Thoreau events are open to all - visitors, friends, and members
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, July 26th, 11 am - Summer Interest Groups
Join us at our temporary summer home as we continue our 2026 Summer Interest Groups!
9er's BBQ
1836 FM359,
Richmond, TX 77406
Here are your options this week:
Movement and Dance led by Isabel Shapiro
Come express yourself with your body! Get in touch with your spiritual side through movement.
Growing Together: Welcome & Connection
Come share your ideas and help us create a more welcoming, connected, and informed Thoreau community.
Interesting Ancestors and How They Affect Us led by Charlotte Capo
Join a thoughtful conversation about ancestry, family history, and the ways our past influences who we are and who we're becoming.
Children & Youth’s Interest Group
Exploring the variety of human emotions through various forms of art.
The kids and youth are also welcome to attend any of the other discussions.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, August 2nd, 11 am - Summer Interest Groups
Join us at our temporary summer home as we continue our 2026 Summer Interest Groups!
9er's BBQ
1836 FM359,
Richmond, TX 77406
Here are your options this week:
Fantasy Book Club led by Ash Nguyen
Join us as we dive into the world of fantasy.
For the Love of Music led by Doug Kohn
Come ready to talk about your favorite album, and why you like it so much.
Children & Youth’s Interest Group
Exploring the variety of human emotions through various forms of art.
The kids and youth are also welcome to attend any of the other discussions.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Women's Book Club
Cleopatra by Saara El-Arifi
“Enchanting, smart, and subversive—this is El-Arifi’s masterpiece.”—R.F. Kuang, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Katabasis
YOU KNOW MY NAME, BUT YOU DO NOT KNOW ME.
Your historians call me seductress, but I was ever in love's thrall.
Your playwrights speak of witchcraft, but my talents came from the gods themselves.
Your poets sing of my bloodlust, but I was always protecting my children.
How wilfully they refuse to concede that a woman could be powerful, strategic, and divinely blessed to rule.
Death will silence me no longer.
This is not the story of how I died. But how I lived.
Books are selected by the members of the Women’s Book Club
Reoccurring monthly on the First Monday, starting at 1:00 PM; we meet in members’ homes.
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, August 9th, 11 am - Summer Interest Groups
Join us at our temporary summer home as we conclude our 2026 Summer Interest Groups!
9er's BBQ
1836 FM359,
Richmond, TX 77406
Here are your options this week:
What the Heck is Christian Science? led by Valerie Tolman
Valerie Tolman will discuss growing up as a Christian Science and talk about some of the religions more controversial beliefs. Organized during a time of great interest in metaphysics, some of the tenets of this unusual religion are supported by today’s science.
Updating Thoreau’s Welcome, Membership and Communications Efforts led by Deirdre Hammons
Join us a we wrap up this summer series and plan for ways to keep the momentum we’ve gained in bettering our membership and communications efforts for our community.
Children & Youth’s Interest Group
Exploring the variety of human emotions through various forms of art.
The kids and youth are also welcome to attend any of the other discussions.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, July 19th, 11 am - Summer Interest Groups
Join us at our temporary summer home as we continue our 2026 Summer Interest Groups!
9er's BBQ
1836 FM359,
Richmond, TX 77406
Here are your options this week:
Gardening led by Alliey Roche and Donna Dauria Burleigh
Come pool your gardening knowledge with other gardeners, both amateur and experienced.
Poetry Workshop led by Michael Crouch
The poetry seminar will address several of the following goals.
Goals:
1. To share some of your favorite poems.
2. To share some poems that you have written in the past, or that you wrote specifically for this seminar.
3. To experience the poem writing process with a "live" writing exercise.
Updating Thoreau’s Welcome, Membership and Communications Efforts led by Deirdre Hammons
The first meeting focused on in person brainstorming, feedback, suggestions from newish to longtime folks and then planning actions (and owners) to work on over the summer to execute.
This second meeting will focus on progress updates and upcoming plans.
Children & Youth’s Interest Group
Exploring the variety of human emotions through various forms of art.
The kids and youth are also welcome to attend any of the other discussions.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Men's Dinner Group
Please join us for the Men's monthly dinner group.
Location: Beck’s Prime 1822 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478
Let us know to look out for you! Get in Touch.
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, July 12th, 11 am - Summer Interest Groups
Join us at our temporary summer home as we continue our 2026 Summer Interest Groups!
9er's BBQ
1836 FM359,
Richmond, TX 77406
Here are your options this week:
Gardening led by Alliey Roche and Donna Dauria Burleigh
Come pool your gardening knowledge with other gardeners, both amateur and experienced.
Syncretism led by Teofilo Bijarro
A discussion on syncretism similar to the medieval Renaissance alchemists where I use the houses of astrology to find a unifying link between numerology, sacred geometry, music theory, color theory, astrotheology, etc.
