Cancer Support Community is offering special programs in June for cancer victims in Knoxville. Everything is free of charge to those impacted by cancer — patients, family members, and loved ones.

- Thursdays, June 1, 15 & 29, 1:00-3:00pm. Knit Your Way to Wellness. Shelley Hecht, Loopville Instructor. Whether you are a novice knitter or an old pro, bring your own project or join others in learning a new one. Special attention will be provided to beginners interested in learning how to knit and experience the meditative quality of knitting. Supplies provided. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Saturday, June 3, 10:00am-noon. Mindfulness in Everyday Life: Working with Worry and Fear. Ann Pendley, Meditation Instructor. Whether or not you think of yourself as an anxious or fearful person, mindfulness practice can help you deal with your reactions to life’s inevitable threats – both big and small. RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Monday, June 5, noon-1:30pm. Quick & Tasty Cooking: Recipes from the Garden. Missy Kennedy, Cooking Instructor. Whether you visit your favorite Farmer’s Market or have your own garden, Missy will inspire you to try some fresh new recipes. RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Wednesday, June 7, 6:00-7:30pm. Utilizing Integrative Medicine for Maximum Healing. Clayton Bell, MD of UTMC Cancer Institute. Trained in both traditional and complementary approaches, Dr. Bell will describe how to maximize your treatment through building health and vitality with diet, exercise, stress reduction and energy medicines. Light meal provided. RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Saturday, June 10, 10:00-11:30am. Prostate Cancer Networker. This drop-in group is an opportunity for men to network with other men about their experiences with prostate cancer. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Tuesday, June 13, noon-1:30pm. Nutrition Ammunition: Tips for Managing Weight during and after Cancer Treatment. Beth Booker, MS, MPH, RD. Many people with cancer lose weight during treatment while others find they are gaining weight. Learn how to eat right and stay a healthy weight regardless of which end of the spectrum you land. Light lunch provided. RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Tuesday, June 13, 3:30-5:00pm. Kid-to-Kid: Fun with a Purpose. Kathleen Williams, LCSW. Fun activities that can help kids ages 5-12 identify feelings and learn coping skills when cancer is in the family. Please call before your first visit and RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Wednesday, June 14, 5:30-7:00pm. Family Game Night with the Bikers. Ulman Cross Country Bicyclists. A group of college-age bikers will ride 70-80 miles a day from Baltimore to San Francisco to spread awareness about the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults. They have a lay-over in Knoxville and want to spend time at Cancer Support Community leading games for you. Join the bikers and area families, teens and kids who have been impacted by cancer for fun games and plenty of good food. RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Thursday, June 15, 1:00-3:00pm. Healing Through Art: Glaze Magic. Cheri Pollack, Art Instructor. We will have assorted tiles and clay pieces for you to glaze with bright colors and add your unique inspiration. Please wear artful attire. RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Thursday, June 15, 4:00-5:30pm. Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma Networker. This drop-in group is open for those with blood cancers and their support persons. Exchange information, discuss concerns and share experiences. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Thursday, June 15, 6:00-7:30pm. Family Bereavement Group. CSC is committed to providing bereavement services to those who have lost a loved one to cancer. Please contact our clinical staff before attending. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Thursday, June 15, 6:00-7:30pm. Breast Cancer Networker. This drop-in group is for women who have or have had breast cancer to come together for information and support. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Saturday, June 17, 11:00am-12:30pm. Family Fun in the Kitchen. Kathleen Williams, LCSW and Chef Joseph Blauvelt, UT Culinary Instructor. Saturday Family Fun Day is a chance to hang out and spend time with other families living with a cancer diagnosis. Get kids cooking with easy recipes and essential kitchen skills with Chef Blauvelt. Light lunch provided. RSVP. 865-546-4661. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Wednesday, June 21, 5:00-6:30pm. Calmer Body, Calmer Mind. Denise Stillman, PhD. Held at Brig Center for Cancer Care and Survivorship located at 1400 Dowell Springs Blvd., Suite 220, Knoxville. Cancer is stressful, physically and emotionally. Dr. Stillman will discuss our bodies’ response to stress and demonstrate relaxation exercises to calm the body and the mind. RSVP. 865-546-4661. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

- Saturday, June 24, 10:00am-2:00pm. Facing Cancer Together: Learn, Love, Laugh. A free community-wide event held at Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church located at 2931 Kingston Pike, Knoxville. Featured speakers include medical educator and oncology nurse Jill Weberding, MPH, BSN, RN, OCN; psychotherapist, author and cancer survivor Jeanne Safer, PhD; and comedian, juggler and cancer survivor Scott Burton. Lunch provided. Please register by June 20. Call 865-546-4661. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.

Weekly support groups for people with cancer and for caregivers are held Monday and Tuesday evenings. Call 865-546-4661 for more info. 2230 Sutherland Avenue. All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.