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The Edmonton Unitarian
Vol 47. No. 4
Published Monthly by the
Unitarian Church Of Edmonton
10804 119 Street
Edmonton AB T5H 3P2
Tel (780) 454-8073
Fax (780) 452-1641
Email chadmin@uce.ca
Web Site www.uce.ca
April 2 — Paul Childs
"Power in the Darkness"
In January a swastika and racist slogan were scrawled onto the front
door of our church. In February and March Muslims throughout the
world protested, sometimes violently, the publication of cartoons
depicting the prophet Mohammed. How do we see the connection between
these and other dark, troubling events through the eyes of our faith?
As UU's how do we balance the principles of our faith calling for
a free and responsible search for truth and meaning, respect for
the inherent worth and dignity of all persons, with freedom of expression
and democracy? We'll use music, readings and reflection on recent
events to explore this.
April 9 — Rosemary Manning
“Songs of Protest”
Intergenerational Service
A celebration of the part of our tradition that stands for justice,
equality and freedom. Just as inspiration is a "breathing together",
songs and anthems can express our deepest yearnings in poetic "inspiration".
Music and readings will focus us on these key Unitarian-Universalist
principles.
April 14 3:00 p.m. —
Rev. Brian J. Kiely
Good Friday
"Tennebrae"
For those of us who still find a need for a contemplative time on
Good Fridays, I offer this simple and intimate service of readings
and reflections. All are welcome.
April 16 — Rev. Brian J.
Kiely
Easter Sunday
"Return Again"
This is my first Sunday back from sabbatical, and Easter to boot!
There is a simple musical chant sung in some of our churches, "Return
again to the home of your soul". That's what UCE is for me.
Today we can pick up where we left off or start a whole new ministry
together. Given the work you have done on the Mission Statement,
I think it's time to return to a new ministry. And I'm excited!
April 23 — Rev. Brian J.
Kiely
"An Appreciation of Thyme”
A while back I offered a sermon on the theme of cooking. After three
months trying new skills in NAIT's kitchens, I wish to share what
I learned about time, thyme and ministry.
April 30 — Rev. Brian J.
Kiely
"Unconditional Parenting"
In March, the RE program screened a talk of the same name by Alfie
Kohn, a noted child-rearing specialist. As a parent I was excited
by his ideas, but as a minister I can see their application going
beyond the boundaries of families and generations.
Rev. Brian Kiely completes his sabbatical in mid-April. He will
resume regular office hours on Tuesday, April 18. Those hours are:
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and Wednesdays
from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
What is that white stuff out there? Not having a car, I have been
free to enjoy its beauty without too much of its inconveniences
(other than helping other people shovel out and push out their cars.)
After clearing my walks 4 times the one day of a record snowfall
(which I actually enjoyed), I was sitting at the window appreciating
the beauty of the snow on the trees, the full moon, thinking of
the equinox and the paradox of the “first day of spring”
in Edmonton. To my delight, a few of the teens who live a couple
of doors over, came out to shovel walks. First, they frolicked in
the snow, jumping in the huge drifts, rolling around, laughing and
throwing snow at each other. Then they shovelled EVERYBODY’s
walks! Wow. How wonderful to do something nice for other people
but make it a party at the same time! I think that is what is meant
by having a childlike heart. There is joy in anything depending
on the spirit we approach it with. And a task shared is no longer
a chore but a celebration!
Speaking of CELEBRATIONS, what a party it was at our Annual Friendship
Dinner on March 18! There was good food, jokes, comradeship and
dancing. The children, as usual, were part of the joyfulness. Thank
you Odell for leading the laughs at all of John’s jokes. Your
timing was impeccable and your laugh infectious. (John, hire that
guy, he makes any speaker look great!) There were new families there
who had the opportunity to experience the warmth of our church community.
What’s up for April?
Mystery Buddies
We have 24 children registered for mystery buddies! My goodness,
next year we will need a Mystery Buddy Coordinator (that’s
advance notice for potential volunteers.) After some logistic issues
getting solved, we are proceeding. I don’t know about the
adults, but I know that this is so important for the children. They
are excited and look forward to creating messages and getting mail.
Perhaps in the days of instant messaging, email, etc, there is something
very special about having to wait a week to get a reply. What does
it mean to have something real in your hand. Perhaps there is more
going on in terms of underlying learning than we realize. Here’s
a thought for APRIL. What if ALL OF US sent a card or letter, by
POST, to someone we care about? Hummmmm?
