THRIVE - Cooperative Wellness Center

09/03/2026

🌸 Our art therapy class went into full bloom last week! 🌻

Our amazing members crafted stunning bouquets using a gorgeous mix of late-summer and early-fall flowers. A massive, heartfelt thank you to our wonderful member Larissa, who guided the session and brought her own wisdom, flair, and floral magic to the afternoon! 💐✨

🎨 Missed out? Don't worry, the creativity continues!

Join us next Thursday for another soul-nourishing Art Therapy session. This time, the wonderful Tracey will be leading us through a relaxing painting session. If you love the stress-relieving power of art and want to vibe with our incredible community, we'd love to have you!

🗓️ When: Next Thursday
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Where: THRIVE

Come for the art, stay for the connection. See you there! 🎨❤️

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09/02/2026

🌟 THRIVER OF THE MONTH: KATHY MILLS! 🌟

It is an absolute honor to name Kathy Mills as THRIVE’s Thriver of the Month for September! 💙

Kathy truly exemplifies what it means to be a THRIVER. Whether she’s joining us at THRIVE three or four times a week, making sure her garden is always up to par, or spending quality time with her friends and family, Kathy brings her positive energy and dedication into everything she does.

Her strong work ethic, determination to push herself and encourage those around her, and her always-reliable presence make her such a special part of our THRIVE community. And, of course, we can always count on Kathy to help clarify what exactly we’re supposed to be doing after Austin has finished explaining the workout! 😂💪

Kathy, thank you for your positivity, your commitment, your friendship, and for all that you do for our THRIVE community. We are so grateful to have you and are proud to celebrate you as our September Thriver of the Month! 💙

Congratulations, Kathy! We love having you as part of the THRIVE family! 🌟💙

09/01/2026

🌱 START SMALL. START THRIVING.

We hear “go big or go home” all the time. But honestly? We’re ready to send that advice home. 😉

September has always felt like a fresh start—new notebooks, sharp pencils, clean calendars and that “this is the year I’m finally going to get it together” feeling. (We’re optimistic. 😂)

But meaningful change doesn’t have to start with a giant leap. Sometimes it starts with a 10-minute walk. A healthy meal. Five minutes to breathe. Calling a friend. Trying a new class. Taking one small step toward taking better care of yourself.

And there’s science behind it: small wins build confidence, create momentum and make new habits easier to repeat.

So give yourself permission to bite off a little less than you can chew.

💚 Start small. Find some joy. Make a connection. And let’s see where it takes us.

What’s one small thing you’re going to do for yourself this month?

08/31/2026

Exciting news! We are officially launching a brand-new feature in the Thrive App designed to elevate your training and track your workout progress like never before.Starting today, when you sign up for any class, you will unlock an interactive way to log every single exercise you complete.

How it works:

Flexible logging: Track your first set, your last set, or every single repetition in between.

Data-driven results: Monitor your strength and endurance gains seamlessly over the month.

Community growth: Help your coaches tailor your experience by sharing your fitness journey.

There is no better way to kick off September than by gaining total clarity on your hard work. Let's crush our fitness goals together!📲 Update your Thrive App now to get started.

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08/30/2026

Here is a glimpse into our week 🦋
Monday: 10am Qi Gong
Tuesday: 6pm Yoga with Jen
Wednesday: 10am Chair Yoga with Jeannie
Thursday: 9:30 Functional Fitness
Friday: 10:00am Foundation Training
Saturday: 9am Bootcamp and 10am Yoga with Jen

08/29/2026

✨ THE THRIVE ANNIVERSARY GALA IS BACK! Please be sure to join us!✨

The wait is over… TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! 🥂

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the THRIVE Anniversary Gala: Casino Night as we celebrate another year of community, connection, survivorship, and the incredible people who make THRIVE possible. ❤️

📅 October 4, 2026
📍 Black Rock Yacht Club
🎲 Casino Night • Dinner • Dancing • Celebration • Giving

Get dressed up, try your luck at the tables and help us continue creating a community where people affected by cancer can live their best lives better — during and after treatment.
🎟️ Tickets are officially OPEN!
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Grab yours now and bring your friends, family, colleagues, or your favorite crew for a night you won’t want to miss!

👉 Get your tickets: THRIVE Anniversary Gala — Casino Night⁠ in link above
Come celebrate THRIVE. Come celebrate survivorship. Come celebrate LIFE.

❤️🎰
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08/28/2026

💙Join us tomorrow for another great Pilates class with Annie tomorrow after Bootcamp at 10:00am💛

We still have a few spots left and if pilates has been on your radar or something you have been wanting to try for a bit, then Annie's introduction class is a great place to start💃🕺

Come start your weekend with us at Thrive for a great double duo of 9am Bootcamo and 10am Pilates 🤟

08/27/2026

✨ Join us Tomorrow for Art Therapy @ 5:00pm-6:30pm ✨

💐Discover the healing power of creativity through flowers. In this calming, hands-on workshop, participants will create beautiful floral arrangements while exploring mindfulness, self-expression, and emotional well-being. THRIVE member Larrissa will lead this class.

🌼No prior experience is necessary—just come as you are. All materials are provided, and each participant will leave with a unique floral arrangement to enjoy at home as a reminder of their creativity, resilience, and growth.

🌺 This class is designed for anyone seeking a peaceful, restorative experience and an opportunity to connect with others through the beauty of nature and creative expression.

08/27/2026

Less Than Six Weeks to Go to the Thrive Anniversary Night Gala Featuring Casino Night!

We had so Much Fun Rolling the Dice for a Great Cause and We Can’t Wait to Do It All Over Again with You!

Join us Saturday,October 3rd for an unforgettable evening supporting Thrive and its mission to care for the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.

Don’t miss out on the fun. We want YOU there!

There’s still time to get your tickets, but October 3rd will be here before we know it. Gather your friends, get dressed up, and come roll the dice with us for a great cause.

Saturday, October 3, 2026
Black Rock Yacht Club

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08/26/2026

🐾❤💙 Why We THRIVE Wednesday: Axel Edition! ❤💛🐾

This week’s Why We THRIVE Wednesday is brought to you by our beloved mascot, service dog, and four-legged ray of sunshine… AXEL! 🐶✨

If you’ve ever come to THRIVE for a workout, nutrition class, support group, or community event, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve been greeted by Axel—and maybe even received one of his famous “quick hellos” and a request for a little love and a pet. 🥰

On our hardest days, our happiest days, and every ordinary day in between, Axel has a special way of bringing a little extra light, comfort, and joy into our THRIVE community.

Sometimes wellness looks like a great workout.
Sometimes it looks like learning something new.
And sometimes… it’s simply a furry friend reminding you to stop, smile, and enjoy the moment. 🐾❤️

So, on National Dog Day, we want to give a very special THANK YOU to Axel for all the love, laughter, comfort, and happiness he brings to the place we are so lucky to call THRIVE.

We love you, Axel! 🐶❤️

Drop a 🐾 in the comments to show Axel some love!