Please see below for a list of September 2024 events at the First Unitarian Society of Ithaca. Events are held at 306 N. Aurora St unless otherwise specified. For more information, email office@uuithaca.org.

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Environmental Interest Circle (EIC)
Wednesday, September 4 at 7 pm
 in the Parlor and over Zoom

The Environmental Interest Circle meets to discuss/exchange ideas and actions that further sustainable living for each one of us, for the FUSIT congregation, and for our congregation’s role in the greater community.

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Sundae Sunday
Sunday, September 8 from 12 – 1 pm

Bring the entire family for fun, music, and ice cream sundaes! First Unitarian Society of Ithaca has a crucial role in the creation of the ice cream sundae. According to VisitIthaca.com, the Ice Cream Sundae was invented by FUSIT treasurer Chester C. Platt and first eaten by FUSIT’s Rev. John Scott on April 3, 1892. This adds to our rich history of connectedness with Ithaca and the Tompkins County community. We are excited to celebrate our annual Sundae Sunday following the first service of the church year on September 8. Our event will take place from 12 – 1 pm in the Garden Entrance or in the Parlor (if weather is inclement). We will be serving delicious sundaes with Purity ice cream and plenty of toppings, including vegan options

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Environmental Interest Circle
Sunday, September 8 at noon in the Annex

Are you interested in how intergenerational conversations can contribute to building a sustainable community?

Local Sunrise Ithaca organizer, Ace Dufresne, will be with us at noon in the Annex. Don’t know what the Sunrise Ithaca organization does? Ace will explain. Climate justice issues, the Ithaca Green New Deal, crossing the generational divide all will be touched on and Ace will also have resources to help attendees get involved. 

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Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 pm

The Board of Trustees meets on the third Tuesday of each month. The meeting takes place in the church parlor and through Zoom. All FUSIT members are invited. Ten minutes are set aside at the beginning of the meeting for congregational feedback. 

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Pub Theology
Tuesday, September 24 at 6:30 pm
Liquid State Brewing

Join us at Liquid State Brewing for an evening of good fellowship and conversation at our favorite local brewery (owned by FUSIT members!). We will gather at 6:30 pm and reflect together on our monthly theme of Invitation. Non-beer and non-alcoholic drinks options available! 21 and over please. Bring your friends! Hope to see you there! Pub Theology takes place on the 4th Tuesday of every month. 
620 West Green St.

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Beacon on Aurora – An Evening with Alash
Sunday, September 29, doors open at 6:30 pm, concert begins at 7 pm

ALASH are masters of Tuvan throat singing, a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. Trained in traditional Tuvan music since childhood, the Alash musicians studied at Kyzyl Arts College just as Tuva was beginning to open up to the West. They formed a traditional ensemble and won multiple awards for traditional throat singing in international competitions.

More information and registration.

See flyer below for Beacon on Aurora schedule for the year.

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Religious Exploration Events for Children/Parents

September Movie Night
Friday, September 13th 5:30 pm-8:00 pm, Arch Room
Drop your kids off, or stay and join us, for a movie night, complete with dinner and snacks. September Movie Night Registration

Back to School Blessing
Sunday, September 15th
Bring your backpack, purse, laptop, device, pencil case and more to the Sunday morning service (10:30 am) to receive a special blessing celebrating the start of the new school (and work) year and the joy of Welcome to a beloved community.

Music for Little People
Thursday, September 19th 12 pm-12:45 pm, Arch Room
Share in the joy of music in this class which is free and open to the public. Children 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to meet us in the Arch Room each month. Sing, play, dance, explore instruments, and connect through music.

Religious Exploration Volunteer Orientation
Sunday, September 22nd from 12 pm-2 pm Arch Room

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Our Whole Lives (OWL) for 8th-9th and 10-12th Graders
The First Unitarian Society of Ithaca and the First Congregational Church of Ithaca are excited to offer the Our Whole Lives comprehensive sexuality education program during the school year 2024-2025. Our 8th and 9th graders will do OWL this fall (register now!) and our 10th-12th graders will do OWL this spring (registration to come!). The 8th and 9th grade program will run Sundays from 1 pm-3:30 pm, October through January with one full-day OWL Con on Saturday, November 2nd from 10 am-9 pm. 

Parent OWL Orientations
Thursday, September 19th, 7-8:30 pm at FUSIT OR
Sunday, September 22nd, 3:00 pm-4:30 pm at FCCI
The 8th & 9th grade program will run Sundays from 1 pm-3:30 pm October through January. Register your 8th or 9th grader for OWL here: 8th-9th Grade

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Registration 2024-2025