Important Note
Mystery Buddy Find out Party! Is Easter, April 16 right after
service. Come, even if you’re not a buddy. Bring food. We
will have games and races and activities! Be prepared to LAUGH!!!!
All children are welcome because it is EASTER!!!! And a PARTY!!!! HELP! We need party people to help with
games, food and kiddie wrangling.
OWL
Our Whole Lives training is set for April 28, 29 and 30. We have
registrations from
Victoria, Saskatoon, Calgary and Edmonton. There are still some
spots open and we do offer subsidies. Come even if your children
aren’t in the age range yet, or even if you’re afraid
you’ll get committed to teaching the classes later on. (you
might, but maybe you’d want to.) Yes, OWL is a time commitment
but when have you in your life had the opportunity to think AND
DISCUSS about sexuality, with a Unitarian perspective! (And don’t
tell me that you took a course in health class in grade 7 that would
be anything like what we’re offering.)
HELP! We’re asking if any members
of the congregation would like to sponsor people to attend so
we can get more of our parents able to come. HELP! We have a sign up sheet in the
foyer for those who’d like to help out with billeting, driving,
serving food and welcoming our participants.
Songs of Protest
Due to challenges the event has faced, we are cancelling (postponing)
the workshops and concert. However, the INTERGENERATIONAL SERVICE
on Sunday, April 9 is still on. We will be having live musicians,
to perform and lead us in some of those rousing songs that ignite
our passions and lead us forward as we speak out for and against
the issues that we believe are expressions of our Faith in ACTION!
We will have readings and have the opportunity to hear and meditate
on what is important to us, important enough to fight about, to
get out of our chairs and SHOUT ABOUT!
Watch for Announcements about Our Mystery Musicians! Some very
special musicians have been invited and you won’t want to
miss this.
Unconditional Parenting
We are incorporating some of the concepts from “Unconditional
Parenting” (Alfie Kohn, www.alfiekohn.org)
and Spirit Play in training for volunteers and teachers in the RE
Program. There will be a course for the child care providers and
teachers and anyone else interested in coming. If you’d like
to be invited to join us at this training, please sign up on the
sheet on the credenza. Any one interested in joining a support group/discussion
group about the model of Unconditional Parenting, please let me
know.
Personal Note
Chandra Crawford, the GOLD MEDAL winner in cross country skiing
at the Winter Olympics (my niece, did I mention?) is having a grand
welcome home and celebration event. I get to go. I get to party!
I’m a star! (No, actually it is not about me.) Ah, basking
in reflected glory. My mother, Margaret Manning, will be riding
in the convertible in the PARADE!!! I will be teaching her the ROYAL
WAVE, at which I am an expert. It is also the weekend of her 89th
birthday. What a special time. My sister, Louise Crawford, hasn’t
stopped screaming and crying since February.
Welcome to Spring!! Although I’m wondering what spring/summer
hold for us after this winter of wacky weather. I know the next
couple of months are going to be quite busy around the church and
I would like to thank all the volunteers that are going to put in
long hours to make sure everything happens.
The Council of Committee Chairs will be held on Saturday, April
22 from 9:30am – 2:00 pm. The date had to be changed, due
to the OWL training (April 29th) and AGM (May 7th). All Chairs are
urged to attend or send a representative. I will be hosting the
meeting and our focus will be “Where are we going/growing”.
It should be an interesting and fun time.
I would also like to thank Michelle, John, Erin and Nathan VanDerMolen-Pater
for the great job they did setting up and hosting the Fellowship/Friendship
dinner. As well, in case you were not there (and missed a great
night), congratulations again to Gaylord Madill, the recipient of
this year’s W.H. Alexander award. Your hard work does not
go unnoticed.
Just a reminder, the board meets on the second Wednesday of the
month at 7:15 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.
“The New U”
Are you new to our church? Do you want to know a little more about
it? Join Rev. Brian Kiely, some of our church leaders and the Membership
Committee for a two-part orientation session. We’ll meet following
the services on April 23 and 30 from 12 Noon to 2 p.m. each day.
The Membership Committee will provide a simple (and free!) soup
and sandwich lunch. Come learn more about our Unitarian and Universalist
roots, our Principles and this congregation.
Sign-up at the Adult Program table after services, or call the
office at 454-8073 to register. And if you can only attend one of
the sessions, you will still be very welcome.
