BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UU Wausau - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:UU Wausau X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://uuwausau.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UU Wausau REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T200000 DTSTAMP:20260319T170657Z CREATED:20260319T170502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T170657Z UID:10010424-1764873000-1764878400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Opening the Hand of Thought DESCRIPTION:Opening the Hand of Thought: Foundations of Zen Buddhist PracticeMonthly Book Discussion Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin fellow UU Wausau members for a six-month journey through Opening the Hand of Thought by Kosho Uchiyama\, an introduction to Zen Buddhist practice that “goes directly to the heart of Zen practice\,” exploring self\, peace\, and interconnection.The group begins on Wednesday\, November 12\, and will then meet on the first Wednesdays and Thursdays\, 6:30–8:00 pm\, through April. Each session will cover 1–2 chapters with guiding questions shared in advance.Please contact Mark Kordus to sign up: markkordus13@gmail.com or 715-781-9976.  For more details\, please click here. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/book-discussion-opening-the-hand-of-thought-3/2025-12-04/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Setember-9-7PM-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T200000 DTSTAMP:20251112T170900Z CREATED:20251029T141153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T170900Z UID:10009980-1764873000-1764878400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Opening the Hand of Thought DESCRIPTION:Opening the Hand of Thought: Foundations of Zen Buddhist PracticeMonthly Book Discussion Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin fellow UU Wausau members for a six-month journey through Opening the Hand of Thought by Kosho Uchiyama\, an introduction to Zen Buddhist practice that “goes directly to the heart of Zen practice\,” exploring self\, peace\, and interconnection.The group begins on Wednesday\, November 12\, and will then meet on the first Wednesdays and Thursdays\, 6:30–8:00 pm\, through April. Each session will cover 1–2 chapters with guiding questions shared in advance.Please contact Mark Kordus to sign up: markkordus13@gmail.com or 715-781-9976.  For more details\, please click here. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/book-discussion-opening-the-hand-of-thought-2/2025-12-04/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Setember-9-7PM-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T200000 DTSTAMP:20251112T170900Z CREATED:20251029T141153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T170900Z UID:10009674-1764786600-1764792000@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Opening the Hand of Thought DESCRIPTION:Opening the Hand of Thought: Foundations of Zen Buddhist PracticeMonthly Book Discussion Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin fellow UU Wausau members for a six-month journey through Opening the Hand of Thought by Kosho Uchiyama\, an introduction to Zen Buddhist practice that “goes directly to the heart of Zen practice\,” exploring self\, peace\, and interconnection.The group begins on Wednesday\, November 12\, and will then meet on the first Wednesdays and Thursdays\, 6:30–8:00 pm\, through April. Each session will cover 1–2 chapters with guiding questions shared in advance.Please contact Mark Kordus to sign up: markkordus13@gmail.com or 715-781-9976.  For more details\, please click here. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/book-discussion-opening-the-hand-of-thought-2/2025-12-03/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Setember-9-7PM-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005804-1763195400-1763199000@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-11-15/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T210000 DTSTAMP:20251006T151821Z CREATED:20251006T151819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T151821Z UID:10009651-1763143200-1763154000@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Annual First UU Thanksgiving Dinner DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Annual First UU Thanksgiving Dinner. Please note that this event is serving as the November Second Friday Nighters event. \n\n\n\nWhat: An evening of readings\, songs\, toasts\, feasting and fellowship \n\n\n\nWhen/where: Friday\, November 14th at 6:00 pm in the First UU Wausau Dining Room \n\n\n\nProvided: Turkey\, potatoes and gravy\, plates\, glasses and tableware \n\n\n\nBring: In addition to family and friends\, please bring: \n\n\n\n\nA dish to share – vegetable\, salad\, bread\, dressing\, or dessert\n\n\n\nA toasting beverage\n\n\n\nA contribution to cover the cost of turkey\n\n\n\n\nFor information or to volunteer to help\, call Sheryl Hemp at (715) 571-0604 or email her at wishemp@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/annual-first-uu-thanksgiving-dinner-2/ CATEGORIES:Church Events & Traditions,Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Thanksgiving-Dinner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T200000 DTSTAMP:20251029T141054Z CREATED:20251014T155908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T141054Z UID:10009668-1762972200-1762977600@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Opening the Hand of Thought DESCRIPTION:Opening the Hand of Thought: Foundations of Zen Buddhist PracticeMonthly Book Discussion Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUPDATE:  The first meeting is now Wednesday\, November 12 (not November 5). \n\n\n\nJoin fellow UU Wausau members for a six-month journey through Opening the Hand of Thought by Kosho Uchiyama\, an introduction to Zen Buddhist practice that “goes directly to the heart of Zen practice\,” exploring self\, peace\, and interconnection.The group begins Wednesday\, November 12\, and meets on the first Wednesdays\, 6:30–8:00 pm\, through April. Each session will cover 1–2 chapters with guiding questions shared in advance.All are welcome\, but space is limited to 10 participants. Please know that this group is over full but we are adding a second meeting date each month to accommodate a few more people. Please contact Mark Kordus to sign up: markkordus13@gmail.com or 715-781-9976.  