2005 Calendar of Events

January 2005

Jan 1, Saturday
New Year's Day Hike at 11:00 AM – All Ages Welcome.
Meet at Inspiration Point in Tilden Park for a hike led by Revs. Barbara and Bill Hamilton-Holway. Rain cancels.

New Year’s Holiday-Church Closed on Saturday, Jan 1, 2004

Jan 4, Tuesday
Tea with Rev. Michelle at 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Jan 9, Sunday
Greater Richmond Interfaith Project (GRIP) Annual Meeting

Jan 11, Tuesday
Tuesday Night Core Curriculum class begins
Powerful Non-Defensive Communication will meet on Tuesdays from Jan. 11 - Feb. 15)

Jan. 14, Friday
Berkeley Forum at 7:00 p.m.
The topic will be Torture and the White House.
Speakers: Jennifer Harbury, UUSC Stop Torture Campaign
Bob Kearney, Associate Director, ACLU of Northern California
$5.00 donation. Reception and refreshments to follow All are welcome.
Cosponsored by the ACLU of Contra Costa/Mt. Diablo, the Mt. Diablo Peace and Justice Center, and NotInOurTown-Contra Costa.

Jan 15, Saturday
Habitat for Humanity Project in the East Bay, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join the UUCB team volunteering in West Oakland on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Contact Linda Laskowski at 898-0909 for information.

Jan 17, Monday
Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday- Church Closed

Jan 20, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

Jan 28, Friday
Marriage Equality Celebration at 7:00 p.m.
Join with Molly McKay and Davina Kotulski, Equality California; Kate Kendal, Executive Director, National Center for Lesbian Rights; the UU California Legislative Ministry, Chancel Choir, and church couples who were married last year or had appointments to marry at San Francisco City Hall. Chocolate reception.

Jan 30, Sunday
Craig Scott's Ordination at 10:45 a.m. Service

February 2005

Feb 6, Sunday
UUCB 75th Birthday Concert at 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a concert of music by composer-in-residence, Herb Bielawa.
On the program will be:

Concerto for Piano (world premiere)
      Jerry Kuderna, piano soloist
Feedback for Two Organs (world premiere)
      John Karl Hirten and Sandra Soderlund, organists
Cloning Around for French Horn and MIDI (world premiere),
      Jan Pusina, horn soloist
Three Prayers for SATB Choir (world premiere),
      Chancel Choir
Stone Settings for soprano and piano,
      Anna Carol Dudley, soprano
      Herb Bielawa, piano

Other performers include Deborah Schmidt, flute; Richard Mathias, clarinet; Harry Chomsky, violin; and Catherine Allen, ’cello.

Suggested Donation is $15 and $10. For information call 510-524-2912. UUCB is wheelchair accessible. Directions to UUCB.

Feb 13, Sunday
Congregational Meeting
Annual Awards, Canvass and Elections

Chinese New Year Lunch following the Service

Feb 14, Monday
UU Legislative Ministry Lobbying Day in Sacramento

Feb 17, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

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Feb 18 – 21, Friday through Monday
Snow Trip
Join the 100 or so church folks and families that come together annually in Arnold (near Bear Valley) for a long weekend of fun: eating together, socializing, skiing, sledding, playing in the snow. We are accommodated in very nice cabins, and everyone helps with chores. Youth and their leaders have their own cabins. More information and registration forms will be available in January 2005. (Sponsored by RE)

Feb 21, Monday
Presidents Day Holiday-Church Closed

Feb 27, Sunday
Celebration Sunday & Lunch

March 2005

Mar 4, Friday
Berkeley Forum at 7:00 p.m.
UC Professor George Lakoff: Moral Values: Reframing Progressive Issues
Tickets: $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Book signing and refreshments to follow. For more info, call 510-525-0391 ext. 376. For advance tickets send an email. Parking is limited; please consider carpooling or taking the #7 bus.

Mar 5, Saturday
Berkeley Forum Workshop from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Workshop in Reframing Progressive Issues
View a DVD of George Lakoff (he will not be present) followed by faciliated practice in reframing, communicating with voters. Admission to workshop: $10 suggested donation. For more info, call 510-525-0391 ext. 376 or send an email.

