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Meristem Women’s Book Club
The Meristem Women's Book Club is named after the feminist/LGBTQ bookstore that existed down the street from OUTMemphis on Cooper between 1990-1998. Meristem cells are the point of new growth in some plants - similar to stem cells in humans. Meristem is named after the bookstore to honor our past and to foster hope for our future. Each month, Meristem reads and explores a different written work by women, LGBTQ, and feminist authors and to foster a community of support…
Make Your Own: Art Tile
Drop in anytime between 10am and 3pm to make your own art tile. Carve your design into a 4” x 4” square mold and our Foundry crew will cast it in aluminum for you! Note: This is an outdoor event and will be available while supplies last. $20 per tile | Sales end at 2pm
Meristem Women’s Book Club
The Meristem Women's Book Club is named after the feminist/LGBTQ bookstore that existed down the street from OUTMemphis on Cooper between 1990-1998. Meristem cells are the point of new growth in some plants - similar to stem cells in humans. Meristem is named after the bookstore to honor our past and to foster hope for our future. Each month, Meristem reads and explores a different written work by women, LGBTQ, and feminist authors and to foster a community of support…
Christmas Candlelight Service
On this Sunday at dusk, the community joins together in the sanctuary on the river for a traditional family service featuring choir music, special readings, and carols sung by candlelight. Childcare is provided for children ages 3 years and younger. Attendees may bring "gifts for the baby" which go to needy mothers of newborns. The Church of the River is a Welcoming Congregation.
Christmas Eve Service
Come join us for a Christmas Eve service with carols, lessons and time for reflection. Our Christmas Eve service will also include an impromptu Christmas pageant production of "A Charlie Brown Christmas." All are welcome to participate in the pageant; no rehearsals necessary! The Church of the River is a Welcoming Congregation.
Make Your Own: Wire Rings
Make unique rings out of wire using pliers and a ring mandrel. You will learn how to incorporate the techniques of wire wrapping, beading, and forging into the designs. $10 per project | Ages 15 and up (Ages 10 - 15 may attend, but must have an adult registered with them)