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SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages July 2024
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages\, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people\, meets the 4th Sunday of every month. Our next meeting is June 23 at 11:30 in the Baker Room. Join us! We socialize\, talk about the theme of the service\, plan activities and events\, and build community. All LGBTQ+ people welcome!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-july-2024-2/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T130000
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SUMMARY:From Awareness to Action: Countering Hate Through Education & Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:“From Awareness to Action: Countering Hate Through Education and Empowerment” An Educational Forum sponsored by the Interfaith Group Against Hate (IGAH) will be on Sunday\, July 21\, 2024\, from 1 PM to 3 PM at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church\, 8712 Quincy Avenue\, Cleveland. \n\n\n\nThe purpose of the Forum is to educate congregants about ways that hate manifests itself across and within society and what can be done locally across congregations and communities. The Ohio Democracy Project and members of the Education Committee will facilitate a formal presentation\, followed by a Question & Answer session and facilitated small group discussions. \n\n\n\nEach small group will develop their potential responses which will be shared with the whole group. These responses/actions can serve as topics for future educational activities\, resources\, and allied actions of support. \n\n\n\nPre-registration is required to assist with our Forum planning. Contact Rev. Randy if you are interested. \n\n\n\nEducation Forum FlyerDownload
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/from-awareness-to-action-countering-hate-through-education-empowerment/
CATEGORIES:Community,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T130000
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SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages June 2024
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages\, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people\, meets the 4th Sunday of every month. Our next meeting is June 23 at 11:30 in the Baker Room. Join us! We socialize\, talk about the theme of the service\, plan activities and events\, and build community. All LGBTQ+ people welcome!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-june-2024/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T163000
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SUMMARY:FACTOhio Distinguished Speaker - Sat. June 15\, 2024\, 3 pm
DESCRIPTION:“What Owls Know” Author\, Jennifer Ackerman\, is the next FACTOhio Distinguished Speaker – Saturday\, June 15\, 2024\, 3 pm\,  Zoom. Jennifer Ackerman illuminates the rich biology and natural history of owls and reveals remarkable new scientific discoveries about their brains and behavior. She joins scientists in the field and explores how researchers are using modern technology and tools to learn how owls communicate\, hunt\, court\, mate\, raise their young\, and move about from season to season.Zoom Link Registration.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/factohio-distinguished-speaker-sat-june-15-2024-3-pm/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240523T163324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T163325Z
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SUMMARY:UU's Together presents: "Human Trafficking and YOU"
DESCRIPTION:Human Trafficking Is among the top 3 criminal enterprises in the World Why Should You Care? \n\n\n\n The United States is among the world’s leading consumers of Trafficking and Ohio is among the top 4 States reporting incidents.  \n\n\n\nLearn What Human Trafficking is\, Who is involved\, and What YOU can do about it. UU’s Together present “Human Trafficking and YOU” via Zoom June 10\, 2024\,7-8:30PM  \n\n\n\nContact: Laurie at sunnyskies2023@yahoo.com  \n\n\n\nSpeaker Joan Clark is a Board Member of the Renee Jones Empowerment Center\, and Volunteer at the Center for 9+ years. She has been a member of West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church Social Action Committee\, Human Trafficking Focus\, for over 12 years. Ms Clark has done many presentations over the years to groups both large and small\, and of various ages.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/uus-together-presents-human-trafficking-and-you/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T093000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240509T182214Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Treats before Cleveland Pride!
DESCRIPTION:Come by for coffee and donuts in the UUCC parking lot starting at 9 am on Saturday\, June 1. The group will head to the Rapid at 9:30 am to line up for the March at Cleveland Pride. You don’t have to march to stop by for coffee and festivities and to wish the marchers well!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/coffee-treats-before-cleveland-pride/
CATEGORIES:Community,Justice,News,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240516T163030Z
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SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages\, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people\, meets the 4th Sunday of every month. Our next meeting is May 26 at 11:30 in the Baker Room. Join us! We socialize\, talk about the theme of the service\, plan activities and events\, and build community. All LGBTQ+ people welcome!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-may-2024/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240516T142653Z
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SUMMARY:UUCC Night at the Theatre!
