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SUMMARY:Alliance Treasures & Cookie Sale
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to the Alliance Treasures & Cookie Sale in Buchan Hall after the services on December 7 and 14. \nYou’ll find lots of jewelry\, beautiful scarves\, Christmas treasures\, and unique handmade items\, as well as homemade cookies galore! \n(You could even buy some to freeze and save for the Christmas Cookie Potluck on December 21!)
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/alliance-treasures-cookie-sale/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T005916Z
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SUMMARY:The Alliance Presents "A Musical Conversation with Garrett Bond"
DESCRIPTION:Join for music and a presentation from Garrett Bond\, our Interim Director of Music Ministries and award-winning vocalist\, pianist\, conductor\, and composer. \nTo participate in the $25 catered lunch after the service\, email AllianceRSVP@firstunitarianportland.org.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/the-alliance-presents-a-musical-conversation-with-garrett-bond/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Music/Concert,Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T231010Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* How to Write Your Ethical Will
DESCRIPTION:How can you pass on the values and experiences that have given your life its deepest meaning? An Ethical Will can complement a traditional will\, and can be written as a letter or in several other formats. Through facilitator presentations\, class discussions\, sharing in pairs\, writing in and outside of class\, and sharing writing (if desired)\, participants will leave the last class with at least a draft of an Ethical Will. \nDates: October 5 and 19\, and November 2 and 16 \nClass will be supportive and confidential. List is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nEmail facilitator Patty C. with any questions.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/how-to-write-your-ethical-will/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Classroom B304
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20251016T224218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T013603Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* Journey to Articulating Your Faith
DESCRIPTION:A Spiritual Development Opportunity for Adults of All Ages \nJoin Rev. Alison and Rev. Tom for an 8-session course of theological exploration and discovery. Together\, we will trace our spiritual paths\, explore our understandings of the sacred\, human nature\, and religious practice\, and develop our personal credos: an expression of our most sacred beliefs and fundamental values that guide our lives. We will also get a chance to learn a little more about Unitarian Universalist history and build community with one another! \n**Registration is now closed.** \nSchedule: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on November 12\, December 10\, January 14\, February 11\, March 11\, April 8\, May 13\, and June 10.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/journey-to-articulating-your-faith-all-adults/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250908T190519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T193437Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* Writing Life Stories
DESCRIPTION:We all have stories to tell — perhaps big and important events and accomplishments\, or small and quiet everyday happenings that give life meaning. \nJoin fellow congregants to begin or continue writing the narratives of our lives. We will write together\, share if desired\, and create connections with one another through our stories. All levels of writing experience and those with works in progress are welcome. \nDates: September 29\, October 13 and 27\, and November 10 \nPlease commit to all sessions. Class is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nFor questions\, email facilitator Jennifer O.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/writing-life-stories/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20251022T221229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T221229Z
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SUMMARY:Transitions and Housing Options
DESCRIPTION:First Unitarian Senior Engagement (FUSE) presents this forum on transitions and housing options: \n\nShould you “age-in-place” and/or build an Accessory Dwelling Unit?\nWould you prefer to move to a senior community? How do you get rid of your stuff?!\nDo you wonder if you qualify for affordable senior housing?\nWhat if you need medical or memory care?\n\nCome hear a panel of First Unitarian members about their search for the best housing for them as they grow older. This forum is for people of all ages\, including older members wondering where to live as they age and younger members wondering what might be the best housing option for a beloved older relative or friend. \nCome at 11:30 a.m. for soup\, sides & conversation. No registration required.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/transitions-and-housing-options/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20251027T181936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T181936Z
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SUMMARY:The Alliance Presents "It Takes a Village to Support Justice and Healing"
DESCRIPTION:Slava Jovanovic and Kelly Manzo Hernandez (Victim Services Specialists\, Portland Police Bureau) will share their insights on the reality of sex trafficking in Portland and their involvement in recognizing and assisting survivors or trafficking. Their collaboration with community and system partners is the key component of their unit’s success at the PPB. \nKay Mosby (Director\, Giving Connection) will describe how Giving Connection\, a previous Alliance grantee\, offers the community a way to answer the question\, “What can I do to help?” \nBring your lunch for after the program. Email AllianceRSVP@firstunitarianportland.org to join for the dessert ($5).
