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- April 10, 2026
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Decorating/Prep for Annual Campaign Kickoff
April 10, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Kitchen (10), Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200)
- April 11, 2026
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Possible Annual Campaign Prep
April 11, 2026 12:00 am - April 12, 2026 12:00 am
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Possible Annual Campaign Prep
April 11, 2026 12:00 am - April 12, 2026 12:00 am
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200)
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- April 12, 2026
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A Course in Miracles
April 12, 2026 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
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All-Church Picture & Coffee Hour
April 12, 2026 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200)Join us for the all-church picture in the Sanctuary right after service and before the Annual Campaign Kickoff Lunch.
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Annual Campaign Kickoff & Lunch
April 12, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200), Richwoods-1-Kitchen (10)All-Church Picture and Lunch ~ Sunday, April 12
The launch of our 2026-27 Annual Campaign is Sunday, April 12. We want to use this lively occasion to start the tradition of an all-church picture, so please plan to be at church service with your best smile. A served, free lunch will follow the service.
This year’s theme, Living Our Values Out Loud, speaks to the way UUs show up for liberty, justice, equity, and so much more.
The financial pledges of our members and friends comprise 76% of the support of the church’s work! We pay our dedicated minister and staff; heat, cool, and maintain our building; provide lifespan religious education and many opportunities for growth and fellowship; and share with the world. Please plan to attend this all-family event!
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Mah Jongg for UUs
April 12, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Richwoods-1-RE Commons (30)Do you play Mah Jongg or do you want to learn? Join the fun on 2nd and 4th Sundays! Bring your own drink and snack, and if you have a Mah Jongg set or mat, bring it, too. Contact Char Rickey at spinwool7@aol.com or 309-472-7085 or Evan Stubbs at sirstubby@hotmail.com or 575-621-5519 with questions.
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- April 13, 2026
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- April 14, 2026
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Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
April 14, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
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- April 15, 2026
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Private Homeschool Group
April 15, 2026 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200), Richwoods-1-Kitchen (10), Richwoods-1-RE Commons (30) -
Administrative Team
April 15, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30) -
Sierra Club General Meeting
April 15, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200) -
Worship Committee
April 15, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)
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- April 16, 2026
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Mugs & Musings
April 16, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
LeBakery, 4700 N University St #14a, Peoria, IL 61614, USAMugs and Musings
Thursdays,10am
LeBakery in the Metro Centre ~ 4700 N University, Peoria
Drop in and join Membership Coordinator Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org. -
Third Thursday Ladies' Lunch
April 16, 2026 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Grecian Gardens Restaurant, 304 S Plaza Dr, Chillicothe, IL 61523, USAThird Thursday Ladies’ Lunch
Thursday, April 16, 11:30am
Grecian Gardens ~ 304 Plaza Drive, Chillicothe (In Plaza Park Shopping Center)
Join us at this family-owned restaurant serving classic American dishes and Greek specialty items. Please RSVP to Carlette at 309-258-5890.
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Connection Circle
April 16, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Junior High Room (10)Steve Fairbanks
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UUCP Emergent Nature: Discussing Braiding Sweetgrass
April 16, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Conference RoomUUCP Emergent Nature:
Discussing Braiding SweetgrassUUCP Emergent Nature is a continuing in-person discussion and sharing group facilitated by Jen McDaniel where we will plant the seeds of a reciprocal relationship with the Earth and one another. The first book we’ll discuss is Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. It is available to purchase locally and online as well as to borrow at local libraries. Electronic, audiobook, and traditional formats are all welcome. If you need help acquiring a copy, please ask. Join the update group at uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/243491 or in the foyer. Questions? Email Jesi Laughlin at DLRE@peoriaUUchurch.org.
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- April 18, 2026
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YEA Open Mic
April 18, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Richwoods-1-RE Commons (30)YEA Open Mic
Saturday, April 18, 4-6pm, RE Commons
Young & Emerging Adults (ages 18-35) are invited to share their creative works and artistic expressions at our first open mic event. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, email Erin Roberson at embregan@gmail.com.
