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Proverbs, The Way of Wisdom
A 31-Day Daily Devotional

by Dave Hentschel & Bob Erbig

Now available on Kindle and coming soon in paperback, All proceeds from the purchase of this book go to MBC.

Have you ever been traveling around in a new place and suddenly felt lost and disoriented? Sometimes life’s twists and turns can make us feel that way… The book of Proverbs is a source of wisdom, compiled for an ancient nation’s king that serves as a 21st-century spiritual navigational tool for us today. This daily devotional will provide you with an overview of the book of Proverbs, designed to challenge you and inspire you to live a life of wisdom over the next 31 days. We hope this will be a month of storing up wisdom from God which will reflect practically in your daily life.

Join the nursery team or become a preschool teacher’s assistant.

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Building our Nursery & Preschool Teams

Do you love little kids? Are you looking for a place to serve in-person? Are you eager to be a part of a community at MBC?

 

If you answered YES to these questions, then this is for you!

 

We are prayerfully seeking to reopen the nursery and a preschool/Kindergarten class soon.

 

Contact Rachel (rachel@millingtonbaptist.org) if you’d like to learn more about joining the nursery team or becoming a preschool teacher’s assistant.

Girls in Prayer

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Do you ever ask yourself, “Why should I pray?” or “How do I pray?” Moms In Prayer and American Heritage Girls created a prayer program to help girls answer those questions.

 

Beginning Sunday, March 14, we’re excited to announce the launch of Girls in Prayer, for girls in 5th grade through high school that will help them learn the four steps of prayer: Praise, Confession, Thanksgiving & Intercession, with the goal of developing a powerful prayer life and growing closer to the Lord.

 

Each age group will meet via Zoom once a month on Sundays as noted below.

 

To RSVP for Zoom login information, or if you have questions, contact Deirdre Rajoppi at deirdre170@hotmail.com.

 

Let’s encourage our girls to be the prayer warriors God desires them to be!

 

5th and 6th grade girls: 2nd Sundays , 6:30pm-7:30pm

 

7th & 8th grade girls: 3rd Sundays, 7pm-8pm

 

High school girls: 4th Sundays, 7pm-8pm

Young Adults

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Saturday, May 8, 7pm-9pm, YFMB Great Room

 

Young adults ages 18-30 are invited to go deeper in relationship with God and with each other as we navigate this exciting and complex life stage together.

 

We will engage in topical cultural discussions through thought-provoking messages, serving opportunities and time in prayer that aims to develop a strong community of believers.

 

The Young Adults group typically meets monthly on the first Saturday in the YFMB Great Room at MBC.

 

Contact Johnny (jgraves@millingtonbaptist.org) with any questions or for more information.

Young Adults (Ages 18-30)

Saturday, March 6, 6:30pm-8:30pm, Sanctuary & Online Event

This month we will attend the Underground Sessions event together as a group. The topic: What About Race? A conversation on social justice and biblical justice, is sure to spark engaging discussion and thought-provoking reflections.

Registration is required to attend either in-person or virtually. Visit our Underground Sessions page to learn more about this special event and to register. 

Contact Johnny (jgraves@millingtonbaptist.org) with any questions.

Young Adults (Ages 18-30)

The Young Adults group will meet on Saturday, January 9, at 7pm, in the YFMB Great Room on the MBC campus.

 

Young adults ages 18-30 are invited to go deeper in relationship with God and with each other as we navigate this exciting and complex life stage together.

 

We will engage in topical cultural discussions through thought-provoking messages, serving opportunities and time in prayer that aims to develop a strong community of believers.

 

Plus, did we mention there will be food?

 

The Young Adults group typically meets monthly on the first Saturday at Ed and Sharon Williams’ home. (Email Johnny Graves for address). 

Little Footprints Learning Center

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2021-2022 Registration is Now Open!