Public Medicare
One of the basic rights that all human beings are entitled to is
health care. The ‘Third Way’ as advocated by the Alberta
Government enables people to access and pay for private health services
and therefore, jump to the head of the line. This insinuates that
some lives are more valuable than others. We Unitarians believe
that exclusionary processes such as this contravenes our very first
Canadian Unitarian principle of the inherent worth and dignity of
EVERY PERSON. Therefore, the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian
Church is opposed to the inequality that is a condition of private
medicare. We are encouraging people to write to the Premier and
Health Minister. Info and addresses are on the bulletin board in
the foyer of the church. Please help yourself to info. As well,
your attendance with other Unitarians would be appreciated at the
Vigils to Stop Privatization of Medicare on the steps of the Alberta
Legislature. 30 minutes of speakers and music. Join us on:
Mon. Apr. 3 at 7:15 pm
Wed. Apr. 5 at 12:15 noon
Mon. Apr. 10 at 7:15 pm
Wed. Apr. 12 at 12:15 noon
Mon. Apr. 24 at 7:15 pm
Wed. Apr. 26 at 12:15 noon
We will continue on the same dates in May if the issue has not
been decided. Bring coloured umbrellas to signify the theme ‘Will
you be covered by health care?’
Water
Another issue that the Social Justice Committee is becoming informed
about is water. World Water Day has been observed every year since
1993 on March 22. The 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment
and Development in Rio de Janeiro (the Earth Summit) designated
this day as a time when nations might bring attention to and implement
the recommendations of the United Nations’ Agenda 21 dealing
with the protection of and access to fresh water.
Quick facts on Bottled Water
Members of the United Nations estimate that if the world took
half of what it currently spends on bottled water ($100 billion
annually) and invested it in water infrastructure and treatment,
everyone in the world could have access to clean drinking water.
But bottled water is cleaner, right? Actually, the U.S. EPA
sets more stringent quality standards for tap water than the FDA
does for bottled beverages, and roughly 40% of bottled water is
actually just tap water.
1.5 billion barrels of oil are consumed each year to produce
the plastic for water bottles, enough to fuel 100,000 cars.
According to the Container Recycling Institute, only 14 percent
of plastic water bottles are recycled.
A water bottle in a landfill or lying around as litter will
take over 1,000 years to biodegrade.
Register now for the annual conference and meeting of the Canadian
Unitarian Council in Saint John, NB during the long weekend in May.
And then add a little more time to visit one of the most beautiful
parts of our country in the spring.
Though our church budget does not permit us to pay the expenses
of delegates or alternates you can get a tax credit by doing a cheque
exchange for your travel, registration and meals (talk to Bernie
Keeler if you don't know how to do this). And you can increase your
understanding of our UU faith well beyond our local groups. Check
www.cuc.ca/conference
(you can register on line), call 1-888-568-5723, email for a registration
form to info@cuc.ca, or talk to Bernie or Dorothy Keeler. There’s
an early bird rate for registering before Apr 1; you can save half
as much by registering before May 1 and then it’s full fare.
Some highlights that we always look forward to - The Banner Parade
and Ingathering with UUs from across the country, the annual Canadian
Unitarian Universalist Historical Society lecture, Social Justice
discussions, the Empty Bowl meal, the many opportunities to worship
together, but particularly the Sunday morning service and performance
of the conference choir, the banquet and presentation of the Knight
Award (a Canadian service award similar to our WH Alexander Award),
and most especially meeting new and old friends who renew and encourage
us in our efforts to bring the UU vision to the wider community.
Our congregation is entitled to 6 delegates, who may vote on the
direction and emphasis our religion should take in the future, and
an unlimited number of alternates. Please let me know if you are
able to attend and particularly if you are interested in being a
delegate or alternate for UCE.
Dorothy Keeler
Contact through the church office, 454-8073 chadmin@uce.ca
The Annual Congregational Meeting of the Unitarian
Church of Edmonton will be held in the church auditorium
on Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 11:45 a.m.
Business of the meeting will include staff
and committee reports, election of officers and members
of the Board of Trustees, election to congregational committees,
setting of ways and means priorities, election of delegates
to the CUC Annual Meeting, and consideration of an Operating
Budget for the period of July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007.
All members are urged to attend. You must
be a member for two months before you are able to vote.
Non-members are most welcome, although they may not vote.
He joined the church in 1968 which makes him a member for 38 years!
A member recalls him coming to canvass them over 30 years ago with
Freeman Patrick. For many years, he has always been there to help
with ushering and acting as a teller on Sunday mornings.
