"Music in Films" Concert

Saturday, November 8 | 7:00pm – Bayside United Methodist Church, 38-20 Bell Blvd, Flushing, NY 11361

Karmesha Peake, our Office Administrator, will be the featured mezzo soprano soloist!

Come and enjoy unforgettable scenes and melodies from beloved films and dramas featuring piano, violin, cello, soprano, and mezzo soprano performances. The event is free of charge and refreshments will be served following the concert. "Music in Films" is the 8th concert in the series at Bayside UMC.

Sunday Coffee Hour Elves Needed!

If you can help with coffee hour preparation or clean up on Sundays November 9th, 23rd or 30th, please contact Theresa Reynolds (ntdelise@optonline.net).

Bread for the People

Sundays & Tuesdays | 8am-9am

Consider volunteering an hour a week to provide Bread for the People. Pick up day-old bread at Stop & Shop in Dobbs Ferry, and bring to the Sharing Community in Yonkers on Sunday mornings between 8 and 9. Contact Ken Perry (krperry@gmail.com) or Art Lowenstein (artlowenstein48@gmail.com) for further details.

Other ways to support those experiencing food insecurity:

• Donate to Feeding Westchester.
• When you shop, add extra items to your cart and deliver them to a donation bin.
• Join with other FUSW members on a Midnight Run.
• Contact one of the local food pantries and ask how you can help.

Meditation Group with Mashuq Deen

Wednesday, November 12

7:00pm-8:00pm, at FUSW

All are welcome to this combination of guided seated and walking meditation. Please bring a cushion to sit on if you wish to sit on the floor, and chairs are available for those who need them. You're invited to remove your shoes and you may wish to bring socks, a sweater, or even a thin blanket with you. Deen has experience with multiple meditation methods and is a certified yoga teacher. He’s currently studying to be a Zen Buddhist chaplain. Please email Deen if you’re interested in attending at mashuq.deen@gmail.com.

Social Media 101

Sunday, November 23 | 12:30PM-1:30PM, FUSW

The ability for us all to help spread the word has been limited by some people’s knowledge (or lack there of) of social media. The goal of the class is to help people understand the basics, so that they can like, share, and follow, at least on Facebook and Instagram if not TikTok also. The idea is that we have people bring their devices with them and have a hands-on class. 

This class will be open to outsiders also for a small donation. Contact the Office Administrator for more information (admin@fusw.org).

Reading Black Lives Book Group

Now Reading:  Yet Here I am: Lessons from a Black Man’s Search for Home by Jonathan Capehart

Saturday, December 13 | 1:15pm – 3:15pm at FUSW

Pulitzer Prize winning writer, editor and TV host Jonathan Capehart recounts powerful stories from his life about embracing identity, picking battles, seizing opportunity and finding his voice.

"A lively, sometimes rueful, always illuminating look at the business of journalism by a knowing practitioner."

 ―Kirkus (starred review) Click here to read more.

We will be reading Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichiefor discussion on January 24, 1:15 - 3:15 pm.

Contact admin@fusw.org for further information.

How to Get the Word Out About FUSW on Social Media

"Like," "Follow," and "Share!"

When you like a post on Facebook or Instagram, you show that you enjoyed or appreciated it—like giving a thumbs-up or smile of support.

When you follow a page, such as FUSW, you choose to see its updates, photos, and events automatically in your feed, keeping you connected to what’s happening.

When you share a post, you pass it along to your own friends or family so they can see it too. Each of these actions helps spread FUSW’s message, grow our community, and keep everyone informed and inspired.

Let's give it a try!

The Arrivals: Film Screening Event

Saturday, November 8 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm at UUCHV

The Arrivals is a powerful 36-minute film about asylum seekers who were suddenly bused to NYC in 2022 and the volunteers who supported them with food, clothing, and kindness.

Hosted by Cristina Alvarez Arnold (Croton IDEA) and Bettina Mayer (Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Hudson Valley), the event includes a discussion and reception with filmmaker Andrea Garbarini and guests from Neighbors Link, NYC TLC, and Open Arms for Refugees.

Email coh.di.committee@gmail.com for further information.

NYUUJ Justice Convocation in Albany

Saturday, November 15 | 1:15pm – 3:15pm

Join NYUUJ on November 15th at Albany Unitarian Universalist for our second annual Justice Convocation!

With a theme of "From Revival to Resistance" the day will feature opportunities for education, action, and community. The event will feature justice leaders from various UU congregations and will focus on climate justice, immigration justice, preserving democracy and more. Can't make it in person? This will be a hybrid event to maximize participation.

Connect with your fellow UUs! Register today!

We also invite you to join us on Friday, November 14th for a Day of Action urging Governor Hochul to sign Medical Aid in Dying. Home hospitality will be available for this upon request. 

Struggling with Caregiver Burnout?

NY State Office of the Aging in partnership with the Association on Aging in New York provide support for caregivers who experience burnout. Join a community of caregivers and experts who offer practical advice, compassion, and encouragement to help you provide the best care. The resources are offered at no cost. Visit https://www.newyork-caregivers.com/ for further information.

Feeding Westchester

Together, we feed for a better tomorrow

Feeding Westchester partners with more than 200 food pantries and community agencies across the county, including Yonkers, White Plains, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Peekskill, Port Chester, Ossining, Tarrytown, and Sleepy Hollow. These resource are here for anyone facing food insecurity. You do not need to be unemployed or meet strict qualifications resources nearby to help you and your family. Always call ahead to check specific guidelines.

Find free food resources near you today by clicking the link below or visit feedingwestchester.org:



Find Food Near You

Safe & Sacred: Creating Safe Spaces for Everyone

The First Unitarian Society of Westchester strives to provide a safe environment for all. The Board of Trustees has implemented a policy to prevent and address sexual harassment and abuse. The goal of this policy is to ensure a respectful community and fulfill our legal duty to protect members from harm and false accusations and to provide a safe environment for children. Our aim is to minimize risk and foster spiritual well-being in a trusting atmosphere. Click here to view our Congregational Policies.

FUSW Contacts & Information

Questions, Concerns, or Compliments for FUSW? Reach out to any member of our Board of Trustees.

Board of Trustees - The Board usually meets on the third Monday of each month via Zoom at 7:45pm. If you wish to attend, please check with a board member or the administrator, because the schedule sometimes shifts. Click here to join the Board meeting on Zoom.

Meetings are open to any member of FUSW. For confidential matters, non-Board members will be asked to leave temporarily. At the end of the meeting, there will be an open forum, during which non-Board members can speak about topics of concern, limiting remarks to two minutes. To access the minutes from previous meetings, visit the Members page of fusw.org and click on Board Minutes Archive. 

Scheduling Zoom Meetings or Submitting Information for The Scoop and FUSW Calendar - Contact our Administrator, Karmesha Peake (admin@fusw.org). For Zoom meetings, please include the purpose and preferred date/time. Articles for The Scoop are due by Wednesday at 10:00am. Submissions may be edited for space or style. If you want to discuss your submission contact Lisa deMauro: lisa.demauro@gmail.com

Administrative Office Hours:

Please call ahead or schedule an appointment by clicking here, should you need to connect with Karmesha, our Office Administrator, in person at 210 North Central Ave.

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