Updating Thoreau’s Welcome, Membership and Communications Efforts led by Deirdre Hammons
The plan for the first meetings is in person brainstorming, feedback, suggestions from newish to longtime folks and then planning actions (and owners) to work on over the summer to execute.
Children & Youth’s Interest Group
Exploring the variety of human emotions through various forms of art.
The kids and youth are also welcome to attend any of the other discussions.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
2nd Friday Discussion Group
2nd Friday Discussion Group will meet on July 9th at Becks Prime:
1822 SH-6 S, Sugar Land, TX 77478.
Near the Sugar Land Whole Foods.
Here’s the menu: https://www.becksprime.com/menu/menu.pdf
TOPIC: TBD
Reoccurring monthly on the Second Friday.
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, July 5th, 11 am - Summer Interest Groups
Join us at our temporary summer home as we continue our 2026 Summer Interest Groups!
9er's BBQ
1836 FM359,
Richmond, TX 77406
Here are your options this week:
Foodies led by Allie Roche
Foodies Unite! Come ready to share your favorite recipes, local restaurant recommendations, and specialty grocery spots as we engage in a free-wheeling discussion of all things food.
Fantasy Book Club led by Ash Nguyen
Join us as we dive into the world of fantasy. Our first book will be “Greenteeth” by Molly O'Neill.
Quantum Science vs Quantum Bull Shit led by Tony Veneruso
'Quantum' has creeped deeply into our culture. It's everywhere from science to business, finance, health, beauty, the Arts, AI, crypto and even spiritualism. Amazon lists over 60,000 products with 'quantum' in the title - Delivered to your door! Bring your questions - no fear - we'll discuss in plain language: what's Quantum, how does it work, what good can it do, what harm? So come to tour the latest wonders and help protect yourself from Quantum scams, BS and financial entanglement.
Children & Youth’s Interest Group
Exploring the variety of human emotions through various forms of art.
The kids and youth are also welcome to attend any of the other discussions.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Thoreau Game Night
Saturday, July 3rd, 6:00-9:00 pm 🎲 Thoreau Game Night 🎲
Join us for an evening of fun, connection, and friendly competition at 9ers Grill in Richmond, TX! Whether you’re a board game enthusiast, a card game casual, or someone who just enjoys good company, this night is for you.
We’ll have a variety of games available, and you’re welcome to bring a favorite to share. Come solo, bring a friend, or make new ones as we gather for laughter, low-pressure play, and community building.
No prior game experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and your playful spirit.
When: Friday July 3rd 6:00-9:00PM
Where:
9ers Grill
1800 Fm 359
Richmond, TX 77406
👉 Interested in attending? Get in Touch!
We can’t wait to play with you!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, June 28, 11 am - Summer Interest Groups
Join us at our temporary summer home for our 2026 Summer Interest Groups!
9er's BBQ
1836 FM359,
Richmond, TX 77406
Here are your options this week:
Humor led by Melinda Weick
After a very brief summary of the history of humor, kinds of humor, and purpose of humor, people will share a joke or a humorous story if they feel comfortable doing so.
Poetry Workshop led by Michael Crouch
The poetry seminar will address several of the following goals:
1. To share some of your favorite poems.
2. To share some poems that you have written in the past, or that you wrote specifically for this seminar.
3. To experience the poem writing process with a "live" writing exercise.
Indus Valley Civilization led by Noel Zinn
Noel will talk about the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), also known as the Harappan Civilization (after one of its two main cities). The Bronze Age civilization in the northwestern regions of South Asia lasted from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE, but in its mature form from 2600 BCE to 1900 BCE. You can read about it in Wikipedia here.
Children & Youth’s Interest Group
Exploring the variety of human emotions through various forms of art.
The kids and youth are also welcome to attend any of the other discussions.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Men's Dinner Group
Please join us for the Men's monthly dinner group.
Location: Beck’s Prime 1822 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478
Let us know to look out for you! Get in Touch.
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
2nd Friday Discussion Group
2nd Friday Discussion Group will meet on June 12th at Becks Prime:
1822 SH-6 S, Sugar Land, TX 77478.
Near the Sugar Land Whole Foods.
Here’s the menu: https://www.becksprime.com/menu/menu.pdf
TOPIC: TBD
Reoccurring monthly on the Second Friday.
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, May 31, 11 am “Evil of Ordinary People”
Religious liberals don’t often talk about this—but maybe we should. Rev. Dr. Daniel O'Connell invites us into a meaningful reflection on human nature, accountability, and the importance of recognizing our own capacity for harm as part of living with integrity.
Join us in-person for our weekly gathering.
During in-person worship service, Religious Education is offered for children 5 and over. You are invited to join us for hospitality after the service.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Adult Discussion Group
Sunday, May 31, 9:45 am “What’s new in Artificial Intelligence”
Amanda Ayles is back to talk about what’s new in Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Adult Discussion Group will be meeting in person @ 9:45 AM in Thoreau’s Clark Cabin except on the third Sunday of each month when we will meet in the Sanctuary @ 11 AM.
