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Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, Carrollton TX - Weekly NewsletterTRANSCRIPT
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the_week@horizonuu a publication of horizon unitarian universalist church V
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horizon unitarian universalist church • 1641 w. hebron pkwy. • carrollton, tx • 75010 6334 t: 972 492 4940 • f: 972 394 05 • email: [email protected]
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FUTURE SUNDAYS Horizon encourages you to attend weekly worship here within your community,
on Sundays at 10:30AM
November 24, THANKSGIVING SERVICE “Lessons of the Pilgrims”- Rev. Hamilton
When our UU religious ancestors landed at Plymouth Rock in 1620, they could have no inkling what that would bloom into. The harvest of that colonial life has been astounding for some. It meant the end of many of the indigenous people though. We tell the story and reflect on what gratitude can do for America. We will break bread together in our annual Thanksgiving Communion.
Future Sundays December 2013 “Incarnation” December’s theme is “Incarnation” from incarnate-embodied in flesh. Traditional Christian theology says that the Father god impregnated a maiden and thus incarnated the divine into a human being. Some would say that all of us have a divine spark in us. Buddhism says we are “nobly born” and our task is to realize what that means and how to live it out. Our reflections this month should ask, “Am I realizing my own spark of divinity?” Even more critically, “What am I incarnating? Is it healthy or am I filling my soul with garbage?” And, “Am I standing in the way of my own divinity?” December 1, “I’ve Been Waiting for a Savior like You” - Rev. Rob Moore The calendar tells us it is time for Advent and Christmas. Advent is a time for waiting and preparation. Christian theology tells us we’re waiting and preparing for one Savior in particular. Perhaps instead we are really waiting and preparing for many saviors to come our way. Perhaps you are the savior someone else is waiting for. Come join us as we try to figure out how to be aware of the many saviors in our lives and how to awaken the savior within us for others.
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December 8, “Incarnation” - Lyssa Jenkens, Intern Minister It is Christmas and, once again, we will gather together to tell stories about the birth of a child called Jesus. Have you ever wondered why we would tell a story over and over, for two millennia, about a god that takes on human form as a helpless baby of very humble birth? A god that is eventually murdered by mortals? This is not the oldest story of divine incarnation but it is one of the more perplexing and provocative versions. On December 8, we will consider our fascination with incarnation in the Christmas story and others that span the ages from antiquity to current, popular culture.
December 15, Choir Christmas Concert: John Rutter’s Gloria It is always a pleasure to hear our choir perform a great work at this holiday season. This year our Music Director, Stanley Moody has chosen John Rutter’s Gloria. This celebratory work will surprise you and give you a taste of the traditional. The accompaniment is trumpets, piano and percussion, so be prepared for a little bombast. John Rutter is a modern composer whose works are widely acclaimed and appreciated. December 22 “What Child Is This?” - Rev. Dennis Hamilton I remember singing “O Holy Night” at church as a boy soprano. Things were so simple then, and holy. Baby Jesus was a magic baby and the story, although odd, was compelling. I think that is when I became a leftist though, favoring the poor and being outraged at the Romans and the Pharisees for selling out and abusing the little people. The irony is that the Church was so much more like the Romans than the Holy Family. Who was this child? What did it all mean for our world? Where was the holy here?
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Chalice Jewelry - The perfect holiday gift! ChaliceArt will be at the church before and after services on Sunday, December 8 to sell beautiful chalice jewelry, including necklaces, rings, earrings, and lapel pins. ChaliceArt is owned by Bruce and Carolyn Cameron, former members of Horizon. They have graciously agreed to donate 25% of total sales to the Coming of Age class, to help fund their upcoming trip to Boston. Credit cards are accepted.
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Annual Thanksgiving Day Potluck Coming Up!
Bring a dish to share and celebrate the feast with church friends
Sign up in Fellowship Hall
This event started in 1995 when Jane Roehl and Mat Matlock were searching for a way to celebrate Thanksgiving far from family. They decided it would be wonderful to invite other people who wanted to share the day to get together at church for the meal. It was a big hit and has been going on ever since! Some of the joys are that there are lots of choices for wonderful food and warmth to having friends to be with!
