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Mandy
Schultz & Harrison Beverage When we pitched the
idea of a ribbon campaign to benefit Gilda’s Club South Jersey to Brett
Harrison Matik, President of Harrison Beverage and Steve Roach, Executive
Vice President Harrison Beverage they met the idea with enthusiasm, as did
their sales team. For
three weeks in May, coinciding with Memorial Day, businesses served by
Harrison Beverage were asked to sell our red ribbons for $1 to their
customers. Many businesses encouraged their customers to write their name on
the ribbon and tape- up the final product on store’s walls and windows. Quite
a display of red! When
the dust settled at the end of the campaign, the effort of Mandy Schultz came
through loud and clear. A resident of Villas and a cashier for the past two
years at Cape Liquor on Route 9 in Cape May, Mandy asked every customer to
buy a ribbon. And her regular customers—they got asked many times. “Nobody
could do what Mandy did,” Timothy Sawyer, her co-worker said. “And no one
said ‘No’ either because it was for Gilda’s or because it was the cancer
cause.” Or maybe it is because of Mandy and her own story because Mandy knows
firsthand what it is like to have cancer. “When
I was 4 years old I had leukemia. I finally was clear of it when I was in the
5th grade. I still participate in summer camps for survivors. This is the
first year I didn’t go and I miss being with everyone. I can’t remember a lot
of what happened to me. My mom tells me but I don’t remember. Memory loss
is a side effect of my leukemia treatment.” These
days the 23 year old is very happy for every day. In the past two years she
witnessed her grandmother go through cancer treatment. Now they go to
survivor days together and have a very special bond with each other. Thank you Mandy for
helping Gilda’s Club South Jersey! And a special thanks to Cape Liquor Store
Manager Tina Chandanais and Harrison Beverage Sales Rep Michael Lach for
their support. Introducing "Art from the Heart!" Edward Moran (American
1829-1901) Fishing Fleet at
Sunset Donated by Mary
Goldenberg We are now soliciting
donations of fine art – paintings, sculpture, manuscripts, first editions,
photographs, antiques - which will then sold at auction. If you
have a piece of artwork that needs a new home, please think of donating it to
Gilda’s Club. The process is simple. Click here for details. Upcoming Events Benefiting Gilda's Club South Jersey... Wine Tasting @ Sofia Restaurant Benefits Gilda's Club South Jersey Tuesday, August 3 5:30-7:30 PM $25 per person - pay at the door
Stockton Police Department FRIDAY, AUGUST 6, 2010
$90.00 (includes golf, cart, snacks and BBQ buffet
and dessert ) Not a golfer? Join us for dinner afterwards for $20.00. Hole sponsorships are available for $60.00. For information and to sign up for play or
hole sponsorships contact Lisa at Stockton College Police Department,
609-652-4378 or benevidl@stockton.edu by July 30.
Have you been
personally impacted by breast cancer? If so, please take 5 minutes
to take the survey in the link below. We greatly appreciate your
time and insight. |
New Member Meetings
the Gilda’s Club program & tour
the clubhouse. Attendance is required before participating
in any group or workshop. Call (609) 926-2699 to register. Tuesday, August 3- 11 am-12:30 pm Noogieland
while parents/caregivers attend clubhouse
groups & activities. Super Saturdays - twice a month Sponsored by Atlantic Medical Imaging
Contact Lori Stranges, Noogieland Manager, (609) 926-2699 or lori@gildasclubsouthjersey.org to register or for more information. Program Highlights Registration required – Call (609) 926-2699 to register!
“Christmas in July” Potluck & Party Hosted by the Wellness & Family &
Friends Group Tuesday, July 27 Our Wellness, Family
& Friends & Noogie Night groups will join for a fun potluck &
party. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish to share! The
Family & Friends Group will still have their regular support group from
7-8 pm. Gilda’s Gladiators - Back Bay Paddle Sunday, August 1 8:30 am - sign in/warm up 9 am - paddle Viking Rowing Club, Ventnor Breast Cancer Event Wednesday, August 4 Writing through
feelings, fears & anxiety associated with breast cancer has proven to
promote both physical & emotional well-being. In this workshop,
participants are encouraged to write about their cancer experience, their
daily lives & greatest loves, and whatever else is on their mind.
No prior writing experience or ability required. Facilitated by Emari
DiGiorgio, Assistant Professor of Writing, The Richard Stockton College of
New Jersey. “Riding the Rollercoaster” Monday, August 9 Sharon
Roth-Lichtenfeld, Certified Professional Life Coach, will lead this
discussion about how cancer can be a rollercoaster ride of emotions, feelings
& thoughts. She’ll help you uncover & understand all the twists
& turns, to help & support you to maneuver the ride with more
control. “When Income Decreases, but the Bills Don’t” Wednesday, August 11 Learn
strategies & tips for learning how to cope with one of the most stressful
events in your life by being financially prepared if your income decreases or
you are facing a job loss. Review how to prioritize your bills &
outstanding debt, identify problem areas & establish a practical spending
& savings plan. Men’s Night – Dragon Boat Paddle! Monday, August 16 A new, monthly,
facilitated group for men touched by cancer in any way. Whether you are
a patient or survivor, a family member or friend, or have lost a loved one,
come be with other guys for support & camaraderie. This month –
take a paddle on the Dragon Boat! Open to ALL GUYS! “Ask the Doctor” about Anemia & Cancer Wednesday, August 25 Julianne Childs, DO,
FACOI, Hematologist/Oncologist, Hope Community Cancer Center, Gilda’s Club
South Jersey Medical Resource Council, will discuss the treatment of anemia
in people living with cancer, as well as other hematology related issues. The NJ Special Needs Registry! Thursday, August 26 Learn
about the NJ Special Needs Registry- a free, voluntary & confidential way
to protect yourself & your family before, during & after an
emergency. Advanced planning & preparedness is especially important
for people living with cancer because of physical or cognitive limitations,
medical equipment, medications & more that may make it difficult to
self-evacuate quickly & safely in the event of a major disaster, such as
a hurricane.
Our Speakers Bureau is always looking for
new speaking engagements. If your civic group, professional
organization, school, church or synagogue would like to learn about Gilda’s
Club, please call or email Barbara@gildasclubsouthjersey.org. Attention breast
cancer members & friends: Help spread the word about The Cancer
Survivor’s Breast Cancer M.A.P. (Mind Affects the Physical) Project, a new
movement to identify & address the emotional & social needs that
accompany a breast cancer diagnosis. This registry of breast cancer survivors
is a critical step in understanding the impact of breast cancer &
ultimately discovering innovative ways to address them. Participation
is easy – visit www.breastcancerregistry.org. |
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