Events at Northwoods

Connect, Create, Celebrate: Open Invitation to events beyond Sunday services.

Join us! Everyone is welcome!

More information: List of Events

NEW IN FEBRUARY:

Empathy Circle: Come As You Are—Leave Feeling Connected

Join Susan Wildin, lifelong Unitarian Universalist, certified Life Coach, and experienced Nonviolent Communication (NVC) facilitator, for a transformative Empathy Circle. This online gathering is designed for anyone seeking compassionate listening and meaningful connection.

Each session begins with a brief introduction to NVC’s empathy process, followed by dedicated practice time. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges or looking to deepen your listening skills, this circle offers a supportive space to be heard without judgment or unsolicited advice.

Discover how empathy can enrich your relationships and strengthen our beloved community. Sessions start Saturday, February 1, from 10–11:30 AM. Open to all Northwoods members and friends.

We will use the church zoom link https://zoom.us/my/northwoodsuu. If you have any questions or requests, please contact office@northwoodsuu.org.

Second Saturday of Every Month: Millbend Coffeehouse Concert

Millbend Coffeehouse is a non-profit venue hosted by Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Church. Open the 2nd Saturday of every month, with occasional extra concerts, we are dedicated to bringing the finest in national and local acoustic/folk songwriters and performers to our informal and intimate setting. We are a smoke free and family friendly environment. In our relaxed atmosphere you can meet the entertainers and obtain copies of the hard to find CDs of these fine performers.

Suggested donations vary. All profits from the gate go to local charities/causes — which are determined by audience vote at each concert, with the winners announced at the Intermission. Gourmet Fair Trade coffee and a variety of scrumptious pastries are available from our Kitchen, as well as juices and soft drinks.

Information and Tickets

Lunch and Learn with Northwoods’ Reproductive Freedom Team and the Texas Freedom Network

How do we, as Unitarian Universalists, and in this political climate, do something about reproductive rights? What does it mean to be a Reproductive Freedom Congregation?

Join Northwoods’ Reproductive Freedom Team and Shan Schaffer, of Texas Freedom Network for an introductory workshop to learn about becoming a Reproductive Freedom Congregation.

Saturday, Feb 15, 2025 10:00-1:00

Lunch will be provided.

RSVP to office@northwoodsuu.og.

Building a Caring Community Through Mental Health Awareness

We’re starting a book study on Held: Showing Up for Each Other’s Mental Health by Barbara F. Meyers, and we’d love for you to join us!

This initiative will foster understanding, improve relational care, and strengthen our community. We hope it will lead to a deeper sense of connection and possibly a support group for congregants living with mental health challenges.

First Planning Meeting: Sunday, February 16, noon-1:30 PM

Interested in helping plan, participating in the study, or sharing ideas? RSVP today!

Show us your TRUE COLORS!

The Service Auction event was a success, and it’s not over!

There will be opportunities to participate in open sign up events all year long. Keep an eye out! Every time you join a Sign Up event, our net income increases – have fun, support Northwoods, and most importantly, spend time with like-minded friends!

Here are the next few open events (click the title for more information):

True Colors!