He has always been supportive of any social justice issues that
the church has embarked on whether it was representing our church
in a peace march or attending our recent social justice workshop.
And where would we have been without his always willing hand--from
moving to our new church home to helping at almost every work bee
before and after we moved. And whatever we didn’t get to,
he would come back during the week to continue on with all the jobs
that didn’t get done during those many sweat equity days.
Whenever little things that need repairing in the church like broken
chairs, podiums, water heater, etc. he quietly repairs them with
no fan fare. As an example of his handiwork, he made all the sandwich
boards for our garage sale. As a result, we were able to attract
many people driving by to stop in. Thus, his contribution was certainly
a huge contributing factor to the success of the event. He is also
on the Property Management Committee which takes very good care
of our building.
We wouldn’t have been able to finish our renovations in
the rental area in the fall without him. Whatever skill was needed,
he mastered it – drywalling, cutting, mudding, sanding, tiling,
painting, etc. He was shown how to tile – and soon became
a master tiler and had the entire floor done. He would often work
alone late into the night to finish whatever project he was working
on. And we especially need to thank his wife who went overseas at
the time. Therefore, his loyalties weren’t divided and he
was able to devote all his time to our church project which, as
you know, has resulted in necessary revenue for our church. As well,
his hard work helped to keep renovations costs down and get them
completed on time – no small contribution! We couldn’t
have done it without him!
He has a very easy going, likeable disposition. He has a quiet,
friendly and positive approach to everything he does. We are so
very fortunate to have him as part of our church community.
We invited interested friends to a coffee party on the afternoon
of February 11th, for an overview of what the Care and Connections
Pastoral Care Team does and some ways in which we do it. As a result
we have some new members with whom you can share your joys and concerns.
Their names are: Paul Burnell, Alex and Elaine Kozeluk, Elin Logan.
Florence Campbell sends cards and letters on behalf of our church
community. Jolien Pauw co-facilitates with Audrey Brooks while Brian
is on sabbatical. Let us know how we can help you through the transitions
in your life.
Speaking of transitions, Care and Connections would like to thank
all those who assisted in the memorial service for Lorna Wells Scott,
which was held on Saturday, March 11th. Lorna planned her memorial
service with the help of her husband Jack Scott, Audrey Brooks and
Jolien Pauw. It included very specific requests, all of which were
met, in a longer than usual UCE service. Thank you to Karen Mills
and Chorealis, who sang "Breaths," and 3 other songs;
to Bill Lee, our sound technician, for recording the service so
that relatives who couldn't attend could hear it; to Mary Ayres,
Lise Cloutier and others who helped prepare and serve refreshments;
to those who set up chairs and acted as ushers. To Gordon Ritchie,
our harpist, for his lovely music and song; to Sheila Killoran for
her song, " Sarah's Song of Blessing;" and to Brian for
breaking his sabbatical silence to be there for Jack and his family--remember
what I said last month about a Shared Ministry. Well, this was certainly
it!! "We need one another...."
Best regards, Audrey Brooks
Members of the Care and Connections Pastoral Care Team can be reached
through the church office, 454-8073 chadmin@uce.ca
I have “Crash”. I don't want to see it alone, and I'd
love to watch it with others from the church to have a discussion.
How about joining me?
The best movie Oscar went to "Crash", a film with Canadian
connections, and which addresses concerns central to the CUC Racial
and First Nations Equity Monitoring Group, and to the SRRs on which
the group is based. The movie is already on DVD, and would make
an excellent basis for a evening of movie viewing and discussion,
particularly in smaller groups such as covenant groups some churches
have organized.
Viewing as small groups should not contravene copyright laws.
Croning and Saging Workshops April 13th and 20th from 1 to 3 p.m.
facilitated by Audrey Brooks, who may be contacted through the church office, 454-8073 chadmin@uce.ca
Aging is a verb that implies significant life changes. What it
isn't is a label for stagnation, for women and men, either spiritually
or physically. Together we will explore and encourage a journey
to becoming a Crone, or Wise Woman in our own lives, or a Sage or
Wise Man in our own lives. Be prepared to write, sing, sorrow, celebrate
within the bonds of our sacred community.
Wear loose fitting clothes, bring sacred items, songs, jokes,
whatever you like, to illustrate our theme, and a notebook.
The following people have agreed to allow their names to stand
for positions on the UCE Board and two committees for the 2006-07
year. Church members will vote on all positions at the annual meeting
in May. Other candidates can still put their names forward to the
committee, or at the meeting.
