UU Calendar

	May 2017
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	1 Candidating Week Candidating Week April 30, 2017 - May 7, 2017 Contact: Mary Amundsen or Amy Nelson See more details UU Mah Jongg UU Mah Jongg May 1, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Chapel See more details Course in Miracles Course in Miracles May 1, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Commons A Course in Miracles In this weekly study group, we read the text of A Course in Miracles (ACIM) section by section and then discuss. ACIM offers a system of metaphysical thought based on unconditional love and forgiveness. We also discuss the challenges of trying to live the Course. Newcomers are always welcome. If you have the book, bring it; otherwise we share those we have. Contact: Peggy Marchesani See more details Candidate: Hospitali… Candidate: Hospitality & Growth Council May 1, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm Hanson home See more details Candidate: Finance/S… Candidate: Finance/Stewardship Committee May 1, 2017 @ 7:15 pm - 9:00 pm Conference Room See more details • • • • •	2 Candidating Week Candidating Week April 30, 2017 - May 7, 2017 Contact: Mary Amundsen or Amy Nelson See more details Great Books Club Great Books Club May 2, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Conference Room Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, September through May. For more information, contact Sandy Ramage. See more details Candidate: Past Pres… Candidate: Past Presidents Lunch May 2, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Amundsen Home See more details Candidate: Communica… Candidate: Communications Committee May 2, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Conference Room See more details Candidate: Hors d�… Candidate: Hors d'oeuvres in the Commons May 2, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Commons See more details Candidate: RE Counci… Candidate: RE Council May 2, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Conference Room See more details Class: UU Creative S… Class: UU Creative Spirits May 2, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Commons Contact: Anne Black-Sinak See more details • • • • • • •	3 Candidating Week Candidating Week April 30, 2017 - May 7, 2017 Contact: Mary Amundsen or Amy Nelson See more details 9 am eNews Deadline 9 am eNews Deadline May 3, 2017 See more details Candidate: Executive… Candidate: Executive Committee Lunch May 3, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Hutton Home See more details Candidate: Staff Mee… Candidate: Staff Meeting May 3, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Minister's office See more details Candidate: Dinner wi… Candidate: Dinner with Choir May 3, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Commons See more details Choir Rehearsal Choir Rehearsal May 3, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sanctuary See more details Candidate: Worship C… Candidate: Worship Committee May 3, 2017 @ 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Conference Room See more details • • • • • • •	4 Candidating Week Candidating Week April 30, 2017 - May 7, 2017 Contact: Mary Amundsen or Amy Nelson See more details Candidate: Coffee/Co… Candidate: Coffee/Conversation with Caring Committee & Caring Crafters May 4, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Commons See more details Design Committee Design Committee May 4, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Commons Meets 1st Thursday of ea month Contact: Darrel Waters See more details Candidate: Adult RE Candidate: Adult RE May 4, 2017 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Hearth Room See more details Candidate: Social Ju… Candidate: Social Justice Council May 4, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Commons See more details • • • • •	5 Candidating Week Candidating Week April 30, 2017 - May 7, 2017 Contact: Mary Amundsen or Amy Nelson See more details Mah Jongg group Mah Jongg group May 5, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Commons Contact: Darrel Waters See more details Rental: Music Lesson… Rental: Music Lessons (Lamb) May 5, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Chapel Rental: Kathleen Lamb violin lessons 1-24-17 See more details Civil Liberties Foru… Civil Liberties Forum May 5, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sanctuary Islamophobia & War on Terror Muslims are not only suffering increasing numbers of hate crimes, but also face losing their constitutionally-guaranteed civil liberties. People are being preemptively prosecuted for crimes they haven't committed and receiving long and harsh prison sentences. Speakers from the National Coalition to Protect Civil Freedoms (NCPCF) include Legal Director attorney Kathy Manley, Education Director Dr. Mel Underbakke, and Prisoner and Family