February 2, at 10:00 am, 3845 North Swan Street  – “Buy Nothing New”

In light of the high cost and inefficient recycling programs nationwide, many of which are closing, Americans should focus on reducing our use of excess packaging, throw-away items and planned obsolescence. Heidi Ogas will lead a discussion of this world-wide problem.

“When Jeff Goin suggested we try to buy nothing new in 2020, I instantly thought of thrift shops,” Ogas said. “Did you know we have six non-profit thrift shops in downtown Silver City?”

During today’s service, a representative from each of the six thrift shops will talk about their missions, what their profits support and what they sell.

Although this is not a formal Family Program Sunday, childcare and creative activities will be available for the youngsters.

There will be coffee and conversation after the service, and visitors are always welcome.

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Silver City is a diverse group of religious independents seeking knowledge, spiritual sustenance, fellowship and opportunities for service to others. Our programs encompass humanism, liberal Christianity, earth-based spirituality, Buddhism and many other traditions. If you’d like to find out more, email uufellowshipofsilvercity@gmail.com, visit our website at www.uufsc.com or visit us on Facebook at Unitarian-Universalist-Fellowship-of-Silver-City.