For more details\, please click here. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/book-discussion-opening-the-hand-of-thought/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Setember-9-7PM-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005803-1760776200-1760779800@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-10-18/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T200000 DTSTAMP:20260127T153459Z CREATED:20250915T181008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T153459Z UID:10009506-1760119200-1760126400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Nighters DESCRIPTION:Second Friday Nighters\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease join Dawn Ashenbrenner and Saleem Surti from 6 – 8pm on Friday\, October 10th\, for Second Friday Nighters.  Enjoy the company of other UUs and friends – all ages welcome. Hosts will provide beverages\, please bring an appetizer\, dessert\, or snack to share. Any questions call or text Dawn at 715-212-6481.  To attend\, simply come to 6306 Hubert Avenue\, Weston. Please be aware there is a cat in the home. \n\n\n\nWhat IS Second Friday Nighters?\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSecond Friday Nighters is a long-standing tradition at UU Wausau! Sometimes\, a fun-filled intergenerational evening in our very own church atrium\, and other times\, a privately hosted adult-only event. If you’d like to host Second Friday Nighters\, please click here. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions please contact the Congregational Administrator or call 715-842-3697. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/second-friday-nighters-3/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/UU-Wausau-Event16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005802-1758357000-1758360600@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-09-20/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005801-1755333000-1755336600@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-08-16/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005800-1752913800-1752917400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-07-19/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005799-1750494600-1750498200@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-06-21/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T193000 DTSTAMP:20250403T154546Z CREATED:20250108T193719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T154546Z UID:10008390-1747938600-1747942200@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Minister's Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Minister’s Book Club on Thursday\, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. as we discuss Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. \n\n\n\nIn Braiding Sweetgrass\, botanist and Citizen Potawatomi Nation member Robin Wall Kimmerer weaves science and Indigenous wisdom into a profound exploration of our connection with nature. Through stories of plants\, animals\, and ecology\, she reveals how the natural world offers gifts and lessons—if we learn to listen. Blending myth\, history\, and personal reflection\, Kimmerer argues that fostering ecological consciousness begins with recognizing our reciprocal relationship with the earth. \n\n\n\nYou’re welcome to come whether or not you’ve finished the book—though the discussion is definitely more engaging if you’ve had a chance to read it. \n\n\n\nJoin us for great discussions and fellowship as we explore thought-provoking books this winter and spring! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/ministers-book-club-4/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ministers-Book-Club-2025-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005798-1747470600-1747474200@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-05-17/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T130000 DTSTAMP:20250319T180142Z CREATED:20250319T175322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T180142Z UID:10008521-1745754300-1745758800@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Board of Trustees - Listening Session DESCRIPTION:The Board Listening Session will be held on Sunday\, April 27 after church in the dining room. This is your opportunity to share thoughts\, concerns\, or feedback with the Board of Trustees in an open setting. We encourage you to participate and have your voice heard! \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/board-of-trustees-listening-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Board-Listening-Session-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T193000 DTSTAMP:20250403T154355Z CREATED:20250108T193534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T154355Z UID:10008389-1745519400-1745523000@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Minister's Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Minister’s Book Club on Thursday\, April 24 at 6:30 p.m. as we discuss Moonbound by Robin Sloan. \n\n\n\nRobin Sloan expands the Penumbraverse in Moonbound\, a thrilling far-future adventure. Eleven thousand years from now\, Ariel\, a boy from a remote village\, embarks on a journey filled with danger\, discovery\, and a mission to save the world. Guided by a sentient AI with a unique view of history\, Ariel faces unknown enemies\, a mysterious girl\, and even dragons. Blending ancient myth with futuristic wonder\, Sloan crafts an epic tale of adventure\, storytelling\, and the boundless possibilities of imagination. And this is only the beginning. \n\n\n\nYou’re welcome to come whether or not you’ve finished the book—though the discussion is definitely more engaging if you’ve had a chance to read it. \n\n\n\nUpcoming Minister’s Book Club Dates \n\n\n\n\nMay 22: Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Braiding Sweetgrass\n\n\n\n\nAll meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. here at the church in Yawkey Hall unless otherwise noted. Join us for great discussions and fellowship as we explore thought-provoking books this winter and spring! