Announcements last updated March 25th, 2019:
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New Announcements:
- Spiritual Journeys:
On April 7, 2019, Dona Sorce will discuss her own personal spiritual journey at 11:30 AM in the Common Room. The presentation will last about 20 minutes including some time for questions. On May 5, 2019 Amy Owsley will discuss her spiritual journey. This program is offered by Worship & Ministry, monthly. - Updates from the Upstairs of the Meetinghouse:
- The little ones in Third Haven's Nature Tots class (formerly “Tiny SPICES”) are jumping right into the fun—literally! After what feels like weeks and weeks of rain, the grounds are covered in soggy spots—and, boy, those messy, muddy spots are filled with never ending joy for the kids. The class this week focused on rain clouds. We wondered what clouds felt like, which meant squishing in our fingers lots of mud, messing with trays of shaving cream, and pulling apart cotton balls. We also spent quiet time watching the clouds race overhead—what shapes did we see? How did watching the sky makes us feel? And then there were those irresistible puddles of mud. There wasn't a dry toe among us by the end! If you take look at the pictures, you will see the kids were drawn to the slightly lower spot of ground behind the Common Room. Water often collects there and makes for a splashing extravaganza! This is the spot that we are contemplating a temporary installation of a children's mud kitchen next month—simple and small construction out of wood pallets that will serve as an imaginary kitchen. Having mud nearby is a big asset to any kid kitchen! If you have old pots and pans, bowls, and/or flatware you're not using, First Day School would be delighted to re-home them here. Just pass them along to Amy or leave them in the Common Room on the kids table for Amy to pick up. Next week the mindfulness fun continues, with Nature Tots focusing on "breathing in nature".
In First Day School this week, Susan had a lovely crowd of kids, including a visit from Womack family grandchildren—Shinai, Chelsea and Damien (so glad to see these three—welcome!). Susan told her monthly Faith & Play story, this week focused on "Prayer and Friends Meeting for Worship", which tells a story of how Friends gather in community to listen for God. This tale is well timed for our Third Haven kids as they become more familiar with Meeting for Worship, and start to deepen their participation in it. Moving from the quiet to the celebration of sound, next week First Day School will be led by Jonathan Williams who will have the kids moving and grooving, showing them another way to connect with Spirit with another language—that of music. The children will meet in the Common Room that day to allow for more space and sound.
- The little ones in Third Haven's Nature Tots class (formerly “Tiny SPICES”) are jumping right into the fun—literally! After what feels like weeks and weeks of rain, the grounds are covered in soggy spots—and, boy, those messy, muddy spots are filled with never ending joy for the kids. The class this week focused on rain clouds. We wondered what clouds felt like, which meant squishing in our fingers lots of mud, messing with trays of shaving cream, and pulling apart cotton balls. We also spent quiet time watching the clouds race overhead—what shapes did we see? How did watching the sky makes us feel? And then there were those irresistible puddles of mud. There wasn't a dry toe among us by the end! If you take look at the pictures, you will see the kids were drawn to the slightly lower spot of ground behind the Common Room. Water often collects there and makes for a splashing extravaganza! This is the spot that we are contemplating a temporary installation of a children's mud kitchen next month—simple and small construction out of wood pallets that will serve as an imaginary kitchen. Having mud nearby is a big asset to any kid kitchen! If you have old pots and pans, bowls, and/or flatware you're not using, First Day School would be delighted to re-home them here. Just pass them along to Amy or leave them in the Common Room on the kids table for Amy to pick up. Next week the mindfulness fun continues, with Nature Tots focusing on "breathing in nature".
News of Friends, or friends of Friends:
- Ken Carroll has gifted Third Haven Meeting with a copy of his recently-completed memoir, Me, Myself and I: Memories from the Life of Kenneth Lane Carroll. The book is a collection of 25 stories, beginning with his childhood in Talbot County, to academic life at both Duke and Southern Methodist Universities, and of course his travels. The stories are candid and informal, a personal look at his experiences, told in his own voice. You are invited to check out the book from Third Haven's library.
Events at Third Haven:
Be sure to check out the Calendar for more events not listed here!
- Sunday, March 31st, "Discernment: Worship and Ministry Discussion"
Join Worship and Ministry for a talk and discussion on Discernment on Guidance of the Spirit on March 31 at the rise of Meeting for Worship. We will look at ways that Quakers are led by the Inner Light Within for guidance in making personal decisions and/or in following a "leading". We will learn about practices that assist in personal decision making, both alone and with others present. The session will be co-facilitated by Worship and Ministry Committee members, with Katherine Johnson. - Sunday, April 7th, 11:30am: Spiritual Journeys, Dona Sorce:
On April 7, 2019 Dona Sorce will discuss her own personal spiritual journey at 11:30 AM in the Common Room. The presentation will last about 20 minutes including some time for questions. This program is offered by Worship & Ministry, monthly. - Saturday, May 4th: Clean-Up Day
- Sunday, May 5th, 11:30am: Spiritual Journeys, Amy Owsley:
On May 5, 2019 Amy Owsley will discuss her own personal spiritual journey at 11:30 AM in the Common Room. The presentation will last about 20 minutes including some time for questions. This program is offered by Worship & Ministry, monthly.
