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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T150000
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SUMMARY:BLUU Non-Cooperation Training
DESCRIPTION:When we refuse to comply\, authoritarians fall. Come learn some proven tools of collective noncooperation with a focus on faith. These same strategies have toppled authoritarian regimes around the world.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/bluu-non-cooperation-training/
CATEGORIES:Social Justice & Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T193000
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UID:2852-1775066400-1775071800@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:BLUU Parent and Caregiver Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Is parenting or caregiving a major part of your life? Do you want to connect with other BLUU folks who might understand how it feels to be a caregiver? Join BLUU for a parent and caregiver meetup. We’ll spend an hour getting to know each other and talking about how caregiving impacts our lives. \nPlease note: Our description of caregiving includes anyone for whom caregiving is a large part of your life. This includes but is not limited to: caring for a child\, caring for someone with a disability\, caring for an elder\, etc.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/bluu-parent-and-caregiver-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T205121Z
CREATED:20260407T205121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T205121Z
UID:2880-1775739600-1775746800@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:BLUU Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Drop in any time during office hours to get to know BLUU’s team members\, to ask questions about BLUU\, and to share your hopes for BLUU’s future work.  \nLena\, BLUU’s Executive Director will host this month’s office hours.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/bluu-office-hours/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T224104Z
CREATED:20260407T224104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T224104Z
UID:2885-1776009600-1776015000@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:“What Can the Sand Tell Us?” (April Worship)
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the essay\, “What the Sand Remembers\,” by Dr. Vanessa Agard Jones\, we shall explore one of our pathways of knowing: memory held by our second greatest earthly bounty\, sand. Together\, we will talk story as memory across time\, source as sorting\, spirit as wisdom\, and summons as communal invitation. The sand will be with us in the rememory\, collecting all the pieces of grain from our history\, for our bodies\, and for our futures. (If you desire or have sand close by\, please bring your element to service with you.)\n\nPlease note: BLUU worship is Black sacred space.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/what-can-the-sand-tell-us-april-worship/
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T233604Z
CREATED:20260407T211207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T233604Z
UID:2883-1776888000-1776891600@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Meet Us by the Fire: Love Letters to the Earth
DESCRIPTION:For our second open mic night of the year\, we’re showing big love to Mother Earth. Bring your love letters and poems to share with us\, in Black Sacred Space. \nNote: Sharing is optional\, but you must register to attend!
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/meet-us-by-the-fire-love-letters-to-the-earth-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T172537Z
CREATED:20260424T171648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T172537Z
UID:2903-1778072400-1778079600@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:May Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Drop in any time during office hours to get to know BLUU’s team members\, to ask questions about BLUU\, and to share your hopes for BLUU’s future work.  \nKatie\, a BLUU team member currently working leading BLUU communications work\, will host this month’s office hours.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/may-office-hours/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T172210Z
CREATED:20260424T172210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T172210Z
UID:2907-1778698800-1778702400@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Release: A BLUU Writing + Craft Night
DESCRIPTION:What are you ready to release? \nBring your own craft\, a journal and pen\, or any other creative tools for this time of creative connection. There will be a few prompts\, silent time\, and time for community sharing.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/release-a-bluu-writing-craft-night/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T173000
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CREATED:20260505T213245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T034711Z
UID:2919-1779033600-1779039000@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:May Worship: Catching the Holy
DESCRIPTION:Our spiritual ancestors often spoke of holiness and living holy lives as a form of devotion to the Almighty. How might we\, as contemporary practitioners\, do the same in ways that are authentic to our experiences of the divine and lived realities\, while still holding tenderly to the wisdom of those who have gone before?
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/may-worship/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T173000
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CREATED:20260602T184715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T184715Z
UID:2941-1781452800-1781458200@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Stories from the Deep: June BLUU Worship
DESCRIPTION:In times of crisis and collapse\, it can be difficult to see the examples of cooperation and sustainability all around us; to believe that it can be better than it is right now. The world of our older non-human relatives rests on interconnected cycles of death\, rebirth\, and alignment. As the seasons change\, we will explore three stories from the deep sea.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/stories-from-the-deep-june-bluu-worship/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184145Z
CREATED:20260609T023321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T184145Z
UID:2951-1781719200-1781726400@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Risk Discernment in Justice Movements: A Panel for BIPOC Communities
DESCRIPTION:​In a climate of intensifying political pressure\, targeting of those who dissent\, and erosion of constitutional rights\, how do we continue to move forward in justice work while protecting ourselves and our communities? \n​DRUUMM and BLUU are partnering for a vital\, timely panel discussion on risk discernment for people of the global majority (Black\, Indigenous\, and people of color). Together\, we will dive into the questions these tumultuous times demand: \n❓What is the moment calling us to do?\n❓How do we maneuver to speak out boldly AND stay safe?\n❓How is faith informing how we show up? \n​Join us for a critical conversation grounded in love\, faith\, and community care\, followed by an open Q&A. \n​✨ Featured Panelists:\n​Lena K. Gardner (Executive Director\, BLUU)\n​Atena Danner (Organizing Director\, UU Action Network of Illinois)\n​Rev. Kevin Mann (Co-Director\, DRUUMM California) \n️ Move with us in community.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/risk-discernment-in-justice-movements-a-panel-for-bipoc-communities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Social Justice & Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T032801Z
