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Anniversary Events Schedule
January 1 to Mid-May, “Be a Gold Star Member” The Rev. Lori Hlaban’s newsletter column invites UUCW’s people to do four things at church to earn a “gold star” (given in May): Get involved in a group or activity for fun; take a class or get involved in a group for spiritual growth; find a way to be of service to UUCW; and find a way to be of service to the wider community. Sunday, January 8, 10:30 am & 12:15 pm, “Cocoa, Cookies and Community” Families gather for fellowship and treats to start the new year—our Anniversary Year! Sponsored by the Religious Education Committee Saturday, January 21, 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. “50 Valentines – An All-Ages Art Workshop” All ages gather with Rev. Suzelle Lynch; Art Gallery Coordinator, Carol Christ Hoffmann, and members of the Wauwatosa Artists’ Workshop for a fun morning creating beautiful Valentines to be sold in the UUCW art gallery in February to support our church. Sunday, January 29, 2012 -- 9:15 & 11:00 a.m. “Come as You Are, Leave Inspired! -- 50th Anniversary Celebration Sunday” Join us for a joyful celebration of the difference UUCW has made in the lives of our members and friends and in our wider community over the past 50 years, and help light the way into our future. Joyful music, words, images, special guests and a delicious brunch reception. Wear your party clothes, or something gold to honor the occasion!
February 1-29 “Meet 50 in the 50th Challenge” How many new people can you meet at church this month? Help build community and possibly win a fun prize by picking up a “Meet 50” Challenge Card in the Community Room after any service this month. Sponsored by the Revs. Hlaban and Lynch and the UUCW Hospitality Ministry. February 6 - 19 “50 Valentines Art Gallery Show” Purchase a special handmade art Valentine for a loved one or for yourself at UUCW -- all proceeds go to support the church and all Valentine art was created and donated in honor of our 50th year. Saturday, February 25, 2012, 6:30 p.m. “50th Anniversary Canvass Evening Event” Song and dance, food and wine, fun and fellowship make this the most fun night of the church year as we kick off our Annual Canvass Pledge Drive in a spirit of joy, generosity, and gratitude. See photos of this year's Canvass Cabaret. Date TBD “Gold Key” Luncheon for UUCW Charter and Early Members” With the Revs. Lynch and Hlaban. MARCH 2012 -- UUCW History Month March 1-31 “50 Inspiring Years: UUCW History Display” The 50th Anniversary History Committee chaired by LaVerne Ferguson and Carolou Nelsen will display panels of photographs and articles in the Community Room to tell the fascinating story of UUCW over the last 50 years. Sunday, March 4, 2:00-3:30 pm “Blessings Banners” All ages gather with Maria O’Connor, Director of Religious Education and the RE Committee for a multigenerational worship and activity hour to create fabric banners holding our blessings for our children and our church for the next 50 years. Banners will be displayed on the church grounds later in the spring. Sponsored by the Religious Education Committee Date TBD “Art Quilt Dedication” An art quilt depicting the UUCW community has been designed, created and sewn by the UUCW PieceMakers quilting group. The quilt, designed by Janet Sandretti, is as brilliant as a stained glass window, and will hang in the sanctuary. Sunday, March 18, 9:15 & 11 a.m. “Worship Service with Margaret Rozga” Margaret Rozga is the widow of Father James Groppi who led Milwaukee's Open Housing Marches in the 1960s. UUCW hosted Father Groppi for a public event when no other suburban congregation would do so. Ms. Rozga will share her perspective, stories and poetry with us. Sunday, March 25, 2-5 p.m. “Peace Conference – Interrupting the Cycle of Violence” With the Candlelight Coalition and other local peace groups, the UUCW Global Justice and Peace Task Force will host the annual Peace Conference (location TBD).
Saturday, April 28, 7:30 p.m. “Gala Choir Concert” The UUCW Adult Choir will perform the United States premiere of the Missa Brevis pro Serveto, a composition by Tobin Stokes and the Rev. Fran Dearman. The Missa Brevis pro Serveto is a seven movement work for choir and orchestra that follows the familiar classical form of the Catholic mass, but is updated to reflect current Unitarian Universalist theology. The world premiere of the work was in 2011 at the Annual Meeting and Conference of the Canadian Unitarian Council. Date TBD “Gold Star Member Recognition” Those who complete the challenge that began in January will be recognized on a May Sunday. June 16-24 “50 Brigadistas in the 50th Year” Nicaragua Brigade #1 led by Jim Fischer heads to Nicaragua this week to build houses and community via the Bridges to Community organization. Friday, June 22 to Sunday June 24 “50 Campers for the 50th Year” The Outduurs Affinity Group led by Bryan Tracey has reserved a group camp site that can hold up to 60 people at Peninsula State Park for the third annual Outduurs camp out! All ages (under 18 with parents) invited to enjoy this time together. Thursday, June 28 “Let's Fly Kites!” UUCW's history includes a tradition of kite flying on our property before the current Sanctuary was built. Sandy Johnson, as part of the Denominational Connections Committee, will lead this fun event of building and flying our own kites -- open to all ages. Materials will be provided. July 14-22 “50 Brigadistas in the 50th Year” Nicaragua Brigade #2 led by Joe Lange heads to Nicaragua this week to build houses and community via the Bridges to Community organization. Sunday, July 29th - 11:00 a.m. “Tie-Dye Fun for All Ages” All ages gather with Interweave & YRUU high school youth group and Rev. Suzelle Lynch after church to create a tie dyed shirt. The following Sunday (August 5, 2012) wear your creation to church for "Rainbow Spirituality" Tie Dye Sunday with Rev. Lynch.
Sunday, August 5, 9:15 a.m. "Tie Dye Sunday -- Rainbow Spirituality" Wear the tie-dyed shirt you created last Sunday after church, or one you've had for years -- we aim to have a colorful, spiritual and inspiring time at UUCW this morning with Rev. Suzelle Lynch. August 11-19 “50 Brigadistas in the 50th Year” Nicaragua Brigade #3 led by Eddee Daniel heads to Nicaragua this week to build houses and community via the Bridges to Community organization. September 1-30 “Meet 50 in the 50th Challenge” How many new people can you meet at church this month? Help build community and possibly win a fun prize by picking up a “Meet 50” Challenge Card in the Community Room after any service this month. Sponsored by the Revs. Hlaban and Lynch and the UUCW Hospitality Ministry. Date TBD “Coffee House Concert with Special UU Guest” Date TBD "Food for Kids Social Action Event" Fun for all ages, working together to pack food supplies to help end hunger in famine-wracked areas of the world. Sponsored by the Religious Education and Social Action Councils. Date TBD “50th Anniversary Golden Auction” A joyful evening of bidding, eating & drinking, and enjoying a festive time as we raise funds for our beloved church. Auction items themed "50" or "golden" will be specialties, and there may even be a special selection of items in the $50 price range. Thursday, November 22 “50 Reasons to Be Thankful: UUCW Thanksgiving Dinner” Share in the warm community of UUCW as 50 or more people gather to share the 6th annual Thanksgiving dinner in the Community Room hosted by UUCW members Melanie Weston and Lynda Kimmel. Events TBD, including a Sunday ceremony to complete our 50th Anniversary Year! |
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