Mar 11-13, Friday - Sunday
Native American Spiritual Celebration
Join UUCB March 11-13 in a Native American Spiritual Celebration! Lakota spiritual leader Jerry Farlee from the Cheyenne River Sioux Indian Reservation in South Dakota will be joining us for a weekend of education, worship, and celebration. Friday night begins with drumming at 7:00 pm in the Fireside Room, with an informal presentation on Lakota history and Native American spirituality at 7:30. A healing ceremony will begin around 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, and a Native American lunch will follow the service on Sunday, March 13. All events (except the lunch) are free, with a "free will" offering that will be shared with Jerry. Questions on the Saturday morning event should be directed to Carol Carlisle at 510/528-9310, on Friday or Sunday to Linda Laskowski at 510/898-0909 or email.

Mar 17, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

Mar 19, Saturday
Bryan Baker Benefit Piano Concert at 8:00 p.m.
UUCB's Director of Music, Bryan Baker, is a fabulous pianist! Come hear his piano recital titled “Night and Dreams” in which he will perform Liszt's Liebestraum and works by Mozart, Debussy, and Beethoven. All proceeds from this special benefit concert will go to help UUCB.

Mar 20, Sunday
Board/Congregational Forum on Fellowship after Services

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Mar 27, Sunday
Easter Sunday Events
8:30 am - 9:30 am: Pancake Breakfast
9 am - 1 pm: Childcare available
9:30 am: Intergenerational Easter Service. This service is family-oriented and will end with the traditional Easter Egg Hunt beyond the terrace. (Sponsored by RE)
11 am Easter Service led by Revs. Barbara and Bill Hamilton-Holway (Sunday School will be held).

April 2005

Apr 8, Friday at 8:00 p.m.
Side by Side by Sondheim
Many of the most wise, beautiful, amusing, and moving songs of Stephen Sondheim, America’s greatest living lyricist-composer of musicals, are gathered together in the review Side by Side by Sondheim. We will present this delightful show along with a delicious dinner. For more details and ticket information, click here.

Apr 8 – 10, Friday – Sunday
District Assembly

Apr 9, Saturday at 8:00 p.m.
Side by Side by Sondheim
Many of the most wise, beautiful, amusing, and moving songs of Stephen Sondheim, America’s greatest living lyricist-composer of musicals, are gathered together in the review Side by Side by Sondheim. We will present this delightful show along with a delicious dinner. For more details and ticket information, click here.

Apr 16, Saturday
Faithful Fools Street Retreat
The Faithful Fools will lead members of our church in a Richmond Street Retreat (much like their retreats in the Tenderloin of San Francisco). More information will follow. Also visit The Faithful Fools website.

Apr 16, Saturday
Baseball Outing to the Oakland As at 1:05 p.m.
Baseball fun for all ages. Join us for a visit to the ballpark and watch the Oakland Athletics take on the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $10 per adult and $8 for children under 16 and may be reserved by email throughout March. Proceeds will benefit our Education Ministry.

Apr 17, Sunday
UUCB Treats & Talents Auction & Raffle 12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m.
Come and bid on delicious food, unique gifts & works of art, events & antique oddities, romantic dinners overlooking the Bay, live music, and adventures. Free admission. Bring family, friends, and neighbors. 10% of the proceeds will be donated to tsunami relief.

Here's the Auction Items List to date.
Here's the Raffle Items List to date.

Here's the Absentee Auction Bid Form to fill out and mail in or fax to place an absentee offer on an item/s of interest.

Apr 21, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

Apr 28, Thursday at 5:30 p.m.
Passover Seder Celebration
Join us at this special Thursday Night Supper as we share our hopes and prayers for our families, our community, and our world with song and feasting, and the reading of the Haggadah. All are welcome. Cost: $15 for adults, $6 for children (12 and under).

Sign-up in the Social Hall after the service, or call 510-525-0391 ext. 380 for reservations. Reservations may be made until Tuesday, April 26.