DESCRIPTION:Join your UUCC friends at Ensemble Theatre for The Prospect of Equality\, the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Opening Night with Pay as you Can and scrumptious wine reception after on Friday\, May 24th at 7:30 pm.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/uucc-night-at-the-theatre/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T183000
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SUMMARY:The Surprising Malcolm X
DESCRIPTION:UUCC will show the PBS documentary\, “Malcolm X: Make It Plain” and serve as host to several other area congregations who are actively engaged in promoting anti-racist perspectives and practices. One of the most pivotal figures of our time\, while Malcolm X articulated the global struggle against racism with profound clarity\, he was also\, surprisingly to many\, the soul and vision of fundamental human rights. Transcending the conversation beyond civil rights\, he promoted and demanded the recognition of our common humanity and the inherent worthiness and dignity of everyone\, both locally and globally. \n\n\n\nCome\, be surprised\, and engage with others who are doing their part to create more just and caring communities within their congregations and in society at large. There will be a brief intermission (with light refreshments) followed by a half hour of table discussion ending by 6:30. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 3:30.  The FILM STARTS PROMPTLY AT 4:00.    Pre- registration is highly recommended at kgrochau@gmail.com \n\n\n\nSponsored by: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland; Community Church of Chesterland; Social Justice Ministry of Federated Church\, Chagrin Falls; and Racial Equity Buddies  
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/malcolm-x-film-at-uucc-may-18th-315-pm/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240427T154115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T155632Z
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SUMMARY:FaCT Distinguished Speaker: Mining & Environmental Hazards
DESCRIPTION:FaCT has a tremendous Distinguished Speaker event planned for Friday Evening\, May 17\, 2024\, 7 PM at West Shore UU Church in Rocky River. \n\n\n\nThey’ve known for 110 years but haven’t done a thing to stop it.  Mining oil and gas involves bringing toxic and radioactive materials to the surface endangering water\, wildlife\, and human health. \n\n\n\nCome and hear the complete dirty story that prize-winning journalist Justin Nobel has uncovered in all its ugly details.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/fact-distinguished-speaker-mining-environmental-hazards/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240419T203105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214017Z
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SUMMARY:Choosing Joy! DRUUMM Public Worship
DESCRIPTION:The Diverse and Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Multicultural Ministries is offering a public worship experience. Wednesday\, May 8th at 8 PM. Our congregation is a sponsor\, thanks to your contributions during a Sunday offering! They write: Our worship is grounded in the theme of Choosing Joy! Living with Intentionality and Purpose. Be with us as we explore sustaining joy amidst adversity\, inspired by Proverbs 17:22. A cheerful heart is good medicine\, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Discover how a joyful heart can be your sanctuary\, even when spirits are tested. A celebration of resilience\, purpose\, and the healing power of joy. Rev. Carol Thomas Cissell is our liturgist.Choosing Joy! DRUUMM Public WorshipRev. Ali K.C. Bell\, Guest PreacherSaunder Choi\, Director of MusicRev. Carol Thomas Cissel\, LiturgistWednesday\, May 8\, 20248:00 PM Eastern/5:00 PM PacificOPEN TO ALL: To register\, go to https://www.druumm.org/events. This worship will be offered as a Zoom and Livestream event.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/choosing-joy-druumm-public-worship/
CATEGORIES:Community,Justice,Music,News,Spirituality,UUA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240411T120138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214101Z
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SUMMARY:EgageGCC: Pretrial Justice Action
DESCRIPTION:GCC’s Pre-Trial Justice Team Action  May 7th at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church. \n\n\n\nThe 7pm action on May 7th will be in person and on Zoom. Turnout will be critically important. We want to send out a message of power to the community and its public officials! \n\n\n\nWhy are People in Jail Before Trial?Not for punishment because they have not been convicted. Most people are in jail before trial because:– They are too poor to pay bail.-They have mental health and/or addiction issues.-They were arrested for non-violent crimes. \n\n\n\nWhat’s wrong with jail before trial?-It violates the rule of law – the presumption of innocence and the constitution’s prohibition against excessive bail.-It harms individuals and their communities\, is costly\, and does not protect public safety. \n\n\n\nWhat are alternatives?-Providing pretrial services that:* Investigate and recommend alternatives to jail\, such as diversion and supervised release.* Ensure that people come to court for scheduled dates.* Help people to keep and/or get jobs\, housing\, families\, transportation\, and other resources.* Protect public safety because people are less likely to re-offend. \n\n\n\nWhy Should You Attend this Public Hearing?-You will hear how the pretrial process currently works in our County and learn research-based\, data-driven best practices for pretrial services and join other GCC and community members in publicly calling for a more just and effective pretrial system – to reduce jail before trial. You will learn how we can do better! Learn more here https://www.greaterclevelandcongregations.org/issues/pretrial-justice \n\n\n\nThank you!UUCC GCC Team
