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SUMMARY:UUCC Women's Punderson Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Everyone who identifies as a woman is welcome to join us at Punderson State Park\, Friday April 25 from4:00 p.m. until Sunday April 27 at 10:00 a.m. Stay one night\, two nights\, or just come for whatever partof Saturday you’re able. We talk\, we walk\, we eat\, we play games\, we do a one-group activity in theevenings. It’s a great time for UUCC women to bond and make new friends. Join us and help make it afun and amazing time for all! \n\n\n\nCommunications will be done through email. If you have questions\, email us:Jean E. Wolk – jeanewolk@yahoo.comLaurie Holmes – ktlch53@gmail.comJackie Stimpert – jackie.stimpert@gmail.com
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/womens-punderson-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Community,News
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SUMMARY:Save the Date - Women's Weekend at Punderson
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars now and save some time to enjoy the company of other UU women at Punderson State Park. It’s a casual weekend with little or no programming. April 25\, 4 p.m.-Aprill 27\, 10 a.m. You are welcome to come for part or all of that time. Circle the dates!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/save-the-date-womens-weekend-at-punderson/
CATEGORIES:Community,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting Invitation - April 22 7 PM via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Board Meeting – April 22 at 7:00 PM via Zoom \n\n\n\nWondering what a UUCC Board meeting is like? Join us April 22 at 7:00 pm as an observer and find out. Just email board@uucleveland.org requesting a Zoom link. Please submit requests by 5:00 pm April 21 to allow time for processing.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/board-meeting-invitation-april-22-7-pm-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T153000
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SUMMARY:Pretrial Support Team Join Us!
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for our third UUCC Pretrial Support Team training cohort! \n\n\n\nWhat is the problem and what do we do?Many people standing trial in Cuyahoga County end up back in jail just for missing a court date\, an unnecessary burden on them and the taxpayer-funded system. \n\n\n\nThe non-profit Pretrial Support Team offers free\, one-on-one assistance— personal calls\, transportation\, and community resources—to guide clients successfully through pretrial. \n\n\n\nWith support\, our clients show up and stay in the community during trial\, keeping their jobs and families intact. \n\n\n\nYou as a volunteer Navigator are the heart of our project to provide support to people. Our current Navigators have been doing a great job in keeping people out of jail. Now that our caseload is expanding\, we need more Navigators. Join us! \n\n\n\nOur first session will be Sunday April 13th in UUCC Fellowship Hall from 2-3:30. \n\n\n\nThe 4-session schedule is:Sunday 4/13 in FH 2-3:30 pm Introduction: What we do and how we do itMonday 4/21 online at 12 pm Conversation with The Public Defender’s OfficeSat 5/10 in FH 2pm – 3:30 pm Boundaries and Compassion TrainingSat 5/17 in FH 2pm-3:30 pm How to document what we do \n\n\n\nRefreshments will be served.Please let us know if you want to join the team:Stephanie Thomas\, Project Manager: pretrial.support@uucleveland.orgPat Dillard\, Steering Committee: patdillard13@gmail.com
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pretrial-support-team-cohort-2-training-overview-2/
CATEGORIES:McKimm Fund,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T130000
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SUMMARY:2nd Sunday Meal April 2025
DESCRIPTION:It’s Spring…. \n\n\n\nApril showers may bring May flowers. Whatever! The showers do bring the members of Harry’s Kitchen Crew out of the “dugout” and organize another delicious lunch on Sunday\, April 13th after the Sunday service. \n\n\n\nThis month’s dining theme is “It’s Spring\, so let’s play BALL!” \n\n\n\nHarry’s Kitchen Crew will bring to the “plate”… lunch entrees for both the omnivores and vegan/vegetarians. We ask that you\, if you can\, bring the following to share: \n\n\n\n\n\nFor April\, Members and Friends with last names beginning with A-L will supply the salad/side dish for 8 people \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor April\, Members and Friends with last names beginning with M-Z will supply the desser dish for 8 people \n\n\n\n\n\nYou can drop off your shared dish at the Kitchen Window and the Crew will tag & place them on the tables in the Fellowship Hall. \n\n\n\nYour TV/Radio broadcasters are the happy members of Harry’s Kitchen Crew. \n\n\n\nWe all look forward to seeing you on Sunday\, April 13th. \n\n\n\nThanksHarry’s Kitchen Crew
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/2nd-sunday-meal-april-2025/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,Event Template,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T113000
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SUMMARY:Training for Pretrial Team #3