May 2005

May 1, Sunday
All Souls Youth Choir (UU Tulsa)

May 7, Saturday
The Flute Player Documentary from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
The UU Service Committee presents The Flute Player a one-hour documentary about the life and work of Arn Chorn-Pond, musician and human rights activist whose struggle for survival is the subject of the film. This Emmy-nominated documentary by Jocelyn Glatzer follows Arn as he returns to Cambodia after living in the U.S. for 20 years, to face the shadows of his part and to fight to save Cambodia's once outlawed traditional music from extinction. A suggested donation of $7 supports Cambodian Living Arts, a program of World Education.

Week of May 8 – 15
Schedule of Events for Candidating Week

  • Chris Craethnenn will deliver the Sunday Service on May 8 at 10:45 a.m.
  • First Tea, Second Breakfast (Monday, May 9 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon), open to everyone.
  • Present and Past Committee and Church Group Member Potluck (Tuesday, May 10, social half-hour from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.; potluck starts at 7:00 p.m.): open to all members, past and present, of church committees and groups (childcare available).
  • Wild World of RE Potluck (Wednesday, May 11, social half-hour from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.; potluck starts at 7:00 p.m.): open to adult, children and youth religious education leaders, teachers, and volunteers (childcare available).
  • Thursday dinner and program (Thursday, May 12, social half hour from 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.; dinner from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.; worship from 7:00 - 7:30 p.m.; a program led by Chris from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.): open to everyone.
  • John and Lynn Cahoon's Open House (Saturday, May 14 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon): Everyone welcome. Call 526-5638 for directions.
  • Game Night and Dessert Potluck (Saturday, May 14 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.): open to everyone; children, youth, and the young at heart, in particular.
  • Chris will deliver the Sunday Service on May 15 at 10:45 a.m. (Congregational Meeting to vote to call Chris immediately following service).
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May 8, Sunday
Mother's Day

May 15, Sunday
Annual Congregational Meeting
Please attend the annual planning and budgeting meeting which will take place immediately following a shortened Sunday Service at 10:45 a.m.

May 19, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

May 22, Sunday
Celebrating Lives of Members - Memorial Wall

Coming of Age Ceremony

May 22, Sunday
Sandra Soderlund Recital at 8:00 p.m.
Sandra will preview the program she'll be performing in Europe in June. She'll play the Prelude and Fugue in C Major, BWV 547, by J. S. Bach, and the Symphonie V by Louis Vierne. Suggested donation for the recital is $15. Seniors and students: $10.

May 28, Saturday
Annual Freestone Barbecue and Picnic from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The annual all-church barbecue picnic and memorial service will be held at the Freestone Retreat Center in Sonoma County. Folks will gather for a short worship service at 11:30 a.m. led by Rev. Cathleen Cox Burneo. The barbecue coals will be hot thereafter. All are welcome. Bring a dish to pass, and your choice of meat/item to barbecue, and perhaps a chair. Coffee and lemonade will be provided along with plastic-ware and balls/games for the kids. Sponsored by the Freestone Committee, contact David Lingenfelter at 510-676-6217.

May 29, Sunday
Spring Sing at Vale Health Care Center from 1:30 - 2:00 p.m.
We will gather in the parking lot of Vale Health Care Center around 1:00 p.m. for an immediate rehearsal, song sheets will be provided. Vale Health Care Center, our partner nursing home, is located at the corner of San Pablo Avenue and Vale Road in the City of San Pablo. Contact: Susan Bergmans: 741-9993.

May 30, Monday
Memorial Day, Church Closed

June 2005

June 4, Saturday
UUCB Shoreline Restoration Work Day
Stege Marsh on the south Richmond shoreline provides habitat for resident and migratory shorebirds and waterfowl. We will join with The Watershed Project to work cleaning and replanting the marsh. Visit The Water Shed Project. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Jan Setchko at 234-9104.

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June 5, Sunday
Music Sunday

June 12, Sunday
Community Ministry Sunday

June 16, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

June 17, Friday
A Prom for the Rest of Us! 7:30 – 10:00 p.m.
How long has it been since you danced the night away? When's the last time they played your music? Put on your dancing shoes for this Board sponsored fundraising event to be held in the Atrium and on the Terrace. Live DJ, cash wine bar, snacks and childcare provided. $25/per person or $40/per 2 people (bring a friend). Festive dress invited.

June 19, Sunday
Father's Day!

