Pastor’s Notes
Hello!
If the Son gives you freedom, you are free!
---John 8:36 CEV
This verse from the Bible is one I think about often this time of year. As wonderful as the freedoms that our country gives us are, the freedom that Jesus gives is so much more.
As parents of teenagers, you know that the kids are always trying to test their freedoms. It can be quite a challenge sometimes. It’s always a tough balance between keeping them safe and letting them learn from their own mistakes.
Fortunately for us, Christ’s grace provides eternal safety despite our mistakes in this life. At the same time, we are free to be guided by the Holy Spirit in paths of righteousness.
May we truly live in freedom -- the freedom that lets us follow Jesus.
Thank you for your continued trust and support of the ministries at The Power House.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
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July Topics
July’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
7/1 Justice
7/8 Fruit of the Spirit
7/15 Peace
7/22 Faith
7/29 The Armor of God
The 8:00 High School Group will be studying lessons in the Old Testament.
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Spectacular
Five high school students from The Power House will be traveling to Lamoni, Iowa, later this month for Spectacular, a week-long Christian event at Graceland University. Please be prayerful for their travels and for their experiences when they are there.
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Camp Credits
July 1 begins our new year in terms of kids earning credits toward going to summer camp in Virginia. Everyone has an equal opportunity to earn a trip to camp next year through getting participation credits each time they come to The Power House. Please encourage your child to start earning credits right away as competition for space at camp gets tougher each year.
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God looked at what he had done.
All of it was very good!
--- Genesis 1:31 (CEV)
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
June 2011
Pastor’s Notes
Hello!
With the school year coming to an end it’s time to start our summer youth ministry schedule at The Power House.
You’ll be glad to know that Pizza Church will continue throughout the summer on it regular schedule each Friday. If your child is going into 6th or 9th grade, they can begin attending their new groups (middle school at 7:00 p.m. and high school at 8:00 p.m.) beginning July 1.
We also have special events scheduled throughout the summer as well. For example, Bible School for kids age 4 through grade 5 is August 16-19. Watch this newsletter for more information about this and other events throughout the summer.
Of course, we continue with our Morning Worship services from 11:00 a.m. to Noon each Sunday. Please be sure to take some time to come and worship together as a family.
Thank you for continuing to encourage your child’s participation in activities at The Power House. Your trust is our highest honor.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
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June Topics
June’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
6/3 The Great Commission
6/10 Pentecost
6/17 Fatherhood
6/24 Truth
The 8:00 High School Group will be studying lessons in the Old Testament.
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Congratulations
We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to those who are graduating from high school this month. We will be honoring them at a Celebration Service on Sunday, June 19, at 6:00 p.m. See you there!
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Scholarships
Graduating high school seniors and long-term Pizza Church participants Fred Ceo and Crystal Pettis were each recently awarded college scholarships at Graceland University through the Community of Christ Leadership program. Along with the money, they will be enrolled in a program to help them grow spiritually and be prepared to help them become leaders in the church. Congratulations Crystal and Fred!
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Encourage one another,
and build each other up.
--- 1Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)
Hello!
With the school year coming to an end it’s time to start our summer youth ministry schedule at The Power House.
You’ll be glad to know that Pizza Church will continue throughout the summer on it regular schedule each Friday. If your child is going into 6th or 9th grade, they can begin attending their new groups (middle school at 7:00 p.m. and high school at 8:00 p.m.) beginning July 1.
We also have special events scheduled throughout the summer as well. For example, Bible School for kids age 4 through grade 5 is August 16-19. Watch this newsletter for more information about this and other events throughout the summer.
Of course, we continue with our Morning Worship services from 11:00 a.m. to Noon each Sunday. Please be sure to take some time to come and worship together as a family.
Thank you for continuing to encourage your child’s participation in activities at The Power House. Your trust is our highest honor.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
_______________________________________
June Topics
June’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
6/3 The Great Commission
6/10 Pentecost
6/17 Fatherhood
6/24 Truth
The 8:00 High School Group will be studying lessons in the Old Testament.