Announcements from Third Haven's Committees:
- From our Treasurer:
- Here is a recap of the Treasurer's financials as of 12/31/18. July 1 – December 31, 2018:
Member Contributions = $18,509 = 34% of annual budget
Total Income = $27,121 = 41% of annual budget
Total Expenses = $25,291 = 38% of annual budget
Net Income = $1,830 - Contributions Welcome! Please consider making a tax-deductible contribution in support of our annual budget. Mail to:
Treasurer, Third Haven Monthly Meeting
PO Box 2379, Easton, MD 21601 - The following are now available: Balance Sheet, 9/30/18; Income & Expenses Budget vs. Actual Year-to-Date, 9/30/18; Income & Expenses Budget, Prior Year Comparison, 9/30/18.
- Here is a recap of the Treasurer's financials as of 12/31/18. July 1 – December 31, 2018:
- First Day School:
- Updates from the Upstairs of the Meetinghouse:
- The little ones in Third Haven's Nature Tots class (formerly “Tiny SPICES”) are jumping right into the fun—literally! After what feels like weeks and weeks of rain, the grounds are covered in soggy spots—and, boy, those messy, muddy spots are filled with never ending joy for the kids. The class this week focused on rain clouds. We wondered what clouds felt like, which meant squishing in our fingers lots of mud, messing with trays of shaving cream, and pulling apart cotton balls. We also spent quiet time watching the clouds race overhead—what shapes did we see? How did watching the sky makes us feel? And then there were those irresistible puddles of mud. There wasn't a dry toe among us by the end! If you take look at the pictures, you will see the kids were drawn to the slightly lower spot of ground behind the Common Room. Water often collects there and makes for a splashing extravaganza! This is the spot that we are contemplating a temporary installation of a children's mud kitchen next month—simple and small construction out of wood pallets that will serve as an imaginary kitchen. Having mud nearby is a big asset to any kid kitchen! If you have old pots and pans, bowls, and/or flatware you're not using, First Day School would be delighted to re-home them here. Just pass them along to Amy or leave them in the Common Room on the kids table for Amy to pick up. Next week the mindfulness fun continues, with Nature Tots focusing on "breathing in nature".
In First Day School this week, Susan had a lovely crowd of kids, including a visit from Womack family grandchildren—Shinai, Chelsea and Damien (so glad to see these three—welcome!). Susan told her monthly Faith & Play story, this week focused on "Prayer and Friends Meeting for Worship", which tells a story of how Friends gather in community to listen for God. This tale is well timed for our Third Haven kids as they become more familiar with Meeting for Worship, and start to deepen their participation in it. Moving from the quiet to the celebration of sound, next week First Day School will be led by Jonathan Williams who will have the kids moving and grooving, showing them another way to connect with Spirit with another language—that of music. The children will meet in the Common Room that day to allow for more space and sound. - Nature Tots Schedule:
- March 15: Mindfulness March—Noticing and wondering in nature
- March 22: Mindfulness March—Meditation and the open sky
- March 29: Mindfulness March—Breathing in nature
- April 5: Nature Makers—Let's build a mud kitchen!
- April 12: Nature Makers—Let's build a music wall!
- April 19: Nature Makers—Let's build a child's sensory garden!
- April 26: Nature Investigators—Noticing signs of spring
- May 3: Nature Investigators—Creek explorations
- The little ones in Third Haven's Nature Tots class (formerly “Tiny SPICES”) are jumping right into the fun—literally! After what feels like weeks and weeks of rain, the grounds are covered in soggy spots—and, boy, those messy, muddy spots are filled with never ending joy for the kids. The class this week focused on rain clouds. We wondered what clouds felt like, which meant squishing in our fingers lots of mud, messing with trays of shaving cream, and pulling apart cotton balls. We also spent quiet time watching the clouds race overhead—what shapes did we see? How did watching the sky makes us feel? And then there were those irresistible puddles of mud. There wasn't a dry toe among us by the end! If you take look at the pictures, you will see the kids were drawn to the slightly lower spot of ground behind the Common Room. Water often collects there and makes for a splashing extravaganza! This is the spot that we are contemplating a temporary installation of a children's mud kitchen next month—simple and small construction out of wood pallets that will serve as an imaginary kitchen. Having mud nearby is a big asset to any kid kitchen! If you have old pots and pans, bowls, and/or flatware you're not using, First Day School would be delighted to re-home them here. Just pass them along to Amy or leave them in the Common Room on the kids table for Amy to pick up. Next week the mindfulness fun continues, with Nature Tots focusing on "breathing in nature".