Special Event at Social Action Summer Forum at 9:30 a.m.
Hear UU evolutionary “Evangelists” Michael Dowd and Connie Barlow speak on Darwin's Great Gift to Religion.

The Great Story Event on Sunday at 10:45 a.m.
Join Michael Dowd and Connie Barlow who have dedicated their lives to bringing an inspirational message connecting us to the environment and to the living earth. Their topic is The Great Story That Unifies Humanists and Spiritual Seekers.

June 23, Thursday
Summer Potluck at 6:00 p.m.
Join us tonight and on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of July and August, for a potluck supper in the Atrium from 6:00- 9:00 p.m. Bring 5-6 servings per person in your party of any food or beverage you'd like to share. Families and friends welcome. No programs are planned, just a chance to get better acquainted. NO NEED TO R.S.V.P. Just come and enjoy!

June 23, Thursday
The Marriage of Science and Religion for Personal and Planetary Wellbeing, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Join Michael Dowd and Connie Barlow for a workshop. Everyone is welcomed without fee. Voluntary donations appreciated to sustain their work.

June 30, Thursday 2005
End Fiscal Year 2004-2005

July 2005

July 1, Friday 2005
Start Fiscal Year 2005-2006

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July 4, Monday
Fourth of July – Church Closed

July 14, Thursday
Summer Potluck at 6:00 p.m.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of July, for a potluck supper in the Atrium from 6:00- 9:00 p.m. Bring 5-6 servings per person in your party of any food or beverage you'd like to share. Families and friends welcome. No programs are planned, just a chance to get better acquainted. NO NEED TO R.S.V.P. Just come and enjoy!

July 21, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

July 28, Thursday
Summer Potluck at 6:00 p.m.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of July, for a potluck supper in the Atrium from 6:00- 9:00 p.m. Bring 5-6 servings per person in your party of any food or beverage you'd like to share. Families and friends welcome. No programs are planned, just a chance to get better acquainted. NO NEED TO R.S.V.P. Just come and enjoy!

July 31, Sunday
Rev. Michelle Favreault's Last Sunday, 10:45 a.m. Worship Service
Please come share your appreciation with her and hear her last sermon with us as Interim Minister of Religious Education.

August 2005

August 7, Sunday
Worship Service at 10:45 with Christopher Craethnenn
Welcome Chris to his first official Sunday as Minister of Religious Education. Chris will speak at the 10:45 a.m. service.

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August 11, Thursday
Gala Theater Party - "Murder is Announced" at 8:00 p.m.
Fund Raiser for UUCB at Live Oak Theater

Theater Buffs and Miss Marple fans won't want to miss this! Come see this popular sleuth in a play directed by UUCB member, Margeret Gudmundsson. Sample a buffet of gourmet desserts. Meet the actors. Invite your friends. Tickets: $20 per person. Tickets will be sold in the UUCB Atrium on Sundays after the service or call Lynne Cahoon at 510-526-5638. "Murder is Announced" will play at the Live Oak Theater, 1301 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA

August 18, Thursday
Board of Trustees Meeting

August 28, Sunday
Earth/Water Ceremony at 10:45 a.m.
This summer gather some water, a rock, a shell, beach glass, earth or another natural object from some place significant to you. Bring it to the ceremony and we will create an altar with each person’s contribution. This jointly created altar is like our church community: shaped by the gifts each of us brings.

September 2005

September 10, Saturday
Faithful Fools Richmond Iron Triangle Street Retreat
People will walk the streets, sit in public parks, stand in a food line, or visit the Resource Center. Each of us will pay attentionn to what arises from within us in terms of judgements, assumptions, attitudes and feelings. In the afternoon, we will close our time together by reflecting on our experiences. For more details, contact Denis.

September 10, Saturday
Fall Semester Teacher RE Orientation

September 11, Sunday
Religious Education Classes Begin
Register now for Fall classes. Come to the Education Table after worship and look out for this year's prospectus coming to you in the mail.

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September 14, Wednesday
Read Aloud Orientation
The Read Aloud Volunteer Program has 16 church members reading to children in five elementary inner city schools in Richmond and San Pablo this year, and over 28 UUCB members have been part of this program in the last 8 years. To get more information or volunteer, please call Judy Sam at (510) 527-1661.

