In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day/Month, Jill Lauzon, Vice Chair and Outreach Coordinator of the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe, will explore the Tribe’s deep historical roots in the Plymouth region as well as their ongoing efforts to preserve their land, culture, and traditions.  In her talk, she will highlight the Tribe’s legacy that spans thousands of years before the Pilgrims arrival in 1620 and share insights into current initiatives such as food sovereignty, wellness programs, and intergenerational knowledge-sharing. A vocal ensemble will sing Water Is Life ~ Mni Wičoni, a song for Standing Rock.

The youth will be meeting twice a month. “We encourage one another’s search for truth and meaning.  We strive to be active in peace-making and other efforts to improve the world.”  (uua.org)   The youth will also be encouraged to be engaged with “Sustainable Middleboro.”  

Our featured music event in October is a Sunday afternoon Drumming Workshop on October 13 at 3:00 PM, led by Sam Holmstock of Entrain. Beginners and experienced drummers are all welcome to join us! Sam is super-competent and LOTS of fun!

36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"

36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to “J”

The Peaceful Quilters meet every Tuesday in the Parish Hall.

Members of this team are trained to offer lay pastoral counseling. They may also provide meals; visits; phone calls; cards; transportation to medical appointments, the grocery store, church, or social outings; help with yard work; music; or respite/break time for caregivers. Contact: Susan Curtiss

The Chalice Choir is a volunteer group that meets in the Parish Hall on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30. This choir sings every other Sunday from a wide variety of choral anthems, most set in four parts: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. Membership is open but limited. Please contact Susan Hotchkiss for more information.

Please submit your Order of Service information to office@uumiddleboro.org by 12:00 noon.

The Meditation Group meets every Wednesday afternoon in the church parlor to practice quiet meditation. It is open to those new to meditation as well as experienced meditators. Contact: Holly Begley or Diane Reed

Get Out The Vote (GOTV) Stand-out in Bridgewater Center, on the sidewalk in front of Walgreens, with BCCR (Bridgewater Communities for Civil RIghts). No signs for candidates please. (Issues are fine.) BCCR will probably have some extra signs with a generic GOTV message.

All members and friends are invited to attend the Parish Committee meeting.

The Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation offers another in their excellent Let's Talk Series. David Pepper will speak on Saving Democracy in the Short- and Long-Term. He is a lawyer, writer, democracy activist and adjunct professor. He has written two books explaining the deep battle against democracy that has been playing out for decades, damaging key safeguards for democracy at levels and in places that are too often overlooked. Pepper will walk us through a broad and deep strategy for saving democracy. Free, but you must register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/saving-democracy-in-the-short-and-long-term-tickets-938618913437?aff=email2 Donations are gratefully accepted.

Whether you've been unable to attend any of the other sessions or have been at them all, this one will be extra special. It's the last chance to participate in writing some of our record-breaking 1,800 pieces of mail to reluctant voters in swing states. And it will be a thank-you celebration. Pizza and goodies will be served.

with Natalie Johnson

https://zoom.us/j/95107432576

This month’s Full Moon falls in the sign of Aries, the cosmic ram.  We, who still honor the Old Ways, are preparing for the Sabbat of Samhain, the final harvest.  It is the last harvest before the cold winds of Winter move across the land.

See Susan Hotchkiss.

UU Middleboro is once again hosting a Road Rally on Saturday, October 19. Up to 20 cars can participate, and each car carries a team of two to four people. (Hint: Four is easier than Two!)  Each team follows directions to navigate a slightly tricky course over public roads. The team’s challenge is to use clues to answer questions while safely following all traffic laws along the way.  Only $45 per team.

We continue scheduling weekly ½ hour vigils on Saturday mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the church lawn.  All are invited to join in.  Contact Dody Adkins-Perry with any questions.