- Updates from the Upstairs of the Meetinghouse:
Announcements about Local Non-profits or Faith Organizations:
- March 29 (Friday) 6 PM, Environmental Film series: High Tide In Dorchester
This documentary, by journalist Tom Horton, photographer David Harp and filmmaker Sandy Cannon-Brown, brings climate change home to the Mid-Shore. Focusing on Dorchester County, where Horton grew up, it explores rising sea levels, one of the primary symptoms of climate change, not only globally, but also locally. Don't let anyone tell you that we're not experiencing the effects of climate change here. This second of four discussions of Environmental Stewardship will address the question, "Shouldn't we be taking better care of our home?" Each meeting will take place in our common room, and be accompanied by a documentary film. Complimentary, soup, bread and beverages will be served before each screening. Each gathering will feature a documentary about the current state of our environment and what is being, or should be, done to preserve and protect it for future generations. Each will be followed by discussion of what we can do on the Eastern Shore. RSVP Pete Howell. - Talbot Interfaith Shelter:
Pete Howell is back on his feet, so will resume his role as coordinator of Third Haven Friends Meeting's support of Talbot Interfaith Shelter. Third Haven is responsible, along with Grace Lutheran Church, for staffing the shelter on the 17th of each month. Shifts are as follows: 7-10 a.m. (usually covered by the Lutherans); 7-11 p.m. (usually covered by us) and supper at 5:30. Whoever does supper usually cooks for 10-12 people in advance, and brings the food to the shelter ready to serve. To learn more, please contact Pete. - Sixteen area restaurants will sponsor the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's 2019 Dining Out Card. Together, these restaurants and other local businesses all help feed the hungry in Talbot County. Participating area restaurants offer discounts to patrons who buy the card. All proceeds from card sales go directly to help Talbot County neighbors in need. This year's card, valid from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2019, is still only $25, and can be used all year. As an added bonus, anyone who buys a 2019 card before Christmas will receive a free 2018 card, enabling him or her to begin enjoying dining discounts immediately. The 2019 Dining Out Card partner restaurants are: 208 Talbot, Ava's, Banning's Tavern, Blackthorn Irish Pub, Doc's Downtown Grille, El Dorado Bar & Grill, Harrison's Restaurant, Hot Off the Coals, Hunter's Tavern, Lighthouse Oyster Bar & Grill, Limoncello Italian Restaurant, Peacock Restaurant & Lounge, Pope's Tavern, Robert Morris Inn, Scossa, and Ticklers Crab Shack & Restaurant at Wylder Hotel (formerly Harrison's Chesapeake House) on Tilghman Island. Dining Out Cards are just the ticket to support a great cause while enjoying great meals at great prices. To purchase one or more, contact Pete Howell.
- Volunteers: Volunteers are needed for the Talbot County Detention Library work. Please touch base with Ralph Young if you are at all interested. It takes one to two hours per month to participate in this gratifying work.
- Opportunity: If you are interested in helping to start a worship service at Eastern Shore Correctional Institute, please call Molly Brian. No set schedule is yet formed on this, but we are trying to see if there is genuine interest in a project there.
- DREAMERS: Friends concerned about the well being of the DREAMERS in our local community and throughout the US may join with the PEACE Vigil on Thursday evenings in front of the courthouse grounds on Washington St in Easton from 5-5:30 pm. We have placards for the DREAMERS or you may bring your own. Contact Jeanne Halpin.
- If you would like to make a public statement of your commitment to our Peace Testimony, the opportunity to do so exists each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. Peace Vigils are held each Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. The Tuesday vigil is held in Centerville in front of the Queen Anne's County Court House and the Thursday vigil is held in Easton in front of the Talbot County Court House. You are welcome to come at any time during the vigil and stay as long as you wish.
Announcements from Quaker Organizations:
- From Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM):
- One Quilt:
One Quilt, One Yearly Meeting brings us together across local meetings, collaboratives, youth programs, Young Adult Friends, councils, Friends schools, and other groups in PYM. Each entity will design and contribute a ten-inch quilt square, which will be gathered into a "quilt skirt" to wrap around the clerks table when we gather, holding them in the care of the body and witnessing to our gathered community. See the how-to-do-it: https://www.pym.org/event/one-quilt-one-yearly-meeting/.
- One Quilt:
- From Friends Committee on National Legislation:
- Norval Thompson passed this message along from FCNL: "I'm forwarding the article about the Quaker Welcome Center that appeared in yesterday's (12/1) Washington Post. We are very happy to get this coverage and we're imagining the many possibilities of what our presence as a Quaker organization can open for civil dialogue here on the Hill. Thanks to each of you for your help and inspiration!"
Regular Announcements:
- Please remember to greet visitors to meeting—answer what questions they have about Friends, our buildings, our programs and activities. We are all emissaries of Third Haven.
- Contributions to the meeting can be made by way of the contributions box in the Brick Meetinghouse entranceway. Checks can also be sent to THMM, P.O. Box 2379, Easton, MD 21601; or by clicking on the button below:
- Are your names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail listings all correct in the Third Haven Directory? Please review your information at Directory. The online directory remains protected: please e-mail taniahharrison@gmail.com or hawkjm@goeaston.net if you need the password. If you have corrections for the Directory, please send them to 3rdhaven@gmail.com.
- Faith and Practice can be read and portions extracted from the PYM website at this link.
- If you have material for the newsletter, additional announcements, or added information about any of these posted events, please send it to 3rdhaven@gmail.com.