Calling All Preschool Children! Registration is now open to the public for the 2021-2022 school year! Please tell your friends and family about the wonderful preschool program here at Little Footprints Learning Center. Your words of recommendation are our best kind of advertisement! Visit our website HERE to get started and to learn more.

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”  Matthew 19:14

MBC Indoor Gathering Plan, 9am & 10:15am

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INDOOR In-Person Services

Reserve Your Seat(s) HERE

Welcome to Millington Baptist Church! If you’re planning to join us on campus, take a moment to watch our “what to expect” video below which walks you step-by-step from your arrival on campus to your departure at the end of the service, as well as some guidelines we’ll be implementing. If you don’t see an answer to a specific question, please don’t hesitate to contact the Ministry Leadership Team at mlt@millingtonbaptist.org.

As you can see, we are preparing safe, comfortable, and distanced seating areas in our sanctuary as well as in our overflow spaces. 

We are also installing a new, state-of-the-art HVAC system technology to further reduce the risk of viral transmission. The installation of this system is still in progress and is not yet complete. We will let you know when it is finished.


If you plan to join us in person, there are 2 things to remember: first, Reserve your seat online. Second, please familiarize yourself with our Indoor Services Guidelines to ensure your best and safest experience with us on Sunday.

Please contact the Ministry Leadership Team at (mlt@millingtonbaptist.org) if you cannot locate the answer to a specific question.

As you can see, we are preparing safe, comfortable and distanced seating areas in our sanctuary as well as in our overflow spaces. We’ve also installed new, state-of-the-art HVAC system technology to further reduce the risk of viral transmission.

 

We hope you’ll join us in person on November 1. If so, there are 2 things to remember: first, REGISTER online. Second, please familiarize yourself with our campus guidelines to ensure your best experience with us on Sunday.

 

Please contact the Ministry Leadership Team at (mlt@millingtonbaptist.org) if you cannot locate the answer to a specific question.

Video: What to expect upon your arrival

A reservation is required to attend service in person.

Millington Baptist Church has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 as stated within our Campus Guidelines (below); however, the church cannot guarantee that you or your child(ren) will not become infected with COVID-19. By reserving a seat below, you are acknowledging that seats are limited and an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present and do so at your own discretion. 

MBC Guidelines for COVID-19 Precaution 

Social Distancing

The Surgeon General and CDC strongly recommend that we keep social distancing (a 6’ buffer between people) during these times.

Yes, we will require the use of masks until further notice. These should be in place prior to entering any building and be worn properly throughout the Service. We regret to inform you that gaiter and bandana face coverings will not be acceptable. We will have masks available if you do not have one.

Hand sanitizer stations will be located throughout the campus.

We will have a touchless forehead thermometer available to take temperatures.

Entering/Exiting the Building

Front doors to the sanctuary building will be propped open before and after services to prevent the need to touch door handles. Greeters/ushers will welcome you to the church with a smile and a wave at the appropriate distance.

Physical Contact

Please, as a general rule, avoid physical contact with others. While you may feel comfortable with some form of contact, other individuals may not. Feel free to wave hello from a safe distance.

Facility Changes

Hired help and/or Volunteers will be sanitizing and cleaning both before and in-between services. Special attention will be given to chairs, doorknobs, handles, and all contact surfaces.

The Fellowship Hall Café will be closed until further notice. 

Services will continue to be live-streamed on our website and on Facebook for those that choose to join us online.

Communion elements will be administered using a prepackaged, sealed bread, and juice cup. Individually wrapped gluten-free options will continue to be made available.

Offering plates will not be passed around. There will be a centralized area to submit offerings. We continue to encourage the convenience of online giving.

Pens/Connect Cards/Tithe Envelopes will be removed from circulation for the time being.

Commonly kept items such as pens and Bibles, will not be distributed or made available at this time. 

The Welcome Center will be closed.

MBC Kids program indoors is offered at the 10:45am service only. Pre-registration during your family’s indoor attendance registration is highly recommended as there is a maximum 25 kids, ages pre-K through 6th grade.