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/the-alliance-presents-it-takes-a-village-to-support-justice-and-healing/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250908T182856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T231010Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* How to Write Your Ethical Will
DESCRIPTION:How can you pass on the values and experiences that have given your life its deepest meaning? An Ethical Will can complement a traditional will\, and can be written as a letter or in several other formats. Through facilitator presentations\, class discussions\, sharing in pairs\, writing in and outside of class\, and sharing writing (if desired)\, participants will leave the last class with at least a draft of an Ethical Will. \nDates: October 5 and 19\, and November 2 and 16 \nClass will be supportive and confidential. List is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nEmail facilitator Patty C. with any questions.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/how-to-write-your-ethical-will/2025-11-02/
LOCATION:Classroom B304
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20251015T001504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T001504Z
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SUMMARY:Targeting Doctors in Gaza: Breaking the Silence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a vigil for murdered Palestinian health care workers\, followed by a screening of Jan Haaken’s short film\, “SUMUD: A Doctor’s Report on Genocide and Survival in Gaza\,” and a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Travis Meleen on his experiences in Gaza in summer 2025. \nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. $5 – 20 suggested donation; no one turned away for lack of funds. \nTo learn more\, visit the Facebook event. \nHosted by Nadia Hasan\, Beaverton City Councilor. Co-sponsored by our Economic Justice Action Group\, Peace Action Group\, and UUs for Justice in the Middle East\, as well as Americans United for Palestinian Human Rights\, Jewish-Palestinian Alliance of Oregon\, Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility\, Portland for Palestine\, and Veterans for Peace.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/targeting-doctors-in-gaza/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250908T190519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T193437Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* Writing Life Stories
DESCRIPTION:We all have stories to tell — perhaps big and important events and accomplishments\, or small and quiet everyday happenings that give life meaning. \nJoin fellow congregants to begin or continue writing the narratives of our lives. We will write together\, share if desired\, and create connections with one another through our stories. All levels of writing experience and those with works in progress are welcome. \nDates: September 29\, October 13 and 27\, and November 10 \nPlease commit to all sessions. Class is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nFor questions\, email facilitator Jennifer O.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/writing-life-stories/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250916T193119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T204243Z
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SUMMARY:🐾 Pet Blessing
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pets to the steps of Eliot Chapel (or inside Fuller Hall if raining) for a special blessing from Rev. Alison and Rev. Tom! \nAll animals welcome\, including stuffed animals and photos of animals. \nPlease note: We are asking that all animals are suitably restrained – i.e. dogs on leads\, cats/small animals in suitable carry bags/containers\, insects and reptiles in secure containers. If you are bringing a larger animal\, please let us know in advance. Please don’t worry about your pet making a mess — there will be clean-up materials on hand.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/pet-blessing/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250908T182856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T231010Z
UID:10001788-1760875200-1760882400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* How to Write Your Ethical Will
DESCRIPTION:How can you pass on the values and experiences that have given your life its deepest meaning? An Ethical Will can complement a traditional will\, and can be written as a letter or in several other formats. Through facilitator presentations\, class discussions\, sharing in pairs\, writing in and outside of class\, and sharing writing (if desired)\, participants will leave the last class with at least a draft of an Ethical Will. \nDates: October 5 and 19\, and November 2 and 16 \nClass will be supportive and confidential. List is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nEmail facilitator Patty C. with any questions.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/how-to-write-your-ethical-will/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Classroom B304
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250908T190519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T193437Z
UID:10001792-1760349600-1760356800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* Writing Life Stories
DESCRIPTION:We all have stories to tell — perhaps big and important events and accomplishments\, or small and quiet everyday happenings that give life meaning. \nJoin fellow congregants to begin or continue writing the narratives of our lives. We will write together\, share if desired\, and create connections with one another through our stories. All levels of writing experience and those with works in progress are welcome. \nDates: September 29\, October 13 and 27\, and November 10 \nPlease commit to all sessions. Class is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nFor questions\, email facilitator Jennifer O.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/writing-life-stories/2025-10-13/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20251001T230759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T230830Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Required* De-Escalation Training
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn the basics of nonviolent resistance and hone your de-escalation techniques in this dynamic workshop featuring role-playing and other skills embodiment exercises. Facilitated by long-time activist and trainer Malcom Scott. Please register here. \nMalcom Gregory Scott is a long-time AIDS survivor\, activist\, and writer with decades of experience organizing and participating in nonviolent direct actions. He currently serves as East Portland Indivisible’s Safety Team Co-lead responsible for training and on an advisory group developing protest safety guidance for the Consolidated Oregon Indivisible Network (COIN). 