DESCRIPTION:We continue to be encouraged with the results of our Pretrial Support Team efforts. To date\, none of our clients have missed a hearing date which is one of our key measurements. \n\n\n\nTraining for Cohort #3 will start April 13th 11:30am in Room 108 of the UUCC at 21600 Shaker Blvd. \n\n\n\nTo our new volunteers who signed up at the Resistance Fair\, you will receive calendar invites to all the training in the coming days. \n\n\n\nAnyone in need of additional information\, please contact the Project Manager\, Stephanie K. Thomas at pretrial.support@uucleveland.org or via text at 440-318-4365.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/continued-pretrial-success/
CATEGORIES:Justice,McKimm Fund,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250410T144618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T144621Z
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SUMMARY:FaCT Distinguished Speaker April 12 - Adam Hanieh
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 12\, 2025 – 3PM ET via ZOOM Distinguished Speaker via Zoom: Adam HaniehBook: Crude Capitalism:Crude Capitalism: Oil\, Corporate Power\, and the Making of the WorldA groundbreaking history of oil and its importance to US politics\, finance\, militarism and consumerism from an award-winning author and scholarThis expansive history traces the hidden connections between oil and capitalism from the late 1800s to the current climate crisis.REGISTER
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/fact-distinguished-speaker-april-12-adam-hanieh/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250114T020436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T164819Z
UID:47260-1743930000-1743933600@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Route to a Cleaner Energy Ohio
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Grant Goodrich\, Executive Director\, CWRU Great Lakes Energy Institute will provide an overview of the state of clean energy in Ohio\, and discuss innovative technologies and strategies that are creating new opportunities for Ohioans to consider.  \n\n\n\nAccording to the U.S. Energy Information Administration\, Ohio is among the top 10 states for total energy consumption; however\, Ohio ranks 40th out of 50 states in the race toward renewable energy progress. In 2021\, just 4% of the state’s electricity was supplied by renewables\, leaving plenty of room for growth. What is being done to explore new opportunities such as community solar\, better heat pumps\, improvements to the electric grid\, and innovative technologies? \n\n\n\nIn person in UUCC’s Fellowship Hall\, 21600 Shaker Blvd in Shaker Hts.or via ZOOM
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/route-to-a-cleaner-energy-ohio/
CATEGORIES:Community,Forums,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T190000
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SUMMARY:Join UUs Together Monday March 31 to explore our 6 values!
DESCRIPTION:Join UUs Together\, on Monday March 31 virtually at 7pm to dive into the excellent workshop last Saturday at UUCC. Join us to see how Love and Accountability can help us explore our 6 values!Wow\, what a great workshop on Saturday March 22 at UUCC! Happily we had 7 people from UUCC there. If you saw the service on Sunday\, you got a hint of what was shared. I especially appreciated the frame that Renee Ruchotske offered. She took the two (perhaps) most controversial terms in our new Article II\, and used them to help us think about our 6 values (Justice\, Equity\, Transformation\, Pluralism\, Interdependence\, and Generosity). Attendees were from Pittsburgh\, West Virginia\, Youngstown\, Akron\, East Shore\, SWUU\, and more. \n\n\n\nHere are three lines (17-19) from the meaty section on Values and Covenant. I have highlighted the terms:Love is the power that holds us together and is at the center of our shared values. We are accountable to one another for doing the work of living our shared values through the spiritual discipline of Love.UUs Together\, meeting virtually on Monday March 31st from 7-8:30pm will dive into the Saturday workshop with you! In addition to the stalwart people from SouthWest UU\, West Shore UU\, and UUCC\, we may also have a few folks from East Shore and Akron\, who also attended the workshop.Those of us who attended look forward to sharing this\, as well as some great poetry that was created by a group process\, and other reflections. Please join us! \n\n\n\nSend an email to Laurie at sunnyskies2023@yahoo.com for the link.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/join-uus-together-monday-march-31-to-explore-our-6-values-2/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T130000
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SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages will meet Sunday\, March 23 at 11:30 a.m. Pride for All Ages is an intergenerational group that is open to all who identify as LGBTQ+. We meet the 4th Sunday of every month at 11:30 in the Baker Room. We gather as a group for support\, for friendship\, for event planning\, and as a resource to the congregation. All LGBTQ+ people welcome!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-march-2025/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250309T192512Z
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SUMMARY:UU's Together: Leading with Love! Saturday March 22nd 10am-4pm Join us!