Click here for more details about policies we’re implementing to keep the kids and leaders safe.

Is there anyone who should not attend indoor services? People over the age of 65 and those with compromised immune systems are encouraged to stay home and watch online. Please join us online if you currently have these symptoms or have had them in the last week: fever over 100 degrees, cough or sore throat, shortness of breath or contact with anyone confirmed to have COVID-19 (in the last 14 days).

New Jersey strongly discourages all non-essential interstate travel at this time.

Travelers and residents returning from any U.S. state or territory beyond the immediate region (New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Delaware) should self-quarantine at their home, hotel, or other temporary lodging following recommendations from the CDC

Will the music and preaching be live in the room? Or just a video playing? The service in the Sanctuary will be live in-person! To create an option for families with small children and make sure we have room for everyone, we will be streaming the service to our downstairs Overflow area.

Do we have to wear masks? Will we have masks available if I do not have one? Yes, we will require the proper use of masks until further notice. Please have them on before entering any building. We regret to inform you that gaiter and bandana face coverings will not be acceptable. We have masks available if you do not have one.

Can we sing? Yes! For the time being, we can sing with masks in place.

Will the restrooms be open? Currently our main level bathroom is under renovation. Please utilize the restrooms located in the lower level.

Will we receive a physical bulletin? For the time being, our weekly Enews Bulletin will continue to be digital only. If you would like to subscribe to this weekly publication, please email us at (communications@millingtonbaptist.org).

Will there be areas of the church campus cordoned off? Some campus buildings and rooms may be accessible, but only to those individuals participating in previously-approved church activities. Folks entering these spaces must adhere to the same guidelines as noted here (mandatory masks, 25% capacity and 6-feet of distance).

Will the drinking fountains be open? Filling a water bottle is recommended rather than drinking directly from the fountain.

Are people allowed to stick around after the service and fellowship? We are encouraging everyone to make their way out of the buildings fairly quickly after the conclusion of each service/activity to avoid close physical contact with others. You are welcome to continue conversations outside of the buildings at the appropriate distance.

What is MBC’s plan if someone presents signs of illness? Will you be able to safely take a temperature reading if necessary? We will have a touchless forehead thermometer available to take temperatures. If you have a temperature over 100 degrees, we will kindly ask you to leave and encourage you to watch our services online at home out of respect for others in attendance. If a child presents signs of illness, we will take them to the check-in area and take their temperature. If it is over 100 degrees, we will notify the parents to come pick them up.  

Can I sit with someone not in my family unit? We strongly recommend sitting with your family unit, but if both you and the individual/family are comfortable, you may join someone outside your family unit if there is space in their group of seats.

Are we capping the attendees per service? Yes. We will only accommodate as many people in each venue as allows for 25% of capacity and 6 feet of space between family units.

What if I miss my scheduled time, can I come to another service? Yes, but please make every effort to attend the service for which you have registered. This will help us keep proper numbers and leave space for visitors.

Is it ok for me to bring a snack for my child during service? We encourage you to enjoy a healthy breakfast at home and to please refrain from bringing food or beverages into the building.

Will we offer children’s programming? Yes. Children’s programming details can be viewed on our MBC Kids page.

Will we have a self-serve nursery available? The Nursery is not available at this time, but the Overflow space is accommodating for little ones and noise-friendly. We know that babies and children make unavoidable sounds during church! We hope to reopen the nursery in coming weeks.

Will we have coffee and refreshments available? Not at this time, but we hope to add in the future. Please enjoy at home before coming to service.

Will the Library be open? It will be closed for the time being.

Will there be any new volunteer positions you’ll need to serve with hospitality or maintain new cleaning guidelines? Yes, additional help is always needed and very much welcomed! Contact Scott Rajoppi to learn more about serving opportunities (srajoppi@millingtonbaptist.org).

