Here are the programs and activities scheduled for April, 2014.
Check back occasionally for Updates! Occasionally room locations need to be changed - Check the door signs upon arrival.
Room Location Notes:
Hall of Worship, Assembly Hall, Conference Room and Chapel – 40 E 35th Street (Church Bldg)
Gallery, Front and Rear Lounges, 3rd Floor Classroom – 28 E 35th Street – Look for Red Door/ring buzzer
Weekly Programs:
Yoga with Nafisa Degani
Tuesdays, through June 24, 6-7:30 pm, Rear Lounge and
Saturdays, through June 30, 12:30-2 pm, Rear Lounge
Hatha Yoga is a branch of yoga which concentrates on physical health and mental well-being. Hatha yoga uses bodily postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation (dyana) with the goal of bringing about a sound, healthy body and a clear, peaceful mind. There are nearly 200 hatha yoga postures, with hundreds of variations, which work to make the spine supple and to promote circulation in all the organs, glands, and tissues. Hatha yoga postures also stretch and align the body, promoting balance and flexibility with very slow controlled movements. Flyer
AARP Tax Assistance
Thursdays, April 3 and 10, 10 am-2 pm, Assembly Hall
Greek Language Class -Final Sessions
Saturdays, April 5 and 12, 3-6 pm, 3rd Fl Classroom
Another opportunity to learn a new language and about another culture! Yannis Tziligakis a seasoned educator, a native speaker and a friend of Community Church, will facilitate this weekly course. Instruction will be personalized according to the level of each individual student. Important Texts spanning 3,000 years of history will be used as basis for instruction!
Gallery35 Spring Art Shows – Saturdays, Gallery
Sanctuary
Open by Appointment - April 5 and 12, Closing Reception – April 19, 6-8 pm, Gallery
In a show titled “Sanctuary,” the work of artist members of Gallery35 will again return to the walls. Our artists will offer—in varying styles and media—personal interpretations of what constitutes places of sanctuary for them. In addition, a “Gallery Shop” will feature cards and gift items created by the artists of Gallery35. Proceeds from the receptions will be donated to the New Sanctuary Task Force for the benefit of immigrant families. Flyer
Hellenic (Greek) Culture and Civilization – Final Sessions
Tuesdays, April 1, 8 and 15, 6:30-8:30 pm, Conference Room
A series of lectures followed by moderated discussion on the history, meaning and significance of the cornerstones of our humane civilization. Yannis Tziligakis, a Physicist/Economist/Educator and a friend of Community Church, will lead this weekly interdisciplinary college level course.
Faith like a River: Themes from Unitarian Universalist History –Series 2
Wednesdays, Aril 10, 17 and 24 and May 1, 6:30-8 pm, Chapel
Emily DeTar, our Student Minister, will be teaching a class on the development of the American Unitarian Universalist Church This series will focus on the developments leading up to the consolidation of the UUA and what things we face now. No sign up required. Any questions? Contact Emily (edetar@ccny.org) or Esther Rosado, Director of Lifespan Religious Education (erosado@ccny.org) or 212-683-4988.
Peoples Voice Cafe – Most Saturdays, 8 pm, Assembly Hall – www.peoplesvoicecafe.org
April 5: The Ray Korona Band
April 12: Pete Seeger Celebration Sing-Along
April 19: No Show
April 26: Irthlingz: Sharon Abreu & Mike Hurwicz and Colleen Kattau & Some Guys
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Action for Justice Special Event - Initiation of the Anti-Drone Campaign
Wednesday, April 2, 6:30-9 pm, Assembly Hall
Forum with Nick Mottern - More Information
Secular Humanist Society of New York Book Club
Thursdays, April 3, 7-9 pm, Front Lounge
April 3: Who's In Charge? Free Will and the Science of the Brain by Michael S. Gazzaniga
Some of us have dinner together afterwards at a nearby (inexpensive) restaurant. Join us even if you haven't finished reading. The book club is open to all ... and free!
Anti-Racism Team
First Fridays, April 4 and May 2, 6:30 pm, Gallery
Eyes on the Prize (Part 3).