_______________________________________
Congratulations
We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to those who are graduating from high school this month. We will be honoring them at a Celebration Service on Sunday, June 19, at 6:00 p.m. See you there!
_______________________________________
Scholarships
Graduating high school seniors and long-term Pizza Church participants Fred Ceo and Crystal Pettis were each recently awarded college scholarships at Graceland University through the Community of Christ Leadership program. Along with the money, they will be enrolled in a program to help them grow spiritually and be prepared to help them become leaders in the church. Congratulations Crystal and Fred!
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Encourage one another,
and build each other up.
--- 1Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)
Saturday, April 30, 2011
May 2011
Pastor’s Notes
Hello!
I hope your Easter celebrations went well. Let us celebrate our risen Savior every day!
Many of you have been wondering about camp this summer. With that I have good news.
We’ll be using a different campground this year. It’s right at the edge of the Shenandoah Mountains and features things like its own lake for swimming, fishing, and canoeing. It also has excellent hiking trails, waterfalls, and other features that our old campground lacked.
With these features comes a higher price. We continue to work at raising monies to send kids this year. With the current economy, raising money has been more of a challenge than ever.
Please join us in prayer about this issue. We have many kids who would like to go to camp and need the money to make it happen.
In addition, if you know of someone or some organization who would like to sponsor sending a kid to camp, please have them contact me at powerhousemd@juno.com and I can help them do so.
Thank you for your continued support and trust. It is an honor to work with you.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
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May Topics
May’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
5/6 Honor Your Father and Mother
5/13 Jesus and Thomas
5/20 Jesus Appears on the Shore
5/27 Jesus and Peter
The 8:00 High School Group will be starting a new video-based series of lessons.
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Grade Changes
Since Pizza Church groups are divided by grade, I get many questions about when kids should switch from one group to the next. Here is the general plan:
-Now through June 30, attend the group based on the grade you are finishing.
-Starting July 1, attend based on the group you’ll be going into next fall.
We operate out of a place of grace on this topic throughout the summer. If you child who is between groups shows up at the wrong time, we’ll let them come. By the time school starts in August, though, we’ll be stricter as to having all kids attend the group that’s for their own grade.
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If you are tired from carrying
heavy burdens, come to me and
I will give you rest.
---- Matthew 11:28
Hello!
I hope your Easter celebrations went well. Let us celebrate our risen Savior every day!
Many of you have been wondering about camp this summer. With that I have good news.
We’ll be using a different campground this year. It’s right at the edge of the Shenandoah Mountains and features things like its own lake for swimming, fishing, and canoeing. It also has excellent hiking trails, waterfalls, and other features that our old campground lacked.
With these features comes a higher price. We continue to work at raising monies to send kids this year. With the current economy, raising money has been more of a challenge than ever.
Please join us in prayer about this issue. We have many kids who would like to go to camp and need the money to make it happen.
In addition, if you know of someone or some organization who would like to sponsor sending a kid to camp, please have them contact me at powerhousemd@juno.com and I can help them do so.
Thank you for your continued support and trust. It is an honor to work with you.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
_______________________________________
May Topics
May’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
5/6 Honor Your Father and Mother
5/13 Jesus and Thomas
5/20 Jesus Appears on the Shore
5/27 Jesus and Peter
The 8:00 High School Group will be starting a new video-based series of lessons.
_______________________________________
Grade Changes
Since Pizza Church groups are divided by grade, I get many questions about when kids should switch from one group to the next. Here is the general plan:
-Now through June 30, attend the group based on the grade you are finishing.
-Starting July 1, attend based on the group you’ll be going into next fall.
We operate out of a place of grace on this topic throughout the summer. If you child who is between groups shows up at the wrong time, we’ll let them come. By the time school starts in August, though, we’ll be stricter as to having all kids attend the group that’s for their own grade.
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If you are tired from carrying
heavy burdens, come to me and
I will give you rest.
---- Matthew 11:28
Thursday, March 31, 2011
April 2011
Pastor’s Notes
Hello!
