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SUMMARY:Breaking Bread: Skill Share and Community Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Skill Sharing: Fibre Arts of All Kinds\nDo you sew\, mend\, knit\, crochet\, or felt? Have you wanted to learn or expand your knowledge and confidence? Do you like sharing what you are currently creating?  Would you enjoy teaching folks of any age how to fix a hole in their favourite shirt or sew on a button? \nBack before 2020 interrupted life\, we used to have a monthly Make and Mend circle to extend and repurpose garments and fabric in our lives. This month’s dinner is an opportunity to share a skill you have around fibre arts\, learn from others\, get help fixing something and enjoy a meal together! \nWhat should I bring?\nPlease bring your curiosity\, something you want to mend\, or a project you are working on. \nFor our meal please bring something to share; a side dish\, dessert\, bread\, or drinks so that we will always have enough to fill our tummies as well as our spirits. Hosts will provide a couple large main dishes such as soup or pasta.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/breaking-bread-family-centred-community-dinners-3/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Community,Lifespan,Special Event,Youth
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CREATED:20241106T210207Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-11-23/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T120000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: The Gift of Conflict
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nIt’s been said that conflict has things to teach us. It’s certainly true that when conflicts arise\, there’s something to be learned. Rev. Shawn will explore this idea in his sermon. Following the service\, the Healthy Relations Team will offer a program on the concept of rupture and repair—how we work towards overcoming conflict in ways that bring healing and peace. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nSermon text\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-the-gift-of-conflict/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T123000
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SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nRegister by September 29th\nMinimum class size is 6 students\, maximum 15 \n(late registrations may be accepted up to Oct 22 on a case-by-case basis) \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3/2025-11-23/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T121500
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CREATED:20250924T000754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T001004Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Group
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 12 years \nChildren’s Group begins in the Sanctuary for worship and leaves together after the Wisdom Story. This is a place to build friendships and self-identity in an actively anti-oppressive setting. We use LEGO\, art\, and games to build community\, trust\, and a beginning understanding of evolving Unitarian Universalist values of justice\, equity\, pluralism\, interdependence\, generosity and love. \nclick here for more info \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/summer-childrens-group-2-2/2025-11-23/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251123T140000
DTSTAMP:20251113T062354Z
CREATED:20251113T062320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T062354Z
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SUMMARY:The Gift of Conflict: Rupture and Repair Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presented by members of the Healthy Relations Team\, this 90-minute workshop will explore different ways to handle conflict\, how we each have distinct conflict styles\, and how conflict can become an opportunity to heal\, connect\, and grow our relationships. \nThis workshop will take place after the service in the Fireside room. There will be snacks and all are welcome! \n 
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/the-gift-of-conflict-rupture-and-repair-workshop/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:HRT,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251126T203000
DTSTAMP:20251013T061841Z
CREATED:20250718T004124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T061841Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Talk
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe second half is a shared silent meditation\, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski\, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-11-26/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-11-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T130000
DTSTAMP:20250925T190035Z
CREATED:20250925T185856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T190035Z
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SUMMARY:Potluck Book and Lunch Club
DESCRIPTION:Friendly readers gather online for an hour and a half on fourth Thursdays sharing their notable reads and recommendations from the past month. \nThe broad-ranging meetings might include books on global governance\, social justice and climate action\, self-help and spiritual inspiration\, the best of fiction\, biography\, art\, memoir\, and more. A written Book Report follows\, featuring all the books mentioned including the reader’s comments. \nYou’re welcome to drop in any time. Nan Gregory is the de facto contact person and host nangregory [at] shaw [dot] ca . When she’s not around\, someone else picks up the slack. \nPlease click on the JOIN MEETING button below to join.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/potluck-book-and-lunch-club-2-2/2025-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Books,Groups
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LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/potluckbooks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T113000
DTSTAMP:20250908T190036Z
CREATED:20250908T190036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T190036Z
UID:10004691-1764324000-1764329400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Fridays
DESCRIPTION:This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays\, from 10am to 11:30am. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nJoining the meeting\nAt the corresponding time and date\, please click on the blue Join Meeting below. \nThis button will only appear 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-fridays-5/2025-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T120000
DTSTAMP:20251201T211840Z
CREATED:20251106T200203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T211840Z
UID:10004327-1764500400-1764504000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Movement
