Science and Religion Discussion Group Where do science and religion meet? Where are they in opposition? Meet 4th Thursdays at 4:30 in the Chapel, and on Zoom. Contact Chris Larson for the Zoom link. #NovemberNewsletter < Previous Next Meeting Next >

de27889f-f43f-44ca-85f9-889a0b257831 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Quick Look: UUSE Fall Music Lineup Watch this newsletter or the weekly eblast for more details! #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

3f8b2a56-2261-44d2-8701-2e9be81b9728 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Meditation Group The Meditation Group will meet third Mondays from 3:30 PM in the Youth Group room (room 2) on the garden level to meditate in community. Everyone is welcome; no experience required. Contact Nancy Thompson with questions, uuseoffice@uuse.org . #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

1d134290-a024-4ee7-a42d-fb0b5bc99d98 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > UUSE Coffeehouse and Open Mic First Saturday of Each Month Sign-up starts at 6 PM-- performances start at 6:30 PM Join us on the first Saturday of each month, October through May, for an evening of music, poetry, stories, and community! Bring your own songs, poems, stories, or any creative offering — or simply come enjoy the warm, supportive atmosphere as part of our appreciative audience. Sign-ups begin at 6:00 PM, and family friendly performances start at 6:30 PM. We feature 12 slots, each about 10 minutes or two songs. Bring your own drinks, your own dinner, and your own friends — we’ll provide the coffee! Donations accepted but not required. Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 Vernon Street West, Manchester, CT #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

8d40a7b3-6960-4ca6-9bbc-e814302e872a < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Author Event at UUSE With S.J. Taylor November 1st at 1 PM Join Author S. J. (Sam) Taylor as she discusses her latest book, Helga the Fair . A reimagining of several Icelandic sagas, this story follows 13-year-old Helga as she allies with unlikely friends to fight against an invasion of vengeful monsters who've taken over the valley and threaten their families. There are undead shenanigans and a friendly ghost seal. S. J. Taylor writes stories steeped in folklore and magic, where young protagonists tackle big adventures and bigger questions. Although she grew up in Arizona's desert, her heart yearns for the Nordic lands. When she's not writing, she can often be found knitting yet another sweater (sweater weather is the best weather). #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

a4ee4305-6f0b-494d-ac18-3fa805ba66b1 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Buddhist Group The UUSE Buddhist Group will meet on the 1st Tuesday, at 7 PM on Zoom for meditation and discussion of a Buddhist perspective on the monthly ministry theme. Email Nancy Thompson at uuseoffice@uuse.org for details or the Zoom link. #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

24ca7d9f-207e-4d3d-9875-eda1d6863940 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > The UUSE Holiday Artisan’s Market Silent Auction is Looking for Donations Can you help? We are fortunate to have some very kind UUs who own local businesses or are accomplished artists who help us out yearly with generous contributions. Still, one of the great joys of the silent auction is discovering what surprises you all have to donate. What draws bids? All sorts of items! A few years back, we had a beautiful set of wooden jigsaw puzzles featuring some “whimsy” pieces that attracted numerous bids. We’ve had a new gas grill (a dealer incentive for purchasing a car). A member upgraded her iPad and donated her previous device. We’ve had a quilting frame, a Franklin Mint Monopoly game, sports memorabilia, jewelry a little too high-end for the jewelry sale, gently used designer purses, and decorative home items. As it is a holiday fair, themed baskets full of goodies that can be given as gifts are a big draw. And, of course, the work of our many talented UUSE artists and crafters always brings bids! UUSE artists, might you have a piece you’d be willing to donate? As you pull together books and tag sale items for the fair, see if you might have something for the auction. Share your ideas with Mary Ellen Vigeant, uuseoffice@uuse.org , Carolyn Gimbrone, uuseoffice@uuse.org , or Jan Knotts, uuseoffice@uuse.org . #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

e549b4ed-8cf2-470f-87ed-7109312c5f17 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores how UUs can name and experience God in meaningful, useful ways. All are welcome. Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org for the Zoom link. #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

4b22f9f5-70f5-4668-92b4-beb135c14759 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Romeos for Lunch Romeos (Retired Old Men Eating Out) meet at noon on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for lunch and conversation at various local restaurants. If you are retired or simply have free time, feel welcome to participate. Contact Annie at the church office to be included on the email call list. #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

407ced93-69d8-4e83-9a71-7acff884e0c1 < Back to Newsletter November Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Pastoral Friends Rotating Chair November: Laurie Semprebon PastoralFriends@uuse.org. #NovemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

Affinity Groups are birds of a feather, where everyone can stick together. Affinity Groups They say birds of a feather flock together. Our affinity groups are where like-minded individuals meet on a monthly basis to discuss books, art, religion and other ideas. Contact the office for details email: info@uuse.org phone: 860.646.5151 Always check the Upcoming Events Calendar for up-to-date weekly information and cancelations. Book Lovers 2nd Tuesdays 3:30 to 5:30 PM The Book Lovers meet in person and simultaneously on Zoom every second Tuesday from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. You are welcome even if you haven’t finished the book. The link is sent out the weekend before by Carolyn Gimbrone. #NovemberNewsletter Next Meeting Buddhist Group 1st Tuesdays 7:00 PM Buddhist Group meets at 7 PM on Zoom the first Tuesday of the month for meditation and discussion of a Buddhist perspective on the monthly ministry theme. Email Nancy Thompson at uuseoffice@uuse.org for details or the Zoom link. Next Meeting God Talk 4th Tuesdays 4:30 PM A discussion group for UU theists 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores how UUs can name and experience God in meaningful, useful ways. All are welcome. Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org for the Zoom link. Next Meeting Humanist Group 3rd Tuesdays 4:30 PM Join us in on the 3rd Tuesday at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores Religious Humanism and its applications to life, both historically and today. All welcome. Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org for the Zoom link. Next Meeting Pagan Group Meets Occasionally Welcoming all paths. Ceremonies include but are not limited to: Summer and Winter Solstices, Spring and Autumn Equinoxes, Beltane (May Day), Imbolc, Litha, Lughnasa, and others as inspired. Contact Rev. Josh for details. Contact Office for Times Science and Religion Discussion Group 4th Thursdays 4:30 PM Where do science and religion meet? Where are they in opposition? Meet 4th Thursdays at 4:30 in the Chapel, and on Zoom. Contact Chris Larson for the Zoom link. #NovemberNewsletter Next Meeting Women’s Circle 3rd Tuesdays 7:00 PM Zoom Only Women’s Circle with Nora Alpers-Leon Third Tuesdays at 7:00 Zoom Only December-March Contact alpers6@gmail.com for zoom link Nora describes this women’s circle as a “judgment-free comfort zone.” She invites participants to “sit, connect and share.” Bring a journal and a pen and a cushion or mat to sit on if you prefer that to a chair. Nora Mijares Alpers-Leon is an indigenous (Colombian) mother, developmental psycholinguist and educator, who has a background in dance, yoga, and mindfulness. She completed 2 bachelor and 2 master degrees and a graduate certificate between UW-Madison and UConn. She did her Yoga Teacher Training in the Berkshires, and has led mindfulness workshops and talking circles in the United States and Colombia with both adults and children. To sign up for this circle, or if you want more information, contact Nora. Contact Office for Times Writers Group 2nd Mondays Bi-Monthly 7:00 PM The UUSE Writers Group is on hiatus. Check Newsletter

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