Women's Night
Aug
1
6:30 PM18:30

Women's Night

Friday August 1st, 6:30 p.m. All who identify as women are welcome to the first-Friday Women's night. Hosted by Dana E. in her north-Jonesborough home. Come be energized by the support of other women.

Sharing of easy finger-food snacks and libations are always welcome, but it is not required to bring something to attend; bringing food should never be a barrier. For the host's comfort, please bring all food and drink home with you when you leave. For questions, contact womensgroup@hvuuc.org.

The address can be accessed by contacting WomensGroup@hvuuc.org.

Alternatively, it is posted on the private women's group FB page. www.facebook.com/groups/womensgrouphvuuc/

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Lughnasadh
Aug
2
6:00 PM18:00

Lughnasadh

Please join CUUPS in celebrating the first harvest ritual; commonly called Lughnasadh or Lammas.  


We will hold ritual at 6 pm followed by a potluck dinner. Please bring a dish to share. All are welcome.

Email cuups@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Game Night's Return!
Aug
8
5:30 PM17:30

Game Night's Return!

Hey all, game nights are back on starting August 8th and should run regularly every second and 4th Friday of the month.  Starting time moved up slightly to 6:00pm to allow more fun to be had!  Come as early as 5:30 for pre-game warm up, snacks, and chatter.

Email gamegroup@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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RE Teacher Training
Aug
9
1:00 PM13:00

RE Teacher Training

Our Annual RE Teacher Training will be held Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at HVUUC in the Fred Ball Room.

Please come if you are a new or returning teacher. We will go over the RE Teacher Training Packet, review curricula for Fall RE, and you will have a chance to collaborate and plan with you co-teachers.

Please reach out to our DRE, Justin Ridley, at dre@hvuuc.org if you are interested in teaching this Fall, or if you are unable to attend. New teachers are always welcome!

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Youth Group Pizza Sale Fundraiser
Aug
10
12:00 PM12:00

Youth Group Pizza Sale Fundraiser

The Youth Group will be hosting a Pizza Sale Fundraiser after the service on Sunday, August 10, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.

This is their second fundraiser in a series of fundraisers to raise money for their trip to Dollywood this fall. Please stop by and grab some pizza to support their cause after the service.

$5 suggested donation.

Contact DRE, Justin Ridley, if you have any questions. dre@hvuuc.org

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Holy Ground: Reimagining the Religious Landscapes of Appalachia
Aug
10
12:00 PM12:00

Holy Ground: Reimagining the Religious Landscapes of Appalachia

How do we understand religion in Appalachia beyond familiar church steeples and denominational labels? Join Dr. Jennifer Axsom Adler, a historian of religion at East Tennessee State University, for a workshop that explores the surprising diversity of religious life across the Appalachian region. Dr. Adler invites participants to explore how sacred landscapes, lived experience, and vernacular religious practices have shaped Appalachian identity, often in unexpected ways. This workshop offers an opportunity to challenge stereotypes, reflect on your own community’s religious history, and gain new insight into what religion has meant—and continues to mean—in Appalachia.

Dr. Jennifer Axsom Adler is an assistant professor of history at East Tennessee State University, where she teaches courses in world religions, American religious history, and religion in Appalachia. Her research focuses on sacred space, material culture, ritual practice, and lived religion in American life. A first-generation college student and native of Indiana, she earned her A.B. in Government from Harvard College and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Religion from Vanderbilt University.

Additional Information: Childcare is available for both the service and the workshop. The Youth Group will be hosting a Pizza Sale Fundraiser between the service and workshop during coffee hour -- 12:00 - 12:30.

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Ukulele Jam
Aug
23
10:00 AM10:00

Ukulele Jam

The August NUTs community ukulele group meeting is August 23, at 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (just one meeting in August).

All ukulele enthusiasts of any level are welcome to attend. Are you curious or just want to sing along for now? Join us. We might even have an extra ukulele to loan out at the meeting.

Information about the meetings and NUTS group is on the official web page: https://sites.google.com/view/northeastukesters/home

Check out the Music page for the upcoming month's playlist where you can download chord sheets, and review play-along videos.

NUTs Facebook group:
www.facebook.com/groups/nuts.uke.group/

This is a community event, held at the HVUUC campus. It is not an HVUUC event.

Email ukulele@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Dancing in the Streets
Sep
6
5:00 PM17:00

Dancing in the Streets

A church- wide dance party with a DJ and snacks from around the world. All ages welcome! Begins at 5pm and ends at 9pm.

