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!

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!

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, 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!

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!

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.

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 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!

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!

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, 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!

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!

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, 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!

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!

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.

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!

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, 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!

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!

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!

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, May 3,  11 am   "UU Christians & Scholars Want to Know: Who's the REAL Jesus?"

In this week's winning Thoreau auction topic, our Emeritus Minister, Rev. Dan King, returns to share a summary of some of the many reflections and speculation from modern scholars about the role and persona of Christ (born as Jeshua ben Josef).

Many self-identified Evangelical Christians have accepted the dogma of the organized Church which declares the inerrancy of what is commonly accepted as Holy Scripture (whether the Hebrew Bible or the "New Testament") as the literal Word of God recorded by the Prophets or their scribes or the words and acts of Jesus faithfully recounted by his followers. However, scholars (especially since 1500 C.E.) have examined the context of multiple collections of writings excluded from the "canon" along with the often purposeful evolution of translations of oral traditions from Aramaic, Greek, and Latin scribes. The long-running schism which eventually resulted in the identification of Unitarianism as a separate and originally purely Christian identity was about the interpretation of Jesus as less than purely Divine. Although now a small minority of UU members, contemporary UU Christians now generally refer to their own theology as a faith in the META- messages of Jesus.

Join us in-person for our weekly gathering.

During in-person worship service, Religious Education is offered for children grade K-8. You are invited to join us for hospitality after the service.

Interested in joining this service in person? Get in Touch!

Sunday,  May 3, 9:45 am   “World Humor Day ”

Jim Sheridan on humor and then everybody will have the opportunity to share their “best jokes"

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!

Saturday, May 2,  2:00-5:00 pm 🎲 Thoreau Game Night 🎲

Join us for an evening of fun, connection, and friendly competition at Thoreau Game Night! 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.

👉 Interested in attending? Get in Touch!

We can’t wait to play with you!

Friday, May 1st, 6:30PM    “Beltane Celebration and Feast”

Join us next Friday, May 1st at 6:30PM at our home on 3515 Clayhead Rd for a May Day/Beltane Celebration! Beltane is a time for joy, community, and honoring the "bright fire" (Bel-fire) that protects and blesses us for the coming season. Festive attire is absolutely encouraged! Please bring a spring-themed dish for the potluck (think abundance, dairy, floral flavors, and early spring greens), flower petals or small natural offerings for the Fairies to help bless our garden, and be ready to dance the Maypole to weave your intentions for the year. We can’t wait to celebrate the turning of the wheel with you. See you by the fire!

If you’d like to dance the Maypole, please Get in Touch! so we can coordinate the ribbons.

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, April 26, 11 am    “UU values: Countering a Banality of Evil?”

Sociologist Hannah Arendt noted a "collapse of truth" in the rise of National Socialist power during the Great Depression. Our Emeritus Minister Rev. Dan King will share another perspective on how some current developments may be echoes of recent history, and ideas on how we might choose to act in response.

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!

Sunday,  April 26, 9:45 am    “Peru”

Peru is a country in South America that's home to a section of Amazon rainforest and Machu Picchu, an ancient Incan city high in the Andes mountains. The region around Machu Picchu, including the Sacred Valley, Inca Trail and colonial city of Cusco, is rich in archaeological sites. On Peru’s arid Pacific coast is Lima, the capital, with a preserved colonial center and important collections of pre-Columbian art. Paarth Mathur speaking.

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!