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/de-escalation-training/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20251008T234925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T234959Z
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SUMMARY:Public Grids and Rumble on the River #26
DESCRIPTION:“Portland’s Future: It’s In Our Hands” \nJoin our Economic Justice Action Group (EJAG) for a panel featuring Rumble on the River and Public Grids\, a national organization empowering people to ensure that our utilities serve the public and the planet. \nThis conversation will include guests who are a part of transformative\, grassroots campaigns here and across the nation. Hosts: Mitch Green\, Portland District 4 City Councilor\, and Isaac Sevier of Public Grids. Learn more here. \nFor questions\, email Susan W. \n  \n5:30 p.m. – Community Reception and Organizational Tabling in Fuller Hall\n6:30 p.m. – Doors open to Main Sanctuary\n7 p.m. – Event begins in Main Sanctuary
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/public-grids-and-rumble-on-the-river-26/
LOCATION:Fuller Hall\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250908T182856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T231010Z
UID:10001787-1759665600-1759672800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* How to Write Your Ethical Will
DESCRIPTION:How can you pass on the values and experiences that have given your life its deepest meaning? An Ethical Will can complement a traditional will\, and can be written as a letter or in several other formats. Through facilitator presentations\, class discussions\, sharing in pairs\, writing in and outside of class\, and sharing writing (if desired)\, participants will leave the last class with at least a draft of an Ethical Will. \nDates: October 5 and 19\, and November 2 and 16 \nClass will be supportive and confidential. List is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nEmail facilitator Patty C. with any questions.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/how-to-write-your-ethical-will/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:Classroom B304
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20251002T232529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T232529Z
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SUMMARY:Accompaniment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please join Heather Vickery from the UU Service Committee after the service in Eliot Chapel for a workshop on “Accompaniment.” In these times\, members of our community — including immigrants\, trans and nonbinary kin\, and houseless neighbors — are often pushed to the margins and treated as “other.” This workshop will explore how we can show up and accompany those most affected.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/accompaniment-workshop/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250923T230304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T230333Z
UID:10001835-1759314600-1759327200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:The Alliance Presents "Creating Community with Those Living with Dementia"
DESCRIPTION:Andie Shepard will present the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia\, raising awareness of the needs of caregivers and those affected. She is the Program Manager with the Alzheimer’s Association for the Oregon and SW Washington Chapter. \nBring your lunch for after the program. Email AllianceRSVP@firstunitarianportland.org to join for the dessert ($5).
