UU Family Summer Camp with Dean Kathryn Deal
“Community Campfire Night”
Friday, July 30 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Free (all ages)
UU Senior High Camp with Dean Greg Boyd
Wednesday – Friday, July 21 – July 23 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. each day – Free (youth who have completed 9th-12th grade at time of camp)
UU Junior High Summer Camp with Deans Kathleen Moscato and Patrick Daley
Wednesday – Friday, July 14 – July 16 | 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. each day – Free (youth who have completed 6th-8th grade at time of camp)
UU Elementary Summer Camp with Dean Kathleen Moscato
Wednesday – Friday, July 14 – July 16 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. each day – Free (youth who have completed K-5th grade at time of camp)
Women’s Retreat with Deans Marianne Swift-Gifford and Kathleen Moscato and Keynote Speaker Rev. Dr. Beth Johnson. Performances by Emma’s Revolution and Karen Hart.
“The Spiral of Resilience & Renewal”
Friday, April 30 through Sunday, May 2 | Various times – sliding scale/ $60.00 recommended (women 18 and older/ younger with parent/ guardian consent)
Description: This past year has been challenging. It has been a time to learn the importance of being present to and honoring our experiences, feelings, and bodies. The focus of this year’s gathering will be to create a space to ground together and process whatever is present through our bodies so that we can effectively channel our energy into what is needed and what is ours to do. The weekend will include a wide range of workshops and a couple of fun-filled concerts. Learn more about Rev. Dr. Beth Johnson, Emma’s Revolution, and Karen Hart.
Living Sustainably with Leslie Reuter
Friday, April 23 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm – free (adults/ teens)
Description: Earth Day is celebrated internationally on April 22. You already know that one day is not enough-the earth must be cared for daily. If you fret over the thought of climate change, plastic islands, habitat destruction, and species extinction, you are not alone. However, you also have good company in making a difference. Your everyday choices and actions impact the health of the planet. Join Leslie to learn how she is making a difference and how you and everyone you know can be a part of the change. Come with hope in your heart, questions on your mind, and a willingness to be part of the solution. And share with others the steps you take to help preserve, protect, and restore the planet.
Sing around the (Virtual) Campfire with Scott Roewe
Friday, March 26 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm – free (all ages)
Description: What better way to get ready for in person camps than joining others around the campfire. While you can’t meet in person yet, you can get together with friends and family members to “practice” being at camp. Scott Rowe is a multifaceted musician, performing and recording artist, composer, choir director, and teacher. And he is the dean and music director of de Benneville Pines’ very own Summer Choir Camp. Don’t miss out on this fun evening. Lyrics will be provided and participants are invited to hang out and chat after the sing-a-long.
UU Elementary Winter Camp Connections with Deans Shannon and Bill Stoker
Saturday, February 6, 2021/ 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – free (youth in grades K-5 and parents/guardians)
Description: Zoom Camp Connection events make it possible for youth to make new friends and build on established camp friendships! Come have fun playing, laughing, singing, sharing, and performing with awesome counselors and Adult Deans, Shannon and Bill Stoker!
Creating a Daily Accomplishments and Goal Setting Journal with Lena Wellman
Sunday, January 24, 2021/ 5:30 – 7:00 pm – free (adults)
Description: Join Lena, a self-avowed “non-writer”, for an evening of practicing a simple writing technique to set goals, stay accountable, and pursue your dreams. The class will be an interactive experience of learning how to create a daily journal that celebrate accomplishments and motivates you to work towards your goals. Everyone will start with a very doable daily list and learn how to slowly expand, incorporating more goals that nourish you and help you accomplish what you have been putting off for whatever reason. It is all about celebration and has zero to do with guilt! Just show up with a notebook or journal and a writing utensil to get started.
Campfire Stories with David Chittenden and the South Coast Storytellers Guild
Friday, January 15, 2021/ 7:00 – 8:15 pm – free (all ages)
Description: A favorite time at Camp de Benneville Pines is sitting around the campfire (or in Homet Lodge, or on the deck of Craig’s Cabin, or in the Library) listening to stories. As a special gift, members of the Southcoast Storytellers Guild will regale campers with family friendly tales, yarns, and anecdotes in a virtual campfire setting. So, get a blanket, grab a cup of your favorite warm beverage, pull up a seat, and prepare to be entertained. Learn more about the South Coast Storytellers Guild here.