FAQs

Is there anyone who should not attend outdoor services? People over the age of 65 and those with compromised immune systems are encouraged to stay home and watch online. Please join us online if you currently have these symptoms or have had them in the last week: fever over 100 degrees, cough or sore throat, shortness of breath or contact with anyone confirmed to have COVID-19 (in the last 14 days).

Persons returning from travel from states with a positive test rate higher than 10 per 100,000 residents or a state with a 10% or higher positivity rate over a 7-day rolling average are advised to self-quarantine for 14 days; or self-monitor for symptoms.

The service in the Sanctuary will be live in-person! To create an option for families with small children and make sure we have room for everyone, we will be streaming the service to Overflow in Fellowship Hall where tables will be set up.

Yes, we will require the use of masks until further notice. These should be in place prior to entering any building. We will have masks available if you do not have one.

This will be permitted with masks in place.

Yes, our newly renovated restrooms are open, however, there will be a 2-person limit at one time.

For the time being, our weekly bulletin will be digital only.

Other campus buildings and rooms may be accessible, but only to those individuals participating in previously-approved church activities. Folks entering these spaces must adhere to the same guidelines as noted here (mandatory masks, 25% capacity and 6-feet of distance).

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We are encouraging everyone to make their way out of the buildings fairly quickly after the conclusion of each service/activity to avoid contact with others. You’re welcome to continue conversations outside of the buildings at the appropriate distance.

We will have a touchless forehead thermometer available to take temperatures. If you have a temperature over 100, we will ask you to depart the building and should you choose, watch our services online at home out of respect for others in attendance. If a child presents signs of illness, we will take them to the check-in area and take their temperature. If it is over 100 degrees, we will notify the parents to come pick them up.

We strongly recommend sitting with your family unit, but if both you and the individual/family are comfortable, you can join someone outside your family unit if there is space in their group of seats.

Yes. We will only accommodate as many people in each venue as allows for 25% of capacity and 6 feet of space between family units.

Yes, but please plan to attend the service for which you have registered. This will help us keep proper numbers and leave space for new people.

Please refrain from bringing food or beverages in to the building.

Yes. Children’s programing details can be viewed above.

The Nursery is not available at this time, but the Overflow space is conducive for little ones. We may reopen the nursery in coming weeks.

No.

It will be closed for the time being.

Yes. See Scott Rajoppi for details (srajoppi@millingtonbaptist.org).

Don’t see your question? 

Email the Ministry Leadership Team at mlt@millingtonbaptist.org

Ministry Leaders will be communicating to their respective groups, however, feel free to reach out to them directly should you have specific questions or concerns.

 

Weekday office hours will remain the same until further notice. We will continue to monitor information as we receive it and will communicate to updates as they emerge.

 

You still have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and support MBC ministries, even though we’re not gathering in-person for church, by giving through our giving page, by texting “MBCNJ” to 77977, or by mailing a check to 520 King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

Please stay connected with us by checking our website and our social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) for the latest information. 

 

Most importantly, let’s remember that God is fully in control! Even though fear is spreading, our God is a strong tower and mighty fortress, the righteous run into it and we are safe (Prov. 18:10). Let’s be a “non-anxious presence” around those who don’t know and follow Jesus.

 

Please remember to lift up our brothers and sisters around the world who are suffering, and pray for all caregivers, for those who are tirelessly working to fight this disease and for the swift development of treatment. 

MBC Indoor Gathering Plan, 9am & 10:15am

MBC Indoor Gathering Plan, 9am & 10:15am

INDOOR In-Person Services
 Reserve Your Seat(s) HERE Welcome to Millington Baptist Church! If you’re planning to join us ...
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Young Adults

Young Adults

Saturday, May 8, 7pm-9pm, YFMB Great Room Young adults ages 18-30 are invited to go deeper in relationship with God and ...
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Updates & Connection Opportunities during COVID-19

Updates & Connection Opportunities during COVID-19

Stay tuned right here for regular updates in response to the COVID-19.
Here you will find our Pastor's weekly videos updates and ...
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Now available!

