21st Century Humanism
A
group that fosters, promotes, and studies modern Humanism, both
transactionally and historically, together with its influences on
Unitarian Universalism.
times: Second Sunday of each month, after the service, in the sanctuary. Confirm with facilitator.
Facilitator: John Peltier 678-710-9790
Daytimers
A
group which discusses contemporary topics such as politics, social
issues, spirituality, and everything in between. All are invited to
attend.
times: Wednesdays, 12:15
pm in the UUMAN Fellowship Hall or a nearby location. Bring your own
lunch. Please call facilitators to confirm meeting date and place.
Facilitator: Larry and Lois Curry 770-998-4717
Eco-Justice Group
We
gather monthly to make all-natural laundry detergent for North Fulton
Community Charities to distribute to families in crisis. Newcomers are
welcome.
status: Open to all.
times: Fourth Tuesday of the month, 4pm.
Facilitator: Margie Jacobs 678-467-6471
India Cultural Society
We meet to read books, view films, and discuss topics related to India.
status: Open to all.
times: Meets at 7:30pm on the 3rd Friday of every month. Contact facilitator for directions.
Facilitator: Michelle Liebergesell 770-641-9454
Ken Wilber/Integral Group
Dedicated
to the study of and practices related to the integral world view of
philosopher/psychologist Ken Wilber and others. Contact the facilitator
for title of the current book we're studying.
times:
We meet at UUMAN (with coffee and bagels for a small donation) on the
2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month from 9:45 - 11:30 am. (Optional
silent meditation 9 am). Please contact facilitator to confirm time and
place.
Facilitator: Carolyn Bommarito 770-880-8106
Lunch Ministry
After
service most Sundays, we assemble at a nearby restaurant for food and
fellowship. The restaurant chosen is indicated on the blackboard in the
greeting room. Everyone is welcome.
cost: Restaurants chosen generally have lunches under $10 per person.
status: Open to all.
Facilitator: Ashok Nagrani 678-524-6741
Men's Group
The
group will focus on building fellowship within UUMAN through social
activities and service activities aimed at helping UUMAN and the larger
community we live within.
status: open to all adult males
times: group meets monthly - time and location changes from month to month
Facilitators: Bob Popp 770-751-0356; Bruce Langston 678-982-8335
Mutuality Circles
A
group for people who are ready to declare a truce in the war with
themselves while supporting, and being supported by, others who are
doing the same.
times: Two Saturdays a month at UUMAN, 6-8:30 pm. Please call facilitator for exact dates.
Facilitator: Carolyn Bommarito 770-880-8106
Nia, Joy of Movement
Open
to people of all shapes, sizes, ages, and experience. Nia is all about
enjoying movement by tuning into your own, unique body wisdom.
cost: $30 for 6-week sessions; $8 class for drop-in (no-one turned away for lack of funds)
times: Most Mondays, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., in the Sanctuary. Please contact facilitator to confirm.
Facilitator: Marjorie Pomper 770-366-6005
Opera Lovers Group
We
meet at Regal North Point Theater in Alpharetta to watch the "Live in
HD from the Met" telecasts, and often go out to dinner afterwards.
cost: The tickets for the opera are $22 for seniors, $24 otherwise.
status: Open to all.
times: Jan 21, 12:55pm - Feb 11, 12pm - Feb 25, 12:55pm - Apr 7, 12pm - Apr 14, 12:55pm
Facilitators: Diantha Horton 770-992-5187; Sue Holden 404-909-3539
Painting
Working in oils or acrylics.
cost: $150 for members, $200 for non-members, plus cost of materials.
status:
Open to all over 16. Space is limited to ten students. Course
availability is contingent on a minimum enrollment of four students.
times:
Wednesday evenings at UUMAN if at least four students will be in
attendance. Please contact Annette to determine availability.
Facilitator: Annette Pate 770-993-9116
Play Group
We
are a diverse group of parents and caregivers who welcome any families
in search of community and support for themselves and young ones. We
meet in Discovery Hall at UUMAN, using inside and outside space
according to weather. Children's ages range from newborn to
pre-schoolers during the year, and over the summer older siblings and
children join us.
status: Open to all parents and caregivers of young children. Visitors and friends welcome.
times:
We meet on Thursday morning at 10am. Please contact facilitator to
confirm time and place or check out our Facebook UUMAN Playgroup page.
Facilitator: Kara Sweeney 770-650-5993
Social Justice and Action Committee
If you have a need to express your convictions through organized action, this is the group for you.
times: Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month, 7:00 in Discovery Hall.
Facilitator: Michelle Liebergesell 770-641-9454
Sunday Discussion Group
We
meet to discuss topics of relevance to the group chosen periodically by
the participants. Contact facilitator for information about the current
topic.
times: Sunday mornings, from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Living room in Discovery Hall.
Facilitators: Jennifer Ratcliffe 678-520-4340; Gus Hadorn
Sustainability Group
We are completing the 12 projects necessary to become a certified Green Sanctuary. Newcomers are welcome.
status: Open to all.
times: Please confirm with a facilitator.
Facilitator: Kate Hudson 770-578-1425
UUMAN-Weave
Supporting the mission of Interweave - Unitarian Universalists for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender concerns.
status: open to all
times: contact facilitator
Facilitators: Jay Nalette 404-304-5834; Gary Uitvlugt 770-998-9353
UUMAN Writers
UUMAN
Writers provides an opportunity to meet with others who enjoy talking
about and sharing the creative process. You don't even have to be a
writer to join the conversation. All you need is a desire to listen to
and give feedback, encouragement, and criticism to as well as share
your ideas with others who want to know how an audience might respond
to what they write and how others go about doing their own writing.
Come and share what you've done or just come to listen and be a part of
the dialogue.
status: Open to anyone interested in any kind of writing.
times: Meets first and third Monday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. in Discovery Hall.
Facilitator: Joe Saling 770-944-2887
Women's Group
We
read and discuss books of a spiritual nature that are not too heavy yet
may inspire participants to stretch and/or clarify their spiritual
vision in a way that informs and enhances their lives, while building
connections to others in the group who are doing the same.
status: open to all adult females
times: contact facilitator
Facilitator: Merri Beth Stephens 404-663-5239