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/the-alliance-presents-creating-community-with-those-living-with-dementia/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250930T225804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T225804Z
UID:10001837-1759255200-1759258800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights Training
DESCRIPTION:A beginner’s introduction and a veteran’s refresher to the principles and practices of nonviolence\, knowing your rights as a protester\, and an overview of basic de-escalation techniques. Facilitated by engaging\, long-time activist\, and trainer Malcom Scott.\n\nRegistration required! Click here to RSVP.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/know-your-rights-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250908T190519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T193437Z
UID:10001791-1759140000-1759147200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* Writing Life Stories
DESCRIPTION:We all have stories to tell — perhaps big and important events and accomplishments\, or small and quiet everyday happenings that give life meaning. \nJoin fellow congregants to begin or continue writing the narratives of our lives. We will write together\, share if desired\, and create connections with one another through our stories. All levels of writing experience and those with works in progress are welcome. \nDates: September 29\, October 13 and 27\, and November 10 \nPlease commit to all sessions. Class is limited to 12. \nRegistration is now closed! \nFor questions\, email facilitator Jennifer O.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/writing-life-stories/2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250911T184407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T183429Z
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SUMMARY:Supportive Housing Services (SHS) Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an honest\, values-based conversation about what’s working—and what still needs to change—in our region’s response to homelessness. \nAcross Multnomah\, Washington\, and Clackamas counties\, people are working hard to make progress on homelessness—but that progress isn’t always visible. These small-group conversations are designed to help bridge the gap between what the public sees and the real impact of the Supportive Housing Services (SHS) program. \nLaura Golino de Lovato is the Executive Director of Northwest Pilot Project (NWPP)\, a nonprofit organization providing housing assistance\, transportation\, and advocacy to very low-income seniors in Multnomah County. \nLed by Laura\, this conversation will offer a chance to: \n\nLearn how the SHS program is helping connect people to housing and supportive services\nHear real stories of progress and challenge from trusted local voices\nAsk questions and share your perspective in an honest\, respectful space\nLeave with a clearer understanding of the path forward\n\nWhether you’re concerned\, curious\, frustrated\, hopeful\, or all of the above\, you’re welcome to join the conversation. Event sponsored by COHHO (Committee on Hunger and Homelessness) and HereTogether Oregon.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/shs-conversation/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250827T212039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T212202Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Autumn Yoga
DESCRIPTION:We will have yoga classes led by our own Ginny K. on September 7 and 21 before service at 9 a.m. in room A108. LIMIT of 15 participants. First come\, first served. We release the sign-up form through our Front Steps e-news. \nPlease bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. Wear clothing appropriate for yoga and then join the congregation for Sunday service at 10:15 a.m.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/autumn-yoga/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Classroom A108
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection,Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250903T234733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T023308Z
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SUMMARY:Therese DesCamp Author Reading
DESCRIPTION:Former Portland resident and longtime author Therese DesCamp will read from her newly published book\, Hands Like Roots: Notes on an Entangled Contemplative Path (Santos Books\, 2025) on Sunday\, September 14\, at 2:30 p.m. DesCamp’s essays explore life as a contemplative firmly planted in and entwined with community. She weaves seemingly disparate topics—hydrology\, cognitive linguistics\, political chaos\, the nature of causality\, climate instability and embodiment—with the inner world of meditation and prayer\, to offer an intelligent\, accessible\, sometimes hilarious\, and always heart-opening whole. Early reviewers have called Hands Like Roots “foundational and funny\, poetic and practical\,” “an extraordinary work of hope in a moment that often feels completely bereft of hope\,” and “essential spiritual nourishment for weary hearts.” \nSponsored by First Unitarian Beacon Bookstore\, the reading will take place in the Buchan Reception Hall at First Unitarian Church in Portland from 2:30-4:00 p.m. on September 14th. Free parking is available in the church lot on 12th between Salmon and Main; entrance to the Buchan Reception Hall is on Salmon Street\, between 12th and 13th. \nTherese DesCamp claimed Portland as her hometown as a young adult. She spent a dozen years working as an advocate for differently-abled persons before moving to Berkeley for graduate school. Following completion of an MDiv and PhD—and a peripatetic life following jobs in California—DesCamp settled in the Kootenay Mountains of rural British Columbia\, where she founded a retreat centre with her husband\, George Meier. Therese was long-listed for the 2023 CBC nonfiction award\, and her writing has appeared in professional journals\, books\, popular magazines\, newspapers and online. 