With spring in the air, it can be hard to stay focused. The bright colors, fresh air, and sunshine distract us from our daily tasks. The thoughts of summer fun sometimes lead our minds to “check out” of school or work a little early.
This can happen at church, too. Kids who have attended regularly throughout the year sometimes start slipping in participation once the warmer weather arrives.
Please be sure to help your child enjoy the wonders of spring while not neglecting the important regular activities as well. This is important at home, school, and church.
And with Easter upon us, spring is a great time to gather at the church with friends and family to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. Please note the schedule of Holy Week activities in this newsletter and plan to attend them together.
Thank you for your continued trust and support. It is truly an honor to be able to serve with you in helping your child’s spiritual growth and development.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
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April Topics
April’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
4/1 The Last Supper
4/8 Jesus and Lazarus
4/15 Jesus Enters Jerusalem
4/22 Good Friday and Easter
4/29 The Road to Emmaus
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
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Holy Week
Below is a schedule for Holy Week. Please join us in preparation of our Easter celebration.
Palm Sunday (4/17)
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
3:00 p.m. Kids’ Church
Maundy Thursday (4/21)
7:00 p.m. Last Supper Service
Good Friday (4/22)
12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m.
Church open for prayer and meditation
Easter Sunday (4/24)
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
3:00 p.m. Kids’ Church
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The joy of the LORD is your strength.
---- Nehemiah 8:10b
Hello!
With spring in the air, it can be hard to stay focused. The bright colors, fresh air, and sunshine distract us from our daily tasks. The thoughts of summer fun sometimes lead our minds to “check out” of school or work a little early.
This can happen at church, too. Kids who have attended regularly throughout the year sometimes start slipping in participation once the warmer weather arrives.
Please be sure to help your child enjoy the wonders of spring while not neglecting the important regular activities as well. This is important at home, school, and church.
And with Easter upon us, spring is a great time to gather at the church with friends and family to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. Please note the schedule of Holy Week activities in this newsletter and plan to attend them together.
Thank you for your continued trust and support. It is truly an honor to be able to serve with you in helping your child’s spiritual growth and development.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
_______________________________________
April Topics
April’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
4/1 The Last Supper
4/8 Jesus and Lazarus
4/15 Jesus Enters Jerusalem
4/22 Good Friday and Easter
4/29 The Road to Emmaus
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
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Holy Week
Below is a schedule for Holy Week. Please join us in preparation of our Easter celebration.
Palm Sunday (4/17)
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
3:00 p.m. Kids’ Church
Maundy Thursday (4/21)
7:00 p.m. Last Supper Service
Good Friday (4/22)
12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m.
Church open for prayer and meditation
Easter Sunday (4/24)
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
3:00 p.m. Kids’ Church
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The joy of the LORD is your strength.
---- Nehemiah 8:10b
Monday, February 28, 2011
March 2011
Pastor’s Notes
Hello!
What a difference one month can make. Winter is still in full force the last week of February but by the first of April we’ll expect spring to be coming at us in full force.
When spring is in the air, I’m sure your child will start thinking about going to camp with the church in the summer. Historically, March and April is when kids either make the final push to earn their way to camp or get distracted by the spring weather and miss the cut.
Please help your child make good choices about church participation, especially these next several weeks. This can make a real difference.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Health Fair
The University of Maryland School of Nursing will have its Health Fair at the Power House on Sunday, March 6, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. This event is for all ages so come and bring your friends and neighbors with you. Kids will receive church attendance credit if they come, even if they are normally too old to receive credit at Kids’ Church activities.
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March Topics
March’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
3/4 Jesus and the Rich Young Man
3/11 Jesus and Zacchaeus
3/18 Jesus Blesses Little Children
3/25 The Transfiguration
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
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Camp Fundraiser Night
Monday, March 7
4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Chick-fil-A in Lansdowne (by Walmart)
Say “I’m with The Power House” when you place your order that night and Chick-fil-A will donate 20% of what you spend to our camp fund. See you there!
