Handmade tie-dye t-shirts made by Elaine Kahn will be available to purchase in the parking lot on August 3rd and 10th to raise funds for the Democracy Action Team’s work of letter and postcard writing for the mid-term election.
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Movie night: “Milk”, the story of Harvey Milk, 7/13
Queerly Beloved July meet up
Sunday July 13, 2025 4:00-7:30 PM, UUFC
Join the Sexuality and Gender Diversity Team for a viewing of the inspiring movie “Milk” starring Sean Penn, telling the story of gay rights activist and politician Harvey Milk in the 1970s.
Movie will start at 4:00 PM, followed by pizza and a discussion, so plan to stay late! Pizza is provided; if you can bring a drink or snack to share, we welcome it.
This movie is rated R. If you need childcare for small children, please contact the Grandfolks Squad.
All are WELCOME – you don’t have to be gay to enjoy this movie! 🙂
Questions: contact Anya Ballinger
Know Your Rights Trainings, 4/28 and 5/6
More than ever it’s important to know what your rights are and how to keep yourself, your friends, family and neighbors safe. Join us at Westminster House, 101 NW 23rd St, on April 28 and May 6 from 5 – 7:30 pm. Hosted by Mid-Valley Solidarity Coalition using materials from the Civil Liberties Defense Center. www.CLDC.org Masks Optional. Questions, contact Karen J. using the button below.
Hands Off Rally, 4/5
Hands Off Rally
Saturday, April 5, at noon
Benton County Courthouse
120 NW 4th St., Corvallis
We want our government to govern democratically so let’s make our voices heard again and again. Our message: Defy Autocracy! Defend the rule of law! Oppose executive overreach! Many groups are collaborating to make this happen and make it BIG: Indivisible, 50501, Third Act, Women’s March, and more. Click HERE for the Corvallis event. This will be a peaceful protest.
For more information, contact Claire Montgomery and Karen Josephson using this Breeze form.
All are welcome. Bring signs!
Submitted by the Democracy Action Team
Sign-Making Party, 3/30
Sign-Making Party!
Sunday, March 30, 1:30-3:00 PM
Westminster House, McLean Room, 101 NW 23rd St, Corvallis.
To make signs for the Hands Off Rally on April 5.
We’ll make signs for the rally and for your yards and windows. Bring any supplies that you can share and lots of ideas for slogans! Let’s let the world know we’ve had enough! For more information, contact Claire Montgomery and Karen Josephson using this Breeze form.
All are welcome! Submitted by the Democracy Action Team.
Health Care Delays, Denials, & Costs – Action Not Anger, 2/26
Come listen to a panel hosted by Mid-Valley Health Care Advocates on Wednesday, February 26, 7-8:30 PM at the Corvallis-Benton public library or online by Zoom at bit.ly/3DY0x22. Find out how we can ensure high quality care for all Oregonians regardless of income, racial identity, or job status. Learn how a state-wide simplified healthcare plan reduces financial, emotional, and physical hardship.
Queerly Beloved 5/19/24
Sunday, May 19th in the UUFC Social Hall
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
This month, we’ll have a casual potluck and some icebreaker games, hosted by Ginny and Linda! Come and get to know your queer community and make new friends! Bringing food is optional, but welcome! Join us! Allies are always welcome/you don’t have to identify as LGBTQ to attend.
Join LGBTQ+ folx and allies for social gatherings centered on queer issues and themes. We understand the importance of queer community, and our goal is to provide a safe space where people can find that sense of belonging right here in Corvallis. We meet monthly on the 3rd Sunday in the afternoon. All are welcome! Questions: connect@dreuucorvallis-org
QUEERLY BELOVED is an affinity group of UUFC. uucorvallis.org/queerly-beloved
Film: Where Can We Live in Peace?, 5/18
Saturday, May 18, 3:00 – 4:30 pm
in the UUFC Social Hall
Award-winning Canadian film maker Judy Jackson brings the moving story of the ABBA House migrant shelter in Celaya, Mexico. Founded by Pastor Ignacio it helps tens of thousands of migrants, many of whom are women and children. They are fleeing violence, crime, climate change and corruption in Latin America, and are desperately searching for a place where they can bring up their children in safety. Watch preview.
Hosted by the Immigrant and Refugee Support Team, a part of our Justice Council.
Faith-based climate action this week, 3/3/2024
Democracy Action Team:
> First week of March: Letters will be ready. VoteFwd.org.
> Letter Writing: Sun 10 Mar, 1:45 PM, (after the Action Lunch), UUFC Social Hall. We’re excited to have you join us, meet other volunteers and writers, ask questions, assist others in getting started, and bring your letters if you’ve received them. We’ll bring extras. We are excited to get started.
Sustainability Town Hall: Volunteers needed for a variety of tasks in a number of time slots. Sign up
2023 National Environmental Scorecard: Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley both received perfect 100% scores. Thank Senators Wyden and Merkley. Three of our U.S. Representatives received perfect 100% scores: Bonamici, Hoyle, and Salinas! And our all-star climate champ, Rep. Blumenauer will retire after this term with a 95% lifetime score! On the other hand, Rep. Bentz received a whopping 0% (yikes), and Rep. Chavez-Deremer received a disappointing 31%. Email your U.S. Representative.
Stepping Back: After three years as co-lead of CAT, I’m stepping back from that leadership role. I have thoroughly enjoyed leadership and I’m proud of what I’ve helped accomplish, but it’s time for new ideas and approaches. I’ll stay engaged with CAT and continue to send out CATweek.
Cheers, MichaelThe one thing we need more than hope is action. Once we start to act, hope is everywhere. Greta Thunberg
Spring Luncheon 3/30 – Cancelled
This event has been cancelled.
The Secure Housing and Food For All team and Ernest Cardona invite you to join us for a Spring Celebration Luncheon on Saturday, March 30th , 2024 at 1:00 p.m. The lunch will be served in the Social Hall and we’ll have access to the deck, weather permitting. Donations are $15.00 per person. After food costs, all donations will be gifted to the UUFC to support its efforts in housing and feeding our community.
We’ll be serving a fresh, seasonal Spring menu with interesting appetizers, entrée and dessert. Please see the contact form below for a full menu description and a link to send us a message about your interest.
We’ll need to know the number of guests in your party, your name, and your email address to send out a payment request.
See you all on March 30th !
Roberta Smith & Ernest Cardona
Menu
Gluten free and dairy free options will be available
Appetizers:
*Smoked salmon endive leaves
*Shrimp ceviche
*Mushroom toasts with goat cheese and fresh herbs
*Pickled radishes and red onions
First courses:
*Green salad with fresh spinach, avocado, marinated artichoke hearts, pickled
beets, toasted pine nuts, roasted sesame dressing, sesame seeds
*Fresh spring pea soup
Entree and sides:
*Chicken Francese with lemon sauce and capers
*Roasted asparagus with fresh parmagiano reggiano
*Rice pilaf
Dessert:
*Lemon posset with fresh berries