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/therese-descamp-author-reading/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250813T180208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T192039Z
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SUMMARY:*Canceled* Grief Group
DESCRIPTION:This group has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict. \nPlease keep an eye out for an announcement in our Front Steps e-news for the grief group running in November and December.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/canceled-lay-ministry-grief-group/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection,Meeting,Program/Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250529T012924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T202521Z
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SUMMARY:UU Common Read Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow UUs across the globe this summer in reading Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and their Families (Skinner House\, 2023). \nYou can purchase this book from the Beacon Bookstore in Fuller Hall during social hour. On September 7\, Dr. Amy O. and Aileen M. of our congregation will lead a discussion around the book and its topics. \nThe UUA states\, “Through interviews and photo portraits\, the subjects of this book invite readers into their real lives—their revelations\, challenges\, joys\, and networks of support. This Common Read invites UU groups to explore the nature of living authentically and the ways connections among us help us thrive.” \nLearn more about the Common Read here on the UUA’s website.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/uu-common-read-2025/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection,Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250827T212039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T212202Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Autumn Yoga
DESCRIPTION:We will have yoga classes led by our own Ginny K. on September 7 and 21 before service at 9 a.m. in room A108. LIMIT of 15 participants. First come\, first served. We release the sign-up form through our Front Steps e-news. \nPlease bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. Wear clothing appropriate for yoga and then join the congregation for Sunday service at 10:15 a.m.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/autumn-yoga/2025-09-07/
LOCATION:Classroom A108
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection,Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250821T010559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T010559Z
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SUMMARY:The Alliance Presents "Weaving Together Through Storytelling"
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Clendenon will show and discuss “Helpers\,” a new documentary that weaves his story of recovering from addiction and incarceration with the inspiring work of the 13 Salmon Shower Project. His film addresses the twin crises of fentanyl addiction and homelessness. Told through the lens of Kelly’s personal journey and people working on the frontlines in Portland. \nBring your lunch for after the program. Email AllianceRSVP@firstunitarianportland.org to join for the dessert ($5).
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/the-alliance-presents-weaving-together-through-storytelling/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250824T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250824T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250807T184708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T184708Z
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SUMMARY:Shower Project Open House
DESCRIPTION:Curious about our 13 Salmon Shower Project that our congregation runs weekly on Wednesdays and Thursdays in the lower level of the Buchan Building? Come to the Open House after church on Sunday\, August 24\, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Meet us in the Buchan Reception Hall for snacks and a brief movie about the Shower Project. We’ll then head downstairs to tour our shower\, day room\, and clothing closet and experience the welcome our unhoused guests receive. The Open House is open to all – with stickers for the kids! The space is ADA accessible. \nIf you’d like to contribute to the Shower Project\, feel free to bring NEW men’s or women’s underwear (size M boxer briefs\, sports bras\, etc.) or USED clothes\, shoes\, and belts for the clothing closet. 
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/shower-project-open-house/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250512T180850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T181824Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Summer Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us for yoga with Ginny K. before the Sunday service from 9 – 10 a.m. We will meet in room A108. \nPlease bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. Wear clothing appropriate for yoga and then join the congregation for Sunday service at 10:15 a.m. \nLIMIT of 15 participants. First come\, first served. We will release the sign-up form for the next date after each class through our Front Steps e-news. There will be a total of four classes over the summer.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/summer-yoga/2025-08-17/
LOCATION:Classroom A108
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection,Program/Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250810T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111216
CREATED:20250512T181333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T184136Z
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SUMMARY:Last Wishes: How Do We Want to Be Remembered?
DESCRIPTION:What are the life stories you want others to know and remember about you? What do you want your legacy to be? How do you start sometimes difficult conversations regarding your last wishes with friends and family? Join Rev. Duane Fickeisen and First U Senior Engagement (FUSE) team for an afternoon of conversation with one another about the journey of life\, who we have become along the paths we’ve taken\, and what we hope others will remember. We’ll talk about how to plan for a memorial service and how to approach writing your obituary. We will also ask for your ideas on topics for future forums. All ages welcome! \nBring your own lunch and desserts. Drinks will be provided. Please RSVP with the “Going” button below so we can plan accordingly.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/last-wishes-forum/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection,Program/Event
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