Calendar of Events & Holidays
Week of Oct 2nd
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October 2, 2022(14 events)
2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition2:00 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? First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 9:00 am: Blood Mobile Returns to First Church9:00 am: Blood Mobile Returns to First Church – First UU will sponsor another blood drive from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm on Sunday October 2. Your blood donation appointments must be scheduled with the Blood Center at this link. The Houston area continues to experience a critical shortage of blood. Blood donations have declined drastically since COVID-19 because the Blood Center had limited ability to partner with many of its most dependable donor sources, including high schools, colleges, and companies. Would you like to join us in helping reduce the strain on Houston-area blood product resources? You can donate if it has been 2 months since your last blood donation (June 19 was our last blood drive) and if you meet the Blood Center’s other requirements. If you meet these requirements, visit the Blood Center's website to schedule your donation. The Blood Center will continue the following measures to assure the safety of both our donors and the bloodmobile staff:
Donors, as usual, will receive free snacks and drinks for replenishment of their energy after their donations. As an extra incentive for this drive, all donors will also receive a unique pair of socks!
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 9:00 am: Changing Women9:00 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. Online 9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group9:00 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. Online 9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group9:00 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. Online 9:30 am: Religious Education for Children9:30 am: Religious Education for Children – For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information. 10:15 am: Discussion Circle10:15 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. Online 10:15 am: OWL 4 - 610:15 am: OWL 4 - 6 – Parent's OWL Group: Room 207 Children's OWL Group: Room 302 First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304 11:30 am: RE for Teens - High School11:30 am: RE for Teens - High School – Teens in High School meet online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, to talk about exploring different spiritual practices and other topics of interest. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information. First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 11:30 am: RE for Teens - Middle School11:30 am: RE for Teens - Middle School – The YoUUth Unit meets online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, for games, discussion, exploring values and the sometimes difficult issues of teen life. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information. First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 11:30 am: Religious Education for Children11:30 am: Religious Education for Children – For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information. First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 11:30 am: Sunday Service11:30 am: Sunday Service – In-Person & Livestreaming First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 1:00 pm: Active Hope Climate Grief Group1:00 pm: Active Hope Climate Grief Group – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 203 |
October 3, 2022(2 events)
2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition2:00 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? First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 6:30 pm: AVDA6:30 pm: AVDA – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston |
October 4, 2022(3 events)
2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition2:00 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? First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 4:00 pm: First UU Book Club4:00 pm: First UU Book Club – Join us via Zoom for games, a chapter book, and time with your friends! Designed for ages 7-11, all children are welcome to join! Please email carol@firstuu.org for more information. Online carol@firstuu.org 6:30 pm: AVDA6:30 pm: AVDA – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston |
October 5, 2022(2 events)
2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition2:00 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? First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group5:00 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. |
October 6, 2022(2 events)
2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition2:00 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? First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 6:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition - Extended Hours6:00 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? |
October 7, 2022(3 events)
2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition2:00 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? First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 5:30 pm: Plant-Based Potluck at First Church5:30 pm: Plant-Based Potluck at First Church – Join us for a plant-based potluck at 5:00 PM on the evening of October 7th in Channing Hall, and stay for the Strands of Compassion concert at 7:00 PM! Internationally-acclaimed concert artists Christoph Wagner, cellist, and Joanne Kong, pianist, weave together music, reflections and imagery in an inspiring event that will illuminate how embracing the connections we have to the natural world and all beings can bring about transformative spiritual growth, positive change and planetary healing. Register for this free event here.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Channing Hall 7:00 pm: Strands of Compassion Concert7:00 pm: Strands of Compassion Concert – Internationally-acclaimed concert artists Christoph Wagner, cellist, and Joanne Kong, pianist, weave together music, reflections and imagery in an inspiring event that will illuminate how embracing the connections we have to the natural world and all beings can bring about transformative spiritual growth, positive change and planetary healing.
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October 8, 2022(3 events)
2:00 pm: FotoFest Exhibition2:00 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? First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 10:00 am: Postcard Palooza10:00 am: Postcard Palooza – More information to come - check back soon! First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304 5:00 pm: Activist Ed Winters: Talk and Q&A with First Church via Zoom!5:00 pm: Activist Ed Winters: Talk and Q&A with First Church via Zoom! – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, along with the Climate Action Team, is sponsoring a series of events as part of service dedicated to animal rights. This event will feature World Renowned Vegan Activist Ed Winters speaking about veganism and the environment. Ed will be available to answer questions for approximately 30 minutes following the talk. Click here for more details and to register for this great free event!
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