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Connecting to the Earth and Yourself Through Composting Monday, April 29 & May 6 or Saturday, May 4 & June 1

Helping organic materials to breakdown through composting can be a meaningful way to connect to the earth. Exploring ways to compost that resonate with who we are can be a joyful and fulfilling adventure. This two-session journey will provide basic composting information for all composters as well as advanced tips and trouble-shooting. There will be … Continue reading Connecting to the Earth and Yourself Through Composting Monday, April 29 & May 6 or Saturday, May 4 & June 1

Connecting to the Earth and Yourself Through Composting Monday, April 29 & May 6 or Saturday, May 4 & June 1

Helping organic materials to breakdown through composting can be a meaningful way to connect to the earth. Exploring ways to compost that resonate with who we are can be a joyful and fulfilling adventure. This two-session journey will provide basic composting information for all composters as well as advanced tips and trouble-shooting. There will be … Continue reading Connecting to the Earth and Yourself Through Composting Monday, April 29 & May 6 or Saturday, May 4 & June 1

Bike to Church on Behalf of the Green Sanctuary Team

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

On Sunday, May 12, join the growing number of people who are reducing their carbon footprint by relying less on their cars. Plus it's fun! Call Vicki Michela if you'd like more information or if you're interested in an informal bike ride after the service. Email vickimichela@gmail.com.

Join Green Sanctuary at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park – June 1st

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park 80 Scout Rd, Gansevoort, NY, United States

You're invited to Celebrate the Earth as we Spring into Summer on Saturday, June 1st. Bring a Potluck dish to share, your own place setting, sun protection, insect repellent, and walking shoes! Wilton's restoration of the pine barrens provides ideal habitat for Karner Blue butterflies, native lupines, pink lady's slippers and other woodland plants. Location: … Continue reading Join Green Sanctuary at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park – June 1st

Followup to Green Sanctuary Book Discussion – June 9th

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

To follow up on our discussion of UUA Common Read, Justice on Earth, Green Sanctuary will meet from 12:15-1:15pm on June 9th in the Emerson Room. Please bring your ideas for summer and fall activities.  Nancy Peterson at  gs.uuss@gmail.com.

Green Sanctuary Locavore Lunch – September 29th!

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Celebrate the local harvest after the service on Sunday, September 29, by attending the luncheon with pot luck desserts offered by Green Sanctuary. We will have soup, coleslaw, and accompaniments from mostly local ingredients. Please sign up at our table on Sunday to help with cleanup, setup and foods you may wish to bring. Thank … Continue reading Green Sanctuary Locavore Lunch – September 29th!

Renewable Energy Discussion – December 1st

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Green Sanctuary will be discussing options for having your household electricity provided by renewable energy sources. The discussion will be on Sunday, Dec. 1 from 12:15-1:15 pm in the Emerson Room. We will be comparing several community solar companies that can provide electricity from renewable sources. Typically these renewable energy options are less expensive than … Continue reading Renewable Energy Discussion – December 1st

Climate Leadership Discussion – January 12th

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Green Sanctuary presents a discussion of New York's new climate law Sunday, January 12, 12:00-1:30 in the Emerson Room.  Bob Cohen of NY Renews/Citizen Action will tell us about the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, just signed into law by Gov. Cuomo, followed by Q&A.  All are invited to come and learn more about … Continue reading Climate Leadership Discussion – January 12th

How Do You Save Energy?

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Green Sanctuary is sponsoring an idea exchange on how you personally save energy on Sunday, February 9th, 12:15-1:15pm in the Emerson Room. We will be collecting ideas and making a list of all the different methods individuals and families use to conserve energy and care for the earth in stewardship. If you have children, we … Continue reading How Do You Save Energy?

UU the Vote Film and Discussion

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Watch the film Suppressed: The Fight To Vote on YouTube  and/or stream the film Rigged: The Voter Suppression Playbook  on Amazon Prime at your convenience from your home during the week this week. On Saturday, March 21, at 4:30pm, join us for a Zoom discussion about voter suppression in our country. Join Zoom Meeting: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/158813449 Or dial +1 646 … Continue reading UU the Vote Film and Discussion