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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled SUNDIALS: Out from the Shadows (A Cliff Pelletier Memorial Lecture) Monday, October 6th, 7 PM Expert Fred Sawyer will provide an overview of the 3,500-year history of the sundial as a scientific device -- perhaps humanity's first. Over that period, the sundial has changed in diverse ways to accommodate our evolving concept of what it means to measure time. Many varieties of sundials will be discussed and illustrated with slides and actual instruments on display. Time will be allocated for the audience to ask questions about how the various unusual and unfamiliar dials work to let us order our days. This event is in memorial honor of UUSE member Cliff Pelletier, who loved science and was very generous to UUSE. Fred Sawyer is a retired actuary and longtime member of UUSE. He graduated from Yale and the U. of Pittsburgh with degrees in Mathematics and Philosophy and the History of Philosophy and Science. He is the President and editor of the North American Sundial Society and the Patron of the British Sundial Society. He is a featured speaker each year at the NASS conference in the U.S. and Canada and the BSS conference in England. He has provided the layouts for a number of sundials in Connecticut and has published nine books on Sciatherics -- the study of sundials. This event is appropriate for adults and high school students. Unitarian Universalist Society East -- 153 Vernon St. West, Vernon, CT. #OctoberNewsletter Monday, October 6th, 7 PM Expert Fred Sawyer will provide an overview of the 3,500-year history of the sundial as a scientific device -- perhaps humanity's first. Over that period, the sundial has changed in diverse ways to accommodate our evolving concept of what it means to measure time. Many varieties of sundials will be discussed and illustrated with slides and actual instruments on display. Time will be allocated for the audience to ask questions about how the various unusual and unfamiliar dials work to let us order our days. This event is in memorial honor of UUSE member Cliff Pelletier, who loved science and was very generous to UUSE. Fred Sawyer is a retired actuary and longtime member of UUSE. He graduated from Yale and the U. of Pittsburgh with degrees in Mathematics and Philosophy and the History of Philosophy and Science. He is the President and editor of the North American Sundial Society and the Patron of the British Sundial Society. He is a featured speaker each year at the NASS conference in the U.S. and Canada and the BSS conference in England. He has provided the layouts for a number of sundials in Connecticut and has published nine books on Sciatherics -- the study of sundials. This event is appropriate for adults and high school students. Unitarian Universalist Society East -- 153 Vernon St. West, Vernon, CT. #OctoberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Vespers Dec 13: Vespers OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jan 15, 2026 Women's Sacred Singing Circle . Every Thursday at 7 PM We sing songs and chants from a variety of traditions, including some written by women from circles around the country, including our own. All are about the earth, healing, spirit, and, of course, women. Come late, leave early, or stay the whole time. Come every week or off and on, when you choose. But come! We have so much fun each week, we want you to join us in the laughter, song and community! For more information visit Meetup. #SeptemberNewsletter Every Thursday at 7 PM We sing songs and chants from a variety of traditions, including some written by women from circles around the country, including our own. All are about the earth, healing, spirit, and, of course, women. Come late, leave early, or stay the whole time. Come every week or off and on, when you choose. But come! We have so much fun each week, we want you to join us in the laughter, song and community! For more information visit Meetup . #SeptemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

This is the page with our minister, our director of child and youth ministries, and our music director. CYM Staff Emmy Galbraith Director of Children and Youth Ministry UUSE’s Committee for Children and Youth Ministry, Policy Board, and Rev. Josh Pawelek are overjoyed to announce the hiring of Emmy Galbraith as our new Director of Children and Youth Ministry (DCYM). Emmy has worked with UUSE’s Children and Youth Ministry in the past as a staff member, a volunteer and a parent. She brings to the position a wide range of work experience, great passion and enthusiasm, and a commitment both to Unitarian Universalism and to children’s spiritual development. dcym@uuse.org Molly Vigeant Nursery Coordinator I've gone to UUSE since I was in nursery myself. I'm a special needs paraprofessional and a mom. UUSE's youth programs met my incessant curiosity with consistent open-minded love and compassion, it is my goal as nursery coordinator to be one of the people who shares their open-minded love and compassion with future generations. uusecym@uuse.org Angela Attardo Children and Youth Ministry Program Assistent Say hello to Angela CYMAsst@uuse.org

< To Upcoming Services Nov 5, 2023 Beacons Who Light Our Way. As we reach for inspiration in these times, our peace-building spiritual ancestors feed us with their light. We'll meet three women: dialogue leader Dr. Paula Green, activist Juanita Nelson, and from a hundred years ago, pacifist Unitarian minister Rev. Anita Pickett. Led by Rev. Sarah Pirtle, award-winning author and musician. Coordinator: Martha Larson #eBlast-11-01 As we reach for inspiration in these times, our peace-building spiritual ancestors feed us with their light. We’ll meet three women: dialogue leader Dr. Paula Green, activist Juanita Nelson, and from a hundred years ago, pacifist Unitarian minister Rev. Anita Pickett. Led by Rev. Sarah Pirtle, award-winning author and musician. Guest: Rev. Sarah Pirtle Coordinator(s): Martha Larson OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Community Outreach Ministry Community Outreach Ministry Special Collection on August 31 On Sunday, August 31, we will have a special collection for the TLC Foundation. The