DESCRIPTION:Definitions of the word MOVEMENT: \n\nThe act or process of shunting people or things from one place to another.\nShifting our bodies in and through space — crucial for physical and mental well-being.\nA group of people who actively promote common beliefs\, ideas\, or aims.\nWorld views enlarging and evolving through openness to others’ perspectives.\n\nMovement is life. From our first breath to our last\, every heartbeat\, every step\, every reaching hand is an expression of motion. Even when we are still\, our cells are dancing\, our minds are shifting\, our spirits are evolving. \nIn this service we will explore Movement in all its meanings…..Join us this Sunday as we move together in spirit and in joy. Organized by the IPA Team.  \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nHomily text (Karl Perrin)\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-movement/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260205T000412Z
CREATED:20250923T230217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T000412Z
UID:10004766-1764500400-1764505800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nRegister by September 29th\nMinimum class size is 6 students\, maximum 15 \n(late registrations may be accepted up to Oct 22 on a case-by-case basis) \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T121500
DTSTAMP:20250924T001004Z
CREATED:20250924T000754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T001004Z
UID:10004420-1764501300-1764504900@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Children’s Group
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 12 years \nChildren’s Group begins in the Sanctuary for worship and leaves together after the Wisdom Story. This is a place to build friendships and self-identity in an actively anti-oppressive setting. We use LEGO\, art\, and games to build community\, trust\, and a beginning understanding of evolving Unitarian Universalist values of justice\, equity\, pluralism\, interdependence\, generosity and love. \nclick here for more info \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/summer-childrens-group-2-2/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T133000
DTSTAMP:20251116T064213Z
CREATED:20251113T220648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T064213Z
UID:10004878-1764505800-1764509400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Discussion of the responses from the Question of the Month Project
DESCRIPTION:The Board invites you to join us for a summary of your thoughtful responses to our first two Questions of the Month. Come learn more about what your fellow congregants are thinking and how your responses will inform Board decisions.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/discussion-of-the-responses-from-the-question-of-the-month-project/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Board
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20251116T063647Z
CREATED:20251031T041523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T063647Z
UID:10004874-1764513000-1764518400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Feliz Navidad - Chalice Choir presents the annual Advent Concert
DESCRIPTION:Feliz Navidad!\n\nDate: Sunday\, Nov 30\, 2025\nTime: 2:30pm\nPlace: Vancouver Unitarians\, Oak & 49th\nCost: $20 (what you can afford tickets are available at the ticket desk on the day)\nReception: join us after the concert in Hewett Hall\n\nJoin us to celebrate the festive season! Enjoy live performances\, carols\, and guest musicians. \nTickets\nPlease click on the + button below to choose the number of tickets and then on GET TICKETS to purchase. \nYou will receive an email with your ticket(s). On the day of the concert\, please show your QR codes or ticket printout at the door. \nPoster – click here
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/feliz-navidad-chalice-choir-advent-concert/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Choir,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T210000
DTSTAMP:20251126T173608Z
CREATED:20251126T173608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T173608Z
UID:10004880-1764702000-1764709200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Circle Dance: A Moment of Stillness
DESCRIPTION:Winter is a sacred time of rest and reflection; the energy of winter is that of going within. It’s the fruitful darkness and silence out of which our souls’ yearnings and new inspirations can eventually emerge.  We will explore how darkness can nourish us and help us find stillness in challenging times. \nWe invite both new and experienced dancers to join our circle. All dances will be taught.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/circle-dance-a-moment-of-stillness/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mairy Beam":MAILTO:mairyelesbea[at]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fireside Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T113000
DTSTAMP:20250908T185653Z
CREATED:20250908T185653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T185653Z
UID:10004673-1764756000-1764761400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays\, from 10am to 11:30am. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nJoining the meeting\nAt the corresponding time and date\, please click on the blue Join Meeting below. \nThis button will only appear 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-wednesdays-4/2025-12-03/
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T203000
DTSTAMP:20251013T061841Z
CREATED:20250718T004124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T061841Z
UID:10004615-1764786600-1764793800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Talk
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe second half is a shared silent meditation\, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski\, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-12-03/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-12-03/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T220000
DTSTAMP:20251125T055525Z
CREATED:20251124T191057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T055525Z
UID:10004879-1764788400-1764799200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Men's Seasonal Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join Unitarian men from across the Lower Mainland for an informal pot-luck dinner. \nFor more information\, please contact paul[at]prescod.net.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/mens-seasonal-gathering/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hewett Hall 949 West 49th Avenue Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 West 49th Avenue:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10003970-1765098000-1765104300@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Meditation Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T120000
DTSTAMP:20251213T203208Z
CREATED:20251127T200407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T203208Z
UID:10004328-1765105200-1765108800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Our Enduring Stories of the Season
