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SUMMARY:Making End of Life Decisions: What are the Options in Ohio?
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Lisa Vigil Schattinger\, MSN\, RN\, founder of Ohio End of Life Options (OELO); Ann Rowland\, retired Assistant US Attorney\, board member\, OELO. \n\n\n\nSeveral states have statutes permitting Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) for competent adults who are terminally ill. The speakers will review the laws nationwide and legislative efforts in Ohio.  Without a MAID law in Ohio\, what are the options for the terminally ill?  The speakers will discuss Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)\, advance directives with dementia provisions\, and hospice care.  They will also discuss their thoughts about navigating end of life decision-making with loved ones based on their personal experiences. 
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/end-of-life-decisions/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T203000
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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:20240324T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T174001Z
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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:20240324T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T130000
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CREATED:20240313T020241Z
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SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages\, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people\, meets on Sunday\, March 24  after the service at 11:30 in the Baker Room following the service. Read more about the group
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-mar24/
CATEGORIES:News,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155344
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:20240326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155344
CREATED:20230831T020245Z
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SUMMARY:March 2024 UUCC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:UUCC is governed by an elected Board of Trustees. The Board is responsible for determining and upholding the mission and vision of our congregation\, as well as for making financial and legal decisions. The Board of Trustees meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month. All Congregation Members are welcome to attend Board meetings\, except when an Executive Session has been called. Members may address the Board only by prior arrangement with the President. \n\n\n\nTo attend the Board meeting\, send an email to board@uucleveland.org for the Zoom link.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/march-2024-uucc-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T200000
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SUMMARY:Free concert in our sanctuary- Classical Guitar with Suvan Agarwal
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the UUCC Sanctuary on Thursday\, March 28th at 7:00 p.m. for a free concert with classical guitarist Suvan Agarwal\, who is currently a graduate student at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. Suvan will perform works of Robert Schumann and Johann Sebastian Bach. Suvan Agarwal is an American guitarist with international experience. He has won numerous prizes at the Columbus Guitar Symposium Competition\, Oberlin Conservatory Bach Competition\, Louisville Guitar Competition\, Guitar Foundation of America International Ensemble Competition\, and Tuesday Musical competition\, where in addition to first prize in the guitar category he won the audience prize in the final round\, open to winners from all instrument categories. He has performed in both the United States and Japan.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/free-concert-in-our-sanctuary-classical-guitar-with-suvan-agarwal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T120000
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CREATED:20240331T011113Z
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SUMMARY:Needlers meet in Library
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy doing handwork with others?  Want to learn a new skill\, or get advice from others with more experience? Do you just want to gather with others\, meet new people\, have a lively conversation? We Meet on the 1st Saturday of the month from 10 am to 12 pm in the UUCC library. This is an open group. We welcome UUCC members as well as people who just want to gather. Bring a friend. (During the warm summer days we meet outside if the weather cooperates in the shade of the Permaculture Garden.) Contact Debbie Wright (cell 715-308-4739) with questions or sign up HERE. \n\n\n\nWe have been meeting the first Saturday of the month at 10 am since 2019.  Has this group run its course or are we into continuing into 2024 and beyond? \n\n\n\nBring a friend and your ideas of what we want from this group.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/needlers-meet-in-library/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155344
CREATED:20231218T000441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T115421Z
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SUMMARY:Immigrants: Burden\, Blessing\, Duty?
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: James Nichols\, and Dana Beveridge\, both Staff Attorneys\, Migration and Refugee Services\, Cleveland Catholic Charities.  \n\n\n\nMajor religions affirm a duty to the displaced. Our economy needs willing workers\, and we need the earnings of young workers to support our aging population. Yet the media focuses on the menace of unwelcome immigrants\, and support systems are overwhelmed by surges\, mostly from Latin America. It is not feasible for all those who’d like to move to America to do so. How should we respond?