TLC Foundation is a private, nonprofit transitional living center that provides a safe, structured home for local children and youth who cannot live with their families. They remain enrolled in Manchester Public Schools and receive the care and stability they need until they can be safely reunited with family or transition to independent living. Please give as generously as you can. #eBlast-08-27 Community Outreach Ministry Special Collection on August 31 On Sunday, August 31, we will have a special collection for the TLC Foundation. The TLC Foundation is a private, nonprofit transitional living center that provides a safe, structured home for local children and youth who cannot live with their families. They remain enrolled in Manchester Public Schools and receive the care and stability they need until they can be safely reunited with family or transition to independent living. Please give as generously as you can. #eBlast -08-27 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled A Celebration of World Religion Day Featuring an Interfaith Choir, Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 1 pm Town Hall Auditorium, 50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107 Refreshments Served - All Faith Traditions And All Ages Are Welcome! Program Highlights Keynote Address: Eric Dozier Cultural activist and musician dedicated to using the power of music to inspire unity and foster global reconciliation Special Interfaith Choir Created exclusively for this event and directed by Eric Dozier, CREC Ana Grace Academy of the Arts Chorus Rasa Dance Project Group Choreographer: Rachna Ramya Download flyer #JanuaryNewsletter Featuring an Interfaith Choir, Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 1 pm Town Hall Auditorium, 50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107 Refreshments Served - All Faith Traditions And All Ages Are Welcome! Program Highlights Keynote Address: Eric Dozier Cultural activist and musician dedicated to using the power of music to inspire unity and foster global reconciliation Special Interfaith Choir Created exclusively for this event and directed by Eric Dozier, CREC Ana Grace Academy of the Arts Chorus Rasa Dance Project Group Choreographer: Rachna Ramya Download flyer #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled New World Trio Concert New World Trio Concert Join us at UUSE Sunday, January 11th at 3:00 PM for a chamber music program with Anhared Stowe, violin; Peter Zay, cello; and David Ballena, piano. The program will feature three remarkable pieces by great composers of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries -- Rachmaninoff, Hagen and Shostakovich. Suggested donation $20 to benefit UUSE. Join us at UUSE Sunday, January 11th at 3:00 PM . for a chamber music program with Anhared Stowe, violin; Peter Zay, cello; and David Ballena, piano. The program will feature three remarkable pieces by great composers of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries -- Rachmaninoff, Hagen and Shostakovich. Suggested donation $20 to benefit UUSE. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Rob Laurens and Friends in Concert Saturday, January 11 at 7:00 P.M Come to the meeting house to experience award-winning, Boston-based singer-songwriter, Rob Laurens. Rob is currently celebrating the release of his new album, "Jubilee." Many UUSE members will remember his heart-warming original song, "You Are Welcome Here." Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance here or on the night of the show. #JanuaryNewsletter Saturday, January 11 at 7:00 P.M Come to the meeting house to experience award-winning, Boston-based singer-songwriter, Rob Laurens . Rob is currently celebrating the release of his new album, "Jubilee." Many UUSE members will remember his heart-warming original song, "You Are Welcome Here." Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance here or on the night of the show. #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Celebration of Life for Alan Lloyd Benford A Celebration of Life for Alan Lloyd Benford will be held at UUSE on Saturday, March 8 at 1:00 P.M. The service will also be broadcast on Zoom. If you wish to attend the virtual service, click this link: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/99064935266. Dear UUSE Members and Friends:  A Celebration of Life for Alan Lloyd Benford will be held at UUSE on Saturday, March 8 at 1:00 P.M. The service will also be broadcast on Zoom. If you wish to attend the virtual service, click this link: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/99064935266 . OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Author Event with S. J. Taylor Author Event with S. J. Taylor Sunday, April 13th, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE New UUSE member, S. J. Taylor, is the author of Madsi the True, a children's fantasy book steeped in Norwegian folklore. She is also the author of "The Witch of Festa Falls" in the Being Ace anthology--a short story likewise steeped in Norwegian folklore and featuring Birga, who grows up to become the village witch in Madsi the True. Ms. Taylor will read from Madsi the True and discuss her work Copies of all her books will be available for purchase. Proceeds will go to UUSE. This event is sponsored by the UUSE Children and Youth Ministry and Adult Religious Education Committees. For more information, contact the UUSE office at (860) 646-5151. #eBlast-04-09 Author Event with S. J. Taylor Sunday, April 13th, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE New UUSE member, S. J. Taylor, is the author of Madsi the True , a children's fantasy book steeped in Norwegian folklore. She is also the author of "The Witch of Festa Falls" in the Being Ace anthology--a short story likewise steeped in Norwegian folklore and featuring Birga, who grows up to become the village witch in Madsi the True . Ms. Taylor will read from Madsi the True and discuss her work Copies of all her books will be available for purchase. Proceeds will go to UUSE. This event is sponsored by the UUSE Children and Youth Ministry and Adult Religious Education Committees. For more information, contact the UUSE office at (860) 646-5151. #eBlast -04-09 OOS Sermon YouTube