner with Emma Rogers, Certified Equine Gestalt Coach, and Angie Burnett, Equine Specialist, to deepen their knowledge of self and harness their innate resilience.
Facilitated by Emma Rogers, LCSW-C, EGC, EOL Doula & Angie Burnett, Barn Manager
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(In-Person) Artistic Expressions Dian Donnelly
August 3, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join Diane Donnelly for an uplifting afternoon of creativity and connection as we paint inspirational rocks, share stories, and create meaningful keepsakes that celebrate hope, strength, and the beauty found in every journey.
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(In-Person) Family Horse Connections
August 3, 2026 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
This is an intimate and relaxing opportunity to
spend time grooming and enjoying Chesapeake
Dressage’s healing herd. Offered for one family
(three total with at least 1 adult) at a time, this
program allows for participants to experience the
gift of connection while giving back loving affection
to their equine partner.
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- August 4, 2026
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(In-Person) Evening Yoga
August 4, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
This gentle yoga class is designed to help you relax, stretch, and strengthen your body through slow, mindful movements and deep breathing. Perfect for all levels, it promotes relaxation and well-being while honoring your body's needs and limitations.
Facilitated by Jennifer Montgomery, certified 200hr YTT and Breathwork Facilitator
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(Online) Living with Cancer Support Group
August 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meets weekly on Tuesday
This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC
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- August 5, 2026
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(Online) Living Above Your Diagnosis
August 5, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Join us in getting inspired to explore the world of well-being and positivity! Hosts Executive Director Mary Jermann and WH member Daniel Wellington will share insights and wisdom into the art of cultivating a strong positive mindset, embracing hope, and being your best self in any circumstance.
Facilitated by CEO Mary Jermann and Wellness House member, Daniel Wellington
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(Online) Oncology Yoga Class
August 5, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Meets weekly on Wednesday
The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.
Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
Registered Yoga Instructor, Owner Radio Yogi Health & Fitness, LLC -
(Online) Yoga Nidra
August 5, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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(In-Person) Parent Corner
August 5, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
If you would like to connect with other parents
or guardians of school aged children touched by
cancer, join them on the porch at Wellness
House during Wild Wellness. Periodically, this
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(In-Person) Wild Wellness Group
August 5, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Wild, nature-based play is one of the most healing and therapeutic spaces for kids and teens! We are excited to bring the magic of Wellness House to the outdoors! This group offers a mix of play & wilderness therapy and outdoor activities to support kids and teens ages 5 to 17. Weather permitting, we’ll explore outside, but rain or shine, we’ll always meet to play, connect, and support one another. Adventure awaits!
Facilitated by Katie Jank, LCSW-C
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(In-Person) Family Night
August 5, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for our Wild Wellness End-of-Season Summer Party as we celebrate the close of an amazing summer together! Parents
are invited to join the fun as we gather for connection, play, and community. We’re excited to welcome Annapolis Music Therapy
for an interactive drum circle, along with our beloved pet therapy dogs. Expect a summer party—Wild Wellness style—filled with fun, laughter, and meaningful connection.Facilitated by Child Life Specialist Meghan Siegel & Katie Jank, LCSW-C
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(Online) Healing in Color
August 5, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A support group for women of color who are impacted by cancer. This is for any stage of cancer- survivorship, metastatic, newly diagnosed, active treatment. The goal is to empower, educate, and support one another through a safe space where women of color are able to process and express themselves. Please bring a journal and a pen.
Facilitated by Leah Saliter
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(Online) Caregivers' Support Group
August 5, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meets the first Wednesday of each month
Being a caregiver can be both an honor and a challenge. This monthly support group provides caregivers the opportunity to share their journey with other caregivers.
Facilitated by Sherry Cormier, PhD
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- August 6, 2026
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(Online) Cancer Loss Bereavement Support Group
August 6, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Meets the first and third Thursday
This group is open to all WH members who have suffered the loss of a loved one to cancer.
Individuals with a very recent loss may not be a good fit for a support group but are encouraged to contact us at admin@annapoliswellnesshouse.org to request appropriate support resources.Facilitated by Sally Sellman, NCC, LCPC, HTCP
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(In-Person) Knitting Group
August 6, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned knitter, this group is designed to bring together fiber enthusiasts of all skill levels. We hope to enhance knitting skills through shared learning, build meaningful connections & give and receive support for each other.