September 15, Thursday
Thursday Night Supper, Worship & Program Resume
For more information on making reservations for the supper and to view the program subjects, please visit Thursday Night Programs.

September 17, Saturday
California Costal Clean Up Day from 8:30 am to Noon
Join us on Saturday, September 17 at Point Isabel in Richmond, from 9 am to noon, to participate in California Coastal Cleanup Day, which is part of a worldwide event. It's a day to come together, take care of our fragile marine environment, show community support for our shared natural resources and have fun! All ages welcome. For more information and/or to sign up, Natalie DaSilva, 510-658-0648. There will also be a sign-up table in the Social Hall on Sunday, September 4 & 11.

September 25, Sunday
Christopher Craethnenn's Ordination at 5:00 p.m.

October 2005

October 1, Saturday
UUCB Habitat for Humanity Workday 8:30 a.m.on to 4:30 p.m.
Join the UUCB team volunteering in West Oakland. For more information about UUCB Habitat for Humanity, visit our web page. For information about this workday, contact Holly Zimmerman.

October 2, Sunday
Blessing of the Animals at 12:30 p.m.on the Terrace
A brief and simple ceremony celebrating how animals bless our lives as we bless them. All animals are welcome!

October 7, Friday
Game Night from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
All ages welcome, kids, no kids – we mean everyone is welcome. Dessert potluck. Bring a friend

October 8, Saturday
Harmony Walk to End Hunger at 8:00 a.m.
Rally starts at 8:00 a.m. at Civic Center Plaza, 2600 Barrett Ave., Richmond. Family Fest will follow at 11:00 a.m. Help raise money for the Greater Richmond Interfaith Program (GRIP) which served over 57,000 meals in 2004, and has provided winter shelter for 12 years. GRIP is now building a permanent shelter and Souper Center. Contact Ray Westergard (653-9220) or Dorothy Herzberg (524-0649).

October 16, Sunday
Creating a Theater Company at UUCB at 7:00 p.m.
Come to a meeting with Donna Davis and talk about the possibilities of starting a theatre company at UUCB.

October 21, Friday
2005 Lawrence Lecture - Holly Near at 8:00 p.m.
Holly Near will present Demystifying Activism One Breath at a Time. There will not be any reserved seats. Tickets will be sold at the door only. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $20.

October 23, Sunday
Music & United Nations Sunday: Studying Peace at 10:45 a.m.
Join us to honor peace with music by Mozart, Mechem, and others.

October 30, Sunday
Day of the Dead Intergenerational Service at 10:45 a.m.
followed by a Halloween Party

Join us for a celebration of the time of year when the veils between this world and the next are thin. UUCB will join again with countless other poeple of faith around the world in celebrating and remembering families and friends who have died.

Halloween Jack-O-Lantern

Pleaes bring pictures or objects which symbolize people or animals you love who are no longer with us, and come to church in costume.

Our Dia De Los Muertos celebration will be followed by a Halloween party for the entire community. This party will feature:
- A Haunted House
- Fortunetelling
-Zombiefication Face Painting
-And a number of other games and fun things.

November 2005

November 4, Friday
Family Game Night at 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy games for all ages - board games, card games, playdough and puppets, stuff for all ages. There will also be an adult game table for poker and blackjack. We'll provide the chips for gambling fun. Bring a desert to share! Call Chris for further details at 510-866-7856.

November 6, Sunday
Drumming Circle for Everyone from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Led by Wendy Bartel, who directed the Children's Choir at the First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego before beginning her studies this year at Starr King School for the Ministry. Drums will be available and if you have your own, please bring them. We'll use this drumming as a basis for our Lion King music making on Sunday, Nov. 20.

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November 11, Friday
UUCB Harvest Dance from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.
We'll boogie, shuffle, and fox trot, all while raising money and food for Bay Area food banks.

Bring your weight in food (or 50 lbs.), or your weight in dollars (at least $10), or refreshments. All proceeds will benefit the food banks. We need volunteers to help. Please contact Michele Voilleque to volunteer.

Can't make the Harvest Dance? Then please bring your weight in food or dollars to church on Sunday, November 13. Let's raise 15,000 lbs./$$,$$$!

