Unity of Bloomington is blessed with an active community that extends beyond our congregation. We have opportunities every month for workshops, music, exercise, movies, food, discussions, and more! Feel free to bring a friend!
This page is intended for events that occur either once per month or are unique.
Please click here to visit our Groups & Spiritual Education page for information about events that occur more frequently.
Keep an eye on this page for new opportunities, or subscribe to our newsletter for a weekly upate.
Black History Month Celebration
Join us for a joyous celebration of history and empowerment! The Nick Gomez jazz quartet will be our special music guest, with music by Duke Ellington to kick off the celebration. Additional special music also is planned. Come early to enjoy all the music!
Annual Meeting & Potluck
We will look at the budget for next year, elect new trustees for our Board, and discuss our business and visions for the future as an entire commUnity. In order to make your vote count at this Annual Meeting, you must be a formal member of UofB.
Be sure to bring something for our pre-meeting potluck! There’s always plenty to go around!
Community Sing with Angela Gabriel
In the Chapel on the first Saturday of every month.
All experience & confidence levels welcome.
FREE!
For more info visit:
www.AngelaGabriel.me
'Spiritual Economics' Book Study
Begin your New Year of prosperity by participating in a book study of Eric Butterworth’s “Spiritual Economics”. As a prominent New Thought minister, author, and lecturer, Eric Butterworth was well-known for his teachings on spirituality and prosperity. A main theme of this book is that true prosperity is not just about material wealth, but also encompasses health, happiness, and fulfillment in all areas of life. You may purchase a copy of the book from us for $15.
If you plan to attend the class, please RSVP to uofbcommunity@gmail.com so that class materials and supportive videos can be shared.
InterPlay Workshop (Copy)
InterPlay is an active and creative approach to unlocking the wisdom of the body. It is a system of guided, improvisational forms and tools based in telling stories, making sounds, creating movement, and having stillness.
Maryellen May leads this workshop in the Unity chapel. Set up and social time starts at 12:30 p.m., with the workshop running from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. There is no cost!
'Spiritual Economics' Book Study
Begin your New Year of prosperity by participating in a book study of Eric Butterworth’s “Spiritual Economics”. As a prominent New Thought minister, author, and lecturer, Eric Butterworth was well-known for his teachings on spirituality and prosperity. A main theme of this book is that true prosperity is not just about material wealth, but also encompasses health, happiness, and fulfillment in all areas of life. You may purchase a copy of the book from us for $15.
If you plan to attend the class, please RSVP to uofbcommunity@gmail.com so that class materials and supportive videos can be shared.
'Spiritual Economics' Book Study
Begin your New Year of prosperity by participating in a book study of Eric Butterworth’s “Spiritual Economics”. As a prominent New Thought minister, author, and lecturer, Eric Butterworth was well-known for his teachings on spirituality and prosperity. A main theme of this book is that true prosperity is not just about material wealth, but also encompasses health, happiness, and fulfillment in all areas of life. You may purchase a copy of the book from us for $15.
If you plan to attend the class, please RSVP to uofbcommunity@gmail.com so that class materials and supportive videos can be shared.
Interplay with Phil Porter!
Join us for an ENTIRE DAY of PLAY!! The co-founder of InterPlay, Phil Porter, will be visiting our group on Saturday, February 15, so things will be a little different than usual. The plan is to play in the chapel from 10:00 to 12:00 noon, have a potluck lunch, and then play more from 1:30 to 3:00 in the afternoon. See Maryellen May for further details, or just come prepared to have fun!
Drum Circle
Come Make Some Noise!
Meeting will be held in the Unity of Bloomington Chapel. Parking available in the lot on Gordon Pike, or in the semi-circle on Rogers St.
Beginners and experienced players welcome! This event is open to interested persons who aren’t members of Unity of Bloomington, so bring a friend!
Some drums will be provided, but feel free to bring or create your own!
If you have extra drums, maracas, shakers, or other percussion instruments, please bring them to share if you’re comfortable doing so.
If you have further questions, please email Jonna Capio at jonna.capio@gmail.com
Drum Circle
Come Make Some Noise!
Meeting will be held in the Unity of Bloomington Chapel. Parking available in the lot on Gordon Pike, or in the semi-circle on Rogers St.
Beginners and experienced players welcome! This event is open to interested persons who aren’t members of Unity of Bloomington, so bring a friend!
Some drums will be provided, but feel free to bring or create your own!
If you have extra drums, maracas, shakers, or other percussion instruments, please bring them to share if you’re comfortable doing so.
If you have further questions, please email Jonna Capio at jonna.capio@gmail.com
InterPlay Workshop
InterPlay is an active and creative approach to unlocking the wisdom of the body. It is a system of guided, improvisational forms and tools based in telling stories, making sounds, creating movement, and having stillness.
Maryellen May leads this workshop in the Unity chapel. Set up and social time starts at 12:30 p.m., with the workshop running from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. There is no cost!
Intro to Faith Traditions
Have you ever wondered…
How does Unity encompass teachings beyond Christ?
