Kids’ Night In

East Shore Unitarian Church 12700 SE 32nd Street, Bellevue, WA, United States

Grown-ups of children ages 1 year old through high school are invited to drop their youngsters off for an evening of creative fun while they enjoy some well-deserved time off. A pizza dinner will be provided. Sliding scale tickets help to make sure our dinner costs are covered. Programming for kids of all ages will include free-play, age-appropriate activities, and a movie night.

Murat’s Bridge and Beyond with RE and ESUC Outdoors

Off Site WA, United States

Saturdays are for adventure! All ages are welcome to this youth and family friendly excursion. Join us for a journey that includes Murat's Bridge, part of a longer loop trail. We'll take in the beautiful surroundings and enjoy a scenic hike. Get ready to discover the beauty of High Point's trails and connect with fellow Saturday hikers.

Grounds Clean Up & Holiday Party

East Shore Unitarian Church 12700 SE 32nd Street, Bellevue, WA, United States

Please join our Grounds Work and Holiday Party on Monday, December 11 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for gardening activities on the East Shore grounds. We will be cleaning up the Memorial Garden and area north of North Room, among other projects. We meet by the raised beds in between the Office and the Music buildings. Adults and youth (accompanied by an adult) are welcome to help out.

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The Power of Thought Experiments

Online Event

Have you ever wondered what it means to be immortal? Or how you would act in a life-or-death situation? Or what would happen if you could travel back in time? In The Power of Thought Experiments, award-winning philosopher Daniel Breyer of Illinois State University takes you around the world and across intellectual traditions to explore the power of thought experiments. And, critically, you won’t simply learn about influential thought experiments throughout history, you’ll work through them in your own thinking, question them, challenge them, and evaluate what power they have to expand our minds and inform our lives. Led by Alan Carter.

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On Repentance & Repair Book Discussion Group

Online Event

Your Eighth Principle and Right Relations Teams, with an endorsement from the Rev. Dr. María Cristina, is hosting a discussion of the UUA common read for 2023-24, On Repentance and Repair: Making Amends in an Unapologetic World, by Danya Ruttenberg.

Covenant of the Salmon People: Film and Discussion

East Shore Unitarian Church 12700 SE 32nd Street, Bellevue, WA, United States

Produced in collaboration with the Nez Perce (Nimiipuu) Tribe, Covenant of the Salmon People is a 60-minute film exploring how the Nimiipuu people’s relationship to salmon has shaped them. As the oldest documented civilization in North America, the Nimiipuu date back over 16,000 years to a creation story that is an agreement to protect salmon and speak on their behalf. The covenant with salmon is woven into Nimiipuu culture, history, and now their modern-day species restoration work. This covenant is being impacted by the widespread construction of dams across Nimiipuu traditional lands, prompting questions: Will the work of the Nimiipuu be enough? How can we help?

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Community Circles

Online Event

Drop into one of East Shore's Community Circle sessions, online every 3rd Saturday morning. In a facilitated space, we explore a variety of issues and themes. Community Circles are opportunities to share and listen through prompts, breakout rooms, and listening activities. Prior knowledge, experience, or registration are not needed. All are welcome.

Blue Christmas

East Shore Unitarian Church 12700 SE 32nd Street, Bellevue, WA, United States

For many of us, the Holiday season is filled with wonder, a spirit of generosity, and joyful anticipation of gathering with friends and family. And for many of us the Holidays can also be filled with sadness, stress, anxiety, and/or “the blues,” especially if you are grieving the recent loss of a loved one, or suffering being estranged from family, dealing with difficult health issues, or feeling disconnected and lonely. Perhaps the very pressure of having to make holiday preparations is making you feel overwhelmed. For people who are grieving and who are suffering, this forced joyfulness during the Holidays can be painful. Many of us just need a break, a contemplative space where we can slow down, connect with community, accept where we are, and honor our emotional needs. Whatever the reason for feeling blue or overwhelmed, we invite you to join us in creating a peaceful virtual spiritual oasis. Wear your favorite ugly Xmas sweater or your comfy PJ’s, as we offer ourselves the gift of self-compassion. We’ll create an informal and cozy atmosphere where we can share inspirational readings, joys & sorrows, and brief guided meditations. Everyone is welcome!

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The Power of Thought Experiments

Online Event

Have you ever wondered what it means to be immortal? Or how you would act in a life-or-death situation? Or what would happen if you could travel back in time? In The Power of Thought Experiments, award-winning philosopher Daniel Breyer of Illinois State University takes you around the world and across intellectual traditions to explore the power of thought experiments. And, critically, you won’t simply learn about influential thought experiments throughout history, you’ll work through them in your own thinking, question them, challenge them, and evaluate what power they have to expand our minds and inform our lives. Led by Alan Carter.

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On Repentance & Repair Book Discussion Group

Online Event

Your Eighth Principle and Right Relations Teams, with an endorsement from the Rev. Dr. María Cristina, is hosting a discussion of the UUA common read for 2023-24, On Repentance and Repair: Making Amends in an Unapologetic World, by Danya Ruttenberg.

Winter Solstice

East Shore Unitarian Church 12700 SE 32nd Street, Bellevue, WA, United States

Please join us for this wonderful gathering to celebrate the return of the sun on the longest night of the year. With worship, ritual, music, stories, and a circle dance, followed by a soup and bread potluck. Please join and bring soup, bread, cookies, or juice to share. An East Shore tradition that is not to be missed.

Christmas Eve Candlelight All Ages Service

East Shore Unitarian Church 12700 SE 32nd Street, Bellevue, WA, United States

Enjoy the unique and comforting peace of Christmas Eve in this service crafted for all ages. We will end the service with the traditional candle lighting, enjoying hot cocoa and a story walk about nativity scenes from around the world. Let this ritual be a blessing to us all, restoring our shared sense of community and miracles.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

East Shore Unitarian Church 12700 SE 32nd Street, Bellevue, WA, United States

Join us for a lovely candlelight service with carols and readings that convey the spirit of Christmas.

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The Power of Thought Experiments

Online Event

Have you ever wondered what it means to be immortal? Or how you would act in a life-or-death situation? Or what would happen if you could travel back in time? In The Power of Thought Experiments, award-winning philosopher Daniel Breyer of Illinois State University takes you around the world and across intellectual traditions to explore the power of thought experiments. And, critically, you won’t simply learn about influential thought experiments throughout history, you’ll work through them in your own thinking, question them, challenge them, and evaluate what power they have to expand our minds and inform our lives. Led by Alan Carter.

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Black Lives Matter Flash Stance: Woodinville

Woodinville - BLM Flash Stance 175th and Garden, Woodinville, WA, United States

Join fellow UU activists for our Black Lives Matter Flash Stance in person in Woodinville Stance on the corner of 175th and Garden in front of the Woodinville Jamba Juice. We gather in solidarity with Black, Brown, AAPI and Indigenous People of Color. Flash Stances start conversations, and then carry those conversations on. All are welcome-join us in this important work! Learn more about Flash Stances here on KBCS.