Facilitated by Wellness House Volunteer MaryLynn Willard
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(In-Person) Grief Therapy Group
August 6, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
In this monthly group, we will spend 90 minutes exploring topics of grief and loss. We will cover a range of topics from felt emotions, the journey of grief, anxiety, mindfulness, etc. We will explore through story sharing, witnessing, prompts, and psycho-education. Please join us, in circle, to explore how can you live with grief. * This group is intended for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one.
*This group is intended for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one.
Facilitated by Lisa Eschbach, LCSW-C, CSAT, Mother Hunger Facilitator
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(Online) Yoga Nidra
August 6, 2026 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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- August 7, 2026
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(Online) Prayer Circle
August 7, 2026 9:30 am - 10:00 am
A non-denominational prayer time for sharing positive energy.
Join in to listen, and share the celebrations, cares, and concerns of our members.Facilitated by Reverend John Crestwell
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(In-Person) Walking Group
August 7, 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am
This group is an active social group that gathers members to meet, motivate, and support each other. It will promote mental health, emotional health, positivity, and interaction
with others. We will walk at Quiet Waters Park (During inclement weather and through the wintertime, we will walk at Annapolis Mall).Facilitated by Wellness House Volunteers
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- August 10, 2026
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(Online) Wake-up Gentle Stretch
August 10, 2026 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Join us as members are guided in a gentle morning stretch routine. This class will be led from a seated position in a chair. Please have a strap, belt, or towel available for an extra good stretch. Give your body a treat to start your week.
Instructed by certified yoga instructor Leah Saliter
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(In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
August 10, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(Online) Men with Cancer Support Group
August 10, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Meets the second and fourth Monday
This group offers men who are experiencing cancer to connect with each other, normalize the challenges they face, and share strategies that work in meeting those challenges.
Facilitated by Sally Sellman, NCC, LCPC, HTCP
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- August 11, 2026
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(Online) Zentangle®, Meditative Art
August 11, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Meets on the second Tuesday of each month
Zentangle® is a portable art that uses simple strokes to create patterns and beautiful designs. This elegant art form blends meditation with drawing. No drawing experience or expertise is needed.
Basic Materials Needed:
pencil, copier paper or drawing paper, fine tip pen where the ink flows (ballpoint is not recommended), Q-TipAdvanced Materials (if desired):
Pigma Micron pen/black sizes 01 and 05, TortillonFacilitated by Dawn Schulman, CZT (Certified Zentangle® Teacher)
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(Online) Living with Cancer Support Group
August 11, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meets weekly on Tuesday
This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC
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- August 12, 2026
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(In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
August 12, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(Online) Sound Meditation
August 12, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meets the second Wednesday of each month
Feel yourself slip into a peaceful, meditative state as the calming sound waves of crystal & Himalayan singing bowls, bells, chimes, and vocal tones surround you.
Facilitated by Stacee Johnson,
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(In-Person) Better Breathing: Nourishing Wellness Through Breath
August 12, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Learn the basic techniques to nourish your wellness through better breathing practices. Tame stress and anxiety; improve sleep quality; lower blood pressure;
and build immunity with simple, accessible practices that are easily adapted to your wellness routines.Facilitated by Gwenn Marie, Certified Breath Coach
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(Online) Oncology Yoga Class
August 12, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Meets weekly on Wednesday
The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.
Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
Registered Yoga Instructor, Owner Radio Yogi Health & Fitness, LLC -
(Online) Yoga Nidra
August 12, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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- August 13, 2026
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(In-Person) Healing with Music
August 13, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This workshop provides a warm, supportive environment for those who enjoy being part of a community, where you can connect with others through rhythm exercises, creative expression, and collaborative music-making. This group will focus on using music to help you heal, find peace, and feel supported on your journey.
Facilitated by a Music Therapist from Annapolis Music Therapy
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(In-Person) Tea Time
August 13, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Meets monthly on the second Thursday
Members (new and established) are invited to come to the Wellness House to pour their favorite cup of tea and connect with one another. This is a time to learn more about Wellness House services, converse with other members and ask questions.
