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Join us for a training designed for people of faith to learnstrategies and tactics of non-violent resistance toauthoritarianism. Together, we will explore the role of congregations, runthrough possible scenarios, and practice physical non-violence techniques through role play.This session builds on earlier trainings about defining anddefending “red lines”—such as declaring martial law orcanceling a midterm election—that would requireimmediate, mass, coordinated opposition.We welcome all who want to defend democracy throughdisciplined non-violence as an expression of faith. Clergy are especially encouraged to attend, with time setaside for a clergy caucus.JANUARY 17, 20261-4PMHOSTED BY MICAH & FIRST UNITARIAN SOCIETYIN PARTNERSHIP WITH VOCES DE LA FRONTERANon-ViolentResistanceTraining for People of FaithFIRST UNTARIAN SOCIETY 1342 ASTOR STREETMILWAUKEE, WIChildcare Available

Register Today!Alumni Memorial Union1442 West Wisconsin Avenue, MilwaukeeDance for Democracy at Marquette unitesmusic, culture & community to celebratecivic engagement and justice with joy.

WhaleCoast Alaska 2026 Experience a unique and awe-inspiring UU Alaska tour! ● National Parks Tour - June 20-30, 2026 – $4,535 ● All-Alaska Tour - July 17-29, 2026 – $5,545 Our 32nd Year! - Spectacular wildlife and views - Native Alaskan culture and history - Alaska’s finest museums, attractions, and experiences - Travel on the Alaska Railroad - UU homestays and dinner parties - Hiking, canoeing, and rafting options - See Denali National Park and glaciers Website: whalecoastak.org Tour Director: Maya Kaup, Anchorage UU and Alaska travel enthusiast Email: info@whalecoastak.org Hurry! Each tour sells out when 30 guests register

Be your mostauthentic self!The Midwestern Unitarian Universalist Summer Assembly (MUUSA) is an intergenerational, week-long "camp" for all ages! MUUSA is a place for spiritual reflection, intellectual growth, and creative play within a caring and supportive community. Unique and exciting activities await- adults try out workshops and excursions while kids and teens spend time learning and exploring with their peers. Come join the fun in Ripon for MUUSA 2026!Explore unique workshops, show off your talents, and spend quality time with open minded friends. MUUSA is more than a camp— it’s a community. Whether you’re hiking the Ceresco Prairie trails, putting together an act for coffeehouse, or organizing a game of Frisbee, you can find your crowd here at MUUSA.On a beautiful wooded campus in Central Wisconsin, experience UU community in historic Ripon! Explore the downtown, enjoy the vast athletic and art facilities, and marvel at the natural splendor of Ripon College.MIDWESTUNITARIANUNIVERSALISTSUMMERASSEMBLYWhat is MUUSA?What is MUUSA?Come join us foreven more funin Ripon, WI!Come join us foreven more funin Ripon, WI!Be your mostauthentic self!Wanna know more? Check out muusa.org!July 5th-11th, 2026

Wanna know more? Check out muusa.org!Elementary AgeElementary AgeJunior High ProgramJunior High ProgramSenior High ProgramSenior High ProgramYoung AdultsYoung AdultsAdult ProgrammingAdult ProgrammingDuring the day, adults enjoy a variety of worships, workshops, and recreational activities. Young children go with their counselors; adults can then enjoy their activities knowing that their kids are being well cared for. Couples, singles, and families with young children are welcome at MUUSA!Workshops and other activities include spiritual discussions, arts and crafts, music, dancing, worship, and outdoor activities. Join an awesome collection of 18-35 year old UUs! YA's enjoy all the same programming designed for adults. YA's also plan their own activities, late-night worships, workshops, excursions, and expeditions. Make great friends and share beautiful memories with a wide range of incredible UUs!YAs are housed together and enjoy special discounted rates.Join and help create an awesome community where we love and support everyone no matter what!The focus is on a journey of self-discovery which includes activities such as daily small group discussions, nightly, youth-led worship, games, sports, and excursions. Junior high (7-9th grade) campers will participate in team-building initiatives, pun-offs, games, dancing, and workshops focused on creating change and growth, personally and within a beloved community.All activities are designed to support emotional and spiritual growth, and empower junior high youth.This year’s theme is the circus! Elementary aged campers will learn circus skills from all around the globe and put on an exciting performance at the end of camp for family and friends! Showcasing each camper’s new skills in an amazing spectacle, this circus show is not to be missed!Programming for All Ages!Programming for All Ages!Programming for All Ages!Programming for All Ages!

We are thrilled to welcome Reverend Suzelle Lynch (she/her) as our theme speaker this year! This year’s theme is “Hearts Wide Open”. An award winner and author, Rev. Lynch has served UU congregations across the country with an open, curious heart. Learn more about her lifelong work in social justice and creative worship at muusa.org.Over 2 dozen MUUSA workshops and other activities are offered by campers. Workshops will be announced in early spring when anyone registered can sign up on a first-come, first-served basis. Workshop proposals will be accepted until January 15. Wanna know more? Check out muusa.org!MUUSA at a GlanceMUUSA at a GlanceMUUSA at a GlanceMUUSA at a GlanceMUUSA at a GlanceThis Year’s Theme Speaker:Reverend Suzelle LynchThis Year’s Theme Speaker:Reverend Suzelle LynchExplore Unique Workshops!Explore Unique Workshops!Welcome to Ripon, WI!Welcome to Ripon, WI!Ripon is a historic town snuggled right up to campus! With a brewery, ice cream shops, a 140-acre prairie, and a beautifully restored mill and mill pond, Ripon is full of fun things to do!The wooded campus hosts numerous athletic facilities, art museums, dining options, meeting spaces, and so much more. Ceresco Prairie also includes miles of prairie and wooded trails for both walking and biking.Ripon is just 1.5 hours northwest of Milwaukee and about 20 minutes from the Lake Winnebago towns of Oshkosh and Fond du Lac.

ScholarshipsNew, Simpler Pricing!Every effort is made to make MUUSA camp affordable for all. But we know a week of MUUSA can be a challenge for some. MUUSA has a scholarship fund for individuals or families who would like to attend MUUSA even when finances are tight.There are also a few MUUSA positions that offer fee reductions. For more information about fee reductions, please go to MUUSA.org.Register now and learn more at muusa.org!Planning Your MUUSA 2026Planning Your MUUSA 2026Planning Your MUUSA 2026Planning Your MUUSA 2026ScholarshipsNew, Simpler Pricing!July 5th-11th2026July 5th-11th2026Ripon Campus HousingRipon Campus HousingCommuter (O-Campus)Commuter (O-Campus)Adult: $750Young Adult: $540Senior High (9th-12th grade): $475 Junior High (6th-8th grade): $475Older Children (6 yo-6th grade entering): $475Child (Under 6yo): $100 Adult: $650Young Adult: $440Older Child (6 yo-5th grade): $375Child (Under 6 y/o): $100(Junior and Senior High campers typically stay with their fellow campers in Ripon Campus Housing.) Prices are all inclusive, per-person, per week. All prices include 3 meals per full day and most workshops and activities.

!! Children’s Wisconsin researchers need families like YOURS with children ranging from 0-17 to help us understand child development and mental and behavioral health. Our studies seek to learn about cognitive, social, emotional, and language development. You can help by joining the CHildren’s Wisconsin Investigating Learning & Development (CHILD) Research Participant Pool. For more information email child@mcw.edu or call 414-337-3531. Healthy Kids Healthy Families pate in Research! Use to QR code below to register

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