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/egagegcc-pretrial-justice-action/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T100000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20231217T234445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T012849Z
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SUMMARY:Learning to Hate Democracy: The Rise of Right-Wing Organizations
DESCRIPTION:In person or on Zoom  \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Matthew Lacombe\, Alexander P. Lamis Associate Professor in U.S. Politics\, CWRU. \n\n\n\nRight-wing\, MAGA-friendly “think tanks” such as the Claremont Institute\, the Heritage Foundation and the Cato Institute think equality is an unnatural state and democracy is for weaklings. Their influence can be seen in all aspects of national\, state\, and local government. \n\n\n\nIn Ohio\, the Buckeye Institute has been involved in many ultra-conservative initiatives such as promoting charter schools as a solution to high school drop-out rates. The Buckeye Institute is also an affiliate member of the State Policy Network (SPN). SPN is a web of right-wing think tanks and is the tip of the spear of far-right\, nationally funded policy agenda in the states that support extremists in the Republican Party.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the wave of right-wing think tanks? What can those who love democracy do to support our institutions?
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/learning-to-hate-democracy-the-rise-of-right-wing-organizations/
CATEGORIES:Forums,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240411T121128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214347Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of America's Indigenous People
DESCRIPTION:Join Native American descendant Robin Pease Saturday evening\, April 27 at 4 p.m. Forest Hill Church 3031 Monticello Blvd. Cleveland Heights we will celebrate the history\, culture\, and contributions of America’s Indigenous People. The doors will open at 4 pm and the program will begin at 4:30. To sign up\, email: racialequitybuddies@fhcpresb.org  \n\n\n\nThis is both an artistic and educational program. Robin Pease is the Artistic Director of www.KULTUREKIDS.org and proud descendant of Indigenous Americans. Robin\, with her rich theater background from the Boston Conservatory and Case Western Reserve University\, brings Native music\, stories\, and traditions to life in an immersive performance. This will not be just a viewing experience; it’s an invitation to engage actively\, culminating in a Q&A session that promises to deepen our collective understanding and connection to Indigenous culture. \n\n\n\nArguably\, Native Americans are the most marginalized group in the history of America. Here is a 30-second Facebook clip that declares “Everyday Indigenous Peoples Day” and sums up why events like this are important. https://www.facebook.com/thisisindiancountry/videos/1404938513365700
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/a-celebration-of-americas-indigenous-people/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240411T115225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214428Z
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SUMMARY:EngageGCC Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Next EngageGCC Is April 25!We’re building momentum around the May 7th Pretrial Justice Action. EngageGCC is an important platform for getting the word out. That means our April 25th EngageGCC takes on particular importance. \n\n\n\nWe will meet Thursday\, April 25th\, at 7pm  Lakewood Congregational Church\, 1375 W Clifton BoulevardLakewood OH \n\n\n\nNext Action: GCC’s Pre-Trial Justice Team is planning an action for May 7th at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church. \n\n\n\nThe 7pm action on May 7th will be in person and on Zoom.Turnout will be critically important. We want to send out a message of power to the community and its public officials! \n\n\n\nWhy are People in Jail Before Trial?Not for punishment because they have not been convicted. Most people are in jail before trial because:– They are too poor to pay bail.-They have mental health and/or addiction issues.-They were arrested for non-violent crimes. \n\n\n\nWhat’s wrong with jail before trial?-It violates the rule of law – the presumption of innocence and the constitution’s prohibition against excessive bail.