The great variety of winter seasonal music is impressive, from classical to folk to pop to everything in between. Despite the hokey barrage of tunes in many retail stores, most of the time we can pick and choose what fits our mood. The greatest joy is making music to share with one another.
We have two caroling adventures for members of the Chalice Choir and Alumni, which also includes Family Choir. On Thursday, December 5, we are singing at the Council on Aging with and for the Adult Daycare Program for something called “Trim-a-Tree.” In addition to lots of carols and songs, participants decorate a HUGE Christmas Tree and (of course) enjoy some snacks. Three days later, on Sunday, December 8, we will sing an hour-long program for and with residents at Oakhill Healthcare (nursing home.) If you want to be a part of these adventures, please contact me. Sign-ups are required.
Our UU Song Circle is open to all on the second Friday evening of each month. Participants gather at 6:00 in the Parish Hall to share snacks, followed by singing from 6:30 to 8:00. You can choose your favorites and lead the circle, or simply take a pass on leadership and enjoy singing in the circle.
This month, we have THREE holiday-themed worship services. The first is “Finding Peace at the Holidays” on Thursday, December 12, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. The second is a Winter Solstice Service on Sunday, December 22, at 7:00. This evening service replaces the Sunday morning service on December 22. The third is our beloved Christmas Eve Service on Tuesday, December 24, at 5:30.
Musically speaking, it’s a time of blessing one another with hope to overcome darkness. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season, full of love, warmth, and candlelight.
Susan Hotchkiss, Director of Music
