Small Groups

Social and Community Building

Camping at Letchworth [Winter 2012]
Contact: Suzy Farrell, snjnyfar@rochester.rr.com or
John Farrell, drumlin5914@yahoo.com

February 10 - 12, 2012. Indoor and outdoor fun to be had by all ages no matter the weather. In years past activities have included hiking, tubing, snowshoeing, skiing and naturalist-led walks. Indoors,the crackling fire in the wood stove welcomes conversation, game-playing, story telling and community. Warmth abounds be it hot showers, heated cabins and rich fellowship.

Lunch Bunch [2011-12]
Facilitator: Annette M. Oyer
467-3564
Sundays, after the 11:15am Worship Service
Meets at Panera Bread (at 12 Corners)

We are an informal and open group that gathers after church twice a month for lunch and lively conversation. At our Sunday gatherings we often plan future outings and adventures to go on together, such as the movies, museums or to hear music. Look for the group gathered around a table with a big white flower.

Ski Club [2011-12]
Contacts:
For general information: Moritz Wagner, Moritz.Wagner@xerox.com
For Membership and Finance: Ann Hughes, apeters6@rochester.rr.com
For trips: Bob Borrell, rborrell@rochester.rr.com

We are a bunch of skiers and non-skiers who like to get together in the snow and have fun. We organize local outings for cross-country and downhill skiers and organize ski trips on the E-coast and the Rockies. We also get together at one of our member's home four times a year to share great food and tales of our latest adventures. The membership fee is $3 per household.

Trips for the upcoming 2011/2012 Ski Season:

First we are planning on a 5 day trip to Stratton, VT on 1/29 - 2/3. Cost of the trip is approx. $590/person which includes lift tickets for 5 days and accommodations for 4 people in a 2 BR 2 Bath condo.
Second we are returning to our favorite locale which we have visited for the past 40 years or so - Mt Tremblant, Quebec, Canada, on 2/5 - 2/10. Cost of the trip is approx. $950 for seniors (65+) and $995 for adults/person which includes lift tickets for 5 days, 3 meals a day and accommodations for 4 in a 2 BR 2 bath condo.
Lastly, our big trip for the season is to Snowmass, CO on 2/24 - 3/2. Cost is approx. $1760 for seniors and $1800 for adults/person which includes air and ground transportation, lift tickets for 6 days for Snowmass, Aspen, Heavenly and Buttermilk, and accommodations for 6 in a 3 BR 3 Bath condo.

We can be flexible in our trips for non-skiers and those desiring other types of accommodations. Pricing will vary accordingly.

20/30 Connections [2011-12]
Contacts:
Will Soles, willsoles@gmail.com
Stephanie Ketterl, stephanieketterl@gmail.com
Dates of activities vary based on group interest and availability. Events/gatherings will be posted on the the Google Group and Facebook Group.

We are organized around various outings and adventures (movies, cooking together, eating out, community service, concerts, coffee houses and more) for the purpose of creating connections with other 20 and 30 year old Unitarian Universalists.

The group is open to couples and singles alike. Activities vary from month to month and are chosen by the vote of the group. Never overly serious. Always fun. A great way to meet some other Unitarians who are "on the younger side."

Unirondack Fall Camping Trip [Fall 2012]
Contact: Dave Vanable
dave@dawnwalk.com
September 28 - 30, 2012

Join us in the Fall for a wonderful and relaxing weekend hiking, canoeing, and enjoying the Fall colors. First Unitarian members and friends have enjoyed a weekend getaway at Unirondack for over 20 years. This wonderful camp is about 3 1/2 hours from Rochester, on the western edge of the Adirondacks north of Syracuse. Together we have a fine time hiking, canoeing, playing games, and getting to know one another while chatting, cooking, or reading by the fire - in and among thousands of acres of a "forever wild" forest preserve with towering pine trees and rolling but rugged hills that surround the camp.

We share community meals - everybody helps to cook and clean up! - and enjoy rustic cabins (bunks with mattresses) while admiring the fall foliage. Sound like fun? Register after church on dates TBA in September 2012.

December 28 2011