-It harms individuals and their communities\, is costly\, and does not protect public safety. \n\n\n\nWhat are alternatives?-Providing pretrial services that:* Investigate and recommend alternatives to jail\, such as diversion and supervised release.* Ensure that people come to court for scheduled dates.* Help people to keep and/or get jobs\, housing\, families\, transportation\, and other resources.* Protect public safety because people are less likely to re-offend. \n\n\n\nWhy Should You Attend this Public Hearing?-You will hear how the pretrial process currently works in our County and learn research-based\, data-driven best practices for pretrial services and join other GCC and community members in publicly calling for a more just and effective pretrial system – to reduce jail before trial. You will learn how we can do better! Learn more here https://www.greaterclevelandcongregations.org/issues/pretrial-justice/; \n\n\n\nThank you!Your UUCC GCC Team
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/engagegcc-planning-meeting/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240411T094330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214758Z
UID:45031-1713812400-1713817800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Join UUs Together on Earth Day evening virtually
DESCRIPTION:Join UUs Together for our Earth Day (Monday April 22) evening 7-8:30pm virtually! We have 3 guests to help us care for Mother Earth in our yards/homes\, in our congregations\, and in our communities. Gary Davenport\, a UU from Youngstown\, will share pros and cons of No Mow May\, and information about native plants. Here is a link to one of his workshops so you can get your questions ready: https://www.facebook.com/events/1389912301647992/?ref_source  \n\n\n\nOur second guest is Nancy King Smith\, UUMFE member at UUCC. She will share information about our Through the Roof initiative\, which has gathered up local congregations to encourage members to conduct an energy audit of their home and followup with personalized recommendations.  \n\n\n\nOur third guest is Destinee Burse\, Executive Director of Community Life Collaborative. Among other items\, she will share information about their Tree of Life Initiative.  \n\n\n\nAs usual \, there will be time for Q and A. Join your fellow UUs from Southwest UU\, UUCC\, and West Shore UU. For the zoom link\, please email Laurie at sunnyskies2023@yahoo.com
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/join-uus-together-on-earth-day-evening-virtually/
CATEGORIES:Community,Justice,News
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240129T002840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T014958Z
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SUMMARY:Cross Racial Women's Social Trust Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Build Solidarity with women across race in an interactive 3 day workshop in April. \n\n\n\nThe Bridging\, Bonding\, and Building Women’s Social Trust RetreatProvided by Getting to We \n\n\n\nJoin in a transformative\, competency-building\, fun experience designed to enhance social trust as a foundational aspect of a strong coalition of women invested in gender solidarity to advance racial equity. Any woman identifying person may attend. This conference is based on the nuanced racial identity work of Dr. Deborah Plummer\, author of Some of My Friends Are.: The Daunting Challenges and Untapped Benefits of Cross-Racial Friendships and the play “to My White Friends Who Know Me” . \n\n\n\nWhen:We will begin on Thursday\, April 18th at 4PM ET and end on Saturday\, April 20th at 12:30PM ET4/18 4-7:30 PM includes dinner4/19 8 Am to 5 PM4/20 8 Am- 12:30 PM \n\n\n\nWhere:Sessions will take place at Corporate College East 4400 Richmond Road Cleveland\, OH 44128. Participants are responsible for their own lodging. Corporate College’s physical address is in Warrensville Heights\, OH yet it is closer to Orange Village and Orange Ohio. \n\n\n\nRegistration information  \n\n\n\nRegistration fee is $750 due by March 29\, 2024. \n\n\n\nEarly registration is $675 due by March 1\, 2024. \n\n\n\nDraft Agenda linkFrequently Asked Questions Link \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThey are seeking between 50 and 100 participants. Let’s show up!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/cross-racial-womens-social-trust-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240406T001636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T093320Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Restorative Justice for Cleveland: Movie and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:MOVIE NIGHT AND COMMUNITY DISCUSSIONJOIN US!Thursday\, April 11\, 6:00-8:30 pmDoors Open at 6:00 pm for Light Refreshments and PizzaFeaturing short video: “Why Do We Need Restorative Justice?” from Brave New FilmsFeaturing film: “Healing Justice” from World TrustCOLLINWOOD RESOURCE AND RECREATION CENTER16300 Lakeshore Blvd.Cleveland OH 44110Plenty of free adjacent parkingChild Care providedHosted by the Restorative Justice Working Groupwith support from the following Community Partners \n\n\n\nUUCC Racial Justice Leadership Team
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/exploring-restorative-justice-for-cleveland-movie-and-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240318T180532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T180535Z