DESCRIPTION:UUs Together is delighted that our local leaders (including Rev Randy) are gathering us up right here at UUCC for “Leading with Love” on Saturday March 22 from 10am-4pm. We need each other in these fraught times\, and our leadership has structured a “whole person” gathering so we can draw sustenance and build power. Here’s the description of the day:Community Day facilitated by your local CER/UUA staff from 10am – 4pm.Lots of connection with your UU neighbors facing the same world you are.Agenda: \n\n\n\n\nWorship with local UUs\, led by CER staff.\n\n\n\nLearn More about Our Shared Values: What UU touchstones can we bring to these times? What parts of our theology do we need to explore and grow?\n\n\n\nLunch and Connect: Nourish your body while connecting with folks from neighboring congregations.\n\n\n\nTwo Workshops to Choose From: What are these times asking of us as UUs\, and what skills and practices will we as leaders need to respond? How do we (re)build communities of joy that help ground us?\n\n\n\nTheological reflection time in small groups: Which of our shared values is your congregation wrestling with? What can you share and learn from your neighbors?\n\n\n\nFraming for Next Steps: Staying centered and connected as we move together into the future.Everyone is welcome! Board and committee leaders\, parents\, children\, youth\, young adults\, staff members\, religious professionals\, ministers\, and any committed and engaged folks who love Unitarian Universalism and might not have formal roles. Childcare will be available (register by March 8!)\, with some light\, playful programming to help connect UU children and youth with one another and with the wider community.Registration deadline is March 15. Don’t leave registration for the last minute! Timely registration is important to ensure that our event can take place as planned.\n\n\n\n\nUse this link to register: https://uua.wufoo.com/forms/q1pm44521kw7rmr/ \n\n\n\nThe registration is confusing. When you get to this spot\, click on the In Person button\, and a drop down will appear\, so you can register for March 22 \n\n\n\nOur next UUs Together meeting will followup on this important experience\, and extend our connections and our values into the future. Join us virtually on Monday March 31st at 7pm for UUs Together.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/uus-together-leading-with-love-saturday-march-22nd-10am-4pm-join-us/
CATEGORIES:GCC,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
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SUMMARY:Immigration: Net Drain or Net Gain? Effects of Illegal Immigration on America
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: \n\n\n\nBrian Hoffman\, Attorney\, Founding Executive Director\, Ohio Center for Strategic Immigration\,Litigation & Outreach (OCSILIO); Anne Hill\, President\, Americans Making Immigrants Safe (AMIS). \n\n\n\nWe have heard about the perils and hardships that people fleeing war-torn and famine-stricken areas endure in order to travel to the U.S. and seek better lives for themselves and their families\, albeit without legal status. What are the effects of this current wave of immigration on our social and economic structure\, including medical\, educational\, infrastructure\, and housing coffers? What do the data actually show us? In light of the 2024 election\, what will be the impact of their leaving our country? What actions can we take? \n\n\n\nIn person in UUCC’s Fellowship Hall\, 21600 Shaker Blvd in Shaker Hts.or via ZOOM
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/immigration-net-drain-net-gain/
CATEGORIES:Community,Forums,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
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SUMMARY:2nd Sunday Potluck March 2025
