Fourth Universalist Society in the City of New York

The Unitarian-Universalist United Nations Office has reserved a block of tickets to the award-winning play, “Oroonoko,” for the Saturday matinée, February 16, at 2:00 PM. “Oroonoko” is a tragic love story depicting the journey from kingship to slavery, rebellion and death. Biyi Bandele, a prolific Nigerian writer, was commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company to adapt Aphra Behn’s 1688 novella, which preserved tales from African slaves emerging from a Dutch slave ship. Playwright Bandele has infused his script with drumming and dance from his Yoruba culture. The UU-UNO has chosen this play in honor of Black History Month and its Ghana program, “Every Child Is Our Child.” Tickets for the event are $65.00 (a $10.00 discount from box office prices), which includes the play and a reception. Don’t miss this special opportunity to see a challenging play and meet the organization’s new executive director and board. For more information, call Sumon at the UU-UNO, 212.986.5165.

It’s time to dust off your dice and get ready for a little relaxation after the hectic holiday season. On Friday, January 18th from 6:30-9:00 PM, please join your fellow Fourth Uers, friends and family for our next Game Night. We will be playing games of every stripe — board games, card games, party games — you name it, we’ll play it! Many games are provided, but feel free to bring your favorites as well. All are welcome, so please invite your friends and remember to bring the kids for this intergenerational evening of fun and laughter. Refreshments will be served and donations for pizza are encouraged. Childcare will be provided. For more information, please contact Jennifer Jackson at jenncjack@mac.com or 718.783.8757. We look forward to seeing you.

The next meeting of the 4thU Finance Committee will be held on Thursday, January 17, at 6:30 PM. Anyone who is interested in supporting the financial well-being of our church is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Liz Wolfe at lwolfe@wintecgroup.com or 646.334.9427.