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SUMMARY:UUs Together: Fair Wage Campaign OHIO!!  virtual meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join UUs Together virtually this month to learn about the Fair Wage campaign in Ohio. Haven’t heard of it? All the more reason to join us. This is a proposed constitutional amendment\, currently gathering signatures (the same process as the anti-gerrymanding/fair districts campaign). Learn about this movement to raise the minimum wage (note: if the minimum wage had kept pace with inflation and increased worker productivity since 1968\, it would be over $24 an hour)\, and abolish the tipped wage\, among other things.  \n\n\n\nWe will view a small portion of a very informative video\, and hear from Mariah Ross\, organizer for the Fair Wage campaign\, and Grace Heffernan\, Northeast Ohio Worker Center\, which partners with Collaborate Cleveland on the Pay Equity campaign. \n\n\n\nSee you on Monday March 25 from 7-8:30pm virtually!Bring your questions! \n\n\n\nTopic: UUs Together February meetingTime: Mar 25\, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86037193106?pwd=eTZkMUZHQXltSStabzhrdEY3blpmUT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 860 3719 3106Passcode: 757500
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/uus-together-fair-wage-campaign-ohio-virtual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
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SUMMARY:"Citizens not Politicians" Petition Signature Gathering Training
DESCRIPTION:GCC has committed to do our part in signature gathering for the proposed Ohio Constitutional Amendment to create a “Citizens not Politicians” method of re-districting by collecting 20\,000 signatures by mid May toward the statewide goal of 700\,000. \n\n\n\nYour UUCC GCC Core team has set a goal of gathering at least 400 signatures. One dozen of your fellow congregants have taken the training and signed out petition books. We have arranged for a convenient training for you after worship service on Sunday March 24 from 11:30-12:30 in rooms 106-108. \n\n\n\nThis will be our kick-off for our current Good Trouble campaign. Plan to attend the training\, sign out a petition book\, and collect signatures. We will have a list of public events you can collect signatures at\, or you can simply collect from neighbors\, friends\, and family. Each signature is as important as any other!! Help us meet our goal and create more justice in Ohio.Also:  All are invited to the next Engage GCC meeting which will be IN PERSON at Forest Hills Presbyterian Church on Monticello on Thursday March 21 from 7-8:30pm. Questions? Ask a Core Team member: Laurie Albright\, Bev Austin\, Pat Dillard\, Greg Nosan\, Brandon Ruud\, Bob Staib\, Mark Weber\, and Randy Partain.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/citizens-not-politicians-petition-signature-gathering-training/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240318T175014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T175148Z
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SUMMARY:Engage GCC: meeting in person
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to the next Engage GCC meeting which will be IN PERSONWhere:Forest Hills Presbyterian Church on Monticello3031 Monticello Blvd\, Cleveland Heights\, OH 44118 \n\n\n\nTime:7-8:30pm. \n\n\n\n Questions? Ask a Core Team member: Laurie Albright\, Bev Austin\, Pat Dillard\, Greg Nosan\, Brandon Ruud\, Bob Staib\, Mark Weber\, and Randy Partain. \n\n\n\nGreater Cleveland Congregations Read More
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/engage-gcc-meeting-in-person/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240213T222130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T222131Z
UID:31943-1708974000-1708979400@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:UUs Together features the Poor People's Campaign!
DESCRIPTION:UUs and the Poor People’s campaign have a long history of working together. Join us virtually to learn more. Bonus: you will meet UUs from 2 other local congregations- Southwest and West Shore!! \n\n\n\nThe Ohio Poor People’s Campaign is mobilizing for the Mass Poor People’s and Low-wage Workers’ State House Assemblies and To the Polls! Hundreds of Ohioans will converge at the Ohio State House in coordination with 30+ other state actions for the Poor People’s Campaign Mobilization on March 2\, 2024\, 10AM to noon. \n\n\n\nUUs Together has invited Ohio Poor People’s Campaign Tri-Chair David Guran to present at our next Zoom meeting on Monday February 26\, 2024\, 7-8:30pm. Dave will give an action overview and talk about how we can join or support the mass mobilization. Join us on Zoom. Email Laurie at sunnyskies2023@yahoo.com for the link.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/uus-together-features-the-poor-peoples-campaign/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240212T162310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T173048Z
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SUMMARY:Setting the Record Straight: Don't Believe the Hype — Hip Hop @ 50.