DESCRIPTION:After the Sunday Service. All are welcome! \n\n\n\nThis is a full Potluck–bring your favorite dish to share. There will be clearly marked tables for Main Dishes\, Salads\, Sides\, and Desserts in Fellowship Hall prior to the service. Consider labeling your food ingredients: vegetarian\, vegan\, gluten free\, etc.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/2nd-sunday-potluck-march-2025/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,Event Template,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T100000
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SUMMARY:Women Changemakers: Shaping the Political Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Katie Paris\, Founder\, Red Wine & Blue; Sue Dean Dyke\, Founder\, Mobilize the Vote NEO \n\n\n\nRed Wine & Blue and Mobilize the Vote are driving transformative change\, from the ground up.  Starting in the Cleveland area In 2019\, Red Wine & Blue mobilized suburban women to engage in politics.  It now includes locations across the country.  Mobilize the Vote NEO empowers voters via voter registration\, canvassing and petition circulating.  These groups amplify underrepresented voices and advocate for progressive policies.  What are their plans for 2025’s challenges?    \n\n\n\nIn person in UUCC’s Fellowship Hall\, 21600 Shaker Blvd in Shaker Hts.or via ZOOM
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/women-changemakers-shaping-the-political-landscape/
CATEGORIES:Community,Forums,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250227T185024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T185037Z
UID:48165-1740841200-1740841200@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:FaCT Distinguished Speaker Series presents Kevin Anderson :"Climate Uncensored: The Unvarnished Truth"
DESCRIPTION:Kevin AndersonSat. March 1 @ 3 PM ET on Zoom “Climate Uncensored: The Unvarnished Truth”We are beginning to see that predictions of serious climate disruptions are coming true — far sooner than had been forecast. WHY?  What factors had scientists under appreciated? Climate scientist Kevin Anderson will delve into the many factors shaping climate change and bringing it to the world far sooner than expected.  There may be no going back from or correction of some important underlying factorsKevin Anderson is Professor of Energy and Climate Change\, holding a joint chair in the School of Engineering at the University of Manchester (UK)\, the Centre for Sustainability and the Environment (CEMUS) at Uppsala University (Sweden) and the Centre for Climate and Energy Transformation (CET) at Bergen University (Norway).In 2016 he began a two year fellowship as the Zennström Professor of Climate Change Leadership in Uppsala\, where he continues to work today\, and has previously been both Deputy Director and Director of the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research.Prof. Anderson has been a contributor to many climate conferences\, including the 4 Degrees and Beyond International Climate Conference in 2009.  A video of his presentation is available online.You may visit the Climate Uncensored website at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcodO-vpzMrHtDWjk_iSSMD5bIxYR0N0BldTELLING IT AS IT ISREGISTER
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/fact-distinguished-speaker-series-presents-kevin-anderson-climate-uncenssored-the-unvarnished-truth/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250206T183828Z
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SUMMARY:FaCT Distinguished Speaker Series presents Professor Oday Salim\,
DESCRIPTION:Register for link Here  \n\n\n\nFuture of Environmental Justice Under Trump 2.0Professor Salim will help us understand what we have to face and how we can confront the challenges that will be involved.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/fact-distinguished-speaker-series-presents-professor-oday-salim/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250101T184051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T112812Z
UID:47259-1739696400-1739700000@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Presidential Voting Systems: Is the Electoral College the Best Method?