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Save the Date
This year’s summer camp in Virginia is Sunday, July 10 through Saturday, July 16. We’ll begin announcing who had earned their way to camp by early May.
Hello!
What a difference one month can make. Winter is still in full force the last week of February but by the first of April we’ll expect spring to be coming at us in full force.
When spring is in the air, I’m sure your child will start thinking about going to camp with the church in the summer. Historically, March and April is when kids either make the final push to earn their way to camp or get distracted by the spring weather and miss the cut.
Please help your child make good choices about church participation, especially these next several weeks. This can make a real difference.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
_______________________________________
Health Fair
The University of Maryland School of Nursing will have its Health Fair at the Power House on Sunday, March 6, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. This event is for all ages so come and bring your friends and neighbors with you. Kids will receive church attendance credit if they come, even if they are normally too old to receive credit at Kids’ Church activities.
_______________________________________
March Topics
March’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
3/4 Jesus and the Rich Young Man
3/11 Jesus and Zacchaeus
3/18 Jesus Blesses Little Children
3/25 The Transfiguration
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
_______________________________________
Camp Fundraiser Night
Monday, March 7
4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Chick-fil-A in Lansdowne (by Walmart)
Say “I’m with The Power House” when you place your order that night and Chick-fil-A will donate 20% of what you spend to our camp fund. See you there!
_______________________________________
Save the Date
This year’s summer camp in Virginia is Sunday, July 10 through Saturday, July 16. We’ll begin announcing who had earned their way to camp by early May.
Monday, January 31, 2011
February 2011
Pastor’s Notes
Hello!
February brings cold weather and snow. It also brings us Valentine’s Day.
Pre-teen and teenaged kids are at a stage in life when they’re trying to understand what love is all about. This time of year provides a great opportunity for us as adults to both talk with our kids and model appropriate loving behavior.
Naturally at church we spend a lot of time teaching and trying to model God’s love for each person and for the world He created. We thank you for your continued trust in letting us help in this portion of your child’s life.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Summer Camp
It’s not too early to start thinking about camp this summer. This year we’ll be at a different campground in Virginia. The dates for camp are July 10-16. The fees for camp have increased significantly so we’re working hard to find funding. Please keep in mind that participation in camp is earned through participation in activities at The Power House. Watch this newsletter for more information in the months to come.
February Topics
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February’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
2/4 Jesus Calls His Disciples
2/11 Jesus Feeds Five Thousand
2/18 Jesus Walks on Water
2/25 Jesus Heals a Man
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
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Going Green
As you may have noticed, Pizza Church Press and Kids’ Church News are now being printed front and back on the same sheet of paper. Since so many households get copies of both newsletters, this will cut our paper use nearly in half. Be sure to check the other side of this newsletter for more information.
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Attendance?
Often at this time of year many kids start to cut back in their attendance in church activities. This lack of participation can quickly turn into a bad habit and can hurt their chances of being able to attend camp next summer. Please remind your kids on Fridays when it’s time for Pizza Church so that they can continue in their study and fellowship.
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Always be glad because of the Lord! I will say it again: Be glad. –Philippians 4:4
Hello!
February brings cold weather and snow. It also brings us Valentine’s Day.
Pre-teen and teenaged kids are at a stage in life when they’re trying to understand what love is all about. This time of year provides a great opportunity for us as adults to both talk with our kids and model appropriate loving behavior.
Naturally at church we spend a lot of time teaching and trying to model God’s love for each person and for the world He created. We thank you for your continued trust in letting us help in this portion of your child’s life.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
_______________________________________
Summer Camp
It’s not too early to start thinking about camp this summer. This year we’ll be at a different campground in Virginia. The dates for camp are July 10-16. The fees for camp have increased significantly so we’re working hard to find funding. Please keep in mind that participation in camp is earned through participation in activities at The Power House. Watch this newsletter for more information in the months to come.