Committee Director, Mariam Abu Ali, who will talk about the targeting of her brother. Free & Open to the Public. Co-Sponsored by the First UU Social Justice Council. See more details • • • •	6 Candidating Week Candidating Week April 30, 2017 - May 7, 2017 Contact: Mary Amundsen or Amy Nelson See more details Rental: Graduation (… Rental: Graduation (Park) May 6, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Eunah Park 6/18/16 See more details Candidate: Property Candidate: Property May 6, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Chapel See more details Rental : Recitals (S… Rental : Recitals (Suzuki Assoc) May 6, 2017 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth SE MN Suzuki Association (SEMSA) Contact: Barb Bartleson 8/23/16 See more details Bluebell Walk Bluebell Walk May 6, 2017 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Mayowood Trailhead - Salem Rd W & Mayowood Drive SW The hike will begin at the Trailhead, which is accessed by taking Salem Road west and turning left onto Mayowood Drive SW. Parking is available just north of the bridge. The trail map can be found at: http://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=770 or by clicking on the attachment. See more details Potluck Meet & G… Potluck Meet & Greet May 6, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm Commons, Kitchen See more details • • • • • •
7 Candidating Week Candidating Week April 30, 2017 - May 7, 2017 Contact: Mary Amundsen or Amy Nelson See more details Services at 9 & … Services at 9 & 11 am May 7, 2017 See more details RE for Children &… RE for Children & Youth at 9 & 11 May 7, 2017 Chapel See more details Maypole Celebration Maypole Celebration May 7, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am See more details Children's Choi… Children's Choir practice May 7, 2017 @ 10:10 am - 10:50 am Chapel See more details Congregational Meeti… Congregational Meeting May 7, 2017 @ 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm Sanctuary See more details Class: Owning Your R… Class: Owning Your Religious Past May 7, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Chapel 5 sessions led by Derek Robertson - Activities and discussions will help UU's grow in their faith, moving from a space of discomfort and awkwardness to a space of affirmation and wholeness. The program's exercises invite you to revisit religious spaces and people from childhood in a way that promotes greater self-understanding and personal peace. Curriculum and Journal provided at no cost. See more details Rental: Recitals (Sw… Rental: Recitals (Sward) May 7, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Recitals: Carla Sward 8/23/16 See more details • • • • • • • •	8 UU Mah Jongg UU Mah Jongg May 8, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Chapel See more details Course in Miracles Course in Miracles May 8, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Commons A Course in Miracles In this weekly study group, we read the text of A Course in Miracles (ACIM) section by section and then discuss. ACIM offers a system of metaphysical thought based on unconditional love and forgiveness. We also discuss the challenges of trying to live the Course. Newcomers are always welcome. If you have the book, bring it; otherwise we share those we have. Contact: Peggy Marchesani See more details Stich Chalice Circle Stich Chalice Circle May 8, 2017 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Clara Barton Room Meeting on the 2nd Monday of each month. See more details Diversity Council: H… Diversity Council: Human Vanguard Coalition May 8, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Commons Rochester 4Justice, The Diversity Council, and the Racial Justice Task Group invite you to join in the formation of a new coalition that will focus on advancing the rights of all individuals in this region. The Coalition is forming to help each of our organizations realize our missions through better communication and visibility, and shared insights. Please join us for our initial meeting. Contact: Julie Gilkinson (4-12-17) See more details Hospitality & Gr… Hospitality & Growth Council May 8, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Conference Room See more details • • • • •	9 Clara Barton Guild S… Clara Barton Guild Spring Luncheon May 9, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Charter House Meets 2nd Tuesday monthly Co-Chairs: Jessie Finch & Laura Lukes See more details Leadership Developme… Leadership Development Committee May 9, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Conference Room See more details Worship Associates Worship Associates May 9, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Commons See more details • • •	10 9 am eNews Deadline 9 am eNews Deadline May 10, 2017 See more details Choir Rehearsal Choir Rehearsal May 10, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sanctuary