The AC and HEPA filter will be running to keep Clark Cabin & the Sanctuary as safe as possible.
For those that prefer: We will provide ZOOM via the OWL system when we meet in the cabin & our Moderator Tamara will recognize your hand up and add you to the queue.
Thoreauvians and friends will be notified each week (tuucannounce@groups.io) of our ADG topic, time and zoom login.
Please keep an eye out for our notices.
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, May 24, 11 am “Mvskoke and Yuchi Beliefs and Perspectives”
Aryn Ward, a Mvskoke composer, musician, and interdisciplinary artist with Yuchi heritage, will discuss the beliefs and perspective of the Mvskoke and Yuchi tribes through a musical presentation . Her work is rooted in cultural memory, language, and the belief in music as medicine.
Join us in-person for our weekly gathering.
During in-person worship service, Religious Education is offered for children 5 and over. You are invited to join us for hospitality after the service.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Adult Discussion Group
Sunday, May 24, 9:45 am “How to talk to the worst parts of yourself ”
Lindi Kohn will present this talk on TEDx video, How to talk to the worst parts of yourself by Karen Faith
Adult Discussion Group will be meeting in person @ 9:45 AM in Thoreau’s Clark Cabin except on the third Sunday of each month when we will meet in the Sanctuary @ 11 AM.
The AC and HEPA filter will be running to keep Clark Cabin & the Sanctuary as safe as possible.
For those that prefer: We will provide ZOOM via the OWL system when we meet in the cabin & our Moderator Tamara will recognize your hand up and add you to the queue.
Thoreauvians and friends will be notified each week (tuucannounce@groups.io) of our ADG topic, time and zoom login.
Please keep an eye out for our notices.
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Men's Dinner Group
Please join us for the Men's monthly dinner group.
Location: Beck’s Prime 1822 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478
Let us know to look out for you! Get in Touch.
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration/Adult Discussion
Aug 17 - “Speaking of Photography” with Ron Masters
Is a picture worth a thousand words? What makes a photo interesting to you? We’ll critique work ranging from famous to unpublished, across several genres; discuss what works and doesn’t; consider a visual vocabulary; and maybe discover new ways of seeing.
Join us in-person in Thoreau’s Sanctuary or via Zoom for our discussion service.
On one Sunday a month, our Adult Discussion Group coordinates the speaker for our weekly gathering.
During ADG Sunday Service, Religious Education is offered for children 5 and over, and a nursery is available.
You are invited to join us for light snacks after ADG.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, May 10, 11 am Thoreau’s Annual Flower Ceremony and Charter Sunday
Join us for that most UU of ceremonies, the annual flower communion. Bring flowers from your garden to share with the congregation. We will also be celebrating 30 years since Thoreau was first chartered and Mother’s Day.
Join us in-person for our weekly gathering.
Because this is an intergenerational service, there will be no K-8 Religious Exploration. You are invited to join us for hospitality after the service.
Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!
Adult Discussion Group
Sunday, May 10, 9:45 am “International Day of Light”
The International Day of Light (IDL) is celebrated annually on May 16 to recognize the pivotal role light plays in science, culture, education, and sustainable development. Proclaimed by UNESCO, this global initiative commemorates the first successful laser operation on May 16, 1960, and promotes appreciation for light-based technologies. Tony Veneruso presenting.
Adult Discussion Group will be meeting in person @ 9:45 AM in Thoreau’s Clark Cabin except on the third Sunday of each month when we will meet in the Sanctuary @ 11 AM.
The AC and HEPA filter will be running to keep Clark Cabin & the Sanctuary as safe as possible.
For those that prefer: We will provide ZOOM via the OWL system when we meet in the cabin & our Moderator Tamara will recognize your hand up and add you to the queue.
Thoreauvians and friends will be notified each week (tuucannounce@groups.io) of our ADG topic, time and zoom login.
Please keep an eye out for our notices.
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!
2nd Friday Discussion Group - Field Trip
The May 8 gathering of Thoreau’s Second Friday discussion group will be a FIELD TRIP to Houston’s new Ismaili Center. ALL are welcome!
Location: The Ismaili Center
Address: 2290 West Dallas Street, Houston, TX 77019
Date: May 8
Time: Tour begins at 11:00 am.
Admission: FREE
Reoccurring monthly on the Second Friday.
Interested in attending? Get in Touch!
Adult Enrichment
AE Lunchitarians
This is a recurring virtual meeting every Wednesday from noon - 1:30 PM.
Thoreau Lunchitarians discuss books, or other matters arising
Check your email for topic details and the Zoom link!
Interested in joining this discussion? Get in Touch!