November 12, Saturday
Faithful Fools Richmond Iron Triangle Street Retreat
People will walk the streets, sit in public parks, stand in a food line, or visit the Resource Center. Each of us will pay attention to what arises from within us in terms of judgements, assumptions, attitudes and feelings. In the afternoon, we will close our time together by reflecting on our experiences. For more details, contact Denis.

November 13, Sunday
San Francisco Columnist Jon Carroll will speak at 9:30 a.m.
Jon Carroll will make a presentation at Personal Theology (9.30 a.m.). In our Sunday Service at 10:45 a.m., we will explore his columns and his message about the world.

Also, Bring Your Gifts of Food and Money for the Richmond Emergency Food Bank!

Religioius Education Holiday Electives Begin

November 17, Thursday
Lion King Sing Rehearsal at 7:30 p.m.
A special invitationn to those 13 and older -- Come join in singing and/or drumming the rousing song "One by One," from The Lion King. There are easy parts to sing, more challenging ones, various drums and percussion to play, and yips and calls to be yipped and called. We'll do all this in the service on Sunday, Nov. 20. Please attend one short rehearsal on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 7:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary--and come to the warm-up in Sunday, Nov. 20 at 10:00 a.m.

Nov 19, Saturday
Byran Baker and Friends – Dancin’ With a Piano at 8:00 p.m.
Dance a Cake Walk with Debussy, waltz with Chopin, tango with Piazolla. And hear Beethoven’s famous Pathetique Sonata and dances from France, Spain, Argentina, Cuba and the USA. It’s all included in “Dancin’ with a Piano,” Bryan Baker's concert benefiting UUCB. You'll also hear Deborah Schmidt’s inspired flute playing, and Rod Lowe's mellifluous tenor fill out the festivities. A champagne reception will follow. Tickets: $20/15 are available in advance and at the door.

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November 20, Sunday
Intergenerational Thanksgiving Service at 10:45 a.m.
With singing and drumming the song "One by One" from The Lion King.

Solar Learning Lunch at 12 noon
Join us for a presentation by Greg S. Wolfson of the UU Church of Monterey on "Harvesting the Sun's Engergy to Power the 7th Principle". Learn about UUCB's Solar Project. Lunch from 12 noon to 12:30 p.m.; Listen/Learn from 12:30-1:00 p.m.; Dessert and fellowship from 1:00-1:30 p.m. Cost: $6.00 for adults, $4.00 for kids. Sponsored by UUCB Solar Taskforce.

Nov 24, Thursday
Thankgiving Worship Service at 12 noon, Dinner at 1:00 p.m.
Join us for Thanksgiving Worship and Dinner at UUCB. Donations for Dinner: Adult Advanced Ticket - $6.00; Children under 12 - $3.00; At the door - $10.00 (limited space available).

The donation covers turkey, stuffing and drinks with participants bringing enough appetizers, salads, vegetables or desserts to serve eight people. There will be a sign-up sheet for dinner tickets and clean-up following Sunday Services on November 6, 13, and 20 in the Social Hall. For further information and reservations, Minerva Mendoza-Friedman (510-527-4644).

NOTE: There will be a separate Worship Service from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room. Attend the service only, or stay on for dinner.

Nov 27, Sunday
Doctors of Durability Service at 10:45 a.m.
UUCB honors elders of the church who are 80,85,90 or 95.

December 2005

December 2, Friday
Family Game Night at 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy games for all ages–Poker, Scrabble, Chutes and Ladders, Magic The Gathering. There's playdough, tag, and balloon juggling for our littlest people. Also the perennial favorite–Tetherball. Everyone welcome. Bring a desert to share! Call Chris for further details at 510-866-7856.

December 4, Sunday
Sing-Along Messiah at 6:00 p.m.
Celebrate the season as the New Millennium Strings Orchestra and our fine soloists lead us along. This event was very popular last year. Bring friends and sing favorite choruses from Handel’s great masterpiece. Bring your own score or borrow one of ours. Suggested donation: $10. Free parking. Hallelujah! Directions

Also Dec. 4 Art Show & Holiday Faire from 12:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Paintings, greeting cards, ceramics, jewelry, sculptures, photography, gourds, and much more.

