Adult Programs

What follows is not intended to be a comprehensive description of UUFC's programs for adults. Rather, its purpose it to provide a flavor of the kinds of activities that are available. For information about what's on our schedule now and in the coming months, go to "What's Happening" on the menu on the left and look at "UUFC Calendar," "Events Summary," and "Newsletters."

Music Opportunities

Music involves the entire congregation of the Fellowship, not simply guest musicians, soloists, and the choir. Virtually all services contain music, and everyone is encouraged to engage and join--in unison or in harmony.

Like to sing? Consider joining the UUFC Choir to sing repertoire ranging from African chants to Bach cantatas. No auditions are necessary and you need not read music, simply show up and commit a few hours a week to harmony. Choir membership is a commitment to Wednesday night rehearsals and contributing to worship services two or three Sundays a month.

Do you play an instrument? Instrumentalists regularly enhance worship services and social events with their talents so perhaps you can be part of a worship service or special program. Contact the Music Director.

Not a musician, but a music lover? Consider joining us to support the choir and the music program by helping plan, organize benefit concerts, social events, and after-rehearsal snacks, coordinate rides for singers and musicians, help file music, or enter information in the music database.

The Fellowship sponsors the Corvallis Community Choir, which welcomes singers of all ages and abilities to its Monday night rehearsals and sing-along sessions. The Community Choir specializes in familiar favorites and special arrangements of old tunes. It's a great place to hone your music skills and warm up your vocal cords.

Social Opportunities

UUs are sociable by nature so many one-time events spring into being because we like to get together! Some examples that are a part of our history are, Waldo Lake Campout, Labor Day Tuna Roast, Fest Event (Thanksgiving dinner preceded by a soccer game and sherry hour), and New Years Eve Party. These and other social events depend on the energy of willing hearts and hands. These are an easy way to join in on a one-time event! Other social events, occasional, seasonal, or ongoing, are identified below. Also, please consider the many volunteer opportunities in our section on "Commmittees/Volunteers"

Aerobics

Keep your body fit! Gentle aerobics are pursued every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4-5 pm in the Social Hall. Fees depend on attendance. Men and women are welcome.

Mens Retreat

The Mens Retreat is held each fall for UU men.

Services Auction

The annual spring Services Auction is a major social event, and it is an important community builder when donor and purchaser meet. Donors are encouraged to give of themselves in time, expertise, personal passion, and/or creativity. We need 80-100 donations plus people to attend and bid on items they desire.

Click here to download the 2009 Services Auction Donation Form

VintAgers

This is a group of people of about retirement age who like to socialize and take in the local arts with a compatible group. Activities range from attending local plays to musical performances to game nights. Watch the UUFC newsletter for notices of events. Any adult is welcome to participate.

Womens Retreat

The Womens Retreat is held each fall for UU women.

Bookstore

We no longer have a bookstore at the Fellowship, but have a member who sells books for us online, please contact the office at 541-752-5218 if you are interested in donating. We will be glad to assist you, many thanks.

Covenant Conversation Groups

Small groups of six to ten people who meet twice a month with a conversational facilitator to get to know each other better and to share their life journeys and the questions underlying their lives. Topics of conversation are selected by group members and have included discussions of gratitude, courage, friendship, failure, forgiveness, death, humor and more. The groups are always open to new members. his is an excellent way for newcomers, friends and members to build a sense of community in the UUFC. Sign-up sheets are available at the visitors table on Sunday.

Reel Spirit

This is a video series offered each year with a religious theme.

Other Discussion Groups

Some adult programs help us reflect on our Unitarian Universalist purposes and principles. Our minister, The Rev. Gretchen Woods, teaches a class each term. Please stay tuned for more details on this after Gretchen's sabbatical is over in June 2009.

Service Opportunities

Newsletter Folding

We meet Tuesday afternoons, approximtely twice a month, at 1:00 to fold, tab, and label the newsletters while we enjoy each other's conversation. We usually finish by 2:30.

Order of Service Folding

Every Friday after 11:00 AM; requires a time committment of about an hour. Please call the office at 541-752-5218 if you are interested in this. We love to have you come chat and fold. Afternoon times are available too on Fridays. Many thanks.

Adopt-a-Highway

Help clean up our local environment! Twice a year (normally spring and fall), a group of UUs pick up trash along the stretch of Hwy.20/34 between Corvallis and Philomath. Watch the newsletter for the next clean-up effort.