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/immigrants-curse-blessing-duty/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155344
CREATED:20240404T000159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T000213Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Easter Egg Hunt! Many folks are out of town on Easter Sunday\, so we’re going to do an Egg Hunt on April 7th! During the end of the service\, our middle and high school youth will help with the hiding\, and then during YRE on 4/7 we’ll gather to hunt! We’ll have eggs to find and a special NY Times style crossword puzzle for adults to enjoy\, created by our amazing youth!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/easter-egg-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Community,Youth RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155344
CREATED:20240406T001636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T093320Z
UID:44996-1712858400-1712867400@uucleveland.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155344
CREATED:20240404T010636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T011131Z
UID:17281-1713094200-1713099600@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:April Food & Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:TBD
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/april-food-fellowship/
CATEGORIES:Community,Congregational Event,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T203000
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CREATED:20240319T005937Z
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SUMMARY:Are you Considering Membership at UUCC?
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, April 17th at 7 pam\, we are offering our Considering Membership class. This is for anyone – new or old – who would like to learn more about UUCC\, and membership at UUCC. The session covers a little UU background and a lot about what goes on at UUCC and how you might get involved. It’s very participatory – we’ll try our best to help you get the information you are interested in. Those who feel they are ready will be invited to join by signing the membership book (no pressure!). \n\n\n\nThe session will run 90-120 minutes. Childcare is available. \n\n\n\nYou are invited (and encouraged) to attend the Wednesday Night Community Dinner the hour before the session. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it this time? No worries\, we try to offer these sessions quarterly. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Carol Gay (carolcgay75@gmail.com). \n\n\n\nPlease\, please\, please let us know you are coming! We want to be able to have adequate materials and chairs and food at dinner. \n\n\n\nRegister here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczADtzxHSVwcpnFKaISwoZ3wCmnrP1cXRsKKnnEFzZS7aGPw/viewform?usp=sf_link.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/are-you-considering-membership-at-uucc/
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240129T002840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T014958Z
UID:25725-1713456000-1713616200@uucleveland.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240311T212809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T114033Z
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SUMMARY:Wacky\, Wise and Wonderful Women of UUCC: Punderson State Park Retreat
DESCRIPTION:All who identify as a woman are invited to join us at Punderson State Park! Where11755 Kinsman Rd\, Newbury Township\, OH 44065WhenThe dates are 4/19 starting at 4:00 pm through 4/21 ending at 10:00 am. Stay 1 night\, 2 nights or just one day.  \n\n\n\nThis is a great way to bond with each other and make new friends. Activities include hiking\, eating and games. Please sign uponline at: https://zfrmz.com/PlxQobmvjUVgqSXI8INq orIn Person. There will be sign up forms will be available during coffee hour after church. \n\n\n\n We are looking forward to having an amazing time with each other. Questions call Lisa Van Cleef 440-655-0272
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/wacky-wise-and-wonderful-women-of-uucc-punderson-state-park-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Community,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20231217T235633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T222212Z
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SUMMARY:Living with Dementia: A True Story
DESCRIPTION:Moderator: Alexandra Ritt\, MSSA\, LSW\, Alzheimer’s Association\, Cleveland Chapter; Speakers to be introduced at Forum. \n\n\n\nDementia affects more than 50 million people worldwide\, with a new case of dementia occurring somewhere in the world every 3 seconds. Dementia can also sometimes affect people who are under the age of 65. Dementia is an umbrella term for a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain and impact on memory\, thinking\, behavior and emotion. The most common is Alzheimer’s disease\, which affects 50-60% of people with dementia.  Other types of dementia include vascular dementia\, Lewy body dementia and fronto-temporal dementia. What’s it like to live with dementia? What’s involved with being a caregiver?