$2 donation per family requested
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A Note from the DLRE * By Lauren Daniell [email protected]
What is your spirituality type? Prophet, Sage, Mystic or Lover? Making the rounds this week in the DRE email groups and circles was a spirituality quiz. Although very short and basic, it does provide a way for you to recognize your own spiritual style and see the spiritual styles of others. Think of the questions as the first marks on a canvas. Like many quizzes pertaining to faith, this one traces the edges of your spiritual life and how you relate to the sacred. Yet this quiz also reminds us that we are all works in progress and that portraits begun in black and white come alive when we add color. We need space to change and grow, and ways to help us fill out our lives and move ever closer to the Divine, however that is defined for you. Your responses are not simply conclusions; they are beginning points for new discoveries, brilliant adventures, and fruitful growth. In answering these questions, you can both discern more clearly who you are, and discover new avenues for spiritual growth. A Sage is characterized by a thinking or head spirituality, A Prophet experiences spirituality best through serving others. A Lover is a feeling type, whose spirituality comes primarily from the heart or emotions, and A Mystic is known for imaginative, intuitive spirituality, like walks in the woods, reading poetry or meditating. http://prayer-center.upperroom.org/resources/quiz
I’d love to hear about the results of your quizzes. (I’m a “Sage” by the way) Yours in Faith,
Lauren
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Heifer International Fundraiser in RE in December
For the next few weeks, the children in each religious education class will discuss how Heifer gives a hand up instead of a handout to needy families. Recipient families learn sustainable farming practices and how to earn income from their gift. Heifer chooses animal with “seven M’s” value—they provide milk, meat, material, manure, muscle, money, and motivation. Heifer’s policy of passing on the gift means the animal’s offspring will be given to another family in the village in a cycle of empowerment that has been going on for over 65 years!
What can your child do? Let them raise money for Heifer by doing “chores for change” around the house. They can also check out www.heifer.org to learn more about Heifer!
How can you help? Have a conversation with your child about our UU values, including the inherent worth of each person and the importance of making the world a better place. You are your child’s most important teacher!
Buy shares of animals to honor family, friends, and teachers, and lead by example—tell your family to buy you a share of a goat or honeybees as an alternative to just “more stuff” this holiday!
Contact Katie at 214-351-9816 or [email protected]. Thank you!
UU Parenting Corner
This is a new section of the newsletter just for parents raising their children in the UU faith. Each month we’ll explore a topic relevant to raising children as UUs. November’s topic is “gratitude.”
How can I teach my child to be more grateful for all he or she has? Find a goodwill project That doesn't mean you need to drag your toddler off to a soup kitchen every week, says Lewis. Instead, figure out some way he can actively participate in helping someone else, even if it's as simple as making cupcakes for a sick neighbor. As you're stirring the batter or adding sprinkles, talk about how you're making them for a special person, and how happy the recipient will be. Model generosity When our children see us giving to others, such as donating clothing, it inspires them to go through their own closets and give something special to those in need, as well.
Practice saying no. Of course kids ask for toys, video games, and candy -- sometimes on an hourly basis. It's difficult, if not impossible, to feel grateful when your every whim is granted. Saying no a lot makes saying yes that much sweeter.
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Announcements: Children’s and Youth RE No RE classes December 22nd and 29th
There will be no formal RE classes these Sundays to give our students, families and hard-working teachers time to travel and spend with loved ones over the holidays.
Tree Trimming Party and Heifer
International Fundraiser December 8th
after the service All are invited to the annual Tree Trimming Party which is also the kickoff for the Heifer International fundraising event. There will be a potluck lunch, ornament making, face painting, live music and visit by Santa for the little ones.
Attention Youth: Gulf Coast Rally
January 17-19, 2014 Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church in Houston Sign up information available soon
Playground Work Day
Saturday, January 25th
9am-12 noon
Come help give our kids’ playground a facelift by donating an hour or two on Saturday morning in January. We’ll spread some mulch under the swings and slides to make sure our children can play safely, add sand to our fantastic sandbox, and give the deck a little TLC. Many hands make light work! Coffee and snacks provided.
This is the last week to bring in Your Empty Ink Cartridges
for COA!
Horizon member John Bloomer has challenged the congregation to bring in as many empty ink cartridges as possible. We get money for each cartridge donated. He will double the amount we receive up to $200. Ink cartridges can be dropped off in the black trash can the kitchen labelled “Ink Cartridge Recycling.”
