All adults are welcome even if you are not single.

It is important to RSVP to the person listed for each activity or to Nancy Spence, 480-357-0996, nancyactpar@cox.net (email preferred) at least two days before an event.  Be sure to leave your complete contact info including your phone number in case we need to cancel. 

Saturday, Oct. 1 – 7 a.m. – Fast-paced HIKE up to and past Praying Hands
This will be almost a 7-mile hike for adventurers that like a challenge.  Some parts will be off trail and climbing over boulders on a steep up-hill climb.  Hiking boots or shoes with good tread are important.  Bring at least 2 liters of water, snacks, and a couple of dollars to pay to get into Lost Dutchman Park ($6/car). RSVP with your phone number to Nancy at nancyactpar@cox.net or 480-357-0996 (email preferred) and she will send you directions to the carpooling spot at Ellsworth & Brown.

Saturday, Oct. 1 - Dining & Dancing at the Goldfield Saloon in East Apache Junction http://www.goldfieldghosttown.com/saloon.html    Meet us for dinner at 6 PM  Get adventuresome and join us in the old cowboy ghost town for a little country swinging.  (This is also called the Mammoth Steak House.)   RSVP to Nancy at nancyactpar@cox.net or 480-357-0996 (email preferred) so reservations can be made. 
                                                                                                      

Meet & Greet Potluck on first Sunday of every month beginning October 2nd. After the second Sunday service (about 11:45am) in the YFM Building. Bring a dish to share.

Sundays, Oct. 2 – Nov. 13 (6-7:30 p.m.) Book Study in the Fillmore Room of the YFM Annex.
We will be discussing TAKING THE LEAP: FREEING OURSELVES FROM OLD HABITS AND FEARS by Pema Chodron.  This book is available in the church bookstore.

Week #1 -Oct. 2 – Feeding the Right Wolf & Learning to Stay …Pgs 1-20.
Oct. 9 – The Habit of Escape & The Natural Movement of Life … Pgs 21-36
Oct. 16 – Getting Unstuck & We Have What We Need  … Pgs 37-56
Oct. 23 – Rejoicing in Things as They Are & Uncovering Openness … Pgs 57-74
Oct. 30 – No Book Study
Nov. 7 – The Importance of Pain … Pgs 75-84
Nov. 13 – Unlimited Friendliness & Taking This Into the World … Pgs 85-99

Wednesday, October 26 from 5:30-7p.m. Singles Discussion Group: Develop and deepen friendships with like-minded people as we share thoughts, feelings, and events to strive to become more loving, whole, and positive, as well as simply enjoy the tremendous tapestry of life that we are together. Meet at Grand View Steak House in the Painted Mtn. Resort at 5:30pm. (just east of Recker Road on the north side of McKellips).

Saturday, Oct. 29 - 7 a.m. – Wind Cave HIKE
This is a steep hike about 3 to 4 RT miles in length, which will give you a lovely view of the Valley.  Hiking boots are recommended and you may want to use a pole(s).  Bring shoes with good tread, water, and a couple of dollars to pay entry fee into Usery Park.  RSVP with your phone number to Kathy at k14morell@gmail.com or 480-982-8400 (e-mail preferred) and she will send you directions to the carpooling spot.

Saturday, Nov. 19 - 7 a.m. - Treasure Loop HIKE
This is a beginner's hike about 3 to 4 miles in length, but does have a steady, fairly steep incline about half way through, which will give you a lovely view of the Valley.  Hiking boots are recommended and you may want to use a pole(s).  We'll meet at 7 a.m. behind the Village Inn on Apache Trail in Apache Junction, between Ironwood and Idaho Rds.  Bring water and a couple dollars to pay to get into Lost Dutchman Park ($6/car). RSVP with your phone number to Kathy at k14morell@gmail.com or 480-982-8400 (e-mail preferred).

Saturday, Nov. 19 - Dining & Dancing at the Goldfield Saloon in East Apache Junction http://www.goldfieldghosttown.com/saloon.html    Meet us for dinner at 6 PM  Get adventuresome and join us in the old cowboy ghost town for a little country swinging.  (This is also called the Mammoth Steak House.)   RSVP to Nancy at nancyactpar@cox.net or 480-357-0996 (email preferred) so reservations can be made. 

Thursday, Nov. 24 – Outside Thanksgiving at Usery Park
Singles are gathering with the Sierra Club to hike (at 10 a.m.), join in a potluck (at noon), and party around the campfire until sunset.  To receive a detailed invitation by email, contact Nancy Spence at nancyactpar@cox.net or 480-357-0996.  There may be dirt in the food and interesting weather but this is the one for you if you like outdoor adventure and nature loving friends.

Saturday, Dec. 17 – Unity of Mesa Singles 9th Annual Christmas Party 
at Walt Stover’s house on 3935 N Recker Road (N. of Thomas)  at 7:00 p.m.
Join us for great food, fun, fellowship and our fabulously traditional gift exchange.  Bring a $10 generic gift and a special snack to share with 8 people. Also BYOB. Wear your Christmas outfit and a big smile.  Please RSVP (by Dec. 15) to Walt (480) 854-4699 walt_hs@hotmail.com

 To be added or removed from our email list, send your complete name, email address and phone number to Nancy Spence nancyactpar@cox.net