CURRENT OFFERINGS
Current Offerings are open to all.
Feel free to invite a friend to join you.
FANTASTIC NEWS: THE WORLD IS BETTER THAN EVER
Presenter: Rose Osterman Kleidon
When: Fri., March 31, 10:00-11:30am
Where: UUCS Social Hall
Registration: Sunday Morning Questers Table OR Contact Jeff London ([email protected] – Subject: Fantastic News) or call 952-200-0643.
“Fantastic News: The World Is Better than Ever” takes listeners through the birth of the modern world, focusing on crucial ways our lives differ hugely from those of the past. The charts and facts in this presentation correct widespread falsehoods, like those in Paul Erlich’s The Population Bomb. The presentation also shows how essential it is to retain the advancements we have made and build on them if we are to create a better future.
If you are pessimistic about the future (and 65% of Americans are), come hear this and judge for yourself. You’ll find that it’s fascinating information and fantastic news.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Rose Osterman Kleidon, historical fiction author, shares what she learned from research into the question, “What was life then really like?” As a professor emeritus, businesswoman and novelist, Kleidon has years of experience in presenting material in interesting, inspiring ways. She has taught thousands of students and addressed attendees at writing conferences, book clubs, and community groups. Her recently published novel, 1836: Year of Escape, traces the path of her own ancestors to America.
MEMOIR WRITING
Facilitators: Sylvia Manalis & Marilyn Schulze
When: 3 Monday Sessions, April 10, 17 & 24 – 10:30am-Noon
Where: UUCS Social Hall
Registration: Email Joye Kohl ([email protected]) Subject: Writing Your Story or call Joye (623-556-1746).
In each session you will have an opportunity to write followed by sharing what you have written. Writing topics from childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and senior years will be suggested.
About the Facilitators: Both Sylvia and Marilyn are memoir writers who know how rewarding the memoir writing experience can be. They look forward to sharing their enthusiasm with this group.
HOV SERIES: HOSPICE & SUPPORTIVE CARE HOSPICE
Presenter: Mary Donovan from Hospice of the Valley
When: Tuesday, April 11, 10:00-11:30am
Where: UUCS Social Hall
Registration: Email Joye Kohl ([email protected]) Subject: Hospice or call Joye (623-556-1746).
Hospice and Supportive Care Hospice is about living, not dying. Learn about the range of services provided by Hospice of the Valley; how hospice supports patients and families in their homes; when hospice is appropriate and how Medicare and insurance companies cover the cost of care. Supportive care helps improve quality of life for those struggling with chronic illness by managing symptoms to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations.
CLIMATE CRISIS
Facilitator: Rich Manalis
When: 3 Thursday Sessions, Apr. 13, 20 & 27 – 10:30am-Noon
Where: UUCS Social Hall
Registration: Email Carol Calkins ([email protected]) Subject: Writing Your Story or call Joye (623-556-1746).
What greater legacy could we leave for humankind than a habitable planet?
These three sessions will cover a broad spectrum of basic climate crisis information, from definitions, to the fears we have about life as we know it being in jeopardy, to emerging solutions. Videos produced by climate experts will be shown and discussed.
About the Facilitator: The Climate Crisis is of particular interest to both UUCS membbers Rich and Syl Manalis. Rich will be the facilitator for discussions about what he has learned from the web and from classes written recently by his sister-in-law Anita Dygert Gearheart.
A FEAST FOR YOUR EYES: PHOTOGRAPHY AS ART
Presenter: Rich Manalis
When: Sat., Apr. 15, 10:00-11:30am
Where: UUCS Social Hall
Registration: Sunday Morning Questers Table OR Contact Carol Calkins ([email protected] – Subject: A Feast or call 425-387-0784)
Rich will share his PHOTOGRAPHIC ART. The unique aspect of his presentation is that he will describe the backgrounds that led to the creation of many of his images. This will add depth and meaning to his images.
UUCS APRIL HIKE
Leader: Jessica Rose
When: Friday, April 21
Where: Skyline Regional Park – Buckeye (Meet in Church Parking Lot at 7:30am to carpool. We want to beat the heat.)
Sign-up: At the Questers Sunday Table OR email Carol Calkins ([email protected])
We will end our hiking season with this moderate hike…not too strenuous but more than a stroll and always good company.
ONGOING OFFERINGS
Ongoing Offerings are open to all.
Feel free to invite a friend to join you.
UU MEN’S GROUP
When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:00pm – Sept. through June
Where: In Person in UUCS Social Hall & on Zoom
Open Sign-ups: Email [email protected]
We all know that the positive energy generated when men get together is a force for good in this world. With this in mind, our men’s group provides a supportive forum for conversations on a wide range of topics. Please join us at any time! For further information contact Michael Piper at [email protected]
UU WOMEN’S GROUP
When: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00am-Noon
Where: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in person at UUCS Social Hall
Open Sign-Ups &/or Further Information: Email or call Judy Reynolds – [email protected] or 623-882-6012
Would you like to spend time with a group of dynamic, interesting women?
Would you like to participate in discussions on a wide range of fascinating topics and build new friendships at the same time?
If so, we invite you to join us.
BUUK Circle
Leader: Julie Wambach ([email protected])
When: Every second Tuesday, October – May, 6:30-8:30pm
Where: UUCS (In Person)
Open Sign-ups: Email [email protected]
BUUK Circle is a group that loves to read and discuss books chosen by the group. You are welcome to join this group at any time whether you’ve finished the book or not even started. If you are unable to attend a discussion, we hope you will find time to read the book. For information, contact Julie Wambach at [email protected].
Upcoming March Book
“Bitter Sweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole” By Susan Cain
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Sadness is your superpower. In her new masterpiece, the author of the bestselling phenomenon Quiet explores the power of the bittersweet personality, revealing a misunderstood side of mental health and creativity while offering a roadmap to facing grief in order to live life to the fullest.” Publisher’s Note.
LOOKING AHEAD
All current offerings are listed above.