DESCRIPTION:Setting the Record Straight: Don’t Believe the Hype — Hip Hop @ 50. Read More about this programThe events are free. However you must register. Click on the link above for information on the two day program and the link to register found on the website and/or below for in-person or virtual.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe hybrid virtual and in-person conference will take place Friday\, February 23rd and Saturday\, February 24th from 10:00am to 2:30pm. \n\n\n\nThis two-day conference will examine the contemporary challenges African Americans face\, highlighting the obstacles that have been overcome while identifying those that remain. The conference will examine the contributions\, contradictions\, and complexities of Hip Hop at its 50th anniversary as it coalesces with the structural and institutional burdens of misinformation and distortions in America’s present-day social and political discourse. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join the Diversity Institute and member organizations of the Project 400 Collaborative for our fifth annual conference which is part of our ongoing calendar of activities. Participants will gain a unique opportunity to connect to the ongoing conversation about race as the foundation of systemic inequities and ways in which we might address them. \n\n\n\nIn person registration: https://levin.csuohio.edu/di/project-400-2024-conference-in-person-registration-form \n\n\n\nVirtual registration: https://csuohio.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3n-LlLc9TSOlTx-SLohjaw#/registration \n\n\n\nWhere and WhenDate: Friday\, February 23 and Saturday\, February 24\, 2024Time: 10:00am-2:30pm (Both Days)Location: Cleveland State University Student Center Ballroom\, 3rd Floor\, 2121 Euclid Avenue\, Cleveland\, OH 44115
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/setting-the-record-straight-dont-believe-the-hype-hip-hop-50/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240205T112605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T161026Z
UID:28731-1708455600-1708461000@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:GCC: Forum for the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Candidates
DESCRIPTION:GCC Next Action is On February 20th at 7pmHundreds of GCC leaders will host a forum for the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor candidates and the Juvenile Court Judge candidates. Part of the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Race\, this GCC Candidates Forum will be a huge opportunity for GCC to highlight the injustice of youth bindover to the adult justice system and how denying Cleveland’s youth the best representation available impacts their lives and the lives of their families. The action will require the candidates to react to our anger about this and other issues important to GCC. We are looking to pack the venue with our members to demonstrate our organizing power. \n\n\n\nWe need your help on February 20th Please sign up!The action will be hybrid with virtual options; in-person is highly preferred.The assembly will be held in person at:Antioch Baptist Church\,8869 Cedar AvenueCleveland.Please sign-up here for the February 20th live in-person action:Please register here if you plan on attending virtually: \n\n\n\nIf attending\, please inform your GCC core team when you register\, either in person in Fellowship Hall at coffee hour\, or by emailing Laurie Albright at sunnyskies2023@yahoo.com. \n\n\n\nThank you!UUCC GCC team
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/gcc-forum-for-the-cuyahoga-county-prosecutor-candidates/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T124500
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240201T003757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T003758Z
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SUMMARY:Film Discussion: Origin
DESCRIPTION:Film Discussion at UUC:sponsored by the UUCC Racial Justice Leadership TeamSunday\, Feb 18\, 11:45-12:45 PM  Room 106 If people want to participate by Zoom\, they can email Suzanne at classaware@gmail.com   \n\n\n\nThe film “Origin” is both heartfelt and instructive about how caste systems have operated in the US\, Germany\, and India. It is a biographical film of the author Isabel Wilkerson’s process in researching and writing the book while coping with loss of loved ones in her life. \n\n\n\nIf you have not seen the film you  are welcome to attend as we will be discussing the concept of caste in general.  
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/film-discussion-origin/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T114500
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240213T224533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T021524Z
UID:31964-1708255800-1708256700@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Side with Love T-shirts available
DESCRIPTION:Side with Love T-shirts: There are 3 extra-large and 3 small t-shirts left for sale at $15 a shirt or for free.  A congregant has offered to pay for any who cannot afford to buy them.  Come to room 106 between 11:30 and 11:45 to get your t-shirts on February 18 after service if interested. \n\n\n\nHelp wanted: Suzanne Zilber is wondering if anyone else wants to take over selling the Congregational “Side with Love” T-shirts twice a year.  She can provide all the materials and methods.  classaware@gmail.com.  
