Small Groups
Book Group - Mondays from 10 -12 in the Library (Zoom option)
Three to eight UUFESians discuss about one book a month and on the other Mondays focus on
current events and societal issues, such as anti-racism, white privilege, world religions, aging,
and memoir writing. Recent books, suggested by group members, have included The Guernsey
Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows, Demon
Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver, A Man's Place by Annie Ernaux, and Connecticut Yankee
in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain.
Contact: Ricky Banderob
Sacred Chanting - 3rd Wednesday at 4:30 in Sanctuary
Music Director Shana Aisenberg explores the meditative practice of chanting styles - e.g. Sufi,
Jewish. No previous musical experience necessary. Donations gratefully accepted.
Women's Lunch Group - 1st Thursday at 12 noon in the Library and in homes
The Women’s Lunch Group meets monthly for a brown bag lunch.
Contact: Blythe Sterling
Men’s Group - 3rd Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. (Zoom option)
The Men’s Group meets in members’ homes. We share common concerns, life experiences, and accumulated wisdom, as well as other current topics of interest.
Contact: Jorge Dominguez
Needle Crafts Ministry - At home and occasionally after the Women's Lunch
Knitters and crocheters create beautiful shawls for UUFESians and members of the community
who might appreciate a gift of warmth and comfort. At present, three or four UUFESians are
knitting, and several shawls and lap blankets are in reserve. Anyone who would like to help
and/or learn to knit would be warmly welcome.
Contact:: Eleanor Jenkins
Poetry Group - Tuesdays 4 (Zoom)
Eight to ten UUFESians consider a poet's work over two meetings. Recent poets, suggested by
group members, include Forrest Gander, Ada Limón, Lucy Larcom, Mary Oliver, Robert Frost, Pablo Neruda,
and Mark Nepo. The group has also hosted poets Arthur Sze, Brian Evans-Jones, and Richard Tillinghast.
Contact: David Wilkins
Tamworth Meditation Group - Tuesdays/Thursdays at 4:30 in the Sanctuary
An hour of sitting and walking meditation. Meditation instruction available.
Contacts: Ed Parsons and Mark DuMars
Every UUFES group and every UUFES ministry is cis, trans, and non-binary inclusive.
All are warmly welcome!
For more information about any of these groups and Zoom links,
contact the office at
uufesoffice@gmail.com, or by phone at 603-323-8585.
Last Updated: 3/5/25