First Saturday Feeding of the Hungry in the Bowery
Saturdays, April 5, 10:45 am offsite
We invite you to help the Sai Baba Group feed the hungry on the First Saturday of each month. We meet on Forsyth, just south of Houston at 10:45 am. Please bring vegetarian food to share with the over 100 people who come. This is an outdoor event so dress for the weather. For more information contact Valerie Lynch at vlynch@ccny.org or 212-683-4988, ext. 19.
UN and Global Affairs Committee Meeting– Sunday, April 6, 9:45-10:45 am, Conference Room
Young Adult Brunch - Sunday, April 6 - Gather at 12:30 pm by the elevator.
Young adults are invited to enjoy a brunch and conversation together at a nearby (reasonably priced) restaurant.
Memorial Service for Justin Vranek – Sunday, April 6, 12:30-1:30pm, Chapel
Resistance Cinema – Sunday, April 6, 1:15 pm, Gallery
UNMANNED: AMERICA'S DRONE WARS
Director Robert Greenwald investigates the impact of U.S. drone strikes at home and abroad through more than 70 separate interviews, including a former American drone operator who shares what he has witnessed in his own words, Pakistani families mourning loved ones and seeking legal redress, investigative journalists pursuing the truth, and top military officials warning against blowback from the loss of innocent life. Flyer
Joel Mandelbaum Concert - Sunday, April 6, 2 pm, Assembly Hall
Joel is bringing a wonderful chorus to the Assembly Hall to present a concert mostly of his works.
Buildings and Grounds Committee – Monday, April 7, 6 -7:30 pm, Conference Room
Life Line Screening Coming to Community - Tuesday, April 8, Assembly Hall
Life Line Screening, a leading mobile health screening organization, offers painless and non-invasive health screening. For appointments and fee information, call 877-792-8479 (www.lifelinescreening.com)
Memoir Group
Tuesday, April 8, 2 pm, Gallery
A Memoir Group with a wonderful leader, Elizabeth Rowe, meets on the 2nd Tuesdays, January-May. For more information contact Reena Kondo 212-724-0438 or reenakondo1@gmail.com.
Great Questions
Second Tuesdays, 6:30-7:45 pm, Conference
April 8: What Does Renewal Mean For the Spirit? - Facilitated by Rev. Orlanda Brugnola
Church Council – Wednesday, April 9, 6 pm Potluck/6:30- -7:30 pm Meeting, Gallery
Life and Death Café
Thursdays, April 10 and 24, 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Assembly Hall (2nd and 4th Thursdays)
It’s not a support group, or a counseling session, but rather gathering of people in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere, sharing respectful, thought provoking and life affirming conversation – and yes, sipping coffee/tea and treats. What is Death? How does thinking about death improve my life? How can we prepare for our own death? What are some essential documents before you die? What’s a green burial? And much more! The class fee will be $5 per session. Questions? Contact Esther Rosado, Director of Lifespan Religious Education – erosado@ccny.org or 212-683-4988, ext.
Spring Retreat at Stony Point
The retreat will be held Friday, April 11 – Sunday, April 13
Register now. Also, we are now looking for volunteers to help with the planning and/or to facilitate classes/workshops/hikes. Contact Esther Rosado, Director of Lifespan Religious Education at erosado@ccny.org or Valerie Lynch, Membership Coordinator, vlynch@ccny.org or call us at 212-683-4988.
Gallery35 Spring Art Show - Sanctuary
Open by Appointment - April 12, Closing Reception – April 19, 6-8 pm, Gallery
In a show titled “Sanctuary,” the work of artist members of Gallery35 will again return to the walls. Our artists will offer—in varying styles and media—personal interpretations of what constitutes places of sanctuary for them. In addition, a “Gallery Shop” will feature cards and gift items created by the artists of Gallery35. Proceeds from the receptions will be donated to the New Sanctuary Task Force for the benefit of immigrant families. Flyer
Action for Justice Sunday Forum
Sundays, April 13, 1-3 pm, Assembly Hall
Details soon.
