Category: Past Sunday Programs

26 May 2019: Captain Edward Penniman

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Program for Sunday, May 26, 2019 Whaling Captain Edward Penniman was 73 years old when reporters from the New Bedford Times interviewed him for a profile. It had been almost 20 years since his last voyage but he was full of tales from his journeys, some accompanied by his wife Betsy (“Gustie”), encountering confederate warships and bringing baby bear cubs on board. Join Bob Seay for a deep dig into a little visited slice of local history. Bob Seay is … Continue reading 26 May 2019: Captain Edward Penniman

19 May 2019: Observing the 400th Anniversary of the First Encounter

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Program for Sunday, May 19, 2019 Tom Ryan, Vice Chair Eastham 400 Commemorative Committee, “Observing the 400th Anniversary of the First Encounter” How can a commemoration serve to address today’s important questions? The Eastham 400 Commemorative Committee has been focusing on re-membering our area’s origin story of the violent musket and arrow First Encounter of December 8, 1620 to release competing narratives and pervasive themes. Why do this hard work of lamentation and reconciliation? What in these stories can prepare … Continue reading 19 May 2019: Observing the 400th Anniversary of the First Encounter

12 May 2019: Preventing Domestic Violence and Abuse on Cape Cod

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Program for Sunday, May 12, 2019 For 40 years, Independence House has been helping domestic violence and sexual assault victims, survivors and their children by creating opportunities to find safety and become empowered through crisis intervention, advocacy, counseling, referral, outreach, prevention, education and inspiring change in our community. Chris Morin will present information on the work Independence House does to prevent violence in relationships, promote healthy and safe communities, and inspire change in our community. She will talk about the … Continue reading 12 May 2019: Preventing Domestic Violence and Abuse on Cape Cod

24 Mar 2019: Climate Justice Sunday with Richard Delaney

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Program for Sunday, March 24, 2019 Climate Changes are Happening Now. . . . This discussion will focus on global, national and local impacts from rapidly warming climate and what actions are happening and need to happen in order to mitigate the worst scenarios. Richard Delaney is the President and CEO of the Center for Coastal Studies. Previously, he served as founding Director of the Urban Harbors Institute at University of Massachusetts Boston;  Assistant Secretary of Environmental Affairs and Director … Continue reading 24 Mar 2019: Climate Justice Sunday with Richard Delaney

17 Mar 2019: Aisling Gainer presents “Chair Yoga with a Bit of Ireland”

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Program for Sunday March 17, 2019 Aisling explains: “My love for dance and movement is where I found my love of yoga. Raised in Ireland and growing up an Irish dancer, it was brilliant to find a practice less jarring on my joints. Through the deeper connection with breath, yoga has made me a happier, healthier, and saner human being. I receive inspiration by all those who have struggled in any way and still find a way to say ‘thank … Continue reading 17 Mar 2019: Aisling Gainer presents “Chair Yoga with a Bit of Ireland”

10 Mar 2019: A musical morning with Cumberland – the acoustic duo of Jim Rohrer and Lynda Shuster

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Program for Sunday, March 10, 2019 Cumberland performs the traditional songs and tunes of Southern Appalachians accompanied by guitar, banjo, tenor banjo and mandolin. Jim and Lynda draw heavily on the repertoire of the Carter Family and early bluegrass and string band music, and weave these influences into contemporary songs as well. Jim Rohrer has toured and recorded with Southern Rail. His is currently host of WOMR’s Bradford Street Bluegrass. Lynda Shuster is also a member of Bourbon Street.

31 Mar 2019: “Minding and Mending our Brain: Memory Matters,” a talk by Jaya Karlson

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Program for Sunday, March 31, 2019 We can influence the function of our brain in very positive ways. Current neuroscience research into the brain has given us a much more complete portrait of brain functioning than has ever before been possible.  In this program we”ll focus on where memory is stored in the brain and how we can nurture and build this area through movement and the foods we eat. With a little knowledge and effort, our brain and our … Continue reading 31 Mar 2019: “Minding and Mending our Brain: Memory Matters,” a talk by Jaya Karlson

24 Feb 2019: “Living with my Wild Neighbors”, a talk by Stephanie Ellis with Nickerson

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Program for Sunday, February 24, 2019 Help! A bird struck my window…,” or “There’s a baby squirrel at my doorstep…”  Sometimes our feathered and furry neighbors need a healing hand from Wild Care, a nonprofit wildlife hospital located in Eastham dedicated to the rescue and release of injured and orphaned wildlife on Cape Cod.  Wild Care rehabilitates over 1,700 animals per year–everything from Bald Eagles to White-Footed mice. Wild Care Executive Director Stephanie Ellis will discuss “what to do” when you find animals in distress and will provide tips … Continue reading 24 Feb 2019: “Living with my Wild Neighbors”, a talk by Stephanie Ellis with Nickerson

10 Feb 2019: Unitarian Principles in Executing Millennium Stone Statues

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Program for Sunday, February 10, 2019 How might the principles of Unitarianism inflect artistic choices and practice? Environmental scientist and artist John Brault will talk us through the process of envisioning, sourcing and sculpting his recently finished life-sized statue of the “Green Mountain Boy.” This stone statue is made of a stone quarried in the Green Mountain National Forest called Verde Antique. It is known as the world’s premier luxury stone, often found in antique Boston furniture. The Verde Antique … Continue reading 10 Feb 2019: Unitarian Principles in Executing Millennium Stone Statues

27 Jan 2019: A Reading of Candace Perry’s Short Play, “The Tour”

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Program for Sunday, January 27, 2019 Join Playwright Candace Perry and Joanne Powers for a reading of Perry’s short play, “The Tour.” The story follows two sisters as they negotiate to buy a timeshare in a renovated historic plantation. The reading will be followed by a talkback with the audience and by general conversation and coffee hour at 11:00. A fun, up close and personal way to experience theater in the making. All are welcome. Perry began her playwriting career … Continue reading 27 Jan 2019: A Reading of Candace Perry’s Short Play, “The Tour”