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Hello Conquerors!

It was a busy month for TCC members out in our community. Part of our mission at TCC is to work cooperatively with other local support organizations to help those dealing with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. First, we were honored to be asked by TMC to host an informational table at their Living with Cancer Symposium and to lead a Stretch and Balance class for the conference participants. Then it was off to the Rodeo to model in the Chicks and Chaps Fashion Show to benefit the Arizona Oncology Foundation. We are so happy to be a part of so many amazing organizations doing great things for survivors and their families. Thanks to all who participated!
Living with Cancer Symposium and Chick and Chaps Fashion Show
The Cancer Conquerors also teamed up with the American Cancer Society and the University of Arizona Women’s Gymnastics and Basketball teams to honor all cancer survivors on Pink Night! TCC member and Arizona Athletics alumni Rocky LaRose was honorary team captain and spoke on behalf of survivors everywhere.
U of A Pink Night
Well we weren’t done yet…. after a stop off at Kendra Scott for our TCC Kendra Gives Back night we headed over to North for social hour. Much of what makes TCC unique is the social connection and support our members share. Not only was it a great time for us all to catch up – we also got to celebrate Chef Ken’s Birthday. Happy Birthday Chef!
Kendra Scott and North
To keep members up on all the best ways to stay healthy, we hold a quarterly educational breakfast program. This month we were fortunate to have John Woolf, a licensed physical therapist and sports trainer, speak to us on the “5 simple steps to a more active lifestyle.” The morning was educational, inspirational, and fun – thanks John!
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We are so excited to be hosting a family friendly community outreach event at the park March 16th! Check in the day of the event and pick up your free activity band that will allow you to pick up fun prizes at each of our TCC program tables, race through our inflatable obstacle course, participate in garden and exercise demos, and enjoy DJ music with delicious food.
Community Open House
Local businesses and area chefs will be creating a healthy and delicious experience for all of our guests. Follow the event our Facebook page for more fun details as we get closer…
Denny and Pat Willis
Arbuckles
All of our TCC programs would not be possible without our community partners. A heartfelt thank you to the owners of Arbuckles' Coffee, Denny and Pat Willis, for hosting our Community Open House Courtyard Coffee Café. “Arbuckles', The Coffee That Won the West” is a family owned and operated business since 1974.
The Willis Family brought Arbuckles' Coffee to Tucson, Arizona in 1979 from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and continue to carry on the Arbuckle Brothers’ tradition of roasting and distributing world-class coffees.
Within three generations, the Willis family have perfected the sourcing of quality coffees and teas to satisfy the independent food service operators and their elite clientele, as well as individual web customers-- one cup at a time. We are so glad they are sharing their delicious coffee with us. Thank you, Denny and Pat!

Mark your calendars for March 16th and we’ll see you at the park!

The Tucson Cancer Conquerors Board of Directors

Fitness Update

Get Fit Class:
5:30 PM Tuesday | 8:00 AM Saturday
NEW! Get Started Class: 8:00 AM, the first Saturday of the month
Loop Walkers: 8:00 AM Saturday
There is this myth that there is an inevitable decline from vitality and youth down a slippery slope to frailty and aging…nothing could be further from the truth!
Get Started
Our bodies were meant to move! TCC now has 3 Get Fit options on Saturday: Join our new "Get Started” Class the first Saturday of the month along with our regular Get Fit class and our Loop Walkers every Saturday...
Get Fit
Click here to check out a short video on how to stay vital long into our golden years!
Loop Walkers

Garden Update

Even with our winter weather, we have an abundance of delicious Cauliflower and Broccoli, cruciferous vegetables that provide antioxidants and phytonutrients that can protect against cancer.
Cauliflower
They also contains fiber to enhance weight loss and digestion, choline that is essential for learning and memory, and many other important nutrients. Click here to learn more about cauliflower at MedicalNewsToday.com.
Cauliflower
A big thank you to Chef Ken Harvey and his culinary team for surprising us by weeding our garden! If you are interested in helping out at the garden, please click here to email Sharon Overstreet.

This Month's Events

Click on any event below to learn more on the TCC Calendar, and please RSVP to EVITES so we know you are coming.
March 2, Saturday, 8:00 AM, Brandi Fenton Park: Get Started Class - This is a beginning class for those wanting to ease into an exercise program with a focus on toning, flexibility, and balance. Class meets on the brick patio outside the Resource Center building.
March 5, Tuesday, 6:30 PM, Brandi Fenton Park: Birthday Dinner - Join us for a celebration of March birthdays! This month is a pizza dinner and birthday cake for dessert!
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March 6, Wednesday, 8:00 AM, Tohono Chul Park: Mindful Meandering - This is a slow gentle walk.
March 10, Sunday, 8:00 AM: Second Sunday Hike - This month we'll be hiking King Canyon (across from the Desert Museum) in search of spring wild flowers!
2nd Sunday Hike
March 15, Friday, 12:00 Noon: Monthly Luncheon - This month we will meet at Barrio Brewing Company at 800 E 16th Street.
March 16, Saturday, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Brandi Fenton Park: TCC Community Open House - Join us for a community open house hosted by TCC featuring Mrs. Grant from 94.9 MIXfm. We’ll have lots of fun events and prizes for the whole family plus delicious treats courtesy of Chef Ken Harvey of Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Barrio Bread, Goodness Fresh Food and Juice Bar, Latitude Catering, Stern Produce, and Arbuckles Coffee. Family, friends, medical providers and TCC supporters are all invited!
March 20, Wednesday, 8:00 AM, Sabino Canyon: Mindful Meandering - This is a slow to moderate pace walk covering about 3 miles.
March 23, Saturday, 9:30 AM, Brandi Fenton Park: Book Groupies - This month we will discuss Bel Canto by Ann Patchett.
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Next Month and Beyond

Be sure to save-the-date for these great upcoming events!
April 2, Tuesday, 6:30 PM, Brandi Fenton Park: Birthday Dinner
April 3, Wednesday, 8:00 AM, Tohono Chul Park: Mindful Meandering
April 14, Sunday, 8:00 AM: Second Sunday Hike
April 17, Wednesday, 8:00 AM, Sabino Canyon: Mindful Meandering
April 19, Friday, 12:00 Noon: Monthly Luncheon
April 20, Saturday, 9:30 AM, Brandi Fenton Park: Book Groupies
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Thank you to our donors for their generous support!

Pat and Denny Willis: Arbuckles' Coffee
Healthy Skin Dermatology
Don Guerra: Barrio Bread
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Jennifer and Jay Moulton: Latitude Catering
Goodness Fresh Food & Juice Bar

Check the TCC Online Calendar for our event and activity information!
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