Mar 17, 9am-4:30pm Spirit, Service and Community in the Second Half of Life

The Longevity Revolution has added 30 years to our average life span. How do we insure our longer lives will be richer, more meaningful lives? Join Second Journey founder Bolton Anthony, philosopher John Sullivan, and community activist Gayatri Erlandson for a stimulating morning of exploration, followed by an afternoon of World Café conversation.  This event is at the United Church of Chapel Hill, 1321 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.  For more information, go to SecondJourney. (L)

March 23, 7:30 p.m. - Rev. Mark Morrison-Reed speaks at UUFR

The Journey Towards Wholeness anti-racism team invites you to a talk by Rev. Mark Morrison-Reed, one of the first black Unitarian Universalist ministers. Morrison-Reed, a scholar and UU minister for 26 years, is the author of three books, including the recently published, In Between: Memoir of an Integration Baby. Through his writing and speaking, he sheds his unique light on the persistent question of race in America. The event is sponsored as well by Quail Ridge Books, and copies of Morrison-Reed's book will be available for purchase and signing. There is no charge for the event, which will be held in the Sanctuary. A reception follows. For more information about Morrison-Reed, see  UUA webpage. (H)

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Mar 23, 8:30am-4pm  Partners in Health and Wholeness 2010 Faith & Heal Summit

The North Carolina Council of Churches is sponsoring a day-long event on health and wholeness for people of faith across the sate.  All interested persons - clergy, congregants, public health professionals, lawmakers and members of the public are welcome.  "Presenting Our Bodies as Living Sacrifices, Healthy and Acceptable unto God!" will be our theme for the day.  For registration and other information, click here.  Event is at First Baptist Church, 101 S. Wilmington Street, Raleigh.(L)

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Mar 23, 7pm Film: Dhamma Brothers

A rigorous meditation program transforms violent inmates in an Alabama prison.  Post-film discussion led by Ron Cavanaugh (treatment director at the Alabama Department of Corrections), Jenny Thompson (the film's writer & producer) and Gary Hetzel (the Donaldson Correctional Facility's warden).  This film is part of the 2010 Ethics Film series, centered around issues of control and resistance. Visit the Kenan Institute for Ethics film series website for more information.  Event is at the Griffith Film Theater, Bryan Center in Duke University's West Campus, Durham. (L)

Apr 1, 7-9pm  Movie: The World According to Monsanto

Join the Social Action Committee for a social justice inspired movie each month.  This month's movie is "The World According to Monsanto", the result of a three-year-long investigation by award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker Marie-Monique Robin. The films tells the little-known yet shocking story of this agribusiness giant--the world's leading producer of GMOs (genetically modified organisms).  Robin reports that, following its long history of manufacturing hazardous chemicals and lethal herbicides, Monsanto is now marketing itself as a "life sciences" company, seemingly convinced about the virtues of sustainable development. However, Monsanto now controls the majority of the yield of the world's genetically modified corn and soy--ingredients found in more than 95 percent of American households--and its alarming legal and political tactics to maintain this monopoly are the subject of worldwide concern.  Released to great acclaim and controversy in France, this film is sure to change the way we think about food safety and the corporate control of our food supply.

Movie poster will be posted here when it's available.  Event is in Clara Barton room. (M)

Apr 10, 8:30am-2pm Save the Date - Neuse River Cleanup

Help us clean the river!  This is a fun event that is great for all ages - children as little as 2 year old can participate alongside an adult.  Last year 40 of us helped recover several tires, pieces of a couch, a few appliances and parts of a car from the shores of the river.  This event is coordinated by the Neuse Riverkeepers.  More details coming soon! (H)

Apr 10, 7-10pm Africa Night

The night will include the sharing of African food, entertainment, storytelling, and a silent auction.  Children are welcome.  Proceeds go to fund a special project by a current Peace Corps Volunteer from North Carolina.  Sponsored by the Social Action Committee and presented by the NC Peace Corps Association.  Event is in Peace Hall. (M)