President: Sylvia Krogh
Vice-president: Mike Keast
Secretary: Susan Ruttan
Three Board positions: Evelyn Porter, Larry Charach, Roger
Ball. Evelyn will stand to fill the one year left in Jean McBean's
term of office.
Two ministerial relations positions: Jeff Bisanz, Florence
Campbell
Three nominating positions: Louise Charach, Paul Burnell, and
Bonnie Kyle
Note: The treasurer's job is a two-year position, which will
come open next year.
Susan Ruttan, Nominating Committee Chair
(Susan may be contacted through the church office, 454-8073 chadmin@uce.ca
)
Interested in some fine dining at the church in the company of
friends old and new? Brian Kiely is launching an epicurean fundraiser
on Friday, May 5th . Three or four times a year his team will organize
a meal, publish a fixed price menu and offer advance tickets on
a first come, first served basis. Prices will vary from $30 to $100
per person depending on the menu offered with at least half the
ticket price going to the church. (Tax receipts will be given for
that half.) You bring the sparkling company, we'll provide a memorable
meal.
The cost of the meal on May 5th is $50.00. Please call the office
(454-8073) to reserve your place. There will be room for only 12.
Grounded Delight!
Crab and mushrooms are both found at ground
level. Both taste richly of the medium in which they live.
The seashore and the forest come together to center this meal.
Canape Tray
White wine and fruit juices
Fennel Salad
Mussels in Shallot Cream Sauce
Crab Bisque
Sorbet
Chicken UCE
Baked chicken breasts stuffed with crab meat, spinach and
cheese dressed with herbed breadcrumbs and orange cranberry
relish
Millions of Canadians suffer from electoral dysfunction,
a serious condition when untreated!
You probably know the symptoms. You cast your vote
in every election. But frequently you fail. Your vote elects no
one to represent your views in Parliament. To make matters worse,
one party can win 40% of the votes, but gain 60% of the seats and
100% of the power.
But there is a cure already in use in more than 80
other democracies. A good dose of proportional representation –
a fair voting system – is all it takes.
If you or someone you love has experienced the symptoms
of electoral dysfunction, don't delay. Learn about the cure!
Come to:
A free public forum at Westwood on April 30 at
7:30 pm. Doug Baillie, of FairVote Alberta, an organization advocating
proportional representation will tell you everything you need
to know. Hosted by the Social Justice Committee of the Westwood
Unitarian Congregation
Our co-deans, John Slattery and Joy Silver, are preparing an exciting
week for you at Eliot Institute Intergenerational Camp at Naramata
from July 1st to 8th and are sending you this personal invitation.
Theme Speaker Harold Rosen will offer his fascinating work on interfaith
ethics in our troubled world. The children have their own morning
program, and there are plenty of intergenerational activities in
the afternoon.
This year we will continue the tradition of lantern making, and
hopefully add some of the old favourite traditions such as tie dyeing,
line dancing, and an art show. What we are able to do will depend
on the interest and volunteer leadership. The possibilities for
getting involved are endless. There are many volunteer opportunities,
as well as a few staff positions still available. There will also
be one afternoon dedicated to taking advantage of a Naramata wine
tour, or tubing the canal with your kids.
We hope you will think about coming this summer and inviting new
families, and young and senior friends alike. Again, the Eliot Board
is offering each of the first 10 new families (minimum one adult
and one child or youth) a $200 CAD discount. Other financial assistance
can be available to those in need. All campers will get a $30.00
CAN discount if we have 120 registrations in by April 15th. We need
to have our minimum camp quota of 90 registrations by May 1st to
make the camp a go. So register now! For further information, check
www.eliotinstitute.org/
, email registrar@eliotinstitute.org or call 206-374-2497.
The Pediatric Palliative Care and Pastoral Care Programs at the
Stollery Children's hospital are again offering the musical programme
called Through the Rainbow. This programme features original music
by an Edmonton musician, Kent Hanwell, who in 2003 experienced the
deaths of his seven-year-old daughter and his wife within the span
of six weeks. The music is designed to allow personal reflection
on moving through the experience of loss. Through the Rainbow is
open to anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. Please
feel free to notify any patients or families that you feel would
benefit from this programme, and consider coming yourself to experience
this very moving music. Through the Rainbow will be presented on
Saturday, April 8, 2006 from 0900-1200. The cost is $10.00 per person
and includes light refreshments. Please call the Pastoral Care office
at 407-8447 for further information.
