‘Sleep Out Fundraiser’ for Families in Need

Option for Homeless Residents of Ashland (OHRA) is sponsoring its second annual “Sleep Out Fundraiser” on Saturday, Nov. 7. The event will take place at the athletic field of the former Lincoln Elementary School at Beach and Henry Streets.

‘Socks Plus’ donation drive

Looking for a way to support Ashland’s Pioneer Hall homeless shelter? The shelter will open in mid-November, and RVUUF’s Religious Explorations youth will assemble kits of useful items for the adults who will be sheltered there.

Rally in Medford on Saturday

Last week’s shootings in Roseburg has impacted our lives in many ways, along with the threats at our educational institutions in the Rogue Valley. These acts stir up fear, uncertainty, and judgment in ways that keep us at bay from each other or going about our business as usual. Life as we once knew it … Continue reading Rally in Medford on Saturday

2015 Women’s Retreat cancelled

This year’s Women’s Retreat has been cancelled. “Next year is full of possibilities,” according to an announcement in this week’s “News to Note.”

Shooting at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg

The horrific shooting today in Roseberg will bring about trauma for many people, including our UU friends. The Pacific Northwest District Clergy are supporting Rev. Annie Holmes, Minister Emerita of Umpqua Unitarian Universalist Church, Roseburg, a 45-member congregation. She tells us she’s pretty sure that folks in the fellowship will be affected, though names have … Continue reading Shooting at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg

Soul Matters receives ‘enthusiastic response’

This week’s News to Note reports an “enthusiastic response” in registering for the Soul Matters program. Almost 90 people will participate. Fifty-four people signed up to be placed in Soul Matters circles. Two existing groups (men’s group and Christian group) will do the program in their groups for approximately 16 people and 16 people will … Continue reading Soul Matters receives ‘enthusiastic response’