"Thanks, Mom!" Bone-Marrow Donor Drive
Monday, May 12, 2008, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
This is your chance to say "thanks, mom" for giving you the gift of life and potentially share that gift with someone else by joining the National Marrow Donor Program registry.
Cost: Free
Location: UC Davis Cancer Center, 4501 X St, Sacramento.
For information: Call Toni Poppe at (916) 734-5786.

Understanding Chemotherapy (offered in Spanish)
A Learn At Lunch Event
Monday, May 12, 2008, noon-1 p.m. Registration begins at 11:45 a.m.
Cancer patients, family members and caregivers are welcome to attend and learn more about what to expect during chemotherapy treatments and how to manage side effects.
Cost: Free
Location: UC Davis Cancer Center auditorium, 4501 X St, Sacramento.
For information: Call (916) 734-5935 and press 4 for instructions in Spanish.

Cómo Entender la Quimioterapia
El lunes, 12 de mayo, de las doce del mediodía a la 1 p.m. El registro comienza a las 11:45 a.m.
A los pacientes que sufren de cáncer, a sus familiares y a las personas que se encargan de cuidarles se les alienta a que asistan para que aprendan más acerca de qué esperar durante los tratamientos de quimioterapia, y cómo lidiar con sus efectos secundarios.
Costo: Gratis
En dónde: En el auditorio del Centro del Cáncer de UC Davis, 4501 X St., Sacramento.
Para inscribirse: Llame al (916) 734-5935 y oprima el número 4 para obtener información en Español.

Second Annual Signe King Memorial Dinner
Thursday, May 22, 2008, 6 p.m. -10 p.m.
Dinner, live music, wine tasting and silent auction. Entertainment by Pearl Django. Proceeds benefit the South Placer UCD Breast Cancer Endowment Fund.
Cost: $95 per person or $150 per couple.
Location: La Provence Restaurant and Terrace, 110 Diamond Creek Place, Roseville.
For information: Call Carol Garcia at (916) 752-6185.

Internet Class for Cancer Patients
A National Cancer Survivors Week Event
Tuesday, May 27, 2-4 p.m.
Find out how to best use the Internet for reliable information about cancer and treatment options.
Instructors: Michael Hogarth, M.D., director of informatics, and Bruce Abbott, reference, instruction and outreach librarian.
Cost: Free
Location: Education Building, Room 2206, 4610 X St., Sacramento.
For information and to register: Call Patricia Robinson at (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu.

Survivors Night Out
A National Cancer Survivors Week Event
Tuesday, May 27, 6-9 p.m.
A special event for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors. Enjoy food, music, bowling and networking with other survivors.
Cost: Free
Location: Country Club Lanes, 2600 Watt Ave., Sacramento.
For information and to register: Call Patricia Robinson at (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu.

Yoga and Aikido Class
A National Cancer Survivors Week Event
Wednesday, May 28, 2-3:30 p.m.
Learn to relax, let go of stress and create a positive environment for the healing process. Cancer survivors, family members and caregivers are all welcome.
Cost: Free
Location: UC Davis Cancer Center, 4501 X Street, Sacramento.
For information and to register: Call Patricia Robinson at (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu.

Survivors Picnic
A National Cancer Survivors Week Event
Saturday, May 31, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join us in celebrating survivors with a barbecue lunch, exhibit of art, special presentations, activities for children, informational booths and exhibits. Lunch courtesy of Outback Steakhouse to the first 250 registered participants.
Cost: Free
Location: UC Davis Cancer Center, 4501 X St., Sacramento.
For information and to register: Call Patricia Robinson at (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu.

Third Annual “Tee Off for Teal” Golf Tournament
Monday, June 2, 2008
A golf tournament, dinner, awards ceremony and raffle with live and silent auctions. Proceeds benefit UC Davis Cancer Center ovarian cancer research. Participants can win tee-prizes, participate in a putting contest and enjoy a BBQ lunch from Back Forty restaurant.
Costs: $175 per person includes lunch, green fees, cart, dinner and awards. $50 per person for just the awards dinner and auctions.
Location: Northridge Country Club, Fair Oaks.
For tickets or information: Contact Michelle Gong at (916) 517-1620 or michelle@infuzemarketing.com or visit www.teeoffforteal.com.

The Basics of Advance Health Care Directives
A Learn at Lunch Event
Tuesday, July 1, 2008, noon-1 p.m.
Advance health care directives are important resources for cancer patients, their families and their loved ones. These documents allow people to convey their decisions about medical treatment and end-of-life care. A social worker will talk about patients’ rights regarding medical treatment and explain the importance of advance directives, living wills and durable powers of attorney for health care.
Cost: Free
Speaker: Sheila Enders, M.S.W.-CCRD.
Location: UC Davis Cancer Center, 4501 X St., Sacramento.
For information: Call Patricia Robinson at (916) 734-0823.