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Upcoming dates for Children’s and Youth
Religious Education
November 22nd (Friday 7pm) Boxing Party to send care packages to loved ones December 1st: Children’s Chapel, grades K-5, 10:30-10:45, Portable #8 December 8th: (Sunday) Tree Trimming Party, 12-3 pm December 22nd: NO RE classes, Preschool – 12th grade December 24th: Christmas Eve service December 29th: No RE classes, Preschool-12th grade
January 5th: RE classes resume, Preschool-12th grade
January 17-19th: Youth Rally at Emerson UU-Houston January 25th: Playground work day (Saturday) 9am-12pm February 1st: RE teacher appreciation dinner, Temple Beth Shalom (Dallas)
Care Package Party
Friday, November 22nd @ 7pm
Do you have a college student or a loved one who lives
out of town that you’d like to surprise with treats from
home? The next packing party will be Friday, November
22nd at 7 pm. Bring a plain cardboard box and packing
matierials (eg bubble wrap,) non-perishable items the
recipient will enjoy, and a dish to share at the party.
Contact Lisa Casto or Lynn Schluns for more information,
or email [email protected].
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Adult Religious Education Horizon offers its adults many ways to deepen their faith, from our on-going Adult Religious Explorations Forum on Sunday mornings to classes during the week, such as Articulating Your UU Faith and Building Your Own Theology. Here are the courses currently running.
First Wednesdays with Rev. Dennis Hamilton, Lyssa Jenkens and Lauren Daniell
7-9 pm (6:30 brown bag supper)
December 4 - Incarnating The first Wednesday evening of the month will be a time for us to gather together to explore our monthly themes in depth. After a short worship service, we’ll break into groups to discuss how these themes wend their ways through our lives and our Unitarian Universalist faith.
Building Your Own Theology with JuLane Mondays 7-9 pm until December 9 Enrollment capped at 12: [email protected] The Building Your Own Theology course invites each of us to develop our own religious understanding and a deeper sense of what each of us, individually, believes and values. The BYOT class will also help you develop a deeper understanding of Unitarian Universalism.
Adult Religious Explorations Sunday mornings, 9:00-10:15 am Horizon Library
This Sunday morning gathering is a forum for different ideas and beliefs to help our members explore their spirituality. It features a wide variety of speakers from both in and outside of Horizon, and topics vary from the spiritual to the ethical, to discussions about current events or books. Please refer to the special Adult Religious Explorations section in the newsletter to see this month’s topics
Final Week! >>>>
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First Wednesdays
“Incarnating” Wednesday, December 4th
7-9 pm
To “incarnate” means to embody in flesh. Traditional Christian
theology says that a maiden conceived and gave birth to Jesus, and
thus incarnated the divine into a human being. Some would say that
all of us have a divine spark in us. Buddhism says we are “nobly
born” and our task is to realize what that means and how to live it
out. Our reflections this month should ask, “Am I realizing my own
spark of divinity?” Even more critically, “What am I incarnating? Is it
healthy or am I filling my soul with rubbish?” And, “Am I standing in
the way of my own divinity?”
Join the Rev. Dennis Hamilton, Lyssa Jenkens and Lauren Daniell for
an exploration of the Horizon monthly theme
Brown bag dinner and conversation begin at 6:30 Reserve childcare at [email protected]
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Adult Religious Explorations Contact: [email protected]
Sunday mornings 9:00 – 10:10 am Horizon Library
November 24, 2013 Hanukkah: It's an interesting coincidence that Hanukkah
comes so early this year: it starts the night before Thanksgiving. Normally, we talk about how Hanukkah is different from Christmas and the other "light" celebrations at the end of the year, but this time we have the opportunity to reflect on some different aspects of the holiday. Join J. P. DeMeritt on Sunday, November 24th for a discussion of how Hanukkah is actually more like Thanksgiving. No turkey will be served, but leave room for a jelly doughnut.
LOST AND FOUND There is a blue gift bag that contains a blue and white striped knitted
scarf. Considering where it was located, we believe it might have been donated to PASTA, but no information (donor, pricing) accompanied it. Please contact [email protected] if you have information about this item.
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CALENDAR: What’s Going On At Horizon?
