This Month (& beyond!) at UUFA
November Highlights
Check the uuathensga.org/upcoming-uufa-events online calendar and uuathensga.org/news page for updates.
Enhanced Paintings from Photos Exhibit by Lori Hammer continues through December in the Claire and Robert Clements Gallery!
Pink Pony Prom
Athens Pride and Queer Collective invites you to enjoy this year’s Queer Prom! The November 2 Pink Pony Prom at the 40 Watt Club from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. will feature dancing, music, and a photo booth. Learn more and purchase $12 tickets at athenspride.org/events
Capital Campaign to Burst the Balloon Loan and Raise the Roof.
Please make a pledge before November 3 by filling out a pledge card, going to uuathensga.org/capital, or logging into Realm (>giving >pledge). The amount you pledge can be paid in installments or as a lump sum between now and June 30, 2025. For campaign details visit uuathensga.org/capital
Post Election Day Vigil
Join Rev. Pippin, Music Director Amber, and the UUFA Choir for a vigil in the sanctuary on November 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. to light candles, sing, and hear special readings as we hold space for uncertainty amid the election. Childcare will be available.
“Say Cheers to 50 Years”
All are invited to the “Say Cheers to 50 Years” as we celebrate the golden wedding anniversary of Myrna Adams West and Herb West at UUFA on Saturday, November 9, from 3 to 5 p.m. In lieu of gifts, please donate to Capital Campaign 2024. (Go to onrealm.org/UUFA/give/capital)
Nov. 10 – Annual Bulb Service
Learn the Art of Pie Making
Pie season is almost here! Young adults are invited to meet at the fellowship at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, for an interactive lesson in pie making. Please rsvp with Meredyth at yya@uuathensga.org to secure your spot!
All Congregation Simple Supper
All are welcome to our Simple Supper November 13, 6 to 7 p.m.
Youth Summit
Middle and high school youth will gather November 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more and register, contact Kahla at DRE@uuathensga.org.
UUFA Celebrates 70th Year & the arrival of Fall!
Join the celebration November 17 during the Sunday service and hear “Hope is Not Enough – Show Up,” Lea Morris’s new piece written for the Fellowship. The rescheduled Fall Festival will follow the service. Watch for details.
DEI Dinner and Dialogue
The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement‘s rescheduled DEI Dinner and Dialogue is set or November 21 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Encaptivating Events, 1059 Baxter Street Suite C. Tickets from the previously canceled event will be honored. The evening is designed to open up lines of communication, providing a safe space for networking with a diverse group of individuals. For details, visit aadmovement.org/events
Let’s Get Together in November!
Virtual Only – V Multi-platform – MP
All are welcome at these UUFA meetings and events!
Sunday Mornings
Sunday Services, 10:30 a.m. – MP
Nov. 10 — Annual Bulb Service.
Sundays following the worship services, Community and Conversation, 11:30 a.m. – MP
Exploring
Children, YUU and COA (youth Coming of Age) are meeting on November 3, 10, and 17 to participate in 10:30 a.m. religious exploration. The All Ages service is November 24.
November 16, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Youth Summit (middle/high school — registration required)
✻ For Children– Contact Dir. of Religious Exploration Kahla (DRE@uuathensga.org) to receive updates.
✻ For Young Adults – Contact Coordinator Meredyth (YYA@uuathensga.org) to receive updates.
November 16, 1 – 3 p.m. – Join fellow young adults to learn the art of pie making.
✻ For Adults
Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. – Morning Meditation V
November 3, 9 a.m. – Writing as a Spiritual Practice MP WSP explores UUFA’s monthly worship theme through various written genres on first Sundays onsite in the Heritage Room and virtually. Facilitator Myrna Adams West provides prompts for thinking and/or writing about the theme before the session. Contact Myrna to receive the suggested prompts and the link to join virtually. Please attend even if you have written nothing. The group offers a safe space for sharing written and spoken thoughts.
November 3 & 17, 12:30 p.m. – Historical Jesus Book Discussion Do you want to learn more about the historical Jesus? Based on historical research, much is now known about his life and his teachings and how they fit into the context of his time. In this group we read and discuss various perspectives by scholars about the historical Jesus. We do not address Christian theological questions; those are matters of faith, not history.
November 10, 1 p.m. – Book Talks V is an informal group that meets the second Sunday of the month to discuss books selected by the members. While reading the monthly selection ahead of time is desirable, don’t stay away if you haven’t finished the book or haven’t read it at all. Your comments are always welcomed. To join Book Talks virtually, regular attendees are encouraged to join the group on Realm/Connect to ensure access to the link, or contact the office (UUFA@uuathensga.org or 706-546-7914, ext. 5). The November selection is Player Piano by Kurt Vonnegut
November 12, 12 p.m. – The Second Lookers group centers on folx who are older members of the Fellowship who have retired from jobs but most certainly not from life. All are welcome at this monthly meeting. This year’s coordinators are Pat Adams and Martha Phillips. For more on Second Lookers, email secondlookers@UUAthensGA.org. MP
November 17, 2 p.m. – Goddess Group MP meets third Sundays. The group is a circle of persons who identify as female that gathers monthly to study “Thealogy,” the feminine aspect of the Divine. The group uses curricula designed by the UU Women’s Federation and other women-centered organizations and individuals to explore their inner goddess. They engage in ritual, conversation, sharing, and caring as a ministry to each other and others within the greater community. Contact the facilitators at goddess@uuathensga.org for more information and specifics about the gatherings and other activities.
✻ For Everyone
November 5, 6:30 p.m. – WACT (Worship Arts and Celebrations Team) V
November 19, 7 p.m. – UUFA Board meeting. Check with the Board secretary (secretary@uuathensga.org) to be put on the agenda if you would like to speak at the meeting.
Making Music
Questions? Contact Music Director Amber Fetner at MD@uuathensga.org.
✻ For Everyone
Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. – Palms of Fire Drum Circle, under the guidance of Amber, focuses on West African drumming although other musical traditions and instruments are also explored. All are welcome! No prior drumming experience is necessary, and you don’t even need to bring a drum.
Wednesdays, 7 p.m. – Chalice Choir in the Sanctuary. We sing many different kinds of music and welcome all singers. If you’re thinking about trying it out, please email Amber (md@uuathensga.org).
Fun and Fellowship
✻ For Everyone
November 13, 6 – 7 p.m. – Simple Supper (all are welcome potluck)
Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. – Community Potluck Enjoy social time followed by a potluck dinner. Please bring enough food to share.
✻ For Adults
Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m. – Coffee Hour Two groups usually meet off site. Want to meet up? Contact uufa@uuathensga.org to learn the locations.
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – Tai Chi Flow Class V No class on Nov. 14
November 10, 11:30 a.m. – Getting to Know UUFA Newcomers are welcome after the service in the AWE Room.
November 24, 7 p.m. – Alphabet Family V This group for folx who identify anywhere on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum gathers virtually on fourth Sundays.
Seeking Justice
Need more info? Visit uuathensga.org/justice or contact Justice@uuathensga.org.
November 3, 12 p.m. – Social Justice Action Team MP
