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What 1878 invention by a former slave do you use every day?
/in TriviaBefore 1878, doors were secured with latches or leather straps that fastened onto wooden hooks. But 16-year-old Oswald Dorsey, who was born a slave and freed when he was 8 months old, had a better idea. He created and patented the doorknob. The mechanism in this device moved a rod that slid into the doorframe.… Continue Reading What 1878 invention by a former slave do you use every day?
What is the Michelin Man’s name?
/in TriviaRestaurants covet receiving Michelin awards. But they are not just for upscale restaurants. Three Philly cheesesteak spots recently received Bib Gourmand awards, a category for casual restaurants: the venerable Dalessandro’s Steaks & Hoagies and two well-regarded upstarts, Del Rossi’s Cheesesteak Co. and Angelo’s Pizzeria. The Bib Gourmand rating is named for the Michelin company’s puffy… Continue Reading What is the Michelin Man’s name?
Adult Coming of Age
/in Religious EducationI’m so excited to be starting the new year with a new program for adults at UUCDC. For years our congregation has provided a Coming of Age (COA) program for our 7th and 8th grade youth. This is a deep dive into all things UU that helps our youth clarify their beliefs. Plus there are… Continue Reading Adult Coming of Age
Were you dreaming of a pink Christmas?
/in Trivia, UncategorizedThe song may refer to a white Christmas, but snow can also be pink and is sometimes called watermelon snow. The coloration is caused by a species of ice-loving algae, Chlamydomonas nivalis. This organism contains chlorophyl (green), but also has a carotenoid, which is reddish (think carrots). When the snow melts, the algae activates the… Continue Reading Were you dreaming of a pink Christmas?
March March
/in Weekly Musical InspirationAre you looking to practice resistance, to get your feet moving with a protest anthem that addresses a range of social and political issues, including gun violence, reproductive rights, climate change, and racial injustice? Give a listen to March March by The Chicks (formerly The Dixie Chicks)
Murphy’s Giving Market
/in Share the PlateThe January Share the Plate recipient is Murphy’s Giving Market. This is a largely volunteer organization that primarily serves people in poverty in Upper Darby and surrounding areas. They provide fresh, healthful, and culturally appropriate food options, clothing, and hygiene products; facilitate access to a wide network of resources; and empower clients to create long-lasting… Continue Reading Murphy’s Giving Market
What is Christougenniatikophobia?
/in TriviaSome people are afraid of snakes, others are afraid of clowns. But people suffering from christougenniatikophobia are afraid of Christmas. A specific type of heortophobia (fear of holidays), the word stems from Greek, meaning “Christ-birth-related-fear.” It is often rooted in childhood trauma, financial stress, or negative associations with traditions like Santa or family gatherings, causing… Continue Reading What is Christougenniatikophobia?
New to UU Class
/in Events, NewsThe New to UU class offers an introduction to Unitarian Universalism and UUCDC. The next class will be Saturday, January 31, from 9:00 am to noon. A continental breakfast will be offered. Continue Reading New to UU Class
What does a sugar plum fairy sound like?
/in TriviaWhile in Paris in 1891, Tchaikovsky discovered a newly invented instrument, the celesta. He had it shipped to Russia and used it in The Nutcracker Ballet’s Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. It has been used in recordings by artists from Fats Waller and the Beatles to Pink Floyd and Fiona Apple. And it is… Continue Reading What does a sugar plum fairy sound like?
Year-End Giving
/in Announcements, NewsJoin us in creating a brighter future together. We hope you will donate to support our community this year. Continue Reading Year-End Giving
Why does your nose run when it’s cold?
/in TriviaChilly air means sniffly noses. When we breathe in, our noses warm the air and add moisture to it as it travels down into our lungs. Cold, dry air irritates your nasal lining, and as a result, your nasal glands produce excess mucus to keep the lining moist. That can cause those drops that drip… Continue Reading Why does your nose run when it’s cold?
Support UUJusticePA
/in News, Social JusticeUUJusticePA is an advocacy organization that for 15 years has promoted compassionate public policy and ensured that UU values of justice and love ripple across Pennsylvania and into the state capital. Several UUCDC members volunteer for its vital work, which is needed now more than ever. Its Meet the Moment fund drive is in full swing,… Continue Reading Support UUJusticePA
Which soft drink company was once a naval power?
/in TriviaIn 1972, the first American commercial product sold in the Soviet Union was Pepsi. Because the ruble was essentially worthless, Russia paid for Pepsi with Stolichnaya vodka. In 1989, there was a sanction against Russian products, so they paid for the soft drink with part of their naval fleet, including 17 decommissioned submarines, a cruiser,… Continue Reading Which soft drink company was once a naval power?
Hope Comes
/in Weekly Musical InspirationHope is an action, not just a feeling, and it can be found in recognizing our suffering, relying on a community of others, and even looking beyond ourselves for a higher power. Hear now the Bengsons as they sing Hope Comes.
Making a Change Group
/in Share the PlateThe December Share the Plate recipient is the Making a Change Group. They support individuals and families in the city of Chester, Pennsylvania, and surrounding municipalities striving to achieve positive change for themselves, their families, and their communities. Their programs include violence intervention and prevention, youth mentoring, and multi-level support for families as they work… Continue Reading Making a Change Group
In what opera did Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg make her debut?
/in TriviaWhen the curtain rose on Act 2 of a premiere of The Daughter of the Regiment by Donizetti in 2016, a tiny woman was barely visible in a large dome chair with her back to the audience. Suddenly, she swiveled around, and there was Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. When her character asked whether another woman… Continue Reading In what opera did Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg make her debut?
What island is the world’s smallest “condominium?”
/in TriviaIn international law, condominium refers to territory that is governed by multiple sovereign powers who formally share duties without necessarily dividing the area into national zones. Pheasant Island (Konpantzia) is an uninhabited landmass on the Bidasoa River separating France and Spain. Stewardship of this 1.69-acre island alternates every six months: it falls under Spanish rule… Continue Reading What island is the world’s smallest “condominium?”