DESCRIPTION:Diane Brown\, Rev. Shawn Gauthier\, and Kiersten Moore\nFor this Exploration Sunday\, we’ll consider the stories that have stayed with us from holidays past—those personal experiences that hold for us something of the enduring meaning of the season. As you prepare for the service\, give some thought to these stories in your own life. \nThose joining us live online will be invited to join in a brief Zoom meeting during the service. The link to join is: \nvanu.ca/zoom \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nSermon text\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-our-enduring-stories-of-the-season/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T133000
DTSTAMP:20251101T212152Z
CREATED:20251016T214901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T212152Z
UID:10004862-1765108800-1765114200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Exploration Sunday: Communities of Care
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Sundays happen the first Sunday of each month and are meant to be an animating time for the whole congregation. The morning service launches the month’s worship and small-group theme with different explorations of that theme in programming following a light lunch. The intent is to engage everyone in the community-building and learning that this approach offers and make it easier for other groups to schedule events without competing programs. \nWorship Service 11:00 – 11:45 am\nDecember’s meaning making theme is  “Communities of care: how do we ensure that care is integrated into our ways of being together.” We will be hearing stories of care that arose in unexpected places\, and exploring how we give and receive in community. \nExploration Groups 12:15 – 1:30 pm\nThe service will be followed by a light lunch and then Exploration Groups are open to interested folks of all ages. This month’s groups are: \n\nListening circle on the state of the world\nCare through justice in action: writing and signing letters with Amnesty International\nsomething creative that moves us
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/exploration-sunday-communities-of-care-2/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Children and Families,Community,Lifespan,Sunday Service,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hewett Hall 949 West 49th Avenue Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 West 49th Avenue:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T134500
DTSTAMP:20250924T003002Z
CREATED:20250923T233447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T003002Z
UID:10004757-1765109700-1765115100@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3-3/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fireside Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251210T203000
DTSTAMP:20251013T061841Z
CREATED:20250718T004124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T061841Z
UID:10004616-1765391400-1765398600@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Talk
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe second half is a shared silent meditation\, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski\, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-12-10/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-12-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T113000
DTSTAMP:20250908T190122Z
CREATED:20250908T190122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T190122Z
UID:10004711-1765533600-1765539000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Fridays
DESCRIPTION:This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays\, from 10am to 11:30am. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nJoining the meeting\nAt the corresponding time and date\, please click on the blue Join Meeting below. \nThis button will only appear 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-fridays-6/2025-12-12/
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10003971-1765702800-1765709100@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Meditation Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T210000
DTSTAMP:20251204T074534Z
CREATED:20251126T190940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T074534Z
UID:10004882-1765706400-1765746000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:2025 Holiday Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:The annual VanU Holiday Fair will soon be back in Hewett Hall! Come check out a wide variety of hand-made items crafted by some of our members\, our youth\, and others. The Refugee Table will have lots of lovely costume jewelry available at remarkably low prices. Perhaps you will find the perfect gift you’ve been looking for! Please bring cash if you can. Hours of operation are 10 am – 2 pm and 6:30 pm – 9 pm (before and after the morning service and the Candlelight service\, respectively).
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/2025-holiday-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Seasonal
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hewett Hall 949 West 49th Avenue Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 West 49th Avenue:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20251218T052354Z
CREATED:20251124T180505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T052354Z
UID:10004329-1765710000-1765713600@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service: When All is Not Merry and Bright
DESCRIPTION:Janet Pivnick\nWe all hope for warmth and connection with loved ones during the holidays. But families are complicated – and\, more often than not\, family gatherings can provoke a range of emotions. Continuing with our monthly theme of “care”\, this week we’ll explore care for ourselves and our loved ones when being open-hearted feels challenging. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nSermon text\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-when-all-is-not-merry-and-bright/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260205T000412Z
CREATED:20250923T230217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T000412Z
UID:10004767-1765710000-1765715400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nRegister by September 29th\nMinimum class size is 6 students\, maximum 15 \n(late registrations may be accepted up to Oct 22 on a case-by-case basis) \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fireside Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251214T121500
DTSTAMP:20250924T001004Z
CREATED:20250924T000754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T001004Z
UID:10004422-1765710900-1765714500@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Children’s Group
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 12 years \nChildren’s Group begins in the Sanctuary for worship and leaves together after the Wisdom Story. This is a place to build friendships and self-identity in an actively anti-oppressive setting. We use LEGO\, art\, and games to build community\, trust\, and a beginning understanding of evolving Unitarian Universalist values of justice\, equity\, pluralism\, interdependence\, generosity and love. \nclick here for more info \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/summer-childrens-group-2-2/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lindsey-Priestley West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
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END:VCALENDAR