Special Events

Special Events

  • Personal Theology - Restorative Justice: why it matters, Dave Belden and Kevin Skipper, Presenters
    • 01-26-2025
    • 9:30 a.m. In-person in the Fireside Room and available on Zoom, UUCB member, Dave Belden, and his friend and colleague, Kevin Skipper, know clearly that Restorative Justice can be seen as set of practices but it is deeper than that. Restorative Justice is how WE respond to any harm with healing, instead of neglecting the person harmed or punishing the person responsible. Click the heading for the Zoom link and for more information on this profound presentation being offered by Dave and Kevin.
  • Board of Trustees Candidates Forum
    • 01-26-2025
    • Board of Trustees Candidates Forum January 26, after Worship Service @ 12:30 pm Sanctuary, in person and on Zoom Get to know the Board of Trustees Candidates in this informative and interactive forum beginning after service at 12:30 pm. The outstanding candidates are: Kristen Jensen and Carla McCasland
  • PRIDE Project Movie Night
    • 01-26-2025
    • LGBTQIA+ Movie Night at UUCB! Hosted by UUCB's Pride Project Get ready for some fun as we present a kid-friendly screening of Nimona—a heartwarming, adventurous film celebrating friendship and self-discovery! Date: Friday, January 26 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM Location: Fireside Room, UU Church of Berkeley Bring your family, friends, and some snacks to share. This is a PG-rated movie that everyone can enjoy together. Join us for a celebration of community, creativity, and LGBTQIA+ stories....
  • Thank-You Note-Writing for Volunteers
    • 01-30-2025
    • COME JOIN A “THANK YOU” GROUP The Board is launching a monthly gathering of folks writing words of thanks to the MANY volunteers at UUCB.  Come join us for coffee, chatting and note-writing in the Safir Room 10:30-12 Thursday, January 30. Join us the third Thursday morning of each month.
  • Pathway to Connection Session 1
    • 02-02-2025
    • A two-session program where participants share their own spiritual journeys, learn how we create loving community in our congregation, and the history of our church and tradition. This series is especially useful for people who have newly joined the church or are considering becoming members, but it is open to everyone. You can attend just one or both, and it doesn't need to be in order. Session 1 Feb. 2, 2025 12:45 pm - 2:15...
  • Love Songs & Chocolate
    • 02-08-2025
    • 7 pm Please join us for Love Songs and Chocolate, a celebration of tuneful romance and delectable desserts. In a relaxed, cabaret-like setting, many singers from our community share beguiling love songs from the classics to Broadway to jazz. No one turned away for lack of funds. Livestreaming is not available for this event. Please avoid attending if you are experiencing symptoms of respiratory illness.
  • Pathway to Connection Session 2
    • 02-09-2025
    • A two-session program where participants share their own spiritual journeys, learn how we create loving community in our congregation, and the history of our church and tradition. This series is especially useful for people who have newly joined the church or are considering becoming members, but it is open to everyone. You can attend just one or both, and it doesn't need to be in order. Session 1 Feb. 2, 2025 12:45 pm - 2:15...
  • Ordination of Kathryn Jay
    • 02-16-2025
    • KATHRYN JAY’S ORDINATION will take place during our Sunday service, followed by a reception in the Atrium and Social Hall.  All are invited to attend!  It is a joy and an honor for us to ordain Kathryn, long-time former member of UUCB and current Director of Religious Education and Family Ministry.  (If you would like to donate to defray expenses for this event, please make checks payable to UUCB marked “Ordination.”)
  • Congregational Meeting
    • 02-23-2025
    • Immediately after worship service. We gather together on Sunday, February 12 after worship service for our annual Awards, Stewardship and Election Congregational Meeting.
  • Pathway to Connection Session 1
    • 04-06-2025
    • A two-session program where participants share their own spiritual journeys, learn how we create loving community in our congregation, and the history of our church and tradition. This series is especially useful for people who have newly joined the church or are considering becoming members, but it is open to everyone. You can attend just one or both, and it doesn't need to be in order. Session 1 April 6, 2025 12:45 pm - 2:15...