Calendar of Events & Holidays
Events in November 2022
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October 30, 2022(5 events) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? 9:00 am: Changing Women – Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group – A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group – Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 10:15 am: Discussion Circle – Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. |
October 31, 2022(2 events) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 1, 2022(3 events) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? 6:30 pm: AVDA – 6:30 pm: Crash Course in the Hebrew Language – |
November 2, 2022(2 events) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? 5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group – All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. |
November 3, 2022(2 events) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? 6:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition - Extended Hours – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? |
November 4, 2022(1 event) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? |
November 5, 2022(3 events) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? 2:00 pm: Private Rental: Memorial Event – 5:30 pm: Private Rental – |
November 6, 2022(8 events) 2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition – “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident.” Czech photographer Jarcovjáková, who labored in relative obscurity for nearly 40 years achieved international recognition when she showed Evokativ, a decades-long personal documentary odyssey exploring her life, sexuality, and various marginalized communities at 2019 Les Rencontres d'Arles. The book, with the same name, was short-listed for the Paris Photo—Aperture Foundation Photobook Awards best photography book in 2019. “Libuše Jarcovjáková: The Photographer as Dissident” presents her study of the T-Club, one of two LGBTQ+ clubs in Prague in the early 1980s. First Houston is privileged to present for the first time, Jarcovjáková’s project to a United States audience. The exhibition was co-curated by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen and Dr. Howard Bossen, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Visual Communication, School of Journalism, Michigan State University. Interested in Volunteering as a Docent? 9:00 am: Changing Women – Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group – A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group – Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 10:15 am: Discussion Circle – Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 12:45 pm: Rain Barrel Distribution – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304 12:45 pm: Staff Safety Training – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304 12:45 pm: Vision, Mission, and Covenant Committee Conversation Sessions - In-Person at First Church – The Vision, Mission, and Covenant Committee (VMCC) wants you to be a part of our most important task - crafting our Vision, Mission, and Covenant Statements. On Sunday, 1/22/2023, there will be a Congregational Vote to adopt these Statements. Please share your input via the Google Form found at this link or scan the QR code below! You can respond to as many or as few questions as you would like, and may complete the form multiple times. Join us for one of these upcoming dates: * Sunday November 6th after the second service |
November 7, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 8, 2022(2 events) 5:00 pm: "What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group – Join us on February 1st and February 15th for conversations on An Introduction to the Unitarian and Universalist Traditions by Andrea Greenwood & Mark W. Harris. 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 9, 2022(1 event) 5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group – All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. |
November 10, 2022
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November 11, 2022
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November 12, 2022(1 event) 6:00 pm: Private Rental - 2022 Auction Card Games Night – Must have purchased ticket(s) through February 2022 Auction to attend. Snacks and small bites provided. |
November 13, 2022(7 events) 9:00 am: Changing Women – Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group – A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group – Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 10:15 am: Discussion Circle – Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 10:30 am: String Band – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 207 10:45 am: Project Task Force Town Hall – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Fireside Room 12:45 pm: VMCC Final Focus Session – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Fireside Room |
November 14, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 15, 2022(2 events) 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 16, 2022(2 events) 5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group – All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 6:30 pm: First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston - Board Meeting – |
November 17, 2022(1 event) 7:00 pm: Vision, Mission, and Covenant Committee Conversation Sessions - via Zoom – The Vision, Mission, and Covenant Committee (VMCC) wants you to be a part of our most important task - crafting our Vision, Mission, and Covenant Statements. On Sunday, 1/22/2023, there will be a Congregational Vote to adopt these Statements. Please share your input via the Google Form found at this link or scan the QR code below! You can respond to as many or as few questions as you would like, and may complete the form multiple times. |
November 18, 2022(1 event) 5:30 pm: "Thanks Living" Plant-Based Potluck – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304 |
November 19, 2022
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November 20, 2022(6 events) 9:00 am: Changing Women – Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group – A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group – Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 10:15 am: Discussion Circle – Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 10:30 am: String Band – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 207 1:00 pm: Creativity Group – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 202 |
November 21, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 22, 2022(2 events) 5:00 pm: "What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group – Join us on February 1st and February 15th for conversations on An Introduction to the Unitarian and Universalist Traditions by Andrea Greenwood & Mark W. Harris. 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 23, 2022(1 event) 5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group – All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. |
November 24, 2022(1 event) 2:00 pm: Thanksgiving Potluck – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304 |
November 25, 2022(1 event) 11:00 am: Private Rental: Memorial Service for Joyce Ambler – |
November 26, 2022(1 event) 3:00 pm: Private Rental: Student Recital & Reception – in the Sanctuary and Channing Hall |
November 27, 2022(4 events) 9:00 am: Changing Women – Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group – A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group – Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. 10:15 am: Discussion Circle – Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. |
November 28, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 29, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: AVDA – |
November 30, 2022(1 event) 5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group – All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information. |
December 1, 2022
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December 2, 2022
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December 3, 2022(1 event) All day: VIRTUAL Winter Wonderland Services Auction All day |