7pm @ the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Hear Don Ross speak about his epic journey from October 2009 to May 2010 spotlighting the urgency to address global climate change. Refreshments served. Check out Don’s blog:  ridefortheplanet.blogspot.com For more information email wildview@alaska.net.

Want to know more about improving air quality in our area? Karl Monetti worked with a diverse, local group to present an air quality improvement plan to the borough that met with rave reviews. The plan is now being implemented, and a new air quality ordinance just passed last Thursday. Get the latest info and learn/share some tips about things we can all do this summer to improve air quality for all seasons.

ReJoySing Community Choir resumes Tuesday rehearsals beginning February 2, 6-7:30 pm in the UUFF sanctuary. We have new music. All who like to sing are welcome! Gianna Drogheo, director. Registration $75. For info call 457-8086.

The next Chalice Circle series will begin on October 28th.  It will meet on Wednesday evenings for 8 weeks. Contact Mary Ann Borchert (479-2087), Marilyn Richardson (451-6381), or Jeff Merkel (479-8717) to join this Chalice Circle or if you have questions.  We hope you’ll join us.

Join us October 23-25 at UUFF, for a wonderful workshop opportunity for committed couples seeking to deepen and enrich their relationships. Please feel free to contact us with any questions, and to sign up! We have space for 8 participating couples and the cost is $150 per couple. Cathy or Scott at 479-6854 or contact us by email and we’ll forward the message to them.

A Nonviolent Communication Workshop will meet Thursdays at UUFF starting October 8, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. This workshop opens pathways of speaking at home, in the workplace and the community to arrive at win/win solutions and make for compassionate relations. Call 457-8086 or email Suzanne Osborn to order a book and workbook. Also, there is a signup sheet on the bulletin board.

A small group of people who gather once a week for eight weeks. Discussion revolves around a different topic each week, but all relate to a general theme. Participation in a Chalice Circle is a great way to get to know others in the Fellowship, to learn more about UU, and to explore your thoughts and beliefs in a safe place. Marilyn Richardson and Jeff Merkel will facilitate this next Chalice Circle, which will be held on Wednesday evenings beginning in mid-October. Contact Mary Ann Borchert (479-2087), Marilyn (451-6381), or Jeff (479-8717) to join this Chalice Circle or if you have questions. We hope you’ll join us. More About Chalice Circles »

Do you dream of being able to articulate briefly, intelligently and compellingly what UU is all about when people ask? Have you ever had difficulty explaining your personal beliefs to others, even your kids? That’s a common complaint of Unitarian Universalists, and it’s the reason Barbara and Jaco ten Hove designed this 5-session course on Articulating Your UU Faith. They have found creative ways to encourage folks to explore and express the basics of Unitarian Universalism in positive ways — rather than reciting a list of all the things you don’t believe. Read More »

International vocal group Yuval Ron will conduct a workshop at UUFF on “Music as a Bridge: bringing people together with music”. This is a potluck, encouraging Middle Eastern dishes, but Alaskan works fine as well. Potluck at 6:00 pm., workshop starts at 7:30, $10 donation. Promises to be a memorable evening.