Start your Spring Cleaning now and stockpile all "the good
stuff" NOTJUNK in preparation for the Sale. We will welcome
all household wares, appliances (In Working Order ONLY), outdoors
"things", toys, bicycles, clean clothing (NOT BADLY WORN),
Books Galore, Art, CD's, Records, Movie Tapes, Specialty Items,
Christmas Dec's, etc.
We will pick up "heavy" items if there is no possible
way for individuals to do their own, but prefer that people make
their own arrangements. Do not bring anything
to the Church Hall before May 1st. Further Notice will be
given as the time approaches.
Tables all be required in order to set things up. We will want
these brought during the last week of April. We will also need boxes
and bags to pack things into (they do not have to be NEW).
Volunteers will be appreciated and necessary. Last year we had
42 volunteers. We will need Setup folks, Takedown folks, Signs setup
at key locations, Sales people, Price Labellers, Barbequers, Muscular
Helpers for "other duties", and other duties as assigned.
This is a wonderful Team Building and Fun way of helping to support
the efforts of our Church Community and will serve to promote UCE
to the Greater Edmonton Region.
Coordination meetings will be announced to commence organizational
aspects for the Sale.
FREEMAN
PATRICK MEMORIAL REFERENCE LIBRARY AND READING ROOM
We are very pleased to be able to open the Library after service
on Sundays. A number of people have volunteered to help us provide
this opportunity to look around and explore what we have accomplished.
As we gradually gather more material on Unitarian/Universalism,
it will be a valuable resource for anyone wanting to learn about
the development of our religious thought and the history of the
movement.
Gifts have been received to develop a Humanist section in honor
of Jim Campbell. The Humanist Magazine will be available as well
as the copies of the UU World. This is in keeping with our Acquisition
Guidelines and we will continue to seek out books and literature
relating to UU theology and religious education, world religions,
church administration and social justice. We want to build a good
reference library to enable our members, friends and students to
explore, question and find the information they seek.
Please contact Ruth Patrick through the church office, 454-8073 chadmin@uce.ca if
you have any questions or comments.
There is a small fund started for refurbishing the
sanctuary chairs. If anyone is willing to contribute to this, please
email your pledge to UCEChairs@gmail.com or call Linda Stolee at
454 - 8073 or deposit your cheque with her at the office.
The deadline for submitting reports to the Annual
General Meeting is Wednesday, April 26, 2006. These reports may
be emailed, mailed or dropped off at the church office.
Why don’t you sign up for the newsletter via
email? You can save the church money on postage and envelopes. Just
email Linda (chadmin@uce.ca)and she’ll add you to the list!
(Check your Entertainment Books for the Lunch component of these
walks)
Friday Apr 7 - returning from Kananaskis - no scheduled walk
Friday- Apr 14 - Good Friday - Mill Creek Ravine from the pool south
leader - Helen
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool - dogs on leash
Friday Apr 21- Kinnaird Ravine leader - Marjorie
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool - dog friendly
Friday Apr 28 - Twin Brooks behind the houses leader - Joan
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool or meet us at the south west
corner of the Y parking lot east off 111 St south of 23rd Ave -
dog friendly
Friday May 5 - Queen Elizabeth park to the Kinsmen Centre leader
- Shirley
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool or meet us at Shirley’s
guest parking
Friday May 12 - Terwillegar (perhaps to Alberta Justice Staff College)
leader - Sheila
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool or meet at Terwillegar parking
lot - dog friendly
Friday May 19 - Laurier Park to Hawrelak leader - Marlo
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool or meet at Zoo Parking lot
- dog friendly
Friday May 26 - Riverside beside the golf course leader - Jan
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool or meet us in the golf course
parking lot - dog friendly
Friday June 2 - St Albert - Lot 56 leader - Jolien
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool or meet at parking lot for
Red Willow Park east - dog friendly
Friday June 9- Devonian Gardens leader - Audrey
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool
Friday June 16- Historical Walking Tour leader - Helen
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool
Friday June 23 - Hasse Lake - bring a picnic lunch leader - Dorothy
Keeler
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool
Friday June 30- Chickakoo Lake - bring a picnic lunch leader -
Lynn
9:30 at UCE and we’ll car pool
Canadian Unitarian Council President Mary Bennett will be in Edmonton
on the CUC Board's new Strategic Planning Framework on April 2 from
12 noon to 1:00 p.m.
