Adult programs, Social and Interest Groups
Are you interested in Adult Programming or Community Groups? We have groups that meet both in-person and on Zoom. Besides the groups listed below we often have one-time events such as yoga or writing. Please see events on the opening page of our website or in the Uni-Sun for more info. You can also sign up to receive our emails by contacting the office. office@mnvalleyuu.org
American Mah Jongg
Nancy Buckman Coordinator
If you are interested in playing American Mah Jongg, or learning how to play, we have a small group meeting Friday in the Social Hall at 10am.
Beyond Sunday
The Beyond Sunday Morning social gathering meets on the first and third Tuesdays at 1:00 at the Perkins Restaurant at 8324 Lyndale Ave. S. in Bloomington. All members and friends of MVUUF are welcome to attend for a late lunch or beverage and good conversation. We hope to see you there.
Evening Book Club
Joyce McMartin, Coordinator
The Evening Book Group meets on the third Thursday of the month on Zoom at 7 PM. The only requirement is that you read, or attempt to read, the monthly selection. Feel free to come to any or all of the meetings. We welcome newcomers and hope you find the selections interesting. Join us for a lively and informative discussion!
Check the Uni-Sun for books being read.
LIFT: Learning in Fellowship Together (Formerly First Saturday Group)
The First Saturday Group gathers in the social hall on the first Saturday of each month at 10:15 for beverages and conversation. The program begins at 10:30. There usually is a short business meeting at 11:30, followed by lunch. Lunch is provided by a caterer for $7.00 per person. Attendees may bring their own lunches. In order to set up appropriately, those planning to attend should contact the office at office@mnvalleyuu.org
Check the calendar for a list of speakers.
Midweek Centering
Steve Vincent, Coordinator
Midweek Centering meets on Wednesdays at 7:00pm. Sessions have various leaders representing different styles of meditation. Please see Friday email or the Uni-Sun for more details.
Men’s Poker
Steve Danko, Coordinator
The Men’s Poker Group meets on the second Friday of the month at 7:00pm in the social hall. This is a low-stakes poker group that is currently welcoming men who would like to be called to substitute or who have a large enough group (5) to form a second table.
Religion, Ethics, and Ideas
John Peloquin, Coordinator
REI meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00pm on Zoom. The topics vary. All are invited to attend.
Second Thursday Group
John Peloquin, Coordinator
The Second Thursday Group meets the second Thursday of the month at 7pm on Zoom. They have a variety of topics and speakers.