Intergenerational community fun with dance music for all, door prizes and dance prizes. Come ready to party!!


Cost is $10 per person or $25 per family. Pay when you arrive


RSVP to mary@hvuuc.org.


(If you purchased this at the auction, c’mon over-you've already paid!)

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Youth Group
Jul
20
4:00 PM16:00

Youth Group

The Youth Group will hold their monthly meeting on Sunday, July 20, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm.

This month they will continue planning for their Dollywood trip and fundraisers. They will be working on arts and crafts for their upcoming Arts and Crafts Sale Fundraiser. Please bring any materials you would like to use for creating your artwork.

Please reach out to our DRE, Justin Ridley, if you have any questions. dre@hvuuc.org

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Natural Tunnel State Park Trip
Jul
19
9:00 AM09:00

Natural Tunnel State Park Trip

Join us for a trip to Natural Tunnel State Park to explore the train tunnel.

There is a tunnel that a train goes through in Virginia, and there's a cave within the tunnel, but you can't normally go in because of the train. One day out of the year, they don't have a train go through so people can see the cave, and that day is July 19th!

Carpool at 9am at HVUUC or meet at the park yourself. The drive from the church is 1 hr 15 mins away.

$7 per car admission

If you don't want to walk, the chair lift is $5 per person

Bring a picnic lunch, railway walking shoes, a flashlight, and maybe rain gear. Some will go rain or shine!

Our guide is Michael Jones, a 30 year Appalachian geologist.

Email bradley@hvuuc.org to sign up.

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Monthly HVUUC Board Meeting - You're Invited!
Jul
15
7:00 PM19:00

Monthly HVUUC Board Meeting - You're Invited!

Get on Board! All are welcome to attend the HVUUC Board Meeting. This is a great way to contribute to our community, learn about our leadership opportunities, volunteer and just be "in the know"! All Welcome.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/94naHdgQR72tjohfHO9F_w

Email president@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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July Women's Night - July 11th
Jul
11
6:30 PM18:30

July Women's Night - July 11th

DATE: July 11, 2025, 6:30-9:00
At the JC home of Elsa J.

All who identify as women are welcome to the second-Friday Women's night. Come as you are, and be energized by the support of other women.

p.s. This event is the 2nd Friday this time due to the first Friday falling on a national holiday.


Our host, Elsa, is having a Southern Ladies Night with Peach Cobbler and a fun beverage provided. In addition, sharing of easy finger-food snacks and libations are always welcome, but it is not required to bring something to attend; bringing food should never be a barrier. For the host's comfort, please bring all food and drink home with you when you leave.

The address can be accessed by contacting WomensGroup@hvuuc.org. Alternatively, it is posted on the private women's group FB page. www.facebook.com/groups/womensgrouphvuuc/

Driving and parking: there is plenty of street parking.

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NUTs (Northeast Ukesters of Tennessee) Community Ukulele Group
Jul
8
7:00 PM19:00

NUTs (Northeast Ukesters of Tennessee) Community Ukulele Group

The July NUTs community ukulele group meetup is July 8th 7 pm to 8:30 p.m. (Just one meeting in July)

All ukulele enthusiasts of any level are welcome to attend. Are you curious or just want to sing along for now? Join us. We might even have an extra ukulele to loan out at the meeting.

Information about the meetings and NUTS group is on the official web page:

https://sites.google.com/view/northeastukesters/home

Check out the Music page for the upcoming month's playlist where you can download chord sheets, and review play-along videos.

NUTs Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/nuts.uke.group/

This is a community event, held at the HVUUC campus. It is not an HVUUC event.

Email ukulele@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Secret Life of Queer Folx
Jul
6
12:30 PM12:30

Secret Life of Queer Folx

Join us to look at common experiences from history, discuss how we can show that we are safe and welcoming to others, and explore ways to make our communities more supportive and healthy for everyone. Free and open to the public.

Throughout history, people have found ways to connect with others who have similar experiences or skills. For those who face danger, like people escaping slavery in the U.S. or early Christians, these connections could be a matter of life or death. Queer people have also developed subtle ways of figuring out who is safe to trust and who is not.

Please arrive 15 minutes early if you do not complete the pretest ahead of time.

Please expect to spend about 10 minutes after the workshop completing the assessment.

Please feel free to bring a meal to eat during the workshop.