Now available!

Kindle (Available NOW) Paperback (Available Now) Proverbs, The Way of Wisdom A 31-Day Daily Devotional by ...
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Girls in Prayer

Girls in Prayer

Do you ever ask yourself, “Why should I pray?” or “How do I pray?” Moms In Prayer and American Heritage ...
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The Rush Sundays

The Rush Sundays

Two Sundays: February 28 & March 7, 9am, Zoom Join us for a 2 week study of Romans 12 as ...
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A Beautiful Mess

by Dave Hentschel & Bob Erbig

Now available on Kindle and in paperback, A Beautiful Mess: Coming from a dysfunctional family doesn’t destine you for a dysfunctional life. All proceeds from the purchase of this book go to MBC.

 

Family. This group of people has so much power over us. Our familial experiences forever shape our lives. Truth be told, family can be a source of life giving joy. Family can also be a source of palpable pain that leaves us angry, confused and unable to move on. And yet… when we search the pages of the Scriptures… we see that families are building blocks of society. In fact, God brought about redemption through a family. In the midst of pain and brokenness, God promises healing through adoption into a new family with him as our heavenly father.

 

In this book, we journey through the biblical account of Genesis addressing challenges facing every one of our families. These challenges make us who we are. But even in the mess of family dysfunction, God can make something beautiful … through the power of the Gospel! 

Updates & Connection Opportunities during COVID-19

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Stay tuned right here for regular updates in response to the COVID-19.
Here you will find our Pastor’s weekly videos updates and various MBC community opportunities to connect with each other during this time of separation.

Pastor's Weekly Update

Weekly Opportunities to Connect

Weekly Pastors Video: Each week Pastor Dave and Pastor Bob will bring you some encouraging truths from the Scriptures and let you know the latest on how you can connect. You don’t want to miss this important weekly video delivered right here! 
 
Day of the week | Event How to get there
Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays


Women’s Ministry

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56ers Girls Zoom Class

(Linda’s Class)

Tuesdays at 3:30pm 

Visit our Women’s Ministry page for 2021 Bible study details.

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Contact Mrs. Tosi for Zoom link
(ltosi@millingtonbaptist.org)

 
Wednesdays

The Rush (MBC Teens) 
7pm-8:30pm

Masks & adherence to campus guidelines are required if attending in-person, or join us via Zoom. 

Can’t attend in person on Wednedays? Join us via Zoom!

Subscribe to the Weekly Sync to get the latest Rush news delivered to your in box Tuesdays at 4pm.


Download the Remind app from Apple or Google (text @therushnj to 81010) for up-to-the-minute news and information.

 
Thursday at 8pm
Facebook Live Prayer with the Pastors: Join us on Facebook for a live prayer meeting. Message in your prayers and we will pray for your request on the spot. Invite your friends to a Facebook watch party!Enter here: MBC’s Facebook page
  
Sundays
Sunday Services
9am & 10:45am

Reserve your seat/s here.
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Enter here: LIVE STREAM
or here: Facebook Live

 

Teens
9am

Join us in the YFMB (Covid protocols apply.)

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Enter Zoom here.

 

MBC Kids In-Person Indoors Program
10:45am only: Our indoor program for elementary kids is currently offered only at the 10:45am service.

Visit our MBC Kids page for in-person and 9am Zoom meetups information.

Go to Reservations Page
Click here to review details and policies we’re implementing to keep everyone safe.
 
Adult Education
9am only: Men’s Class offered via Zoom through winter and spring trimesters.
Visit our Adult Education page for class descriptions, registration & Zoom login information.
 
Small Groups
MBC Small Groups various days and times throughout the week. 		Visit our Small Groups page to find
the group that fits your style and schedule. 
 
1st Saturdays

Young Adults (age 18-30)

Typically meets on the 1st Saturdays in the YFMB (Youth & Family Ministry Building).