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- April 19, 2026
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A Course in Miracles
April 19, 2026 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
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Life Force Tai Chi
April 19, 2026 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Richwoods-1-Foyer (25)Life Force Tai Chi
First & Third Sundays
Tai Chi is an ancient discipline from China. Join Dave Grebner for this class, where we will learn how to stand and move to enhance the flow of chi life energy through our bodies. We will meet in the church foyer, find an available room, and practice until 10am. -
Are UU Curious about Membership?
April 19, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)Are UU Curious about Membership?
Sunday, April 19, Noon, Conference Room , Lunch & Childcare Provided
Are you UU curious? Do you want to learn more about our faith, our association, or our church? Come and learn the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of UUCP. Please RSVP at https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/252380 or email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org. If you are interested but cannot make the meeting, private appointments are available.
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Sunday Afternoon CC
April 19, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Richwoods-1-RE Meeting Room (15), Richwoods-1-Senior High Room (10)Galen
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PRC (Peoria Recorder Consort) Practice
April 19, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Affirming Faiths Youth Group: SuperHero Murder Mystery Party
April 19, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Universalist Unitarian Church, 3000 W Richwoods Blvd, Peoria, IL 61604, USA, Richwoods-1-RE Commons (30)Youth in 5th Grade and up are invited to join youth from LGBTQ Affirming Faiths around Peoria for a monthly meeting focused on building community through fun & friendship. In April, we will take on the role of a Justice Confederation Superhero who has been invited to the Annual Superhero Assembly to discuss how to apprehend the notorious villain Da Bomb. We will meet inside of Mount Super, enjoy snacks and fun party games, and discover and solve the murder of a fellow hero! View your video invite here: https://youtu.be/CQh4qpuEOk0 And RSVP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/
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Brian "Fox" Ellis & Detweiller Park Protectors/Friends of Riverfront Park
April 19, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Sanctuary (500)
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- April 20, 2026
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LGBTQIA2S+ at UUCP
April 20, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)Do you identify as LGBTQIA2S+? Do you attend, visit, or belong to UUCP? Join us on the 3rd Monday each month. Questions? Email Tim Herold at herold1961@gmail.com for details.
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Connection Circle
April 20, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Richwoods-1-RE Meeting Room (15)
- April 21, 2026
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Tuesday Morning Connection Circle
April 21, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Library (10) -
Finance/Personnel Committee In-Person or Zoom #2
April 21, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)Bill K
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Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
April 21, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
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- April 22, 2026
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Private Homeschool Group
April 22, 2026 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200), Richwoods-1-Kitchen (10), Richwoods-1-RE Commons (30) -
Administrative Team
April 22, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30) -
In Person Board Meeting (Zoom option)
April 22, 2026 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)Zoom #2
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- April 23, 2026
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Mugs & Musings
April 23, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
LeBakery, 4700 N University St #14a, Peoria, IL 61614, USAMugs and Musings
Thursdays,10am
LeBakery in the Metro Centre ~ 4700 N University, Peoria
Drop in and join Membership Coordinator Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org. -
Brown Bag Lunch & Conversation
April 23, 2026 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Conference RoomBring your own lunch and join in conversation with others. This lunchtime community is open to anyone who wants to come! Questions? Contact the church office at office@peoriauuchurch.org.
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Thursday Afternoon CC
April 23, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)Rev. Jennifer
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- April 24, 2026
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Retired Men's Last Friday Lunch
April 24, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Childers Eatery, 3312 N University St, Peoria, IL 61604, USAJoin other retired UU men for lunch on the last Friday of the month. Questions? Email Bill Keefner at wkeef84@gmail.com.
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- April 25, 2026
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American Teenager by Nico Lang Author Event & LGBTQIA+ Community Resource Fair
April 25, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Universalist Unitarian Church, 3000 W Richwoods Blvd, Peoria, IL 61604, USA, Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200)American Teenager by Nico Lang Author Event & LGBTQIA+ Community Resource Fair
Saturday, April 25, 3pm, UUCP
Join us for an inspiring and heartwarming event as award-winning journalist and author Nico Lang shares stories from their powerful new book, American Teenager. This moving work celebrates the resilience, courage, and joy of trans youth navigating today’s challenging world. Together, we’ll explore ways our community can uplift and support queer and trans kids—and leave with tangible ideas for creating a safer, more joyful future for all youth.