CREATED:20260515T032801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T032801Z
UID:2934-1781726400-1781730000@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Meet Us by the Fire: Storytellers Edition
DESCRIPTION:Whether your story is inspired by true events or based in fantasy\, from vignettes to flash fiction —  this Meet Us by the Fire invites you to share stories around Black joy and ancestral connection. \nNote: Sharing is optional\, but you must register to attend! Each storyteller will have five minutes to share.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/meet-us-by-the-fire-storytellers-edition-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T191938Z
CREATED:20260609T014025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T191938Z
UID:2948-1781787600-1781791200@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:BLUU Fall Preview
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the end of the church year\, we’re already planning for an exciting fall at BLUU. Join us to get the inside scoop about new BLUU programming\, the latest updates about BLUU staffing\, and to get news about the BLUU Housing Initiative.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/bluu-fall-preview/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members,Professional Development,Social Justice & Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260602T205145Z
CREATED:20260602T205145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T205145Z
UID:2945-1782734400-1782741600@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:June Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Join our Operations Manager Jessa for office hours this month. Jessa will answer your questions about BLUU and help you get connected to BLUU’s ongoing work.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/june-office-hours/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260809T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260809T173000
DTSTAMP:20260807T193941Z
CREATED:20260807T193941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T193941Z
UID:3137-1786291200-1786296600@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:August BLUU Worship
DESCRIPTION:This Sunday\, Rev. Dr. Donte’ Hilliard will lead BLUU worship as our new Minister for Worship and Spiritual Care. Please join us for a beautiful worship service\, and help us show him an extra warm welcome. \nYou are encouraged to adorn yourself in hues of black\, violet/purple\, and gold as we embrace this season of Becoming\, Beginnings\, & Beloveds. \n  \nBlack Sacred Space \nBLUU’s online worship services are Black Sacred Space in their entirety — by and for Black people\, with the words and voices of Black folks across the diaspora — and we hope that Black UUs and Black UU-adjacent folks (who share our values) from far and wide will join us! \nFor our non-Black siblings in faith\, please DO share this invitation with Black folks in your life and community. Getting the word out about BLUU’s gatherings and other programming is one powerful way of lending your support\, and we deeply appreciate it! \nFor all of our services\, feel free to come into our BLUU Zoom Room as early as 15 minutes before the start of the service to get settled\, say hello to the folks who are already gathering\, and listen to the music softly playing as we all prepare for our time together.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/august-bluu-worship/
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260704T021731Z
CREATED:20260704T021731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T021731Z
UID:2977-1786543200-1786550400@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:August Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:We’re back and so are our Office Hours! \nOffice Hours are a great\, low-pressure way to get to know the BLUU team and to ask questions about BLUU’s work. Join us for August Office Hours and catch up with our Program Manager for Community Engagement. Learn about their plans for BLUU’s virtual events this church year and get more information about how you can get involved.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/august-office-hours/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260714T081426Z
CREATED:20260714T081345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T081426Z
UID:3131-1786896000-1786899600@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Releasing Respectability: Embracing Self-Determination (A Black August Event)
DESCRIPTION:What’s Black August\, and why is it important we don’t forget it? What makes challenging respectability a crucial requirement of aligning with Black freedom fighters?  \nOur special guest speaker for this Black August program is Rev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart. Let’s gather together for a time of learning\, reflection\, and connection. \nThis event is open to the public and people across all racial identities. We encourage BLUU partners and supporters to join us for this important discussion.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/releasing-respectability-embracing-self-determination-a-black-august-event/
CATEGORIES:Members,Social Justice & Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T210000
DTSTAMP:20260807T200530Z
CREATED:20260704T023031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T200530Z
UID:2981-1787169600-1787173200@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Verses: A Celebration of Self! (Meet us By the Fire)
DESCRIPTION:BLUU is back with another incredible Meet Us by the Fire virtual gathering — Verses: A Celebration of Self! This is not a typical rap battle; it’s you vs. you. For this\, we’re putting pen to paper OR freestyling a verse celebrating ourselves. Join us in Black sacred space for another creative evening by our virtual fire.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/verses-a-celebration-of-self-meet-us-by-the-fire/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260819T230350Z
CREATED:20260819T230207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T230350Z
UID:3150-1789498800-1789498800@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:New 2 BLUU
DESCRIPTION:This community session invites new or returning BLUU Beloved members as well as people interested in becoming a BLUU Beloved to learn more about BLUU and how to get involved.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/new-2-bluu-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260820T002852Z
CREATED:20260819T235642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T002852Z
UID:3156-1790103600-1790103600@blacklivesuu.org
SUMMARY:Playground Chronicles
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Audre Lorde’s essay “Uses of the Erotic”\, Playground Chronicles is a two-part series of communal gatherings to explore the power of remembering and understanding play as a form of spiritual pleasure. Come ready to explore your child-like wonder\, memories of play\, and when\, where\, and how you create opportunities to say yes to play & creativity.
URL:https://blacklivesuu.org/event/playground-chronicles/
CATEGORIES:Community Connection,Members
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