Facilitated by Jen Caughron, Member & Volunteer Manager
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(In-Person) Sound Journey
August 13, 2026 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm
Come join us in experiencing a deeply restorative journey using a variety of sounds, connecting the mind, body, and soul. This gentle, noninvasive modality supports mental, emotional, and physical balance, bringing you back to a state of harmony and well-being.
Facilitated by Susan Richards, Personal Sound Meditation Facilitator, Reiki, Energy, and Crystal Practitioner
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(Online) Yoga Nidra
August 13, 2026 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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- August 14, 2026
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(Online) Prayer Circle
August 14, 2026 9:30 am - 10:00 am
A non-denominational prayer time for sharing positive energy.
Join in to listen, and share the celebrations, cares, and concerns of our members.Facilitated by Reverend John Crestwell
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(In-Person) Walking Group
August 14, 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am
This group is an active social group that gathers members to meet, motivate, and support each other. It will promote mental health, emotional health, positivity, and interaction
with others. We will walk at Quiet Waters Park (During inclement weather and through the wintertime, we will walk at Annapolis Mall).Facilitated by Wellness House Volunteers
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- August 17, 2026
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(Online) Wake-up Gentle Stretch
August 17, 2026 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Join us as members are guided in a gentle morning stretch routine. This class will be led from a seated position in a chair. Please have a strap, belt, or towel available for an extra good stretch. Give your body a treat to start your week.
Instructed by certified yoga instructor Leah Saliter
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Cancelled (In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
August 17, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(In-Person) Horse Time!
August 17, 2026 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Spend some time with the retired horses of Chesapeake Dressage Institute behind the Wellness House. We will give them nose pets and carrot treats!
Facilitated by Angie Burnett, Barn Manager
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(In-Person) Healing with Horses
August 17, 2026 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Come and experience the healing power of horses to transform, empower, and inspire. In this 90-minute group, participants will partner with Emma Rogers, Certified Equine Gestalt Coach, and Angie Burnett, Equine Specialist, to deepen their knowledge of self and harness their innate resilience.
Facilitated by Emma Rogers, LCSW-C, EGC, EOL Doula & Angie Burnett, Barn Manager
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(In-Person) Children: Healing with Horses
August 17, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
This therapeutic group brings the magic of horses to inspire and connect. Offered for children ages 5-17. Participants are invited to partner with horses to practice life skills, learn mindfulness and stress-reducing techniques, and create a safe, collaborative space to grow and be seen.
Co-facilitated by Angie Burnett, Equine Specialist, Joyce Cowfer, Equine Gestalt Coach & Katie Jank, LCSW-C -
(Online) Book Club
August 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Our book club is a welcoming, social group that gathers each month to discuss a different popular book, fiction or non-fiction. We aim to create a space where participants can take a brief break from their cancer journey and enjoy conversations sparked by our latest read. All are welcome!
Facilitated by Nancy Haiman & Marge Thomas, Wellness House Members & Volunteers
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- August 18, 2026
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(In-Person) Poetry Writing Workshop
August 18, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Poetry workshop that promotes healing through writing. Everyone interested in writing poetry is invited, whether you’ve ever written a poem or not. This could be your first workshop or you might be an occasional attendee, or maybe you come every time. All are welcome.
Facilitated by writers Janice Booth and Natalie Canavor
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(In-Person) Jewelry Making Workshop
August 18, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Each month, Leigh and her assistants, Pat Ross and Rusty Dodson, lead participants through a new jewelry or craft project. Projects may include necklaces, earrings, bookmarks, mobiles, or driftwood sculptures, typically incorporating beads and wire. Sessions include instruction
in relevant jewelry-making skills, and activities are designed to be suitable for all skill levels.
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(In-Person) Your Next Move: Coaching for Men Touched by Cancer
August 18, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Through coaching, this group empowers men to navigate life's most challenging transitions with confidence and resilience. Coach John's approach combines evidence-based techniques with empathetic listening-ensuring that you feel understood and valued in our theme-based sessions. Together, we'll explore your strengths, set actionable goals, and create accountability.