This event is free and open to the public—all are welcome! A book signing and community resource fair will follow the discussion. Come be part of an event that will lift your spirit, connect you with others, and help us all find more ways to help queer kids not just survive—but thrive.
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- April 26, 2026
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A Course in Miracles
April 26, 2026 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
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Yea! Monthly Potluck
April 26, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)Yea! Monthly Potluck
4th Sundays, Conference Room
Young & Emerging Adults ages 18-35 are invited to a monthly fourth Sunday potluck. Bring a dish to pass and gather for connection and community building. Let’s see where this community grows.
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Mah Jongg for UUs
April 26, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200)Do you play Mah Jongg or do you want to learn? Join the fun on 2nd and 4th Sundays! Bring your own drink and snack, and if you have a Mah Jongg set or mat, bring it, too. Contact Char Rickey at spinwool7@aol.com or 309-472-7085 or Evan Stubbs at sirstubby@hotmail.com or 575-621-5519 with questions.
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- April 27, 2026
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- April 28, 2026
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Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
April 28, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
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- April 29, 2026
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Private Homeschool Group
April 29, 2026 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200), Richwoods-1-Kitchen (10), Richwoods-1-RE Commons (30) -
Builder Mailing
April 29, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30) -
Administrative Team
April 29, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)
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- April 30, 2026
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Mugs & Musings
April 30, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
LeBakery, 4700 N University St #14a, Peoria, IL 61614, USAMugs and Musings
Thursdays,10am
LeBakery in the Metro Centre ~ 4700 N University, Peoria
Drop in and join Membership Coordinator Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org. -
UUCP Emergent Nature: Discussing Braiding Sweetgrass
April 30, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Conference RoomUUCP Emergent Nature:
Discussing Braiding SweetgrassUUCP Emergent Nature is a continuing in-person discussion and sharing group facilitated by Jen McDaniel where we will plant the seeds of a reciprocal relationship with the Earth and one another. The first book we’ll discuss is Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. It is available to purchase locally and online as well as to borrow at local libraries. Electronic, audiobook, and traditional formats are all welcome. If you need help acquiring a copy, please ask. Join the update group at uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/243491 or in the foyer. Questions? Email Jesi Laughlin at DLRE@peoriaUUchurch.org.
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- May 3, 2026
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A Course in Miracles
May 3, 2026 8:45 am - 10:00 am
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.
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Life Force Tai Chi
May 3, 2026 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Richwoods-1-Foyer (25)Life Force Tai Chi
First & Third Sundays
Tai Chi is an ancient discipline from China. Join Dave Grebner for this class, where we will learn how to stand and move to enhance the flow of chi life energy through our bodies. We will meet in the church foyer, find an available room, and practice until 10am. -
Sunday Afternoon CC
May 3, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Richwoods-1-RE Meeting Room (15), Richwoods-1-Senior High Room (10)Galen
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PRC (Peoria Recorder Consort) Practice
May 3, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Sanctuary (500)
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- May 4, 2026
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- May 5, 2026
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Tuesday Morning Connection Circle
May 5, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Library (10) -
Virtual only: ARE Humanist Discussion Group via Zoom #2
May 5, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHrJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion, and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.
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- May 6, 2026
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Private Homeschool Group
May 6, 2026 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Fellowship Hall (200), Richwoods-1-Kitchen (10), Richwoods-1-RE Commons (30) -
Annual Campaign & Stewardship Meeting
May 6, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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CUUPs Meeting
May 6, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Richwoods-1-Conference Room (30)Keepers of the Great Grove ~ CUUPs
1st Wednesday of the month, 6-7:30pm
Conference Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/2nyj5zet
Join us on first Wednesdays for our monthly meeting. We’ll have a different enrichment topic each month to share a practice, meditation, ritual, teaching, blessing, or other meaningful praxis. CUUPs stands for Covenant of UU Pagans. All are welcome at our meetings.
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- May 7, 2026
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Connection Circle
May 7, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Richwoods-1-Junior High Room (10)Steve Fairbanks
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