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/living-with-dementia-a-true-story/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20230831T020312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214530Z
UID:17078-1713898800-1713906000@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:April 2024 UUCC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:UUCC is governed by an elected Board of Trustees. The Board is responsible for determining and upholding the mission and vision of our congregation\, as well as for making financial and legal decisions. The Board of Trustees meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month. All Congregation Members are welcome to attend Board meetings\, except when an Executive Session has been called. Members may address the Board only by prior arrangement with the President. \n\n\n\nTo attend the Board meeting\, send an email to board@uucleveland.org for the Zoom link.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/april-2024-uucc-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240411T115225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214428Z
UID:45035-1714071600-1714077000@uucleveland.org
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:20240427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240411T121128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214347Z
UID:45041-1714233600-1714240800@uucleveland.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240211T202804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214711Z
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SUMMARY:Pride for All Ages April 2024
DESCRIPTION:Pride for All Ages\, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people\, meets on Sunday\, April 28th after the service at 11:30 in the Baker Room following the service. Read more about the group
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/pride-for-all-ages-apr2024/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meetings,Community,News,Small Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20231217T234445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T012849Z
UID:17969-1714899600-1714903200@uucleveland.org
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:20240507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240411T120138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214101Z
UID:45039-1715108400-1715113800@uucleveland.org
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:20240508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240419T203105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T214017Z
UID:45068-1715198400-1715202000@uucleveland.org
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:20240512T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240428T122956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T142155Z
UID:45196-1715513400-1715518800@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:2nd Sunday Food & Fellowship May 2024
DESCRIPTION:April showers bring May flowers along with Harry’s Kitchen Crew to present another Sunday B-Lunch. Please come join us and your fellow UUCC friends for another delicious meal. \n\n\n\nOur menu:\n\n\n\n\nTomato Bisque with Grillin’ Cheese w/micro Sammies\n\n\n\nHoney Glaze Ham\n\n\n\nScalloped potatoes\n\n\n\nFresh salad\n\n\n\nFruit Compote\n\n\n\n“Mission Impossible Dessert”\n\n\n\nBeverages\n\n\n\nPlus a take home table setting\n\n\n\n\nThere will be a Congregational Conversation following the meal when the Board will introduce a preliminary draft of the new strategic plan. Can’t make it? Don’t worry! The Board is planning to provide more opportunities for congregational involvement in the planning process over the summer. \n\n\n\nHarry’s Kitchen Crew does enjoy in planning\, preparing and serving on THIS Special Day as well as accepting donations. We look forward to seeing you on May 12th!
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/may-food-fellowship/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240508T012831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T012833Z
UID:45259-1715884200-1715889600@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Explore GCC! GCC Introduction Power Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about and interested in being more involved in Greater Cleveland Congregations (GCC)? Join your fellow GCCers on Thursday\, May 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for an Explore GCC: Introduction Power Workshop at Imani UCC: 1505 East 260th Street\, Euclid\, OH. This evening will be a great introduction to GCC\, the issues it supports\, and its team. Refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested or planning on attending\, please contact Laurie Albright at: ljalbright@hotmail.com.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/explore-gcc-gcc-introduction-power-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240427T154115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T155632Z
UID:45153-1715972400-1715979600@uucleveland.org
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:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240418T185649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T161910Z
UID:45091-1716030000-1716037200@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:Lead with Love! Community Sing with Melanie DeMore - free and open to the public!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an amazing and free community event with multi Grammy-Award nominee Melanie DeMore! This community singing and social justice workshop is open to everyone who loves music\, regardless of age or experience. The event will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday\, May 18th in the Fellowship Hall of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland\, located at 21600 Shaker Boulevard in Shaker Heights\, OH.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMelanie DeMore is a 3-time Grammy nominated singer/composer\, choral conductor\, music director\, and vocal activist who believes in the power of voices raised together. In her fun and interactive presentations for community groups and choirs\, DeMore beautifully brings her participants together through her music and commentary. Melanie DeMore is a featured presenter of SpeakOut! The Institute for Social and Cultural Change\, the Master Teaching Artist for Music at UC Berkeley/ CalPerformances; works with everyone from Baptists to Buddhists\, and was a founding member of the Grammy-nominated ensemble Linda Tillery and the Cultural Heritage Choir. She is the music director for Obeah Opera by Nicole Brooks and will be touring with the company to South Africa. She is a charter member of Threshold Choir founded by Kate Munger\, a mentor to the Jerusalem Youth Chorus\, and conducts song circles with an emphasis on the voice as a vessel for healing. In Melanie’s own words: “A song can hold you up when there seems to be no ground beneath you”.”
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/community-sing-with-melanie-demore/
CATEGORIES:Community,Music,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240425T005317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T003913Z
UID:45151-1716048000-1716057000@uucleveland.org
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:20240523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155345
CREATED:20240515T005559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T005600Z
UID:45323-1716492600-1716496200@uucleveland.org
SUMMARY:2024-25 Budget Proposal Meeting
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday May 23 there will be a meeting via Zoom regarding the UUCC budget for the church fiscal year 2024-25.  Meeting time 7:30-8:30.  Zoom link to come.
URL:https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/2024-25-budget-proposal-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Matters,Governance,News
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