February Topics
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February’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
2/4 Jesus Calls His Disciples
2/11 Jesus Feeds Five Thousand
2/18 Jesus Walks on Water
2/25 Jesus Heals a Man
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
_______________________________________
Going Green
As you may have noticed, Pizza Church Press and Kids’ Church News are now being printed front and back on the same sheet of paper. Since so many households get copies of both newsletters, this will cut our paper use nearly in half. Be sure to check the other side of this newsletter for more information.
_______________________________________
Attendance?
Often at this time of year many kids start to cut back in their attendance in church activities. This lack of participation can quickly turn into a bad habit and can hurt their chances of being able to attend camp next summer. Please remind your kids on Fridays when it’s time for Pizza Church so that they can continue in their study and fellowship.
_______________________________________
Always be glad because of the Lord! I will say it again: Be glad. –Philippians 4:4
Friday, December 31, 2010
January 2011
Pastor’s Notes
Hello!
May the New Year bring you and your family abundant blessings of joy and hope.
2010 brought many great changes at The Power Houses. This included an increase in participation in Pizza Church. Thank you for continuing to encourage your child’s attendance each Friday evening.
It’s not too early to start thinking about camp in July 2011. We’re experiencing a dramatic increase in the camp fees. Making sure that your child continues to participate in church regularly is the best way for them to earn a week-long trip to camp in July.
We’re looking toward a great year in 2011. Thank you for your continued trust in helping with your child’s spiritual development.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Hunger Challenge
In March several teens from Pigtown will be participating in a hunger challenge to both learn about world hunger and to raise monies to prevent starvation in other lands. Watch this newsletter for more details.
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January Topics
January’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
1/7 12-Year-Old Jesus in the Temple
1/14 Baptism of Jesus
1/21 Jesus in the Desert
1/28 Jesus at the Wedding Feast
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
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Friendly’s
Did you know that kids who come to activities at The Power House at least 40 times during a year (July through June) earn a trip to Friendly’s with the youth ministry staff? Congratulations to Bryce Anderson, Fred Ceo, Crystal Pettis, and Davon Burley for being the first four to do so this year.
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Australia
Ms. Sarah, one of our youth ministers, just got back from spending several weeks ministering in Australia! We’re looking forward to hearing all about her experiences there.
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Sundae Church
Just a reminder that High School students (grades 9-12) can enjoy ice cream at The Power House the 4th Saturday of each month at 8 p.m.
Hello!
May the New Year bring you and your family abundant blessings of joy and hope.
2010 brought many great changes at The Power Houses. This included an increase in participation in Pizza Church. Thank you for continuing to encourage your child’s attendance each Friday evening.
It’s not too early to start thinking about camp in July 2011. We’re experiencing a dramatic increase in the camp fees. Making sure that your child continues to participate in church regularly is the best way for them to earn a week-long trip to camp in July.
We’re looking toward a great year in 2011. Thank you for your continued trust in helping with your child’s spiritual development.
In Christ,
Pastor Jeff Anderson
_______________________________________
Hunger Challenge
In March several teens from Pigtown will be participating in a hunger challenge to both learn about world hunger and to raise monies to prevent starvation in other lands. Watch this newsletter for more details.
_______________________________________
January Topics
January’s topics for the 6:00 Elementary and the 7:00 Middle School Groups are as follows:
1/7 12-Year-Old Jesus in the Temple
1/14 Baptism of Jesus
1/21 Jesus in the Desert
1/28 Jesus at the Wedding Feast
The 8:00 High School Group will continue their study of the Gospel of Luke.
_______________________________________
Friendly’s
Did you know that kids who come to activities at The Power House at least 40 times during a year (July through June) earn a trip to Friendly’s with the youth ministry staff? Congratulations to Bryce Anderson, Fred Ceo, Crystal Pettis, and Davon Burley for being the first four to do so this year.
_______________________________________
Australia
Ms. Sarah, one of our youth ministers, just got back from spending several weeks ministering in Australia! We’re looking forward to hearing all about her experiences there.
_______________________________________
Sundae Church
Just a reminder that High School students (grades 9-12) can enjoy ice cream at The Power House the 4th Saturday of each month at 8 p.m.
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