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| Join us as we continue to celebrate our 25th anniversary. We’ll be enjoying fabulous views of fall color, the sounds of women’s singing and laughter, and the magic of the UU Womenspirit community! | |
| We want everyone to participate and enjoy this silver celebration! Our Institute worship theme draws inspiration from a Rumi poem; Institute worship will focus on inclusiveness and peace (inside and out) and will flow into Gathering’s worship services based on “Enriching Our Community”. During Gathering worships, we will build on that theme of community: our personal community, connecting our communities, and strengthening our community. During worships and throughout the event, we will share personal stories, perform ritual, and take home personal mementos of our explorations.Information about registration for this event will be available at the spring event. Be sure to register early so you will be able to attend all the sessions that you want! We expect this event to fill quickly. | |
| Fall 2012 Planning Committee Katie Bloedau, Event Coordinator Linda Bloedau, Tracks/Workshops Coordinator Helen Rogers, Gathering Worship Kate Stockman, Institute Worship Iris Padgett, Sales and Activities Rebecca Adams, Scribe |
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Institute The Institute offers 60 women an intimate and intensive environment in which to explore life’s journeys, joys and experiences. We will gather for meals, worship rituals and a wide variety of evening activities. Institute Registration begins at 3:00pm on Wednesday. Gathering The Gathering begins on Friday evening as our numbers and energy swell. For Saturday, you may choose either an all-day, or two half-day workshops covering a spectrum of subjects. We will again gather for meals, worship rituals, and a wide variety of evening activities. The Gathering registration begins at 3:00pm on Friday afternoon, followed by Social Hour at 5:00 to give the 100 plus women a chance to introduce themselves to one another and the Membership Meeting at 6:00 to review business operations. One of our most popular Saturday evening activities is the traditional Saturday night Womenspirit Cabaret. Provide entertainment or just join in the applause. Be it poetry, song, music, dance, or performance art, all are welcome in this safe, fun, supportive environment. |
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| Sacred Sales: Anyone attending the event may request space to sell woman-made creations or items from her woman-owned business. Artists keep 90% of the sales and give 10% to UUWS. Please download the sales agreement and send it in with your registration. Space is limited so sign up early. You will be responsible for selling your items during the scheduled times.If you are a licensed massage therapist and wish to offer massage, you also need to download a sales agreement and submit it with your registration. You will need to provide your own table and find your own space. Proof of insurance will be required. PLEASE check with cabin mates before offering massage in your cabin. You can reserve a space in the sales area where women can sign up. Therapists keep 90% and give 10% to UUWS. |
Financial Assistance: UU Womenspirit is proud to offer some financial assistance to those who need it. Volunteer! The Coordinating Council is always looking for track and workshop proposals for future events. Please complete the form and return it to our Volunteer Coordinator. Her email address is Volunteers AT UUWomenspirit DOT org. There are many ways to get involved with UU Womenspirit other than facilitating a workshop or track. If you would like to volunteer for other valued positions and tasks, please review the Volunteer Opportunities form, fill out what you would like to do and send it in! |
| Location: UU Womenspirit Institute and Gathering are held at The Mountain, just outside of Highlands, NC. Please use these links to get more information.
Directions to the Mountain If you have any questions about UU Womenspirit, please contact our Membership Chair via email: Membership AT uuwomenspirit DOT org. |
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