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Robert Alexander\, PhD\, Political Science\, Founding Director\, Bowling Green State University Democracy and Public Policy Research Network \n\n\n\nThe US Constitution dictates the Electoral College must determine the President and Vice President. Thus\, each state has the same number of electors as members of Congress.  In 2000 and 2016\, the Presidential Election produced a winner via Electoral College votes but not popular votes.   There is\, however\, a variation in determining state electors.  Maine and Nebraska use a strategic population-based method to determine their electoral votes in each congressional district. Can their strategy be used in other states to create election winners based on the popular vote? Are there other possibilities? \n\n\n\nIn person in UUCC’s Fellowship Hall\, 21600 Shaker Blvd in Shaker Hts.or via ZOOM
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/presidential-voting-systems-is-the-electoral-college-the-best-method/
CATEGORIES:Forums,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250130T150913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T150917Z
UID:47839-1739100600-1739106000@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:2nd Sunday Meal February 2025
DESCRIPTION:Harry’s Kitchen Crew is “super” glad to be your host for this month’s shared meal. AND you are welcome to join your family/friends on Sunday\, February 9th B-Lunch following the Sunday Service for fine dining and conversation about our facility. \n\n\n\nThis month’s dining theme is “Souper Bowl”… \n\n\n\nHarry’s Kitchen Crew will be providing the Main Entrees of 3 to 4 soups that “warms up” everyone’s taste buds along with warm Bread. \n\n\n\nFor this MONTH…We are hoping that you can bring some of your delights to share: \n\n\n\n\n\nFor February\, Members and Friends with last names beginning with A-L will supply the dessert dish for 8 people \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor February\, Members and Friends with last names beginning with M-Z will supply the salad/side dish for 8 people \n\n\n\n\n\nYou can drop off your shared dish at the Kitchen Window and the Crew will tag & place them on the tables in the Fellowship Hall. \n\n\n\nWe all look forward to seeing you on Sunday\, February 9th. \n\n\n\nThanksHarry’s Kitchen Crew
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/2nd-sunday-meal-february-2025/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,Event Template,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
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SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages January 2025
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages\, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people\, meets the 4th Sunday of every month from 11:30-12:30 in the Baker Room. Our next meeting is January 26. Join us!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-january-2025/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250109T151211Z
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UID:47421-1737289800-1737297000@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Civil Rights Workshop for Youth through UUCC's Youth Academy
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Academy of Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland in partnership with the Youth Advocacy and Leadership Coalition of Cuyahoga County present a dynamic workshop: “Teens have Rights! What are Civil Rights for You?” \n\n\n\nAges 12-18Sunday\, January 19th\, 12:30-2:30UUCC \n\n\n\nJoin youth from UUCC and the greater Cleveland area in exploring civil rights and democracy. What do they mean for you\, your friends\, and your community? Pizza lunch included. Invite your friends! \n\n\n\nFill out this interest form and the Youth Academy will follow up with you: https://forms.gle/8gMq1xNqusJ1PaUj8
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/civil-rights-workshop-for-youth-through-uuccs-youth-academy/
CATEGORIES:Justice,Learning,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241212T044320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T013607Z
UID:47236-1737286200-1737295200@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Pretrial Support Team Cohort #2 Training Overview
DESCRIPTION:Are you wondering if being a Pretrial Support Team Navigator would be rewarding for you? \n\n\n\nConsider joining us on Sunday\, January 19th after services at 11:30 in room 108 if you are interested in learning more about this important and meaningful work we love. \n\n\n\nWe are fortunate to have the amazing Jessica Ireland\, our technical assistance advisor from the national organization Center for Effective Public Policy with us to talk about what the Pretrial Support Team is all about. You will be able to talk with experienced UUCC Navigators too. Light lunch\, no obligation. We welcome you! \n\n\n\nPlease reach out to Pat Dillard (patdillard13@gmail.com\, 216-408-0132) if you have any questions and let us know you are coming so we can have lunch ready for you! \n\n\n\nFor everyone who is interested in joining us for the year 2025 as “Cohort #2” and any volunteers who want a refresher on the original trainings\, here is the complete schedule: \n\n\n\nJanuary 19th – 11:30-1:30 – Pretrial Overview (Jessica Ireland & Stephanie)January 26th – 11:30-12:30 – Public Defender Procedures (Stephanie & Louise)February 2nd – 11:30-1:30 – Compassion Training (Rev Rina & Stephanie)February 9th – 11:30-12:30 – Google Docs/Sheet Training (Stephanie) –Bring your computer or tablet if you are not familiar with Google and we will helpyou with the easy basics you will use to navigate our Google Drive for the project. \n\n\n\nWe will send calendar invites for each date. Let us know if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nStephanie (pretrial.support@uucleveland.org or 440-318-4365)
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pretrial-support-team-cohort-2-training-overview/
CATEGORIES:McKimm Fund,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241222T191438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T170320Z
UID:47255-1737277200-1737280800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:School Vouchers: What’s the Effect on Public and Private Education?
DESCRIPTION:Speaker(s): Dan Heintz\, Cleveland Hts.-University Hts. School Board Member\, Chardon Teacher\, and Steering Committee Member of the Vouchers Hurt Ohio coalition; other speaker TBD \n\n\n\nSince the late 1990’s Ohio’s voucher system has increased access to state-funded school scholarships.  Previously\, eligibility was  primarily based  on a family’s income or a school’s academic performance.  Since 2023’s dramatic voucher expansion\, most K-12 students are eligible for scholarship assistance to both private and parochial schools. Do these school  choice programs create a competitive educational marketplace?  Or are the school vouchers unconstitutional\, given the use of public tax funds for private and religious education? Currently l/3 of Ohio’s public schools are financed by the school voucher program.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/school-vouchers-whats-the-effect-on-public-and-private-education/
CATEGORIES:Community,Forums,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250109T153819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T013429Z
UID:47429-1737136800-1737136800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Inaugural Martin Luther King Jr. Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:Congregation Mishkan Or is honored to present its inaugural Martin Luther King\, Jr. Shabbat service\, continuing a cherished tradition from our temple’s legacy. On behalf of our community\, I warmly invite you and your community members to join us on Friday\, January 17\, 2025\, at 6:00 PM for a prayer service uplifting Dr. King’s philosophy of non-violence and its enduring call to create a just and equitable world. \n\n\n\nOur service will feature Civil Rights Activist Maya Wiley\, a renowned lawyer\, professor\, and advocate for racial and social justice. \n\n\n\nIf you can attend\, please RSVP to Administrative Coordinator Jenny Marmaros at jmarmaros@mishkanor.org or by phone at (216) 831-3233 by Monday\, January 13\, 2025. 
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/inaugural-martin-luther-king-jr-shabbat-service/
CATEGORIES:Community,External Events,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241231T234453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T190821Z
UID:46598-1736681400-1736686800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:2nd Sunday Meal January 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to be your host for the first shared meal of the 2025 year. You are welcome to join your family/friends on Sunday\, January 12th B-Lunch following the Sunday Service. There will be a Chill in the Air. \n\n\n\nThis month’s dining theme is “we can do it together”…Harry’s Kitchen Crew will be providing the Main Entrees of Chicken Tetrazzini and Vegan-Veggie Tetrazzini. \n\n\n\nFor this MONTH…We are hoping that you can bring some of your delights to share: \n\n\n\n\n\nFor January\, Members and Friends with last names beginning with A-L will supply the salad/side dish for 8 people \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor January\, Members and Friends with last names beginning with M-Z will supply the dessert dish for 8 people \n\n\n\n\n\nYou can drop off your shared dish at the Kitchen Window and the Crew will tag & place them on the tables in the Fellowship Hall. \n\n\n\nWe all look forward to seeing you on Sunday\, January 12th. \n\n\n\nThanksHarry’s Kitchen Crew
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/2nd-sunday-meal-january-2025/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,Event Template,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20250108T232752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T020352Z
UID:47398-1736622000-1736627400@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:West Shore Film Series: "Eating Our Way to Extinction"
DESCRIPTION:What is the true cost of food? Who pays the price? Eating Our Way to Extinction explores the impact of industrial animal agriculture on the environment\, human health\, and animal welfare. This purposeful and well-researched documentary visits the Taiwanese mountains\, the Mongolian desert\, the Norwegian fjords and the Scottish Highlands in the hope of informing the audience on the various actions that can be taken in order to avoid complete environmental collapse. The film’s compelling message is backed up by powerful visuals and insights from leading experts\, making it a must-watch for anyone interested in creating a more sustainable and compassionate world. Afterwards\, we will be joined by Dr. Matthew Badgett\, who will comment on the film and take questions from the audience. \n\n\n\nFilm Length: 82 minutes   This film not yet rated   Free Parking \n\n\n\nHosted by West Shore Social Action CommitteeCo-hosted by West Shore Veg Group \n\n\n\nWHERE: West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church\, 20401 Hilliard Blvd.\, Rocky River\, Ohio  44116 \n\n\n\nCOST: The film series is free and open to the public (donations gratefully accepted). \n\n\n\nMore information at: FaceBook; www.facebook.com/wssafs \n\n\n\nCONTACT:  email westshorefilmseries@gmail.com  or call Bob Bemer at 440-333-2255
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/west-shore-film-series-eating-our-way-to-extinction/
CATEGORIES:Community,External Events,Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241212T040757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T044030Z
UID:47229-1734262200-1734267600@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Soul Matters Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:This small group will provide an opportunity to explore questions and ideas that relate to the monthly worship theme in a deeper way.  Please join us. \n\n\n\nWe meet the 3rd Sunday of the month after service in the Baker Room\, from approximately 11:30 AM-12:45 PM.  We have materials specifically designed to prompt discussion and may also find inspiration from the services to prompt lively discussion.  Our next discussion is on Sunday December 15th. \n\n\n\nThe remaining themes for this Church year:December. -Presence\,January-Story\,February. -Inclusion\,March. -Trust\,April. -Joy\,June-Freedom  \n\n\n\nSoul Matters is one of many Small Group Ministries at UUCC. To learn more about other Small Groups\, \, Click Here or check out Small Groups on the website under Community. If you don’t see anything you like maybe you want to start your own Small Group. Talk to Amy Collins and she can help get you started.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/soul-matters-discussion-group/
CATEGORIES:Learning,News,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241126T014651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T002638Z
UID:46595-1733657400-1733662800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:2nd Sunday Potluck December 2024
DESCRIPTION:The UU Congregation of Cleveland Second Sunday meal in December will be a potluck. Please bring your favorite dish to share: Main Dishes\, Salads\, Sides\, or Desserts. Drop off your food in Fellowship Hall before the Service.  \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome! \n\n\n\nAnd If everyone plans to stick around and help a little bit with cleanup afterward\, it will be quick and easy work.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/2nd-sunday-potluck-december-2024/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,Event Template,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241114T140344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T140353Z
UID:47002-1732647600-1732654800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting Invitation - November 26 7 PM via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Board Meeting Invitation – November 26 7 PM via Zoom Congregants are always welcome to attend board meetings as observers. Send a request for the Zoom meeting link to board@uucleveland.org. Please submit your request by 5:00 pm November 25 to allow time for processing. Meetings are usually held via Zoom from 7:00 – 9:00 PM on the fourth Tuesday.  \n\n\n\nThere will be no meeting in December.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/board-meeting-invitation-november-26-7-pm-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241118T000518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T000522Z
UID:47027-1732447800-1732453200@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages November 2024
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages\, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people\, meets the 4th Sunday of every month from 11:30-12:30 in the Baker Room. Our next meeting is Nov. 24. Join us!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-november-2024/
CATEGORIES:Justice,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T022857
CREATED:20241024T222100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T151347Z
UID:46831-1732447800-1732447800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Climate Justice Revival: Making Connections
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to join a conversation after the Sunday Service in Fellowship Hall \n\n\n\nClimate Justice at the local level. \n\n\n\nwhat are we doing at UUCC to further Climate Justice? \n\n\n\nwhat are we doing that effects the people we touch? \n\n\n\nWhat could we do better? \n\n\n\nWhat more could we be doing? \n\n\n\nWe will meet after service for conversation\, share our stories\, our questions\, our inspiration\, while getting to know each other and sharing the Bread our congregants donated for Bread Communion
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/bringing-climate-justice-to-life-at-uucc/
CATEGORIES:Community,Justice,News
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