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 24 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Adult Religious Explorations - E3 - Library 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CAYRE - Child Care - S1 - Nursery 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Tamale sales for COA - RL - Lobby / Narthex, TOH - Table 6 10:15 AM - 12:30 PM Library Ministry - Open for Browsing - E3 - Library 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM CAYRE - Children's Chapel 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Main Worship - SH - Sanc. 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM After Church Lunch Bunch -- All Are Welcome! - Other - Offsite 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wellspring 2013/14 - P2 – Couch
MONDAY NOVEMBER 25
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Building Your Own Theology Class - P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Membership Committee - E3 – Library
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 26
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Horizon Book Club - E3 - Library 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday Wisdom Circle - E3 – Library
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 27
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Library Ministry - E3 - Library 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM WFIG (Women's Friendship in Growth) Chalice Circle - E3 – Library
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 28 Happy Thanksgiving!
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM THANKSGIVING POTLUCK DINNER! - FH - Fellowship Hall, KI - Kitch 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM Restorative Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 29
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Candlelighters - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM FREE MOVIE NIGHT! - SH - Sanc.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 30
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM HANNUKAH POTLUCK DINNER - FESTIVAL
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SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMUNITY TASK FORCE INVITES YOU TO HELP LOCAL FAMILIES DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON
#1 WORK IN THE HOLIDAY STORE
Sunday December 15th from 12:30p to 3:00pm o Store Location: 2661 Midway Road, Suite 216 Trinity Mills, Carrollton o Volunteers (14) will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis by contacting
Victoria Simmons – [email protected] or 425-802-0743. ***If there is enough demand, we could pick up a second shift.
If you are interested in finding other days and times that might work better for you as an individual, you can sign up online at the link below and peruse all MSS volunteer opportunities: https://app.volunteer2.com/Public/SignUp?organizationGUID=3a971fdb-ae71-4b7b-8550-e66ab433f09c&signupFormId=1
#2 DONATE TOYS, COATS, FOOD OR PRE-MADE FOOD BOXES
The following items can be dropped off in the METROCREST boxes in the lobby of the Church from Dec 1st through Dec 15th.
A PRE-MADE HOLIDAY BOX: Put all the following items into the food box:
o 2 cans green beans o 1 or 2 lb. sugar o 1 can corn o 1 box of Jell-O/pudding o 1 can fruit o 1 can pumpkin o 1 can meat/chili/canned pasta
with meat o 1can tuna/salmon/seafood o 1can tomato product o 2 ramen/cup of soup/instant
soup packets
o 2 cans of protein beans (pinto, kidney, black, etc)
o 1 box stuffing o 2 cans soups (1
broth/tomato/chicken noodle + 1 primo**)
o 1 box/bag plain pasta o 1 jar peanut butter o 1 box/bag of flavored
rice/instant potatoes/Hamburger Helper
o 2 boxes macaroni and cheese o 1 bag of plain rice
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OR DONATE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL ITEMS:
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ART ON THE HORIZON Nov 17 – Dec 29
Art on the Horizon is featuring the art of local area Unitarian Universalists in a group exhibition.
The show will run from November 17 thru
December 29.
The work of fourteen artists is represented,
displaying works in painting, photography, mixed
media, fabric print and jewelry. Most work is for
sale with 20% commission going to Horizon
Church. We are fortunate to have so many
talented artists who have shared their work for
our enjoyment.
Art on the Horizon Committee:
Marianna Seaton, Linda Alred, Nikki Henderson
Synaptic Plasticity 1, Acrylic; Wendy Marceron, Artist
September Journey, Oil Pastel on Paper; Kelly Bartlett
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Special Groups
If you are considering attending one of these groups for the first time, it is a good idea to contact them via email for more information and to get an orientation of what to expect in your first visit!
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Horizon’s Sunday Morning Journey Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. A new series begins January 12th. In this group, women of all ages practice deep sharing and supportive listening. Sessions are based on the book, Heart to Heart by
Christine Robinson & Alicia Hawkins. Topics are listening, gratitude, balance, forgiveness, God, loss and grief, money, nature, success and failure, friendship, doubt, making peace with parents, sustainable living, rest and relaxation, and endings. Come join us! For more information or to sign up, contact [email protected]. ===================================================================================================
CURIOUS ABOUT SCHEDULE? You can check the calendar at http://calendar.horizonuu.org/
Horizon Book Group: 4th Tuesdays 12p. ([email protected] ) The Horizon Book Group meets at 12 Noon on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the church Library. Every June and November the group decides on the books for the following six months. Bring a brown bag lunch and join in this fun group that is open
to women and men. You’ll be able to share in an invigorating conversation on the session’s book. Current selections are found in the Library information niche in the lobby/narthex. For more info, you may contact [email protected] .
