Events

UUCC has more than just great Sunday services, we also have many opportunities during the week to enhance your life. There are a variety of groups that meet at all different times of the week. Feel free to drop in and check out what you are interested in. All events are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Here are our ongoing events:

• Wednesday Morning Covenant Group: we invite new conversation and socializing after the group. We meet on 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month from 10 am to Noon. Bring a bag lunch for sharing and conversation.
• Meditation in the Buddhist Vipassana tradition, also called Insight Meditation, meets every Monday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 pm in the Gathering Room. It’s a drop-in group; come when you can. Sit on chairs, couches, or bring your own sitting equipment. Free to all. A brief introduction to Insight Meditation will be provided if desired.
• Friday Evening Covenant Group: we invite everyone to join us for sharing and discussion on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every month from 7-9 pm. During the first hour we go around our circle, each having the opportunity to talk about what is happening in our lives. The second hour we discuss a topic chosen by our group. Come join us!
• Daytimer’s Book Group: The group usually meets at 10:30 am the last Tuesday of every month. For the current book selection see the most recent newsletter.
• Rainbow Café is a social event that provides a safe and welcoming environment for single or partnered gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender adults and their allies, by creating a space where they are able to socialize outside of the usual bars. The Café is open every first Saturday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Contact us at (708)481-5339, extension 2, for more info.
• Social Issues Movie Night Usually takes place on the fourth Saturday of the month at 7 pm. We watch a film about current, relevant social issues, followed by discussion and light snacks. Open to all. See the current Newsletter for this month’s selection.
• Drum Circle: Enjoy the soothing, therapeutic effect of our open drum circle. Reconnect with the Pulse of the Universe! The circle is “zero level,” requiring no experience. Please bring a drum if you have one, also a small selection of community drums will be available. The circle is held the third Friday of each month from 7-9 pm. A $10 love offering is requested. For more information contact DrumUUCC@yahoo.com.
• Yoga: “A Moment in Balance” Karen Nielsen leads Yoga classes Monday and Thursday mornings 9:30 – 11am and on Wednesday evenings 7:30 – 9 pm. No reservations needed. Drop in fee is $10 per class and the 6th one is FREE. For information (708) 755-3577. *this event is not an official function of UUCC.

*Events are subject to change. Please contact the church office with any questions. Interested in utilizing our facilities for a special event? Click on Contact Us.