Philosophy Discussion Group

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, February 28th from 10:00 am until 12 noon.  Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about knowledge, truth, reality, reason, ethics, and government. NO prior knowledge of philosophy is needed to participate. We are currently reading The Soul of America – A … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group

On Repentance and Repair Class (please register ahead)

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

Tom Comparin, Rev. Wendy and Rev. Lynn will facilitate a three-session class on this year’s UUA Common Read, On Repentance and Repair by Danya Ruttenberg. It invites readers to explore practices for accountability that can bring us into wholeness and really make a difference in our personal, community, and national relationships. Participants are encouraged to … Continue reading On Repentance and Repair Class (please register ahead)

Walk the Albany Pine Bush and learn its geologic history

Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center 195 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY, United States

The UUSS Green Sanctuary Team is offering a walk in the Albany Pine Bush on Saturday, March 2. We will depart from the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center at 195 New Karner Rd. in Albany at 1:30 for the walk. The trails are well marked and graded. George Shaw will offer information on the formation … Continue reading Walk the Albany Pine Bush and learn its geologic history

How Does She Do It All? The Story of Aneesa Waheed & Tara Kitchen

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

The Daytime Alliance invites everyone to enjoy a special lunch buffet of Moroccan food from Tara Kitchen in the UUSS Dining Room on Thursday, March 7 at noon -- and to learn how Tara Kitchen founder Aneesa Waheed has built a franchise of six restaurants on two continents and accomplished so much in such a … Continue reading How Does She Do It All? The Story of Aneesa Waheed & Tara Kitchen

Parenting Circle

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

Are you on that wild ride called parenting? Come to a Parenting Circle in the Fireplace Room on Friday, March 8, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. to get some support. Childcare and pizza and a movie in the Emerson Room will keep your kiddos busy while you have a frank conversation about the highs, lows, and in-betweens … Continue reading Parenting Circle

Philosophy Group Discussion (Online)

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesdays, from 10:00 am until 12 noon. Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about - knowledge, truth, reality, reason, ethics, and government. NO prior knowledge of philosophy is needed to participate. To obtain a list of books we have read, have questions, or get on our contact … Continue reading Philosophy Group Discussion (Online)

Potluck & Game Night

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

Reconnect with old friends and meet new ones on Friday 3/22/24 in the UUSS Dining Room. We'll begin the Potluck portion of the evening at 5:30 pm in order to be welcoming to those with early bedtimes, but we'll keep the food hot and folks can enjoy chatting around the dinner tables until about 7 … Continue reading Potluck & Game Night

BIPOC Book Group Discussion

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For Women's History Month, join us for a common read and book discussion on Memphis (2022) by poet and former attorney Tara Stringfellow. Memphis follows three matrilineal generations of African American women. Share your thoughts with us as we discuss the book on March 25, at 6 pm, on Zoom. As one of the learning opportunities provided by the Anti-Racism … Continue reading BIPOC Book Group Discussion

Philosophy Discussion Group

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, March 27th from 10:00 am until 12 noon.  Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about knowledge, truth, reality, reason, ethics, and government. NO prior knowledge of philosophy is needed to participate. To obtain a list of books we have read, have … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group

More Than a Century: The Challenges to Achieve An Equal Rights Amendment (EBWA Program)

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

March 28, 6:45-9:00 pm, in the church dining room Speaker: Andrea Foroughi, Associate Professor and Chair, History Dept., Union College Please note: We will return to in-person meetings on March 28! Professor Andrea Foroughi will speak about the long struggle to secure equal rights for women in the U.S., starting with the push for women's rights in … Continue reading More Than a Century: The Challenges to Achieve An Equal Rights Amendment (EBWA Program)