Facilitated by Dr. John Wojcik, DBA, JD
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(Online) Living with Cancer Support Group
August 18, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meets weekly on Tuesday
This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC
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- August 19, 2026
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(In-Person) Horse Connections
August 19, 2026 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
For those members who can't get enough of horses, join Angie Burnett, Equine Specialists, and a fellow wellness house member for an intimate and relaxing opportunity to spend time grooming and Chesapeake Dressage's healing herd. Offered for two members at a time, this program allows for participants to experiencing the gift of connection while giving back loving affection to equine partner.
Facilitated by Angie Burnett, Equine Specialist
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(Online) Oncology Yoga Class
August 19, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Meets weekly on Wednesday
The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.
Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
Registered Yoga Instructor, Owner Radio Yogi Health & Fitness, LLC -
(Online) Yoga Nidra
August 19, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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(In-Person) Where Words Meet Grace: A Workshop for Life's Most Meaningful Chapters
August 19, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is a gentle, reflective book that invites readers to explore the meaning of connection, memory, and the stories we leave behind. In this 4-part workshop series we will invite reflection on some of the
letters in the book and work to identify our own “correspondents,” creating messages, journals, or recordings that capture our hopes, wisdom, and love. This book becomes a springboard for meaningful legacy work, providing language and
creative prompts that help Wellness House members express what matters most and live each day to the fullest. Members do not need to attend all four workshops to receive benefit from one offering.Facilitated by Carey M. Palmquist, MSM & Advanced Illness Doula
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(Online) Healing in Color
August 19, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A support group for women of color who are impacted by cancer. This is for any stage of cancer- survivorship, metastatic, newly diagnosed, active treatment. The goal is to empower, educate, and support one another through a safe space where women of color are able to process and express themselves. Please bring a journal and a pen.
Facilitated by Leah Saliter
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- August 20, 2026
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(Online) Cancer Loss Bereavement Support Group
August 20, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Meets the first and third Thursday of each month
This group is open to all WH members who have suffered the loss of a loved one to cancer. Individuals with a very recent loss may not be a good fit for a support group but are encouraged to contact us at: admin@annapoliswellnesshouse.org to request appropriate support resources.
Facilitated by Sally Sellman, NCC, LCPC, HTCP
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(In-Person) Knitting & Crochet Group
August 20, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned knitter, this group is designed to bring together fiber enthusiasts of all skill levels. We hope to enhance knitting skills through shared learning, build meaningful connections & give and receive support for each other.
Facilitated by Mary Lynn Willard, Wellness House Volunteer
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(In-Person) Ice Cream Social Lawn Party
August 20, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for an Ice Cream Social & Lawn Games Party! Bring your sweet tooth and fun spirit. Make your own sundae with all of your favorite toppings. Try a game or two with other members & guests
Please wear shoes appropriate for being on the lawn.Members can invite 1 guest
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(Online) Couples Therapeutic Group
August 20, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Explore the elements of navigating cancer as a couple in this 60-minute in-person support group. Licensed therapist Sarah Weatherwax joins participants to delve deeper into topics relevant for your relationship in the cancer journey, providing a safe place to connect, share, and learn helpful tools to strengthen your partnership. To participate in the group therapy session, both partners must be present. If either partner is unable to attend, we'll look forward to seeing you at the next session.
Facilitated by Sarah Weatherwax, LMSW
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(Online) Yoga Nidra
August 20, 2026 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Yoga Nidra is a series of mind, body, and awarenesstechniques that allow you to disengage from your mind byentering the space between waking and sleeping. It is anexcellent tool for stress as it trains the body and mind todisconnect from stress-producing thoughts and helps tobalance excess tension in the body.
Offerings facilitated by Julia Simmons, RYT
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- August 21, 2026
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(Online) Prayer Circle
August 21, 2026 9:30 am - 10:00 am
A non-denominational prayer time for sharing positive energy.
