CMR will be hosting its annual evening gala "Best of Rockville" Blue Jeans Blast at Pooks Hill Marriott in Bethesda. CMR is an advocate for the under-served and supports several programs including Chase Men's Shelter and the Mansfield Kaseman Health Clinic for the uninsured. More info here

WOFFers walk the Appalachian Trail to Harpers Ferry from Weaverton. This 3 1/2 mile trail can be done one way or both ways. (One way is of course less walking and allows more time in Harper's Ferry.) Lunch will be on the back deck of the Secret Six Tavern with its beatiful views of the Mountains, river, and lower part of town.

This walk has been praised in past years for its wonderful combination of mountainous and forested scenerey along the rushing Potomac waters, its sense of history, and ease of use. The walk is basically flat except for one 15 ft high set of steps, and the group is very supportive and can offer help here.

Meet at the church at 8:15am to carpool, with departure promptly at 8:30. Return should be by 4pm.

All are welcome to participate in UUCR's open meditation sessions, from 9:15 to 9:45am on Sundays (before church). All that's needed is an open heart and mind (and a pillow or blanket or whatever you need to make yourself comfortable on chairs or on the floor.) If you have any question about meditation sessions or meditations in general, please contact Celia Young.

The book "Unbowed" is a memoir by Wangari Muta Maathai, whose life exemplifies what one individual can do to change the world for the better in both big and small ways. The 2007 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, Maathai first became known as the founder of the Green Belt Movement , an environmental justice campaign in Kenya, and as chairman of the National Council of Women in that country. She is currently an elected member of the Kenyan Parliament and served as Assistant Minister for Environment and Natural Resources in the government of President Mwai Kibaki between January 2003 and November 2005.

The UUCR Annual Meeting will be held May 18, 2008 in the Sanctuary from 6:00 p.m.-8: p.m. The main agenda item is election of members of the Board of Trustees, Nominating Committee and Comprehensive Plan Committee. (Watch for bios of candidates in the next Quest.) We will also consider a set of Bylaws revisions proposed by the Bylaws Committee. A fun and fulfilling all-church Potluck at 5:00 p.m. will precede the meeting. Childcare will be available. (Please contact Karla Timmons to sign up.)