Community Women Play Reading
Sunday, April 13, 1-3 pm, Gallery
Inherit the Wind
Finance Committee –Wednesday, April 16, 6-8 pm, Gallery
UU Christian Fellowship
Third Thursdays, April 17, 7:30-9 pm
Moving Beyond Doubting Thomas is the topical focus for our 2013-2014 meetings. Together we will be discussing the Nag Hammadi discovery of The Gospel of Thomas, using religious scholar Ron Miller’s text The Gospel of Thomas: A Guidebook for Spiritual Practice, Elaine Pagel’s Beyond Belief: The Secret Gospel of Thomas and Hal Taussig’s A New New Testament. Our inquiries into this material will be kept open-ended, so people can explore personal concerns as well as religious matters at the MNY-UUCF chapter meetings.
Esperanto Society
Third Fridays, April 18, 7 pm, Third Fl. Classroom
Everyone is welcome. Come immerse in a new language
Passover Seder – Saturday, April 19, 5 pm, Assembly Hall
Plan to join us for a wonderful time of fun and fellowship. Tickets are now available on-line or from Rachel Stone and Bill Rothfarb on Sundays. Please call Rachel or Bill at 718-472-0102 or email rsongbird@gmail.com to be part of the Seder Team.
Gallery35 Spring Art Shows – Saturdays, Gallery
Sanctuary
Open by Appointment - Closing Reception – April 19, 6-8 pm, Gallery
In a show titled “Sanctuary,” the work of artist members of Gallery35 will again return to the walls. Our artists will offer—in varying styles and media—personal interpretations of what constitutes places of sanctuary for them. In addition, a “Gallery Shop” will feature cards and gift items created by the artists of Gallery35. Proceeds from the receptions will be donated to the New Sanctuary Task Force for the benefit of immigrant families. Flyer
Young Adult Activity
Sunday, April 20 - Gather at 12:30 pm by the elevator
4th Sundays: Young adults will meet to work on a community service project. Contact Emily DeTar, Student Minister, edetar@ccny.org for more information.
Moving the Mind and Heart
Tuesday, April 22 (Fourth Tuesdays), 6:15-7:45 pm, Chapel
Discussions about the meaning for our lives from a few scenes from movies. Facilitated by Rev. Orlanda Brugnola April: Water
Board of Trustees – Wednesday, April 23, 6 pm, Gallery
Life and Death Café
Thursday, April 24, 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Assembly Hall (2nd and 4th Thursdays)
It’s not a support group, or a counseling session, but rather gathering of people in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere, sharing respectful, thought provoking and life affirming conversation – and yes, sipping coffee/tea and treats. What is Death? How does thinking about death improve my life? How can we prepare for our own death? What are some essential documents before you die? What’s a green burial? And much more! The class fee will be $5 per session. Questions? Contact Esther Rosado, Director of Lifespan Religious Education – erosado@ccny.org or 212-683-4988, ext.
Green Sanctuary – Solar Salon Series
Friday, April 25, 6 pm, Gallery
Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency & RE-Finance - Flyer
UNGA and Resistance Cinema - Film and Luncheon
Sunday, April 27, 1-3 pm - The Man Who Stopped the Desert - Flyer
Introduction to Humanism
Monday, April 28, 6:30 pm, Rear Lounge
A monthly study group facilitated by John Rafferty of the Secular Humanist Society of New York.
April 28 Topic: The Sleep of Reason in America: From UFOs to Birthers
May Meeting rescheduled to June 2: Topic be announced
Social Tea
Last Tuesdays, April 29, 2-3:30 pm, Assembly Hall
Join us for conversation, light refreshments and guest speakers. Guest speaker will be Frank Craven – Food and You - Flyer
Spiritual, Religious, Both, Neither? – Wednesday, April 30, 6:30-8 pm, Gallery
Rev. Dr. Tony Johnson returns to Community for a spring lecture/discussion - Spirituality has a long history within Western religion. In the 19th century, the idea of spirituality apart from a specific religion developed in India and North America and provided a meeting space among faiths. Over the past 30 to 40 years spirituality has come to signify watered-down religion or a practice disconnected from any tradition, i.e., people have talked about being spiritual but not religious. This lecture will include clear definitions of the terms – spirituality and religion – and how they manifest themselves in the 21st century, concluding to a description of how individuals can determine where they might fit within this framework. The lecture draws on Dr. Johnson’s DMin thesis (2010) and more recent reading and analysis. There will be time for discussion. Flyer
