June 22, at 10 am, 3845 North Swan Street – "The Commons"
Iris Nolasco will talk to us about The Commons current programs in food distribution and training for school aged kids in the areas of first aid, food-safe handling, culinary skills, event planning, financial literacy, garden maintenance, and more. She will discuss the use of their gardens and their kitchen in teaching gardening skills and training culinary entrepreneurs. She will outline volunteer opportunities.
Iris Nolasco is a versatile professional with expertise in Food Systems, Nonprofit Management, and Community Development. Her involvement in these areas spans over 20 years, including work in food service, providing technical assistance to marginalized farmers, and completing national service through both AmeriCorps and Peace Corps. She is dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion and has implemented DEI education and strategic planning for nonprofits. Nolasco is proud to have shared this work as a presenter at national convenings such as the EcoFarm and National Farm Viability Conferences.
Nolasco holds a Master's degree in International Environmental Policy from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies, where she concentrated on Business, Sustainability, and Development. Additionally, she earned a Nonprofit Management Certificate from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Western New Mexico University.
Born and raised in Silver City, NM, Iris Nolasco recently returned to her hometown. She enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her majestic dog, Leo.
Childcare is available every Sunday. Zoey Cronin will lead a formal children's program on second and fourth Sundays. This Sunday will be a Children's RE program.
Children are welcome to participate on any Sunday, but they will get the most out of the program if they attend second and fourth Sundays somewhat regularly. Family adults may stay for the children's program or attend the adult program. Children are encouraged to bring a small item that represents someone or something they are grateful for that week.
Please join us before the service for a drum circle commemorating one of the four solar festivals of the year. We'll be meeting on the Fellowship patio at 9:30 am for a Summer Solstice celebration. All are welcome. Bring your drums, rattles, bells, and other percussion instruments. Or else you can use your chanting voice and your dancing moves. No formal program - just let nature take its course!
There are speakers on the patio if you wish to enjoy the service outside.
UUFSC Safety Protocol as pursuant to our most recent UUA Guidelines:
Masks are now optional, but their use is encouraged. We will continue to serve refreshments on the patio and in the building. 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
