Interest Groups
We look forward to forming new interest groups - we welcome your participation!
Interest Groups
Chalice Circle Suppers or Lunches
Are you wanting to get to know people better from the church better? Circle dinners or lunches are groups of 6-8 people who share a pot luck meal once a month for a few months to get to know each other better..
Contact Marion Ellson (mtellson@verizon.net) if you're interested in starting another Summer Circle Lunch or Dinner group. New Circle Dinner and Lunch groups will start in the Fall.
UU Gay Men's Group
The group is in the process of rebuilding, so come and join us as we develop a shared community of support.
Contact George Bailey (dancingwithotto@gmail.com)
Choir
Love to sing? Come sing with our UUCOD choir. New Voices Welcome!
The choir practices each Wednesday at 6pm from September to April.
Questions? Contact our Music Director, Dorian McWain, at musicdirector@uucod.org
Book Clubs
Join us for a good read. We select a book to read and discuss each month. We'd love to have you share your thoughts and discuss favorite authors.
The evening book club meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7pm at someone's house.
Contact: Lew Pusch.
The women's afternoon book clubmeets at 1:30 on the last Friday of the month at someone's house.
Contact: Linda Davis-Brede.
Chalice Groups
These are groups of 6-12 members or friends who form a Small Group Ministry. They meet several times a month for conversation led by a facilitator to increase communication with others and to explore one's own life experiences. One Chalice Circle is currently ongoing. Sharon Miller coordinates the morning Chalice Circle.
If you're interested in joining or in starting a new circle contact Katy Faas or Sharon Miller.
Labyrinth Community
The Labyrinth Community is proposing the development of Chartres-style architecturally guided pathway on UUCOD's grounds to facilitate reflection, understanding, mindful walking and realizing peace. This effort will include the UU Oasis Labyrinth event slab which can be used for a multitude of events and activities.
We always have a chair available for new volunteer energy.
The group meets as needed throughout the year in three active groups: The Advocates, The Builders and The FUNdraisers. If you want to learn more, contact any founding member: Leslie Gebhart, Vikki Porter, Diane Carmony, Bryna Blum, Dan Spencer, Joaquin Galeano, Denise Janssen Eager, Joni Padduck or Bill Masco.
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Script2Stage2Screen (S2S2S)
Script2Stage2Screen is a performing arts project of UUCOD. We are an innovative performing arts organization for the development of original productions. Our dynamic ensemble of playwrights, actors, and technicians develops new productions. We seek to involve UUCOD friends and members in all aspects of the organization.
Contact: Shirley LeMaster
For more information visit the Script2Stage2Screen website…
Other Groups
BnB Hosts
Members and friends of UUCOD raise proceeds for the church by volunteering a room in their homes to as a "Bed and Breakfast" for visiting Unitarians. For more information on the BnB Program please visit the
UUCOD BnB Program page here…
For more information on any group or committee, please contact its Chair by:
- looking up the chair's contact information in the church Directory
- leaving a message on the church voice mail: (760) 321-0694
- sending an email to: info@uucod.org
Social Groups
Men's Breakfast Gathering
First Friday of the Month at 8 a.m.
Join us for this new group in a relaxed atmosphere for good food and good conversation at Si Bon Restaurant--40101 Monterey Ave
Upcoming dates: First Friday of Every Month--summer dates: June 2 and July 7
Contact: Rev. Chuck --505-401-4011 or
Wednesday Night Bridge Club
Bridge
Whether you're a member, friend or visitor, join us for a friendly game of bridge! We're always looking for new players.
Meets Wednesdays, 7 pm at the church
Contact: Kevin Brandt
Girls' Night Out
Ladies, join other women from the church for an evening meal and conversation. We try different restaurants around the valley and would love to have you join us!
First Thursday of the month at 5:15 pm.
Contact Judy Mills
UU's Dine-Out at Native Foods
Join your UU friends (and meet new ones) at Native Foods Restaurant for a delicious vegetarian and vegan meal and conversation! Have fun and eat healthy.
First Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm.
Contact: Frank Riela