Cancer Connection, Inc.

02/28/2026

We are so grateful to Be Awesome Be Strong Fitness for hosting a Deadlift Challenge event supporting Cancer Connection this morning. Great to see our friend from WRSI - 93.9 The River! Thanks to everyone who made it happen 💕💪💕

02/25/2026

So many ways to be connected at Cancer Connection! Learn more here: https://www.cancer-connection.org/programs-1

02/25/2026

Our Executive Director always appreciates the opportunity to share about Cancer Connection on WRSI - 93.9 The River with Steve! This morning she chatted about two upcoming educational programs, and a Drag Performance.

Coming up, we have

The Genetics of Cancer and Your Inherited Risk with Page Brody
Monday, March 16th, 6-7:15pm
In partnership with the Greenfield Public Library

Ask the Oncologist: Cancer Care Q & A with Dr. Siddiqui,
Wednesday, March 25th, 5:30 - 7:00 pm at our Center on Locust Street in Northampton.

Camilla's Extravaganza, a dinner party and drag show to benefit Cancer Connection on Saturday, April 18 @ Springfield Elks Club. Tickets available here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/camillas-extravaganza-2026-disco

We'd love to see you!

Learn more here:
https://www.cancer-connection.org/programs-1

02/23/2026

We had an Eggcellent morning with Author Catherine Newman in conversation with Kelsey Flynn! Huge thanks to Paul and Elizabeth's, BankESB, Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters, and Norseman Audio for their support.
Thanks a Brunch!
Paul & Elizabeth's Restaurant bankESB Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters Norseman Audio-Video Systems, Inc.

02/23/2026

Cancer Connection will be closed on Monday, February 23rd due to inclement weather ❄️❄️❄️
All appointments are cancelled.

02/20/2026

We're not waffling on how excited we are for our Paul & Elizabeth's Restaurant brunch this Sunday with writer Newman interviewed by Kelsey Flynn! We are so very grateful to bankESB for their incredible support. Huge thanks to Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters for donating the coffee, and thank you to Norseman Audio-Video Systems, Inc. for donating the audio equipment! All the pieces are in place, now we just need the weather to cooperate...

02/18/2026

Stronger Together: Team Training for the Western Mass Mother's Day 9 mile Walk/Run

Starting Wednesday, March 11th with an informational meeting from 5:30-6:30pm, and then training every Thursday, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm, from March 19th through May 7th- culminating in the Mother’s day walk/run on May 10th.

Finding movement after treatment ends can be hard. Finding movement in a safe space with people who have lived experience similar to your own, can be even more challenging to find.

Cancer Connection is teaming up with My Health Matters Fitness to support and train a Cancer Connection relay team to participate in the Mother's Day Half Marathon 9 mile Walk/Run. Reconnecting with our bodies after treatment in a way that helps us acknowledge everything that may come up on this journey is vital for us to rediscover ourselves. All emotions and bodies are welcome here.

Come join us for an 9 week, running/walking specific strength-based small group located at My Health Matters Fitness in Hadley, MA. This will be a small relay team focused on training for the 9 mile run/walk.

In this program we will be using strength training movements to help support joints and commonly injured areas when training for a walking/running based event in any capacity. Glute, Core, and Lower Body strengthening will be at the forefront, but we may also sprinkle in a few upper body awareness movements as well! Balance will be an essential component to this programming as well as brief moments of cardio such as Ball Slams, Boxing, and Battle Ropes. The goal of this class is to have fun learning about the "Why" behind each movement and how we can best support ourselves as we navigate into training for any length of running/walking. Plus! It's fun to do it with a group of people who have similar goals in mind!

Because this is a small group of 7 people forming a team for a relay of the 9 mile, it is important to be there for all 9 weeks (or as many as you can make!) to help develop team encouragement and support regardless of where you are on your movement journey. Please note that a doctor’s note clearing for exercise is required to participate in the program.

This program is free of charge, but registration is required. Call Cancer Connection at 413-586-1642 x104 to register.
https://www.cancer-connection.org/programs-1

02/14/2026

🌹Roses are red, 🪻violets are blue, at the Western mass Mother’s Day half marathon, you can run, and walk too! WMass Mother's Day Half Marathon
Register today 💕💕💕💕💕www.mothersdayhalfmarathon.com

This Valentine’s Day…
Make it official 💍

Commit to your goals.
Commit to your training.
Commit to the 2026 WMass Mother’s Day Half Marathon.

Because nothing says LOVE like 13.1 miles of strength, community, and purpose 💕

Register now and show yourself some love.
www.mothersdayhalfmarathon.com

02/14/2026

Huge thanks to Coach Matthew’s and the Amherst College Mammoths Women’s Ice Hockey team for the phenomenal Pink in the Rink fundraiser game for Cancer Connection! We chucked ducks, enjoyed the bake sale, and cheered loudly for the Mammoths!! Amherst College

02/13/2026

Are you handy with a camera (or iPhone), love Cancer Connection, and want to help us with a successful WMass Mother's Day Half Marathon? Please consider volunteering with us on Sunday, May 10th! Email outreach@cancer-connection.org

02/13/2026

Cancer Connection will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of President's Day.

02/12/2026

Big thanks to Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters for donating their delicious coffee for Cancer Connection to serve at our SOLD OUT benefit brunch,
Waffles, Warmth, and a Writer with Newman, sponsored by Paul & Elizabeth's Restaurant and bankESB.
We are so grateful for the generosity of this wonderful local business. Our free services are only possible because of community support.
For more information visit www.cancer-connection.org