See more details Rental: Indivisible … Rental: Indivisible - Healthcare group May 10, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Classroom 103 Sponsored by Social Justice Council Contact: Linnea Schmid See more details Berg Chalice Circle Berg Chalice Circle May 10, 2017 @ 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm Chapel Chalice Circle led by Brianna Berg See more details Program Council Program Council May 10, 2017 @ 7:15 pm - 9:00 pm Commons Meets on first Wednesday every 2 months See more details Racial Justice Task … Racial Justice Task Grp May 10, 2017 @ 7:15 pm - 9:00 pm Conference Room Phil Wheeler 5-3-17 See more details • • • • • •	11 Rental: Recitals (Le… Rental: Recitals (Leonard) May 11, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Recitals: Sue Leonard 4/3/17 See more details Finance Committee Finance Committee May 11, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Conference Room Meets 2nd Thursday monthly Chair:Linda Thompson See more details • •	12 Mah Jongg group Mah Jongg group May 12, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Commons Contact: Darrel Waters See more details •	13 Rental: Recital (Wil… Rental: Recital (Wilberg) May 13, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Kitchen Recitals: Matt Wilberg held 1/13/17 finalized 3-10-17 See more details •
14 Services at 9 & … Services at 9 & 11 am May 14, 2017 See more details RE for Children &… RE for Children & Youth at 9 & 11 May 14, 2017 Chapel See more details RE Open House RE Open House May 14, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Chapel, Classrooms See more details Rental: Recitals (Ba… Rental: Recitals (Bartleson) May 14, 2017 @ 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Barb Bartleson 8-16-16 See more details Class: Owning Your R… Class: Owning Your Religious Past May 14, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Chapel 5 sessions led by Derek Robertson - Activities and discussions will help UU's grow in their faith, moving from a space of discomfort and awkwardness to a space of affirmation and wholeness. The program's exercises invite you to revisit religious spaces and people from childhood in a way that promotes greater self-understanding and personal peace. Curriculum and Journal provided at no cost. See more details Rental: Recitals (Vi… Rental: Recitals (Vinje) May 14, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Recitals: Karen Vinje 7/28/16 See more details • • • • • •	15 Annual Reports Due Annual Reports Due May 15, 2017 See more details UU Mah Jongg UU Mah Jongg May 15, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Chapel See more details Course in Miracles Course in Miracles May 15, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Commons A Course in Miracles In this weekly study group, we read the text of A Course in Miracles (ACIM) section by section and then discuss. ACIM offers a system of metaphysical thought based on unconditional love and forgiveness. We also discuss the challenges of trying to live the Course. Newcomers are always welcome. If you have the book, bring it; otherwise we share those we have. Contact: Peggy Marchesani See more details Humanist Interest Gr… Humanist Interest Group May 15, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Clara Barton Room (or Chapel) Contact: Pat Calvert See more details Disability Task Grou… Disability Task Group May 15, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Hearth Room Paula Horner 4/27/17 See more details • • • • •	16 Great Books Club Great Books Club May 16, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Conference Room Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, September through May. For more information, contact Sandy Ramage. See more details Caring Crafters Caring Crafters May 16, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Commons The Caring Crafters use their talents to bring comfort or joy to members of our congregation. We knit, crochet, quilt, and weave items for the minister to give to people facing challenges, crisis, or grief; make tied fleece blankets to give to our Coming of Age graduates and knitted or crocheted baby blankets for infants and young children being welcomed into our congregation; and make cards to send to those who are grieving or celebrating. The work brings us together; the fellowship keeps us together. Meets 3rd Tuesday each month. See more details UU Book Club UU Book Club May 16, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ella Van Laningham's home Phyllis Beery will review "American Dervish," by Ayak Akhtar. Hosted by Ella Van Laningham. Contact: Diane Clossen or Joyce Wood See more details Lobl Chalice Circle Lobl Chalice Circle May 16, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chapel See more details Kitchen Working Grou… Kitchen Working Group May 16, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Commons Contact: Rob Harveland See more details • • • • •	17 9 am eNews Deadline 9 am eNews Deadline May 17, 2017 See more details Choir Rehearsal Choir Rehearsal May 17, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sanctuary See more details Board of Directors Board of Directors May 17, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Conference Room Meets 3rd Wednesday monthly See more details • • •	18 Eggler Chalice Circl… Eggler Chalice Circle May 18, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Chapel See more details Phil Wheeler Phil Wheeler May 18, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sanctuary Phil Wheeler 5/17/17 See more details COA Rehearsal COA Rehearsal May 18, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sanctuary Ramona Barr 5/17/17 See more details • • •	19 Mah Jongg group Mah Jongg group May 19, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Commons Contact: Darrel Waters See more details Rental: Recitals (Ho… Rental: Recitals (Horntvedt) May 19, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Kathryn Horntvedt 5-24-16 See more details • •	20 Memorial Service - M… Memorial Service - Malcolm Campbell May 20, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Sanctuary See more details UU Horton Bridge UU Horton Bridge May 20, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Joyce Lewis' home Generally meets 3rd Saturday monthly. Come by yourself or bring a friend. It's not necessary to have a partner, everyone who shows up gets to play. All levels of playing skill are welcome. We are a friendly group that likes to get together and have fun playing bridge and socializing. We play "party bridge" so you get to play with lots of different partners. Call 507-288-4785 for more information or directions. RSVP is not necessary but is always appreciated. See more details • •
21 COA Services at 9 &a… COA Services at 9 & 11 am May 21, 2017 See more details Immigrant Justice Fo… Immigrant Justice Forum May 21, 2017 @ 12:15 pm - 2:00 pm Sanctuary See more details Rental: Recitals (To… Rental: Recitals (Tolmie) May 21, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sanctuary, Hearth Room Recitals: Teresa Tolmie 4/26/16 See more details Bible as Historical … Bible as Historical Document May 21, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Conference Room We will continue our discussion of the The Book of Job. Please read chapters 24 thru the end. We'll discuss the origin and purpose of the book and the main ideas. Contact: Frank Druktainis See more details • • • •	22 9 am: Venture Deadli… 9 am: Venture Deadline May 22, 2017 See more details UU Mah Jongg UU Mah Jongg May 22, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Chapel See more details Course in Miracles Course in Miracles May 22, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Commons A Course in Miracles In this weekly study group, we read the text of A Course in Miracles (ACIM) section by section and then discuss. ACIM offers a system of metaphysical thought based on unconditional love and forgiveness. We also discuss the challenges of trying to live the Course. Newcomers are always welcome. If you have the book, bring it; otherwise we share those we have. Contact: Peggy Marchesani See more details Pizza Dinner & P… Pizza Dinner & Planning Meeting for Summer Fellowship Activities May 22, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The home of Lyn Smith Contact: Robin Taylor or Lyn Smith See more details • • • •	23 RE Council Meeting RE Council Meeting May 23, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Conference Room Come be a part of the committee that helps determine what direction the Religious Education program is heading and develops the kinds of fellowship events that might bring families and other congregants together. Contact: Ramona Barr, Council Chair See more details Disability Task Grou… Disability Task Group May 23, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chapel Paula Horner, 4/27/17 See more details Chosen Faith Study G… Chosen Faith Study Group May 23, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Hearth Room Contact: Anne Black-Sinak See more details • • •	24 9 am eNews Deadline 9 am eNews Deadline May 24, 2017 See more details Choir Rehearsal Choir Rehearsal May 24, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sanctuary See more details Rental: Indivisible … Rental: Indivisible - Healthcare group May 24, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Classroom 103 Sponsored by Social Justice Task Group Contact: Linnea Schmid See more details Buddhist Interest Gr… Buddhist Interest Group May 24, 2017 @ 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm Clara Barton Room We explore Buddhism from a UU perspective. A short meditation period is followed by discussion. Newcomers are welcome to join us at any time. Meets 4th Wednesday monthly. Contact: Frank Druktainis See more details • • • •	25 Rental: Recital (Mad… Rental: Recital (Madsen) May 25, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Recitals, Bev Madsen, (04-13-17) See more details •	26 Mah Jongg group Mah Jongg group May 26, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Commons Contact: Darrel Waters See more details •	27