Join in to listen, and share the celebrations, cares, and concerns of our members.Facilitated by Reverend John Crestwell
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(In-Person) Walking Group
August 21, 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am
This group is an active social group that gathers members to meet, motivate, and support each other. It will promote mental health, emotional health, positivity, and interaction
with others. We will walk at Quiet Waters Park (During inclement weather and through the wintertime, we will walk at Annapolis Mall).Facilitated by Wellness House Volunteers
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- August 24, 2026
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(Online) Wake-up Gentle Stretch
August 24, 2026 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Join us as members are guided in a gentle morning stretch routine. This class will be led from a seated position in a chair. Please have a strap, belt, or towel available for an extra good stretch. Give your body a treat to start your week.
Instructed by certified yoga instructor Leah Saliter
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(In-Person) Movement for the Moment
August 24, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Find peace, joy, vitality and creative expression in this therapeutic movement experience. Movement will be guided and adapted moment to moment to meet you where you are, offering an opportunity to feel kinship with your body and connection with other group members. Movement is a spectrum so all degrees of body connection are welcome, from
seated stillness to standing, full-bodied movement.Facilitated by Kristine Purcell, Dance/Movement Therapist
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(In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
August 24, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(Online) Men with Cancer Support Group
August 24, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Meets the second and fourth Monday
This group offers men who are experiencing cancer the opportunity to connect with each other, normalize the challenges they face, and share strategies that work in meeting those challenges.
Facilitated by Sally Sellman, NCC, LCPC, HTCP
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- August 25, 2026
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(In-Person) Tai Chi
August 25, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tai chi is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, a meditative state that joins mind and body, Tai chi originated as an ancient martial art in China. Over the years, it has become more focused on health promotion and rehabilitation.
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(In-Person) Flow & Frequency
August 25, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Join us for a soul-soothing evening outside that blends the gentle movement of candlelit yoga with the immersive healing of a guided sound journey. As soft candlelit fills the room, you'll be guided through a slow, grounding yoga flow designed to release tension and invite stillness. Then, allow yourself to fully surrender as you're bathed in the calming vibrations of crystals singing bowls, chimes, and other healing instruments. This sound journey will balance to your mind, body and spirit.
Facilitated by Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James & Robbie Wells
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(In-Person) Death Cafe
August 25, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
At a Death Cafe, we gather to eat cake, drink tea, and discuss death. Our objective is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite), magnificent lives. A Death Cafe is a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.
Facilitated by Carey M. Palmquist, MSM & End-of-Life Doula
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(Online) Living with Cancer Support Group
August 25, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meets weekly on Tuesday
This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC
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- August 26, 2026
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(In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
August 26, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(Online) Oncology Yoga Class
August 26, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Meets weekly on Wednesday
The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.
Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
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(In-Person) Living Well with Cancer
August 26, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
For adults living with cancer focuses on building coping skills, emotional resilience, and personal growth. Participants are invited to connect with others who understand the cancer experience while learning practical tools to navigate challenges, reduce stress, and strengthen a sense of support and community.
Facilitated by Katie Jank, LCSW-C
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- August 27, 2026
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(In-Person) Musical Journeys
August 27, 2026 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Join a board-certified music therapist to engage in therapeutic music making. Each session, you will have the opportunity to play instruments, write music, or listen to relaxing music to express yourself and connect with others through the power
of music. Instruments may include bongos, shakers/maracas, small percussive instruments, drums, piano, and guitar. No prior experience is needed to participate.Facilitated by a Music Therapist from Annapolis Music Therapy
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(In-Person) Healing Harmony Circle
August 27, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Meditation • Sound Bowls • Reiki
Join us for a peaceful one-hour group experience designed to support relaxation, balance, and healing. Krystle (Reiki Master), Robbie (Sound Bowl practitioner), and Linda (Healing Touch & Reiki facilitator) will guide participants through gentle meditation, soothing sound bowl vibrations,
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(Online) EFT
August 27, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Emotional Freedom Techniques (also known as EFT orTapping) can help you. In an EFT session, you focus your thoughts on something that has upset or caused your emotional distress. Then you gently tap on certain facial and upper body acupressure points (no needles)!. This quickly and effectively reduces the emotional intensity related to that experience, thereby reducing stress levels which promotes clearer thinking and peace of mind.
Facilitated by Christine Hunt, Life Wellness Coach, Certified EFT & Matrix Reimprinting Practitioner
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