What are the histories of these other wisdoms?
… Attend and find out!
Intro to Faith Traditions
Have you ever wondered…
How does Unity encompass teachings beyond Christ?
What are the histories of these other wisdoms?
… Attend and find out!
Drum Circle
Come Make Some Noise!
Meeting will be held in the Unity of Bloomington Chapel. Parking available in the lot on Gordon Pike, or in the semi-circle on Rogers St.
Beginners and experienced players welcome! This event is open to interested persons who aren’t members of Unity of Bloomington, so bring a friend!
Some drums will be provided, but feel free to bring or create your own!
If you have extra drums, maracas, shakers, or other percussion instruments, please bring them to share if you’re comfortable doing so.
If you have further questions, please email Jonna Capio at jonna.capio@gmail.com
Burning Bowl & White Stone Ceremony
Release what no longer serves you, and embrace an inspiration for the coming year!
Intro to Faith Traditions
Have you ever wondered…
How does Unity encompass teachings beyond Christ?
What are the histories of these other wisdoms?
… Attend and find out!
InterPlay Workshop
InterPlay is an active and creative approach to unlocking the wisdom of the body. It is a system of guided, improvisational forms and tools based in telling stories, making sounds, creating movement, and having stillness.
Maryellen May leads this workshop in the Unity chapel. Set up and social time starts at 12:30 p.m., with the workshop running from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. There is no cost!
Christmas Eve Candlelit Service
Join us for an introspective and brief Christmas Eve service, lit by cozy candlelight. This is one of Unity of Bloomington’s most cherished holiday traditions!
Last Day to Join Unity of Bloomington!
Become an official voting member of Unity of Bloomington and join our CommUnity! You can apply digitally by clicking here!
Drum Circle
Come Make Some Noise!
Meeting will be held in the Unity of Bloomington Chapel. Parking available in the lot on Gordon Pike, or in the semi-circle on Rogers St.
Beginners and experienced players welcome! This event is open to interested persons who aren’t members of Unity of Bloomington, so bring a friend!
Some drums will be provided, but feel free to bring or create your own!
If you have extra drums, maracas, shakers, or other percussion instruments, please bring them to share if you’re comfortable doing so.
If you have further questions, please email Jonna Capio at jonna.capio@gmail.com
Unity Community Sing with Angela Gabriel
Come to our Chapel and lift up your voice in song with your community! This event is open to the public — bring a friend!
InterPlay Workshop
InterPlay is an active and creative approach to unlocking the wisdom of the body. It is a system of guided, improvisational forms and tools based in telling stories, making sounds, creating movement, and having stillness.
Maryellen May leads this workshop in the Unity chapel. Set up and social time starts at 12:30 p.m., with the workshop running from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. There is no cost!
Drum Circle
Come Make Some Noise!
Meeting will be held in the Unity of Bloomington Chapel. Parking available in the lot on Gordon Pike, or in the semi-circle on Rogers St.
Beginners and experienced players welcome! This event is open to interested persons who aren’t members of Unity of Bloomington, so bring a friend!
Some drums will be provided, but feel free to bring or create your own!
If you have extra drums, maracas, shakers, or other percussion instruments, please bring them to share if you’re comfortable doing so.
If you have further questions, please email Jonna Capio at jonna.capio@gmail.com
Guest Musician: Melanie DeMore
We will have the great joy of experiencing Melanie DeMore on Sunday, November 17! Melanie is a three-time Grammy nominated singer/composer, choral conductor, voice activist and song leader. She has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and at music festivals in many parts of the world. Traveling the globe, Melanie uses music to connect and inspire people to work towards a better world.
Melanie will join with our Unity choir for the Musical Inspiration at the Sunday service. Then, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. afterwards, she will lead a Community Sing that is open to the public. (Love offerings will be accepted, with a suggested donation of $10-20)
We are so grateful to have her join us!! Please invite your friends and plan to attend!
Choir Practice
If you like to sing, come join the Unity of Bloomington Choir! The Choir is a separate group from the Music Team that leads the congregation on Sunday mornings.
ANYONE is welcome to join the Choir. No musical experience is necessary; you don’t need to be able to read music. We need people who just love to sing!!
Rehearsals are once a month, on the second Saturday of each month, from 10:00 to 11:15 am, and the Choir sings once a month for the Sunday service.
You receive mp3 recordings to your email with your voice part, so you can listen and practice at home.
Come join your voice in the FUN of music at UofB!!!
Soup Sunday!
It’s that comfy, cozy, autumn season when we begin to shift our summer salads to soup-time! We will have a commUnity Soup Sunday on November 10. There are sign-up sheets for soups, bread, sides and dessert on the back snack tables. Please plan to join us in a “soup-er” potluck after the service.
Choir Practice
If you like to sing, come join the Unity of Bloomington Choir! The Choir is a separate group from the Music Team that leads the congregation on Sunday mornings.
ANYONE is welcome to join the Choir. No musical experience is necessary; you don’t need to be able to read music. We need people who just love to sing!!
