Books that the Philosophy Group has 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 and discuss. To obtain a list of books we have read, have questions, or get on our contact list, please email Gabrielle Reals … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group
Join UU Schenectady member and mindfulness Buddhist practitioner, Tamara Geveci, for five sessions of shared in-person meditation and mindfulness practice. All are welcome for any or all of the Spring sessions in the Emerson Room (or maybe outside if the weather allows). This will be a time of connection through guided meditative and mindfulness practice, as well as quiet, reflective meditation.
On Saturday, June 3rd, picnic with us and then take an hour walk, led by resident geologist George Shaw, on gravel or paved paths to view the stream and springs at Saratoga Springs State Park. Bring your own lunch and water bottle, with optional fruit and/or cookies to share. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen and insect repellent … Continue reading Green Sanctuary Outing – a geology walk at Saratoga Spa State Park
This Sunday, join the Coffee, Crullers and Conversation group in the Fireplace Room at 9:30 to hear a presentation by Portia Zwicker,, from Capital District Zero Waste. Come for the coffee. Come for the sugar donuts. Increase your waist and reduce your waste at the same time.
Join UUSS for the annual flower service (sometimes called flower communion), a uniquely UU tradition begun one hundred years ago by the Rev. Norbert Čapek in Czechoslovakia. Bring a flower of any kind, and you'll bring home one from someone else.
The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, June 7th, beginning at 10:00 AM until 12 noon. We will continue our discussion of the new book: s THE FLAG +THE CROSS, White Christian Nationalism and the Threat to American Democracy, Philip S. Gorski and Samuel L. Perry Chapter 2, pages 46 - 75, “The Spirit of 1690”, Facilitated by … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group
Following a special worship service that bridges the past, present and future, stay for a celebration and make-your-own-Sundae! Details TBA
The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, June 14th, beginning at 10:00 AM until 12 noon. We will continue our discussion of the new book: THE FLAG +THE CROSS, White Christian Nationalism and the Threat to American Democracy, by Philip S. Gorski and Samuel L. Perry. We will focus on Chapter 3, pages 76 - 102, “Freedom, … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group
All are welcome as we gather to remember and honor the life of UUSS member Dr. Jack Underwood, who died in April at the age of 95. Jack was a loving husband and father who had a private psychiatry practice, was active in the community, and enjoyed tennis and skiing. The service will be held … Continue reading Celebration of Life for Jack Underwood
Join EBWA (Evening Branch of the Women's Alliance) on June 15th at 5 pm for a tour of the Central Park Rose Garden. Our tour will be led by Matt Cuevas, the President of the Rose Garden Restoration Committee. There are three hundred varieties of roses and over four thousand bushes in the garden. The … Continue reading Schenectady’s Award-Winning Rose Garden (EBWA’s June program)