28 RE Summer Schedule B… RE Summer Schedule Begins! May 28, 2017 See more details RE for Children &… RE for Children & Youth 10 am May 28, 2017 See more details Sunday Visitor Chat Sunday Visitor Chat May 28, 2017 @ 11:15 am - 11:45 am Hearth Room New Here? Let's Chat! If you are new to Unitarian Universalism, we invite you to attend our Sunday Visitor Chat! This is a brief, casual orientation to Unitarian Universalism and the First UU Church of Rochester. Childcare is available in the Nursery, or you are welcome to bring your children with you! No signup is needed. Grab some coffee, then meet Melissa Eggler, Coordinator of Congregational Life, in the Hearth Room at the top of the stairs to the Commons. See more details Rental: Recitals (Pr… Rental: Recitals (Priniski) May 28, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sanctuary, Commons, Hearth Recitals (Priniski) 3-13-17 See more details Class: Owning Your R… Class: Owning Your Religious Past May 28, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Chapel 5 sessions led by Derek Robertson - Activities and discussions will help UU's grow in their faith, moving from a space of discomfort and awkwardness to a space of affirmation and wholeness. The program's exercises invite you to revisit religious spaces and people from childhood in a way that promotes greater self-understanding and personal peace. Curriculum and Journal provided at no cost. See more details • • • • •	29 Office Closed - Memo… Office Closed - Memorial Day May 29, 2017 See more details UU Mah Jongg UU Mah Jongg May 29, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Chapel See more details Course in Miracles Course in Miracles May 29, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Commons A Course in Miracles In this weekly study group, we read the text of A Course in Miracles (ACIM) section by section and then discuss. ACIM offers a system of metaphysical thought based on unconditional love and forgiveness. We also discuss the challenges of trying to live the Course. Newcomers are always welcome. If you have the book, bring it; otherwise we share those we have. Contact: Peggy Marchesani See more details Community Food Respo… Community Food Response May 29, 2017 @ 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 3rd Ave SE, Rochester, MN Community Food Response collects left-over food from restaurants, grocery stores, hospitals, schools, and IBM. We help out once a month whenever there is a fifth Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. The first shift from 1:30 – 4:00 pm helps sort the food. The second shift from 4:00 – 6:30 pm finishes the sorting and distributes food to those who come for help. For a detailed description or to sign up, click on the link (or copy and paste into your browser's search): http://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084eaea728ab9-uucfrdays If any questions or want to help, contact Ella VanLaningham at 507-289-2668 or gevanlaningham@gmail.com. Contact: Ella Van Laningham See more details • • • •	30 UU Women's Retr… UU Women's Retreat Planning Meeting May 30, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Hearth Room All welcome for collaboration and planning! Our retreat will be October 27-29th, 2017 at Cedar Valley Resort, Whalen, MN. Contact: Melissa Eggler, 282-5209, congregationlife@uurochmn.org See more details •	31 9 am eNews Deadline 9 am eNews Deadline May 31, 2017 See more details Community Food Respo… Community Food Response May 31, 2017 @ 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Bethel Lutheran Church Community Food Response collects left-over food from restaurants, grocery stores, hospitals, schools, and IBM. We help out once a month whenever there is a fifth Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. The first shift from 1:30 – 4:00 pm helps sort the food. The second shift from 4:00 – 6:30 pm finishes the sorting and distributes food to those who come for help. For a detailed description or to sign up, click on the link (or copy and paste into your browser's search): http://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084eaea728ab9-uucfrdays If any questions or want to help, contact Ella VanLaningham at 507-289-2668 or gevanlaningham@gmail.com. See more details Choir Rehearsal Choir Rehearsal May 31, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sanctuary See more details • • •

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May 2017