Current Program Schedule
To register for any of our events, go to our Registration Page
LISTINGS BY DATE- (Click on program names for more details)
DATE |
PROGRAM |
| Sunday, February 5, 2012 | GEMINI CONCERT |
| Second Sunday every month | MEETING FOR WORSHIP IN THE MANNER OF FRIENDS |
Seasonal Celebrations |
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Dates TBA
One-Day Meditation Retreats
Suggested donation $30 or as able; pre-registration requested.
A one-day retreat is a great opportunity to learn and/or practice deep meditation in a supportive environment. The day includes meditation instructions, sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and a time for questions. This day is appropriate for anyone interested in meditation: beginners have morning break-out instruction; experienced meditators can be in silence all day; those in between can practice and have their questions answered. These retreats are fundraisers for the benefit of Michigan Friends Center and Deep Spring Center, both non-profit organizations, led by Carol Blotter. More information at http://www.chelseameditation.com/retreats.html . Contact Carol at 734-475-0942 or cb.meditate@gmail.com to register.
Second Sunday of every month / 10am
Meeting for Worship in the manner of Friends
no cost
Under the auspices of Ann Arbor Friends meeting, a Quaker worship group has been meeting in one form or another since the early days of the Friends Lake Community and Michigan Friends Center. In the past it was corrdinated by Isabel Bliss, then Bill Bliss, and John Deikis currently carries on the tradition as coordinator. If you would like to become part of this group, email us.
Winterfest! with Gemini
Sunday, February 5, 2012. Treats, hot beverages, and (weather permitting) snow fun at 1:30; concert at 3:00.
A musical celebration for children and the whole family. Come and enjoy the twin brothers playing nearly a dozen instruments and singing original songs and traditional music from around the world.
This is a concert tailor-made for squirmy children. Our unique venue offers kids room to move around and dance during the performance, and to sit right in the first row in front of the musicians -- in kid-sized chairs. Much more intimate and informal than an auditorium or even the Ark! Kids can run around outside, too, weather permitting.
Admission: $8/person or $20/family suggested donation. Tickets in advance or at the door.
Vernal Equinox Celebration—a multi-generational celebration of balance and rebirth
Sunday March 20, potluck 5:30 – 6:30 pm; circle of celebration 6:30-8:30 pm—join us for any part
We will celebrate the balance of light and dark with a potluck dinner followed by sharing thoughts, poems, stories, songs, knowledge. All ages welcome. Bring food to share. We will provide water, tea, plates and silverware.
Bring something to share for after dinner as well-- a verse, story or song you like, seasonal lore, a readiness to partake in what others have brought. What does this season mean to you? Dress for the weather.
Summer Solstice—a multi-generational celebration of the light
Tuesday, June 21, potluck 5:30 – 6:30 pm; games 6:30 – 7:30; bonfire 7:30 – 9:30—join us for any part
We will celebrate the longest day with a potluck dinner followed by outdoor games and a bonfire around which to share thoughts, stories, and songs. All ages welcome. Bring food to share. We will provide iced tea and plates and silverware.
Bring something to share for after dinner as well--a favorite outdoor game, a story or song for the bonfire, some Solstice lore, or just your readiness to partake in what others have brought. Does your family have any Solstice traditions? Do you know the traditions of the culture(s) your family comes from? This will be a time to explore various ways of celebrating the light.
We welcome your spark. Bring flashlights, and long sleeves for after dark.
Autumnal Equinox Celebration—a multi-generational celebration of balance and letting go Friday, September 23, potluck 6 – 7 pm; bonfire 7 – 9 ; join us for any part
We will celebrate the balance of day and night with a potluck dinner followed by a bonfire around which to share thoughts, poems, stories, songs, knowledge. All ages welcome. Bring food to share. We will provide water, tea, plates and silverware.
Bring something to share for after dinner as well-- a verse, story or song you like, seasonal lore, a readiness to partake in what others have brought. What does this season mean to you?
Bring flashlights, and long sleeves, and dress for the weather.
Winter Solstice Sing—a reflection of the season in sound and silence
Wednesday, December 21, 7 – 9 pm
We sit quietly in a circle and teach each other rounds, songs, and chants of the season as they occur to us. The woods around us, our sheltered circle focused on inner light, and our voices are the only elements of this simple celebration of the longest night. Anyone who enjoys singing and sitting quietly is welcome. You don’t need to be a singer, or even able to sing--some just enjoy humming or listening. However most young children do not enjoy this event, and while we encourage family participation in many of our events, this is one for older children and adults.
Donations appreciated, please register in advance if possible