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/ministers-book-club-3/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ministers-Book-Club-2025-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005797-1745051400-1745055000@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-04-19/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T193000 DTSTAMP:20250325T160712Z CREATED:20250108T193224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T160712Z UID:10008388-1743100200-1743103800@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Minister’s Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Minister’s Book Club on Thursday\, March 27 at 6:30 p.m. as we discuss Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar.  \n\n\n\nMartyr! by Kaveh Akbar is a poetry collection exploring themes of identity\, faith\, suffering\, and the search for meaning. The poems examine personal and collective histories\, delving into cultural and spiritual belonging. Akbar blends vivid imagery with introspective reflections\, addressing the intersections of faith\, mortality\, and understanding in a turbulent world. Drawing from his Iranian background and experiences with faith\, family\, and exile\, the collection explores how personal struggles intersect with broader societal forces\, offering deep emotional and philosophical insight. \n\n\n\nUpcoming Minister’s Book Club Dates \n\n\n\n\nApril 24: Robin Sloan’s Moonbound\n\n\n\nMay 22: Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Braiding Sweetgrass\n\n\n\n\nAll meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. here at the church in Yawkey Hall unless otherwise noted. Join us for great discussions and fellowship as we explore thought-provoking books this winter and spring! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/ministers-book-club-2/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ministers-Book-Club-2025-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005796-1742027400-1742031000@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-03-15/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T130000 DTSTAMP:20250116T180254Z CREATED:20250116T174147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T180254Z UID:10008401-1740915900-1740920400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Board of Trustees - Listening Session DESCRIPTION:The Board Listening Service will be held on Sunday\, March 2 after service in the dining room. This is your opportunity to share thoughts\, concerns\, or feedback with the Board of Trustees in an open setting. We encourage you to participate and have your voice heard! \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/board-of-trustees-listening-session/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Board-Listening-Session-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T193000 DTSTAMP:20250110T194202Z CREATED:20250108T192712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T194202Z UID:10008387-1740681000-1740684600@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Minister's Book Club DESCRIPTION:Minister’s Book Club Resumes in February\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us for the return of Brian’s Book Club on Thursday\, February 27\, at 6:30 p.m.\, as we dive into Sally Rooney’s novel Intermezzo. This story follows two brothers\, Peter and Ivan\, as they navigate the complexities of grief\, love\, and self-discovery after their father’s death. Peter\, a successful lawyer\, struggles to balance his enduring first love with a chaotic new relationship\, while Ivan\, a young chess prodigy\, forms an unexpected bond with an older woman. Together\, their journeys explore the fragility and resilience of family and connection. \n\n\n\nMinister’s Book Club Dates & Books \n\n\n\nAll meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. here at the church in Yawkey Hall unless otherwise noted. \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 27: Intermezzo by Sally Rooney\n\n\n\nMarch 27: Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar\n\n\n\nApril 24: TBD\n\n\n\nMay 22: TBD\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for great discussions and fellowship as we explore thought-provoking books this winter and spring! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/ministers-book-club/2025-02-27/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ministers-Book-Club-2025-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005795-1739608200-1739611800@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-02-15/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T130000 DTSTAMP:20250116T180128Z CREATED:20250116T173843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T180128Z UID:10008400-1737287100-1737291600@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Board of Trustees - Listening Session DESCRIPTION:The Board Listening Service will be held on Sunday\, January 19 after service. This is your opportunity to share thoughts\, concerns\, or feedback with the Board of Trustees in an open setting. We encourage you to participate and have your voice heard! \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/board-listening-session/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Board-Listening-Session-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005794-1737189000-1737192600@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2025-01-18/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005793-1734769800-1734773400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2024-12-21/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T235959 DTSTAMP:20241219T160628Z CREATED:20241216T181823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T160628Z UID:10002968-1734739200-1734825599@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Blue Christmas · Winter Solstice Gathering DESCRIPTION:Blue Christmas – Winter Solstice Gathering\, led by Randy Jefferson\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us for our annual Winter Solstice gathering that recognizes the complexity of emotions that can accompany the holiday season. On the longest night of the year\, we come together to observe the passage from darkness to light with readings\, songs\, quiet meditation\, candles\, and letting go. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join in this special intergenerational seasonal service\, which honors our earth-centered traditions that celebrate the sacred circle of life. \n\n\n\nIt’s a meaningful event reminding us that we can find strength and comfort in one another’s company\, offering a beacon of hope amid darkness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us On Sundays For Services That Inform & Inspire\n\n\n\nSermons at UU Wausau encompass many topics\, but always with the intent of cultivating dialogue and fostering growth. On any given Sunday\, you will hear a sermon that stimulates your thinking about life\, opens a new perspective on the Bible\, or speaks to the state of the world with words of hope or healing. Join us Sunday in person as we worship together. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/blue-christmas-%c2%b7-winter-solstice-gathering-3/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Church Events & Traditions,Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Blue-Christmas-Featured-Graphic-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260127T154628Z CREATED:20241125T194141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T154628Z UID:10008259-1733658300-1733666400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:As required by the Bylaws\, an annual meeting of the Congregation will be held in the sanctuary Sunday\, December 8th\, at 11:45 AM after the service. All members will receive an emailed copy of the annual report to the Congregation. If you would like a hard copy\, please contact the Congregational Administrator Kris Kilcoyne or call (715) 842-3697 to make arrangements. The following documents will be included in the annual report:  \n\n\n\n\nReports of officers and staff\n\n\n\nAn election slate for members to the Board of Trustees\, the Endowment Committee\, and the Nominating Committee\n\n\n\nThe annual budget\n\n\n\nMinutes from the last annual meeting\n\n\n\nA notice of any bylaw changes. \n\n\n\n\nDuring the meeting\, the Congregation will be asked to vote on the next year’s officers\, the annual budget\, and any proposed  bylaw changes. If you are unable to attend the meeting\, you can also request an absentee ballot ahead of time. This would then need to be returned to the church by the day of the annual meeting in order to be included in the vote. Please contact Kris if you want an absentee ballot. All church members are allowed to vote. Jeff LeighBoard President URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/annual-meeting-2/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/the-climate-reality-project-Hb6uWq0i4MI-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241128T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241128T101500 DTSTAMP:20241120T190749Z CREATED:20241119T225138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T190749Z UID:10008258-1732784400-1732788900@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Day Yoga Class DESCRIPTION:Before your holiday get-togethers begin\, come to the atrium for yoga on Thanksgiving Day. Yoga instructor Gigi Heinz will lead slow flow yoga beginning at 9:00 a.m. and ending around 10:15. Bring yourself\, bring a friend if you like\, a yoga mat\, blanket\, and a non-perishable food item for the food pantry. Let’s unite in gratitude of our many blessings! URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/thanksgiving-day-yoga-class/ CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Yoga-Class-11.28.24-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T153441Z CREATED:20240917T142118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153441Z UID:10005792-1731745800-1731749400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Women's Early Risers DESCRIPTION:Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not! \n\n\n\nThe group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave\, Schofield\, WI 54476). \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/womens-early-risers-4/2024-11-16/ LOCATION:UU Wausau\, 504 Grant Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sunrise-scaled.jpg GEO:44.96241;-89.62461 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UU Wausau 504 Grant Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=504 Grant Street:geo:-89.62461,44.96241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T210000 DTSTAMP:20241030T173920Z CREATED:20240923T142340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T173920Z UID:10007982-1731693600-1731704400@uuwausau.org SUMMARY:Annual First UU Thanksgiving Dinner DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Annual First UU Thanksgiving Dinner \n\n\n\nWhat: An evening of readings\, songs\, toasts\, feasting and fellowship \n\n\n\nWhen/where: Friday\, November 15th at 6:00 pm in the First UU Wausau Dining Room \n\n\n\nProvided: Turkey\, potatoes and gravy\, plates and tableware \n\n\n\nBring: In addition to family and friends\, please bring: \n\n\n\n\nA dish to share – vegetable\, salad\, bread\, dressing\, or dessert\n\n\n\nA toasting beverage and glasses\n\n\n\nA contribution to cover the cost of turkey\n\n\n\n\nThe sign-up sheet is on the table in the atrium after service every Sunday and is also available during office hours. The deadline to sign up is Friday\, November 8. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor more information\, to volunteer\, or if you have any questions. call Sheryl Hemp at (715) 571-0604 or email her at wishemp@gmail.com. URL:https://uuwausau.org/event/annual-first-uu-thanksgiving-dinner/ CATEGORIES:Church Events & Traditions,Congregation Led Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uuwausau.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Thanksgiving-Dinner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR