Unitarian Universalist Society East

Celebrate the arrival of Spring with good company, food ,and music on the UUSE grounds Saturday, May 2, 2026, 10 AM to 2 PM rain or shine (Rain will move all activities indoors and cancel the Bike Rodeo.)
Free!
Beltane Ritual at 11 AM— Beltane honors spring's peak, fertility, and the return of light through fire, flowers, and nature-focused rituals. It is a time for planting, celebrating love, and honoring the earth.
Reggaeton Music at 1 PM—This interactive demo will introduce you to Reggaeton, a high-energy dance music genre that originated in Panama and Puerto Rico, merging Caribbean reggae with American hip-hop. It is defined by the "dembow" riddim — a steady, syncopated 4-on-the-floor beat. Be ready to make music and dance.
Bike Rodeo— Bring your bike and helmet
Children’s Activities— Crafts and active fun
Tag Sale—Congregation-wide tag sale
Bake Sale— Loads of homemade goodies
Plant Sale— Plants for your garden just in time for planting and houseplants
Food Truck— For a snack or full meal
Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 Vernon St. West, Manchester, CT

Local Event: Mayfair

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Mayfair

Celebrate the arrival of Spring with good company, food ,and music on the UUSE grounds Saturday, May 2, 2026, 10 AM to 2 PM...

Ryan Ford, double bassist, will perform classical and modern music at 3 PM Sunday, May 3, at Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 Vernon St. West, Manchester CT. Ford will perform with his daughter Margeaux and accompanist Lan-Ya Huang. Suggested donation (to benefit UUSE): $20. No one will be turned away.


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Local Event: Ryan Ford Double Bass Concert

Ryan Ford Double Bass Concert

Ryan Ford, double bassist, will perform classical and modern music at 3 PM Sunday, May 3, at Unitarian Universalist Society...

UUSE will host an unforgettable evening of music and poetry featuring Christian Loftus, Manchester's own troubadour, and Nadia Sims, the town's celebrated Poet Laureate at 7PM&nbsp;Friday, May 22uuse.org. This unique collaboration brings together two of Manchester's most gifted artists for a night of soul-stirring songs and evocative spoken word. Loftus's heartfelt melodies and rich storytelling will intertwine with Sims's powerful poetry, offering a performance that is both moving and inspiring. The event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. Admission is free but donations to UUSE are welcome.

UUSE is located at 153 Vernon Street West, Manchester CT.
UUSE.org&nbsp; 860.646.5151

Local Event: Heart of the Arts

Heart of the Arts

UUSE will host an unforgettable evening of music and poetry featuring Christian Loftus, Manchester's own troubadour, and Nadia...

Nancy Thompson

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Jay Kenney

South Windsor

Tolland County

Vernon

Glastonbury

Michael Lemanski

Greater Hartford

Wethersfield

Windsor Locks-East Windsor

Windsor

Rocky Hill

Tolland

West Hartford

The St Joseph Church Men’s Club is holding a Goods &amp; Services auction in the church hall on May 16, 2026, with a Goal to Raise $25,000 to help fund the expansion of our religious education program.
Things anyone can do to help !
·Share the Auction Site Link with friends and Family.&nbsp;
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Be sure to visit the site regularly for updates and to preview all the Great Auction Items.
·Purchase an In-Person Ticket.&nbsp;&nbsp;In Person Tickets include Food and are limited! Tickets can be purchased directly on our event site.
·Purchase a Remote Ticket – If you, friends, or family would like to participate in the auction remotely but will not be able to attend. Tickets can be purchased directly on our event site.
·Donate a Good or Service item on our Donation page.&nbsp; <a href="https://onecau.se/_eef891" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">onecau.se/_eef891</a>
PLEASE Consider Donating any individual New item or service as that will help ensure we have a wide range of Goods &amp; Services available for our auction. Our plan is to group any individual smaller donated items or funds to create a set of larger very attractive items, so ANY Donation small or large is welcomed and will assure a successful event.
If you have any questions about making a donation or volunteering to help with the event, please feel free to contact Steve Caruso our event chairman at 860-478-4087, or via email at <a href="mailto:scaruso1@expressmedals.com">scaruso1@expressmedals.com</a>
Thank you in advance for your kind and generous support. 
St Joseph Church Men’s Club

Local Event: St Joseph's Church Goods & Services Auction

St Joseph's Church Goods & Services Auction

The St Joseph Church Men’s Club is holding a Goods & Services auction in the church hall on May 16, 2026, with a Goal to Raise...

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Mayfair

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10:00 AM

Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 W Vernon St, Manchester, CT

Ryan Ford Double Bass Concert

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3:00 PM

Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 W Vernon St, Manchester, CT

Heart of the Arts

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9:00 AM

Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 W Vernon St, Manchester, CT

St Joseph's Church Goods & Services Auction