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/side-with-love-t-shirts-available/
CATEGORIES:Community,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240122T152806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T173021Z
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SUMMARY:FaCT Distinguished Speaker: “Confronting Climate Change in the Great Lakes Region"
DESCRIPTION:A Watch Party at UUCC  is scheduled at 3 PM in room 106 and 108.  Join us to watch this zoom presentation live and engage in a lively conversation afterward.  Popcorn will be provided\, bring something to drink and if you wish a snack to share. \n\n\n\nOr Register here and view the talk at home.  \n\n\n\nDONALD J. WUEBBLES \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 10 at 3 PM ETZoom PresentationRegister for Zoom Link  Here  \n\n\n\nDr. Wuebbles was a Coordinating Lead Author on several international climate assessments led by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) that resulted in IPCC being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007. He led an assessment on the impacts of climate change on the Great Lakes that was published in March 2019 and co-led a special assessment of the impacts of climate change on the state of Illinois published in May 2021. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll participants in this Zoom event will be eligible to be a winner in our Book Drawing for at least two winners.  This time you will have your choice of books\, all relating to climate change and the environment in general \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDo you enjoy the Distinguished speaker Series?Help FaCT to keep bringing you outstanding Distinguished Speakers.Consider donating to FaCT \n\n\n\nFaCT’s ANNUAL CAMPAIGN: Donate Here \n\n\n\nWho is FaCT?  Faith Communities Together for a Sustainable FutureCheckout out their new Website  factsustain.orgAbout FaCTWe believe In the moral imperative of addressing climate change – engaging Faith Communities and people of conscience in the interconnectedness and sacredness of the natural world and one another.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/fact-distinguished-speaker-confronting-climate-change-in-the-great-lakes-region/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240104T025528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T163638Z
UID:20425-1707469200-1707498000@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Creating Human Solidarity Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Both sessions of the Creating Human Solidarity Workshop have been canceled (2/9 at UUCC and 2/10 at West Shore). The Soul Focused Group will be processing refunds for everyone who registered.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/creating-human-solidarity-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240124T183818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T183819Z
UID:24064-1707046200-1707049800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:UUCC "Side with Love" T-shirts For Sale
DESCRIPTION:We wear the yellow Side with Love t-shirts that have our congregational logo on the back to rallies and actions. If you missed pre-ordering a t-shirt\, there are extras in various sizes for sale now at $15 a peice. Find Suzanne Zilber in the Fellowship Hall after services to buy your shirt. January 28th and February 4th.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/uucc-side-with-love-t-shirts-for-sale-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T142622
CREATED:20240116T002200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T015409Z
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SUMMARY:GCC: Meets with Mayor Justin Bibb
DESCRIPTION:Greater Cleveland Congregations Update Battle for Democracy: It all Starts Now! Our City. Our County. Our State. The Fight for OUR Democracy. \n\n\n\n On January 30th at 7pm Greater Cleveland Congregations (GCC) leaders will host Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb.  \n\n\n\nThe meeting with Mayor Bibb is about GCC’s Cleveland Neighborhoods Now campaign\, which addresses five targeted areas (Fairfax\, Central\, Lee Harvard\, Slavic Village and Mt. Pleasant). The action will highlight campaign successes and challenge the city about the work left to be done. The assembly will also be a kick-off to our Battle for Democracy 2024 campaign focusing on gerrymandering and voter turnout for the primary and general elections. This action will be the first opportunity this year to showcase GCC’s organizing. A large turnout of our members will be visible evidence of our power to organize. \n\n\n\nThe assembly will be held at:Shiloh Baptist Church5500 Scovill AvenueCleveland. OH(The action will be hybrid with virtual options; in-person is highly preferred.)  \n\n\n\nUUCC is committed to this action and plans on having a strong presence at the meeting with Mayor Bibb: we want 30 congregants for the 30th! \n\n\n\nTo find out more or to register:Please see the GCC table on Sundays during coffee hour immediately following the service. You may also sign-up here for the January 30 action: or please register here if you plan on attending virtually: \n\n\n\nThank you.UUCC GCC Team
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/gcc-meets-with-mayor-justin-bibb/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice
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