Friday Fun Night Chili Cook-Off and Reader’s Theater
Friday, May 15, 6:00pm – 9:00pm, Social Hall
Friday Fun Night welcomes people of all ages to gather for food, fun, and a celebration of community.”
Our May event is sponsored by the UUAA WomUUn’s Group and Restorative Justice! Join us for a Chili Cook Off, delicious dessert, and justice-themed crafts. After dinner and clean up, adults, teens, and children will gather for age-appropriate, Restorative Justice-organized activities. For adults, teens, and upper elementary kids (with parental permission), a Reader’s Theater presentation of “Tough Case” by David S. Craig. This one-act play that centers on an elderly widow and a teenage boy who has broken into and badly vandalized her home. She’s traumatized, resentful, and fearful of the future. He’s about to be charged with a host of offenses unless he participates in a courtordered restorative justice program. With the help of a skilled and relatable facilitator, all parties work through the process in compelling fashion. There is reckoning with the harms done, and a path to repair emerges; healing begins for all involved. After the play, there will
be a facilitated discussion.
Kids of all ages will have the opportunity to engage in justice-related activities, including stories, role plays, and a service project.
We always need a team of volunteers to make Friday Fun Night successful. Tasks include setup, cleanup, food prep, program assistance, and supply shopping. For this event, we will offer suggestions for spring-inspired dishes. Please SIGN UP HERE!