In this workshop, we will look at common experiences from history, discuss how we can show that we are safe and welcoming to others, and explore ways to make our communities more supportive and healthy for everyone.

FREE and open to the public.

Join Matthew Gardenhour (TriFACETS) and Cindi Huss (RISE: Healthy for Life) for "The Secret Life of Queer Folks." Please register ahead of time so Matthew can send the research information to you.

You are welcome to participate in the workshop whether you engage with the research or not. The workshop is appropriate for high schoolers as well, but only folx 18 or older are eligible to participate in the research.

ETSU student Matthew Gardenhour worked with RISE: Healthy for Life to develop this trans-affirming program for community members in Appalachia. This summer he is researching its effectiveness.

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Soapbox Sunday - Speakers Needed
Jul
6
11:00 AM11:00

Soapbox Sunday - Speakers Needed

Our annual Soapbox Sunday is coming up on July 6th. We need speakers to give a 3-5 minute talk about a topic important to your heart. You are "getting up on your soapbox" to tell it like it is. Our youth are invited to participate, as well!

Soapbox Sunday is a long-standing annual tradition where we - friends and members of HVUUC - exercise our freedom of speech. This right is not to be taken for granted.

If you have questions or want to run a topic by me, or explore a creative method of delivering your Soapbox talk, please contact Rosemary at soapboxsunday@hvuuc.org

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Ukulele Group
Jun
28
10:00 AM10:00

Ukulele Group

The 2nd June community ukulele group meeting is the 28th at 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

All ukulele enthusiasts of any level are welcome to attend.


Are you curious or just want to sing along for now? Join us. We might even have an extra ukulele to loan out at the meeting.

Information about the meetings and NUTS group is on the official web page: https://sites.google.com/view/northeastukesters/home

Check out the Music page for the upcoming month's playlist where you can download chord sheets, and review play-along videos.

NUTs Facebook group:
www.facebook.com/groups/nuts.uke.group/

This is a community event, held at the HVUUC campus. It is not an HVUUC event.

Email ukulele@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Rainbow Festival (Volunteers Needed)
Jun
28
9:00 AM09:00

Rainbow Festival (Volunteers Needed)

The HVUUC Social Justice Committee is seeking volunteers for the 4th annual Rainbow Festival in Johnson City to celebrate Pride!  

The Pride Community Center will host its 4th Annual Rainbow Festival this year to celebrate Pride Month at Founders Park in Johnson City, TN.

The Social Justice Committee at HVUU will have a table and crafts available for the community. Volunteers will be needed for 2-hour shifts throughout the event to manage the table and engage with the community.

Please use this form to sign up for shifts: https://forms.gle/QN5SVP9gumAn47Vq7

Email lgbtqia@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Ukulele Jam
Jun
10
7:00 PM19:00

Ukulele Jam

Are you curious or just want to sing along for now? Join us. We might even have an extra ukulele to loan out at the meeting.

Information about the meetings and NUTS group is on the official web page: https://sites.google.com/view/northeastukesters/home

Check out the Music page for the upcoming month's playlist where you can download chord sheets, and review play-along videos.

NUTs Facebook group:
www.facebook.com/groups/nuts.uke.group/

This is a community event, held at the HVUUC campus. It is not an HVUUC event.

Email ukulele@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Second Sunday Potluck
Jun
8
12:00 PM12:00

Second Sunday Potluck

Whatcha' bringing to share at 2nd Sunday Potluck?  The next one is Sunday, June 8, right after church.

Bring a dish to share and join in the conversation. Please bring your dish to the kitchen between 10:30 and 11:00  Your dish will be kept warm until lunch at noon.

Email potlucks@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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General Assembly Info and Feedback Session
Jun
3
6:30 PM18:30

General Assembly Info and Feedback Session

We will have a Zoom meeting at 6:30pm on Tuesday June 3rd to learn about the voting agenda at this year's General Assembly (the annual meeting of the Unitarian Universalist Association). Your delegates will be present and will be ready to listen to your feedback so that they can represent you.

Please use this zoom link to attend:

https://zoom.us/j/99453195963?pwd=8GqP5gMLkb0iU3WXQqgeRTHVkdPpQG.1

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Multipurpose/Music Room Clean Out
Jun
1
12:10 PM12:10

Multipurpose/Music Room Clean Out

We are setting up the Music Room so that it can also be used as a respite room during our Sunday Services if they have a screaming baby, a toddler that won't settle down, or simply for an adult that is having sensory overload.