Email Johnny Graves for address. 
 
Every day, all day on Facebook 
Hello Senior!: A place for us to connect and collaborate on ways in which we can help our seniors who are very much in isolation due to COVID-19.Enter here: Facebook group

 

 MBC Care Team Conference Call: Our MBC Care team invites anyone from MBC to connect with us in ZOOM and the phone. This is just an informal meeting – open to all – just designed to be a place to fellowship, meetup, and check-in with others in our church body at MBC. Feel free to Zoom-In or call in for just a few minutes, stay for a while, or share a prayer request. We just want to stay connected with you because we care.

ZOOM: From a computer or smartphone, load the Zoom app. 

Enter here: 7pm ZOOM meeting
PHONE: Dial-in Number: (929) 436-2866

Meeting ID: 149 590 228 then press #

No participant ID is needed, attendees press # when prompted

Ministry Leaders will be communicating to their respective groups, however, feel free to reach out to them directly should you have specific questions or concerns.

Weekday office hours will remain the same until further notice. We will continue to monitor information as we receive it and will communicate to updates as they emerge.

You still have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and support MBC ministries, even though we’re not gathering in-person for church, by giving through our giving page, by texting “MBCNJ” to 77977, or by mailing a check to 520 King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

Please stay connected with us by checking our website and our social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) for the latest information. 

 

Most importantly, let’s remember that God is fully in control! Even though fear is spreading, our God is a strong tower and mighty fortress, the righteous run into it and we are safe (Prov. 18:10). Let’s be a “non-anxious presence” around those who don’t know and follow Jesus.

Please remember to lift up our brothers and sisters around the world who are suffering, and pray for all caregivers, for those who are tirelessly working to fight this disease and for the swift development of treatment. 

Please be advised of our response to the COVID-19 and the steps we are taking immediately for the health and safety of our MBC family:

 

///SUNDAY SERVICES LIVESTREAM ONLY////

Effective immediately and through the entire month of March, all of our IN-PERSON Sunday Services will be moved exclusively to our Live Stream online only. Service times will remain the same at 9am & 10:45am.

 

///UNDERGROUND SESSIONS POSTPONED///

The Underground Sessions planned for this Sunday evening are postponed until a later date.

 

///ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING POSTPONED///

The Annual Business Meeting scheduled for March 18th will be moved to March 25th. Be prepared for an online forum.

 

Ministry Leaders will be communicating to their respective groups, however, feel free to reach out to them directly should you have specific questions or concerns.

 

Weekday office hours will remain the same until further notice. We will continue to monitor information as we receive it and will communicate to updates as they emerge.

 

You still have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and support MBC ministries, even though we’re not gathering in-person for church, by giving through our giving page, by texting “MBCNJ” to 77977, or by mailing a check to 520 King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

 

Please stay connected with us by checking our website and our social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) for the latest information. 

 

Most importantly, let’s remember that God is fully in control! Even though fear is spreading, our God is a strong tower and mighty fortress, the righteous run into it and we are safe (Prov. 18:10). Let’s be a “non-anxious presence” around those who don’t know and follow Jesus.

Please remember to lift up our brothers and sisters around the world who are suffering, and pray for all caregivers, for those who are tirelessly working to fight this disease and for the swift development of treatment. 

 

Underground Session Podcast

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Introducing our new Podcast that focuses on conversations at the intersection of faith, culture and politics. Come to the underground with us and step into the tension as we discuss various topics in the form of pastoral commentary and culturally relevant interviews featuring guest professionals specializing within the topic of discussion. The Underground is not a place where everyone agrees. But a space where respectful dialog can happen, difficult topics addressed, and ultimately where Christ is exalted.

Recent Underground Sessions Topics:

Everyone can benefit from an evening at the Underground. Also check out our bi-annual live Underground Sessions. Signup to our E-news and “like” our Social media outlets to stay tuned to our up and coming events. 

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