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Upcoming BFUU Special Events

BFUU Open Mic
Friday October 13, 2023 at 7 PM
Fellowship Hall 1924 Cedar Street (at Bonita Ave)
Musicians, Poets, Magicians, Comedians, Storytellers, etc.:
Sign-ups begin 6:30. Perform or just come to enjoy! Show time 7pm

Host:Phoebe Thomas Sorgen
Phoebe is an activist/organizer and former opera diva. She teaches/coaches vocal technique.

Featured Artist: George Palen
George Palen, a high school teacher, has been playing music, mostly on four stringed instruments, since he was five years old. In 2019 he took up the ukulele and started writing songs influenced by the folk and blues traditions.

Suggested donations of $10 – $20 will benefit the BFUU & help cover expenses.
No one is turned away for lack of funds! Volunteers appreciated!

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October 13, 2023 Open Mic Full-page flyer

October 13, 2023 Open Mic Half-page flyer

Sponsored by BFUU Social Justice Committee http://www.bfuu.org/social-justice
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Ongoing BFUU Meetings

Weekly Meetings

Small Group meetings with our Minister

Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles is forming a small group meeting titled, “Living Longer—the Blessings and Challenges of Aging,” and invites BFUU members and friends to join her. The group will meet for six sessions to be scheduled in the late afternoon on alternate Tuesdays. For information on the times and links, please email Rev. Carrie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and let her know of your interest.

Pastoral Care/Ministerial Office Hours
Our minister is available by email and phone (voicemail)
Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles’s office hours (including pastoral care and other church work) are Tuesdays from 1pm - 5pm in the BFUU Office. Appointments can be “drop-in,” but also can be requested by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by leaving a message at 510-841-4824 ext. 5.

BFUU Choir Practice
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Tuesdays at 7:00 - 8:00 PM and/or as scheduled
We learn melodies, and work on musicality and harmonies, and practice songs the choir sings together on Sundays. But folks can join in just for fun, fellowship and/or to sing more confidently and joyously. Choir practice is offered by BFUU for building community – invite your friends and neighbors!

BiMonthly, Monthly, and Quarterly Meetings

Wisdom Circle (was Elders Circle, but is for all ages!)
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1^st Tuesdays at 11 AM
Come one, come all who are young at heart! Join us on the first Tuesday of the month, from 11:00 am to 12:30, for very lively conversation. We may even solve some of the worlds problems... or not. We’ll have fun trying, and we share snacks! We would love to have you join us.

Orientation for Newcomers
1^st Sundays after service in Fellowship Hall
BFUU has an orientation for newcomers after the service on the first Sunday of each month. All are welcome, whether you are considering membership or not.

Second Sunday Potluck*
2^nd Sundays at 12:30 PM in Fellowship Hall
Come one, come all! Whether you have a dish to share* or not, we in the hospitality and membership committees invite you, on behalf of all our membership, to join us as we break bread in the spirit of loving community. Immediately after service please help us set up tables and chairs and join in the bounty provided by members and friends. And all able-bodied persons are welcome to help put away tables at the end. Members, friends, neighbors and the wider community are welcome to join us.
*If you bring a dish, please also bring a printed list of all ingredients so those with allergies, interactions and dietary restrictions can enjoy the dishes they can eat and avoid those they can’t.

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3^rdFridays Jam at 7 PM
BFUU holds a uke jam on 3^rd Fridays for those who want to experience more music in their lives. First-time players are welcome and if you need to borrow a ukelele, let us know because we might be able to loan you one. If you have questions or want to let us know you’re attending, please send your name and email address to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for details on next meeting. Otherwise, please just drop in and join us!

BFUU Board of Trustees Meeting
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4^th Thursdays January - October at 3:00 PM
3^rd Thursdays in November and December at 3:00 PM

BFUU Committee Meetings

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For more information, please see our Committees Page

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Accessibility Information for BFUU Buildings

The Fellowship Hall (1924 Cedar St) is accessible by a ramp on the Bonita Avenue side of the Hall, and has a T-Loop system to enhance audio for those with hearing aids. The Preschool Room is only reservable by BFUU groups and is accessible on the ground level of our Religious Education Building (1606 Bonita Ave). At this time, all other rooms at 1606 Bonita Ave (Connie Barbour, Fireside, and Benjy Rooms) are not wheelchair accessible.