This is an optional tool that many church's have to provide additional hospitality for anyone who needs it. With a glass wall directed at the pulpit, and a speaker to bring in the sound, we are hoping that this resource will be helpful for growing families.

On June 1st after church, Rev. Tiffany and the music team will be arranging the space so that it can serve this purpose while continuing to provide storage and practice space for our music program every other time besides the 11-noon hour.

If you would like to help out, just show up after church on the 1st! You can email Rev. Tiffany at minister@hvuuc.org if you have any questions or if you would like to help.

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Clinch Mountain Fossil Trip
Jun
1
12:00 PM12:00

Clinch Mountain Fossil Trip

We will meet at the church at noon, drive 1hr 15 min to the mountain, have lunch, visit excellent fossil sites, and come back by 6pm.

We will be visiting several excellent fossil sites that represent a wide range of time. We will meet at the church at noon, drive up to Clinch Mountain Bakery and Restaurant for lunch (1 hr 15 min drive), view the sites, then arrive back at the church by 6pm. The trip should take a total of six hours. We will be carpooling, so prepare for that, and you might be the driver, depending on how many people come!

Wear outdoor shoes and clothing and sunscreen. No hiking is going to happen, so all ages can take part in this. Ages 8-80.

If rain is forecasted, we will cancel and reschedule.

The admission fee is a donation to the church of your choosing and money for lunch.

Please RSVP with Michael Jones as soon as possible by emailing clinchmountain@hvuuc.org

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Ukulele Jam
May
31
10:00 AM10:00

Ukulele Jam

The 2nd May NUTs community ukulele group meeting is May 31st at 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Bryan K. is your host)


All ukulele enthusiasts of any level are welcome to attend. Are you curious or just want to sing along for now? Join us. We might even have an extra ukulele to loan out at the meeting.

Information about the meetings and NUTS group is on the official web page: https://sites.google.com/view/northeastukesters/home

Check out the Music page for the upcoming month's playlist where you can download chord sheets, and review play-along videos.

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Women's Retreat
May
30
to Jun 1

Women's Retreat

MORE DETAILS TO COME!!!

PROPOSED HVUUC WOMEN’S RETREAT
FRIDAY- SUNDAY, MAY 30-JUNE 1, 2025

THEME:
Radical Joy in Hard Times

PLACE:
The Peace Pentagon (www.peacepentagon.net)
88 Oracle Way, Independence, VA

We will have access to the entire campus which includes New River frontage, a babbling creek for water ceremony, turtle labyrinth, medicine wheel and peace pole as well as the picnic pavilion, bathhouse and, of course, the Peace Pentagon chapel.

CONVENER:
Rev. Becky Suzik, UU Peace Fellowship (https://uupf.org) Raleigh, NC;
Rev. Becky’s personal charity: www.joyfuel.org


The purpose of our gathering is to persist in bringing the frequency of JOY into our lives as we face difficult times. The greatest antidote to fear and separation is community, heart resonance and kindling JOY. And, yes, better together!

This gathering is flexible. Come Friday evening for a bonfire, drumming and stay on campus – rates ranging from $25/night camping to $100 for a private King bed and bath. Another option it to rent the whole house and share costs. Plus taxes.

OR – come for just Saturday.. arrive at 10 for a full day of JOY immersion.

PLANNING:
Are you interested in planning the details for the gathering? For example, food committee, leading a JOY activity, other?

REGISTRATION:
Fee: By Donation – No One Will be Turned Away;

INTERESTED? – More details as they are developed.

Email Noel:  VP@hvuuc.org

Register here: http://www.tinyurl.com/hvuucwomen

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Wednesday Night Supper
May
28
6:00 PM18:00

Wednesday Night Supper

Last Wednesday Night Supper until fall! Join us for food, friends and fellowship. 6-8pm.

Cost:

  • $8.00 each

  • $15 for two

  • $5 for kids under 12


Sign up by emailing WNS@HVUUC.org or on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall. (Not on F/B) Deadline to sign is Sunday, May25 at noon.

Eat and laugh together. Cash in the box as you walk in.
We love it when you can stay to help clear and clean up afterwards.
Don't forget to sign up by the Sunday beforehand so we know how many to shop for.

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Game Night
May
23
6:30 PM18:30

Game Night

Game nights are the 2nd and 4th Fridays, 6:30 p.m.

We play board games and card games in the spirit of inclusion and fun. We always teach the rules to the games, so you don’t need to know anything in advance. If you are curious about it, just show up ready to have some fun. If you want to bring a game that you love (and can teach to others), please do!

Snacks (not mandatory) and all of board-game-playing age are welcome.

Email gamegroup@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Youth Group
May
18
4:00 PM16:00

Youth Group

The HVUUC Youth Group (grades 6-12) will hold their monthly meeting on Sunday, May 18, from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm in the REZ. Please join us for the final session of the UUA Common Read.

Additionally, Rev. Tiffany will be hosting a meeting for parents and guardians, at the same time, to further engage with the book.

Please reach out to Justin Ridley, DRE, with any questions. dre@hvuuc.org

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Ukulele Group
May
13
7:00 PM19:00

Ukulele Group

All ukulele enthusiasts of any level are welcome to attend. Are you curious or just want to sing along for now? Join us. We might even have an extra ukulele to loan out at the meeting.

Information about the meetings and NUTS group is on the official web page: https://sites.google.com/view/northeastukesters/home

Check out the MUSIC page for the upcoming month's playlist where you can download chord sheets, and review play-along videos.

the NUTs Facebook group:
www.facebook.com/groups/nuts.uke.group/

This is a community event, held at the HVUUC campus. It is not an HVUUC event.

Email ukulele@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Second Sunday Potluck
May
11
12:00 PM12:00

Second Sunday Potluck

2nd Sunday Potluck is right around the corner!  May 11 after the service.

Bring a dish to share for our monthly Potluck Luncheon on Sunday, May 11.  You may bring your dish to the kitchen between 10:30 and 11:00.  We can keep your food warm, but we cannot cook anything from scratch.  Looking forward to celebrating together.

Email potlucks@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Special Combined RE for Peace Pole Installation
May
11
9:30 AM09:30

Special Combined RE for Peace Pole Installation

HVUUC will be hosting a combined Religious Education time to prepare our new Peace Pole on Sunday, May 11, at 9:30.


This Sunday, May 11, all kids, youth, and adults are invited to meet on the back deck of the church to help prepare our Peace Pole that will be installed this Sunday. We will learn about the history and process of the Peace Pole, participate in a flag ceremony, and then fill out peace cards that will be placed inside our Peace Pole before it is installed. This is a combined RE event, K-12, plus adults! Please join us at 9:30 on the back deck. For additional information about the Peace Pole and flag ceremony, please visit the following sites:

Peace Pole Information: https://www.worldpeace.org/peacepoleproject/

Flag Ceremony: https://www.worldpeace.org/flagceremony/

For questions please reach out to our DRE, Justin Ridley, dre@hvuuc.org

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Photo Archiving Event
May
10
10:00 AM10:00

Photo Archiving Event

We have tons of old photos we'd like to label and digitize, but the problem is a lot of us don't know who are in the photos, when the photos were taken, and what events were going on in the photos. So we need some help from our church elders!

If you've been a part of the church for 20+ years, your experience is required on May 10th from 10AM-1PM in the Fred Ball Room. You all can look at old photos and reminisce while the Archiving Task Force writes down your observations.

Email history@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Game Night
May
9
6:30 PM18:30

Game Night

Game nights are the 2nd and 4th Fridays, 6:30 p.m.

We play board games and card games in the spirit of inclusion and fun. We always teach the rules to the games, so you don’t need to know anything in advance. If you are curious about it, just show up ready to have some fun. If you want to bring a game that you love (and can teach to others), please do!

Snacks (not mandatory) and all of board-game-playing age are welcome.

Email gamegroup@hvuuc.org with any questions.

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Beltane Ritual
May
4
6:00 PM18:00

Beltane Ritual

CUUPS will hold a Beltane ritual on May 4th at 6 pm.  Ritual will be followed by a potluck dinner.
All are welcome.

We’ve reached the midpoint between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice. We will give thanks for the fertility of our land and the ability of the Earth to renew herself. We revel in the new growth of the season. Celebrate with us in ritual followed by feasting and merriment.

Wishing everyone an enchanted Beltane.

What to expect:

Ritual lead by CUUPS members. You may chose to participate or sit and enjoy the ritual. Unable to attend, no worries. We will hold space for you.

Everyone is welcome to attend. The event will be from 6pm till 8pm at HVUUC. Please bring a covered dish or snack for potluck.

Questions or concerns, please email cuups@hvuuc.org.

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