December 6, Tuesday
Caroling with the Eclectic Songsters at 5:45 p.m.
Everybody is welcome to make the joyful noyse of Christmas with carols common and not so common. We will sing to church members in their own homes and in retirement homes. Meet at the church at 5:45 p.m. to pick up songbooks and carpool. Dress warmly and bring flashlights. After we finish singing, we usually go out to eat.

December 9, Friday
The Berkeley Forum Presents an Evening with Scott Ritter at 7:30 p.m.
How We Got Into Iraq and How to Get Out
Former UN Weapons Inspector Scott Ritter will be interviewed by KPFA's Larry Bensky with Daniel Ellsberg. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Suggested donation: $10 (no one will be turned away). UUCB is wheelchair accessible. Presented in collaboration with KPFA 94.1 FM and US Tour of Duty. Directions.

December 11, Sunday
Make It! Don't Buy It! Holiday Craft Making and Lunch at Noon
Celebrate the holiday season by enjoying a delicious lunch, decorating our holiday tree and taking part in one of the many craft tables. Come make candles, birdfeeders, pomanders, and so much more. The perfect way to get into the holiday spirit.

Facing the Holidays with Loss, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
This year many of us will be facing the holiday season with a big hole in our lives. The holidays will never be the same. Some have made it through a year or two and still feel the loss. We will discuss our fears and strategies for coping. We'll meet in the Safir Room. Contact Rev. Jame Ramsey at 510-236-7781.

December 13, Tuesday
Caroling with the Eclectic Songsters at 5:45 p.m.
Everybody is welcome to make the joyful noyse of Christmas with carols common and not so common. We will sing to church members in their own homes and in retirement homes. Meet at the church at 5:45 p.m. to pick up songbooks and carpool. Dress warmly and bring flashlights. After we finish singing, we usually go out to eat.

December 16, Friday
UUSC Musical Benefit for Himalayan Earthquake Survivors at 7:30 p.m.
The Unitarian Universalist Service Committee's (UUSC) event will feature North Indian classical music with Steve Oda (sarode); Michael Lewis, M.D., (tabla); and Pushba Oda (tanpura). Refreshments include foods of Pakistan and India. Make donations at the door. Proceeds go to the UUSC-UUA South Asia Earthquake Relief Fund and to UUCB member Frederick Shaw's non-profit, Developing Indigenous Resources. Wheelchair accessible. All welcome. Directions.

December 18, Sunday
Intergenerational Holiday Pageantalooza at 10:45 a.m.
Enjoy this year's pageant, “The Peace Council Celebration,” in which our children will combine drama, dance, music and visual arts to create a truly special holiday experience.

Caroling for Vale at 1:00 p.m.
Help celebrate the season by caroling through the hallways of Vale, a skilled nursing facility in San Pablo. All voices are welcome. Meet at the church at 1:00 p.m. to carpool. Contact Rev. Jane Ramsey (510) 236-7781.

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December 24, Saturday
Candlelight Christmas Eve Services at 5:00 p.m. and at 10:00 p.m.

December 25, Sunday
Christmas Day Service with Special RE classes at 10:45 a.m.
The Spirit of Christmas will be led by Revs. Sofia and Christopher Craethnenn.

December 31, Saturday
New Year's Eve Prayers for Peace Candlelight Service at 5:00 p.m.
Led by Rev. Barbara and Bill Hamilton-Holway and Deborah Schmidt, flautist.

New Year's Eve Party and Sleep Over from 6:00 p.m. overnight to Sunday Morning
Have a parents' night out on us. Or bring the whole family. Join us in remembering the past and welcoming the future. All are invited to this fundraising event for Religious Education at UUCB. There will be pizza, movies, games, snacks, crafts and breakfast on Sunday morning. Suggested donation: $20. Please bring a sleeping bag or blanket and personal necessities if you plan to spend the night.

If you wish, you may pick up family members before 12:45 a.m. on January 1. Children are welcome to sleep over without a parent. For more information and to make reservations, contact Catherine McDonald (510-965-1646 or email) or Angela Moffett (510-351-4575 or email).