Buddhist Sangha: Tuesdays 7 PM - 9:00 PM. ([email protected] ) Buddhist Sangha ("Sangha" is equivalent to a covenant group) is a weekly gathering that studies the Dharma (the teachings of Buddhism.) This is an ongoing exploration of the Four Noble Truths and the Eight Fold Path, the essential teachings of Buddhism. It is participatory and although consistency is encouraged, sessions can be attended on a drop in basis. We welcome anyone interested in a meditation practice. If you wish to come for an orientation, please arrive by 6:30. If you wish to view materials, e-mail Dennis Hamilton at [email protected] or call 972-529-8187. You may also contact [email protected] .
The UU Christian Chalice Circle ([email protected] ) The UU Christian Chalice Circle provides a forum for enriching our spiritual lives through personal discovery of the heart, meaning, and tradition of Christianity. We gather monthly on the 1st Sunday at 9AM in the library for discussion, fellowship, and exploration. All those seeking to connect (or re-connect) to the beauty and wisdom of Christianity are welcome to attend. Email [email protected]
The CineMat Group ([email protected] ) The CineMat group will be meeting on the 4th Saturday every month. And it’s now a Chalice
Circle!. This Chalice Circle gets together to see a movie and then goes to a coffee shop or restaurant to discuss and comment on it in a friendly circle over a cup of coffee or drink. People
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should call Meg Reed or Marga Gordon for more info, or email [email protected].
GAMERS: 3rd FRIDAY FUN AT HORIZON! ([email protected] ) Come join us for adult level games on the 3rd Friday of every month. We meet in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 p.m. Bring a snack or drink to share.!
Healthy Women Chalice Circle ([email protected] ) A woman’s support group to help achieve their goals of health and fitness. Sharing of ideas and experiences in nutrition, weight loss, exercise and stress
management.
Men’s Saturday Support Group ([email protected] ) A men’s support group that includes a check-in and informal discussion of men’s issues regarding family, health, workplace, and relationships. Starts at 8AM
The 2nd Tuesday Potluck Chalice Circle ([email protected] ) This group meets for food, fellowship, and deepening friendships. They meet in the library 2nd Tuesday of most months at 12 noon. Occasionally we take a field trip instead of having a potluck lunch.
Tuesday Wisdom Circle ([email protected] ) A chalice circle that offers a check-in and discussion of a weekly life issue topic selected by a group member.
Parents – Forget Red Bull, WE’LL give you Wings! (every other Mon, 9a) ([email protected] ) WINGS Chalice Circle is a fun and friendly group whose purpose is to support the person within each parent by creating friendships and nurturing our intellect and creativity.
The Women’s Friendship in Growth (WFIG) Chalice Circle ([email protected]) Meets on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesdays of each month from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. We welcome women of all ages to join us for fun, connection, and growth. We share stories from our lives and discuss topics that help us get to know one another better. Recent programs have included How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day, a night of Board Games, and TED talks on the Power of Vulnerability, Connected but Alone, and Body Language. We’d love to have you in our group! To find out more, contact Nancy Foreman or Sarah Roye at [email protected].
Young Adult Chalice Circle Principled Commitment has been postponed until a later date. Contact [email protected] for more details.
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After Church Lunch Locations November 2013
Visitors and members welcome! Directions available at the Welcome Center. When we go to a restaurant, we meet there approximately 20 minutes after the service ends. First ones there please get a table for 10+ under the name “Horizon”.
November 24th: Eat St. Kabab Factory: 2540 Old Denton Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006. Excellent Indian, Pakistani, and vegetarian food. They also have grilled items, burgers, tacos, and shakes. $ https://www.facebook.com/EatStKababFactory
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Lively Line Dancing! Forget your cares and join Nancy Foreman & Tina Ulakovic December 14th in a fun night of line dancing, 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. in the Horizon Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome, male and female, any age, whether the dances are familiar or new to you. Fuel for dancing (snacks and drinks) will be provided. The cost for this event will be $5 per adult as it was first offered as an auction event benefitting Horizon. Kids dance free! Line dancing will continue in 2014 on the 2nd Saturday evening of the month. These events will be free and participants will bring snacks to share.
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