Poetry Sharing Circle
2025-12-14 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-01-11 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-02-08 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-03-08 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-04-12 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-05-10 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-06-14 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-07-12 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) and 6 more dates | Chapel
Have you ever stumbled upon a poem — whether found in a book, heard in passing, or written yourself — that felt too meaningful to keep to yourself? Our Poetry Sharing Circle is a gentle, welcoming hour created just for that.
This is not a workshop, class, or writers’ critique group. Instead, it’s a simple in-person gathering where we come together to share poems that move us, comfort us, surprise us, or make us think. Bring a poem you love and a few words about why it speaks to you — or simply come to listen and enjoy the company of others who appreciate the magic of poetry.
No pressure … no preparation … no expectations.
Just people, poems, and a peaceful moment in community.

Third Thursday Book Group - Christmas and Book Selections Party
2025-12-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Offsite
The Third Thursday Book Group is having a Christmas and Book Selection party! We will meet at the home of Lucy Christopher, 7001 N. Westgate Place. Bring a wrapped used book for our book exchange and if you wish one or two suggestions for next year’s book group reading list.
RSVP to Lucy Christopher at bschrissy@msn.com.
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Got questions? Or want the book group reading list and schedule? Contact Jan Wingenroth at Jan_dennis@msn.com.

Yuletide Rhythms: An Evening of Music, Cheer, and Community
2025-12-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Friendship Hall
As the winter nights draw near and the season’s sparkle fills the air, we invite you to gather with us for Yuletide Rhythms, a joyful evening of holiday music, dancing, and community. Whether you arrive in your most outrageous, ugly sweater or shine in glitter and pearls, this celebration promises warmth, laughter, and festive fun.
Enjoy live holiday music. Together they will fill the sanctuary with seasonal favorites and lively tunes perfect for listening, dancing, and celebrating the spirit of the season.
Guests can look forward to holiday cheer in abundance—snacks, wine, beer, and egg nog will all be available. Wine and beer will be offered for a suggested donation of $5.00.
Tickets: $15.00 each/2 for $25.00
Share the warmth of community, savor the music, and enjoy a festive evening UU-style. Children are welcome for free.
Help Needed

Ticket Sales – before the event and at the door, or serving wine and beer
Set-Up Crew – decorating and preparing the space on Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 10 AM
Clean-Up Crew – helping restore the sanctuary afterward

If you’re able to help in any of these areas, please contact Nancy Avery at NancyTavery@comcast.net or 509-385-1344. Your support makes events like this possible—and magical.

Third Thursday Book Group at Lucy Christopher’s Home
2026-01-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Offsite
The book group will be discussing Havoc by Christopher Bollend. Love it or hate it Havoc is sure to provoke a lively discussion.

It’s important to let Lucy know you plan to attend, so RSVP to bschrissy@msn.com. Our emergency snow plan is to meet at Indian Trail Library.
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Hearts & Soles Valentine's Dance
2026-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Friendship Hall
Celebrate love, friendship, and community with us at Hearts & Soles: A Valentine’s Day Dance! Whether you come with a partner, a friend, or on your own, this evening is for everyone who enjoys music, movement, and good company. Dress up, dress down, or come as you are — just bring your enthusiasm and your dancing shoes. We look forward to sharing this festive and heart-warming evening with you!
Enjoy an evening of dancing, tasty snacks and a sweet chocolate fountain. Wine and beer will be available for a suggested $5.00 donation. Music for the evening will be brought to you by our very own DJ, Susan Tyler Babkirk, keeping the dance floor lively all night long.
Tickets will be on sale after church on January 25 and February 1, or you may purchase tickets at the door. Ticket prices are $15.00 for one or $25.00 for two.
Volunteers Needed:  We could use help with ticket sales, set-up on Friday, and clean-up after the dance. Even a short time makes a big difference! Contact Nancy Avery at Nancytavery@comcast.net if you’re able to help.

Third Thursday Book Group - Abundance
2026-02-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Offsite
In February, we will be discussing Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson.
This should be a lively discussion! Lots of copies are available from the library. New readers are always welcome to join our group.
Please RSVP to Jan WIngeroth at jan_dennis@msn.com. It’s helpful to know how many are coming. There is always a chance of a weather update.
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Third Thursday Book Group - The Improbable Victoria Woodhull
2026-03-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Offsite
Our March book is The Improbable Victoria Woodhull: Suffrage, Free Love, and the First Woman to Run for President by Eden Collingsworth. We will meet at the Rockwood South Hill Community Center. Take me to a map of the location. Contact Judy Gammon for directions.

Read ahead for April
We will be reading Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf.

Third Thursday Book Group - Mrs. Dalloway
2026-04-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Offsite
We will meet at the home of Susan Gray, 2518 W Grace. Please RSVP to Susan at wesgray@earthlink.com so she will know how many of us to prepare for.
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Read Ahead our May book selection is: The Optimist Daughter by Eudora Welty.

Third Thursday Book Group - The Optimist's Daughter
2026-05-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Offsite

Third Thursday Book Group
2026-06-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-11-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-12-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2027-01-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Offsite