Rehearsals are once a month, on the second Saturday of each month, from 10:00 to 11:15 am, and the Choir sings once a month for the Sunday service.
You receive mp3 recordings to your email with your voice part, so you can listen and practice at home.
Come join your voice in the FUN of music at UofB!!!
InterPlay Workshop
InterPlay is an active and creative approach to unlocking the wisdom of the body. It is a system of guided, improvisational forms and tools based in telling stories, making sounds, creating movement, and having stillness.
Maryellen May leads this workshop in the Unity chapel. Set up and social time starts at 12:30 p.m., with the workshop running from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. There is no cost!
Drum Circle
Come Make Some Noise!
Meeting will be held in the Unity of Bloomington Chapel. Parking available in the lot on Gordon Pike, or in the semi-circle on Rogers St.
Beginners and experienced players welcome! This event is open to interested persons who aren’t members of Unity of Bloomington, so bring a friend!
Some drums will be provided, but feel free to bring or create your own!
If you have extra drums, maracas, shakers, or other percussion instruments, please bring them to share if you’re comfortable doing so.
If you have further questions, please email Jonna Capio at jonna.capio@gmail.com
Choir Practice
If you like to sing, come join the Unity of Bloomington Choir! The Choir is a separate group from the Music Team that leads the congregation on Sunday mornings.
ANYONE is welcome to join the Choir. No musical experience is necessary; you don’t need to be able to read music. We need people who just love to sing!!
Rehearsals are typically once a month, on the second Saturday of each month, from 10:00 to 11:15 am, and the Choir sings once a month for the Sunday service.
You receive mp3 recordings to your email with your voice part, so you can listen and practice at home.
Come join your voice in the FUN of music at UofB!!!
InterPlay Workshop
InterPlay is an active and creative approach to unlocking the wisdom of the body. It is a system of guided, improvisational forms and tools based in telling stories, making sounds, creating movement, and having stillness.
Maryellen May leads this workshop in the Unity chapel. Set up and social time starts at 12:30 p.m., with the workshop running from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. There is no cost!
42nd Anniversary Potluck!
Save The Date for our 42nd Anniversary Celebration here at Unity of Bloomington on Sunday, September 22. We’ll DEFINITELY have a commUnity potluck after the service – outside if the weather is good. Other details are in the works. Make sure you put the date on your calendar and plan to atten
! If you are interested in planning some activities for this event, please see Dan Piekarsky or Luke Salmon.
Drum Circle
Come Make Some Noise!
Meeting will be held in the Unity of Bloomington Chapel. Parking available in the lot on Gordon Pike, or in the semi-circle on Rogers St.
Beginners and experienced players welcome! This event is open to interested persons who aren’t members of Unity of Bloomington, so bring a friend!
Some drums will be provided, but feel free to bring or create your own!
If you have extra drums, maracas, shakers, or other percussion instruments, please bring them to share if you’re comfortable doing so.
If you have further questions, please email Jonna Capio at jonna.capio@gmail.com
Bloomington Pride Fest!
We are proud to participate in this exciting event up and down Kirkwood Avenue in the heart of our town. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make the greater Bloomington community aware of the warmth and welcome that is waiting for them within the doors of Unity of Bloomington.
Maryellen May is heading up the team to plan and orchestrate our appearance at this event. Volunteers are needed for 1-1/2 hour time slots throughout the day, to staff our table and interact with all of the people at this well-attended, fun event. A number of time slots are available, starting at 12:30 p.m. To volunteer, use the Sign-up Genius link below, or contact Maryellen at uofbcommunity@gmail.com
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Choir Practice
If you like to sing, come join the Unity of Bloomington Choir! The Choir is a separate group from the Music Team that leads the congregation on Sunday mornings.
ANYONE is welcome to join the Choir. No musical experience is necessary; you don’t need to be able to read music. We need people who just love to sing!!
Rehearsals are once a month, on the second Saturday of each month, from 10:00 to 11:15 am, and the Choir sings once a month for the Sunday service.
You receive mp3 recordings to your email with your voice part, so you can listen and practice at home.
We will sing “Everybody’s Got a Place in the Choir” on September 15. It’s a fun, easy song with a metaphysical undertone that spells out that EVERYONE has a place -- in the Choir, in the world, and at Unity of Bloomington. Come join your voice in the FUN of music at UofB!!!
SPIRITUAL CINEMA: Groundhog Day (1993)
What would you do if you found yourself stuck in a time-loop in which you make the same mistakes over and over and over?
Find out whether Phil ever learns from his mistakes and finds a way to escape the time-loop. Following the screening, we will gather for a discussion of the psychological and spiritual implications of the film. There is no cost to attend, and popcorn will be provided!
InterPlay Workshop
InterPlay is an active and creative approach to unlocking the wisdom of the body. It is a system of guided, improvisational forms and tools based in telling stories, making sounds, creating movement, and having stillness.
Maryellen May leads this workshop in the Unity chapel. Set up and social time starts at 12:30 p.m., with the workshop running from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. There is no cost!