Consult our online calendar tinyurl.com/caluucnc for upcoming events.

Current Health and Safety policy (replaces previous COVID policy)

Chalice Circle Sundays

Religious Exploration experiences for three multi-age groups:

• Elementary classes (grades K-4) meet on the first and third Sundays at 9 AM (January 11 & 25).
• Coming of Age classes (grades 5-8+) date/time/place TBA
• Teen/adult discussion group meets on the third Sunday at 10 AM (January 18).

Potluck Dinners

resume Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 PM
at 222 Temple St, Fredonia NY

From National Geographic: “According to the 2025 World Happiness Report, meal sharing ranks among the strongest predictors of well-being, comparable to factors like income and employment.”

Weekly potluck dinners will return on Wednesdays in January. We will vary the themes, with a vegan potluck on Wednesday, January 21, but all foods — including fish and meat — are welcome at the other January potlucks.

Please bring a dish to pass, and please list the ingredients for anyone with dietary concerns.

January 21: Viva Vegan! Please bring plant based foods only. If you are not vegan you are most welcome to come discover just how delicious a vegan meal can be! Vegan desserts and beverages are welcome.

January 28: Creative Casseroles! Please bring a favorite casserole dish to share. And, as always, beverages and desserts are appreciated.

February 4, 11, 18 & 25: Heart Healthy Eating! As we celebrate the month that includes Valentine’s Day, let’s share some potluck dinners with a theme of Heart Healthy Eating! Interpretation is up to you; surprise us with a heart healthy entree, side dish, beverage, or dessert of your choice.

There is a sign-up sheet on the back table for set-up and clean up duties. If you plan to attend, please plan to help out. Many hands make light work!

Contact: Leanna McMahon

Great UUCNC Chili Cook-off

Thanks to all who helped with the Chili Cook-off in January, preparing chili, raffle baskets and baked goods, providing the wonderful music, helping with set-up and clean-up, and tasting the entries! Special thanks to Chili Cook-off organizers Janey Wagner, Wendell Maggitti, and Sharon Piehler. We netted $440 for our operating budget. Added to our first fundraiser of the fiscal year, the July Yard Sale, we have brought in nearly $2,715 toward our fundraising goal of $3,500!

Cup of Kindness Cafe

Friday, February 20, 7-10 PM
at 222 Temple St, Fredonia NY

One Friday each month we offer FREE coffee, snacks, and great conversation at our Friday night coffeehouse, the Cup of Kindness Cafe.

All are welcome—a special shout out to university students, LGBTQ+ individuals, and just about anyone who just wants a safe and welcoming place to be themselves.

A freewill offering will be accepted, but there is no obligation. Sadly, this will be the last Cup of Kindness Cafe until further notice.

Questions? Contact Rev. Ron Skowronski.

Supporting the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee

Thanks to all who joined fellow Unitarian Universalists across the country in upholding human rights work around the globe through Guest at Your Table, a seasonal collection for the UU Service Committee (UUSC), a nonprofit, nonsectarian organization advancing human rights together with an international community of grassroots partners and advocates. Together, members and friends of UUCNC have donated over $960 so far.

You may still donate online any time through June 30, listing your congregation as the UU Congregation of Northern Chautauqua: uusc.org/givetoguest

Your tax deductible donation of $40 or more earns you and your family annual UUSC membership benefits. Donations of $150 or more are eligible to be matched by the UU Congregation at Shelter Rock in Manhasset, NY.