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News & Events @ GMUUC
- Chelsea Reid
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
November is right around the corner, bringing along a host of exciting events that you won't want to miss! From craft days, potlucks, bingo and more, this month is bursting with activities that cater to all interests. Let’s explore some of the must-attend events happening this November!
Wicked Watch Party
GMUUC Bingo: Last Bingo Event of 2025
Click on the image to pre-register and purchase tickets!
"BARKS AND BINGO" Partnering with TLC Humane Society
November 8th, 6pm
Doors open at 5:30
18 + to play BINGO
$25 entry
Snack bar and raffle happening as well!!
Childcare available with preregistration
Enjoy cash prizes, fun and friends as we support the animal shelter!
Annual Fall Auction
Join Us for Our Annual Auction:
"Lights, Camera, AUCTION!"
Saturday, November 15th, 5 - 8 PM
featuring Silent and Live Auctions.
All proceeds benefit GMUUC.
Join us for GMUUC's finest red-carpet event of the year!
Silent & Live Auctions
Raffle to win a $250 gift card
Dress like a movie star & win a prize
Heavy hors d'œuvres, dessert & beverages
Featuring GMUUC's "piano man" John Whitworth & Emcee Bobby Youngblood-Kahn
FREE childcare with advance reservation here
Register by November 10 ($0 cost)
SILENT AUCTION OPENS - Friday, November 7 until November 15 at 6 pm
LIVE AUCTION - Saturday, November 15 (Preview items November 7)
NEW! Request your favorite movie theme music played by John Whitworth for only $25 per song.
(Only 7 songs available. Reserve now when registering.)
Note: Each auction attendee must have their own Betterworld account for advance check-in, bidding, itemizing your purchases, etc.. Be sure your contact information is correct, especially your email address.
FAQs:
I donated an item to the Auction. When & where do I drop this off?
Donation drop-off is this Sunday, November 2 in the Meeting Room after worship.
I'd like to donate an item, meal or service. Is it too late?
No, as long as you submit your donation form by Sunday, November 2.
Fill out a Donation form here or drop by the Auction table on Sunday.
Can you donate an item or two to keep our costs down?
Think bite-sized food that can be enjoyed while bidding.
Please complete the donation form here with 1 form for each item.
Thank you for helping make our Auction a success!
The Auction Team
Essentials For Growth Fundraiser
Essentials for Growth - 'Stuff we Need Now!’ Fundraiser
This Congregationally approved fundraiser has two goals:
Raise $37,000 for building and site improvements - 'Stuff We Need Now!’
Clean up our Well Water
Expand our Parking Lot by 24 Spaces
Add 22 More Sanctuary Chairs & 40+ Folding Chairs
Enable Flexibility in Pulpit Location on Stage
Install a Bigger Name Badge Cabinet
See this link for details: Essentials for Growth Summary
Fully fund the Building, Grounds & Technology Reserve through a Matching Challenge: For every $1 gifted toward improvements, two donors will give $1 toward this Reserve (up to $35,000). The Reserve’s current balance is a meager $2,500.
If we exceed our goal and/or spend less than what is budgeted, the Congregation voted to deposit any ‘leftover’ funds in the Endowment Fund designated for Capital Expenditures where it will be available for future improvements to our campus.
How do I Pledge or make a Gift?
(You may pay your pledge in 2025, 2026 or over both years.)
You can mail the pledge form with a check made out to ‘GMUUC Essentials for Growth’ or drop it in the Sunday plate.You may also pay your pledge online through the link below.
Pledge deadline is November 15!
With Gratitude,
Lori Wilson, President Liz Coit, Chair - Long term Fundraising Task Force
3. Family Fellowship: Guest at Your Table Potluck & Craft Day
Sunday, November 23: Craft Making After the Potluck
Following our Thanksgiving potluck, youth are invited to stay and make crafts together. We’ll keep it simple and fun—think painted air-dry clay ornaments, construction paper creations, and other easy projects. Families are also encouraged to make cookies or candies at home over the next couple of weeks to contribute to our December fundraiser.
Sunday, December 7: Youth Fundraiser After Service
After service, we’ll set up tables where youth can offer their handmade crafts and homemade cookies/candies for donation only. All proceeds will go toward our GMUUC Scholarship fund.
Any youth under 18 is welcome to participate by contributing crafts, baked goods, or candies. This is a wonderful way for our young people to share their creativity, work together, and raise funds for meaningful experiences.
We hope you’ll join us in supporting and celebrating our youth!
