June Happenings at HUUF
Be sure to scroll through this whole section to see all of the amazing opportunities to learn and connect with your HUUF friends this summer. After you look through the June opportunities the following section will list what we have so far for July and August. Added details for these dates will come in a future summer update. For now get these summer dates on your calendar!
Thanks to our great summer planning team:
Nancy Benson, Minna Furfaro, Tricia Andrews, and Paula Peters
June 9 - Second Sunday Potluck at Amy Hartwell's house
Join me for our first Second Sunday Supper of the summer!!
Where: 3370 Power Dam Rd NE, Bemidji
When: 4pm-??
What (to bring): a dish to share, BYOBeverage, your beautiful smile!!
What (else): Gathering starts at 4, time for food and great conversation to be continued around a fire for us 'night owls' and weather permitting.
Questions: call Amy at 218-407-4956
June 11- Movie Night: 6 pm to 8 pm at the Peace Center
Episode 1 of Exterminate all the Brutes
"The Disturbing Confidence of Ignorance,"
In the series premiere, "The Disturbing Confidence of Ignorance," filmmaker Raoul Peck sets out to illuminate the intertwined currents of hate and bigotry running through history. Focusing on the United States' legacy as a colonial power, Peck explores how race first became institutionalized, the Nazi program of "elimination" and its antecedents in the West, and the looting of the African continent in a "gentlemen's agreement.
Questions, contact:
Nancy Mason 952-240-1216 or Michael Meuers 218-766-6588
June 16- 10:00 am at the Peace Center
"Panarchy in the Disco: Musings on Interconnectivity and Interdependence"
Sean Dunham will lead a group discussion around the UU 7th Principle: "Respect for the interdependent web of all existence" which also relates to the proposed UU shared values of Interdependence and Transformation. While our culture typically privileges humans over nature, Sean sees it more as a complex of interrelated systems that dynamically integrate people and nature. The discussion will allow us a space to share our thoughts on this topic.
****Childcare can be provided with advance notice****
Contact Sean Dunham w/ questions or childcare request
218-305-3789, sbd825@gmail.com
June 18 - Movie Night 6 pm - 8 pm Peace Center
Exterminate All the Brutes Episode 2
"Who the F*** is Columbus,"
In the second episode, "Who the F*** is Columbus," Peck revisits the stories of Christopher Columbus, the Alamo, and the Trail of Tears from an indigenous perspective, showing how "official" history is shaped by those in power and solidified by myth and popular culture. Next, he examines the "doctrine of discovery" used to justify the enslavement of millions of Africans and questions his own story within these narratives.
Questions, contact:
Nancy Mason 952-240-1216 or Michael Meuers 218-766-6588
June 20 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, Hand Drumming at the Peace Center
Join Pete McDonnell once again as he leads a drumming group at the Peace Center. All ages are welcome. Bring your own drums or use what we have available for you that night. No experience required. Just come and have fun playing together.
June 21 - HUUF Open Mic Night 6:00 PM - 8:00 pm at the Peace Center
Calling all talented HUUF members and friends! You're invited to showcase your skills at our Open Mic Night on Friday, June 21. Whether you're a musician, poet, storyteller, or have a comedy skit up your sleeve, we want to hear from you! This is your chance to take the stage and share your passion with a warm, supportive audience. Performers of all ages and experience levels are welcome. To sign up or get more details, please call or email Fred Forseman at 763-567-8897 or fforseman@gmail.com. We can't wait to be dazzled by the incredible talents within our community! The fun starts @ 6:00! We will be taking a short break at 7:00 for some goodies and then end the night around 8:00.
June 29 - Nonfiction Book Group 10:00 AM at the Peace Center
"Nothing deepens the experience of reading a good book like being able to discuss it afterwards. Please join us for a new book group to discuss nonfiction books that help our HUUF community learn and grow!
We will meet at the Peace Center at 10:00 AM on the last Saturday of the month. Minna Furfaro will host the first discussion on June 29. We will talk about Robin Wall Kimmerer's "Braiding Sweetgrass".
Anyone with a Kitchigami Regional Library System card can get the book for free on Hoopla as an e-book or an e-audiobook. There are physical copies in the library system as well. Contact Minna with questions at minna.furfaro@gmail.com or (574) 855-0858.
We are also looking for hosts and book choices for the July and August meetings! What do you think would be a good read?"
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