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Where people of diverse spiritual perspectives gather to learn and grow together.  Where all ages, abilities, ethnicities, genders,  and sexual orientations are welcome.  Where kids have the freedom to discover who they are and who they wish to become.  Where passionate hearts stand on the side of love, justice, and peace. Where all spirits are invited to rise and expand in harmony with the earth.

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01 Sep

Justice Partner - United Effort

09/01/2026 - 09/30/2026
All Day
An Autumn Equinox Meal Together

An Autumn Equinox Meal Together

09/22/2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Nature’s Forces-Humboldt

Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Nature’s Forces-Humboldt

09/23/2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
24 Sep

Choir Practice

09/24/2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
Saturday Meditation

Saturday Meditation

09/26/2026
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Flourish Together - An Evening with Canopy and Amy Stewart

Flourish Together - An Evening with Canopy and Amy Stewart

09/26/2026
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
First Congregational Church of Palo Alto
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Spring and Fall-Hopkins

Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Spring and Fall-Hopkins

09/26/2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
26 Sep

Parents Night Out!

09/26/2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Room 4/5
Forum

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09/27/2026
8:45 am - 10:15 am
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
10/28/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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Choir Practice
29 Oct
10/29/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
10/31/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
10/31/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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Justice Partner -  Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity
01 Nov
11/01/2026 - 11/30/2026    
All Day
The Justice Partner for November is Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity The Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity is a statewide California organization that connects clergy [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/01/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday of each month.  On all other Sundays, it meets in [...]
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Sunday Service
01 Nov
11/01/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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First Monday Film Discussion Group
02 Nov
11/02/2026    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The film for November 2nd is Family Therapy. We gather via video conference on the first Monday of the month for an hour-long discussion of [...]
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Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
11/03/2026    
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Library
The Brown Bag Books group meets year-round, except in July and August. Many attendees bring their lunches, and everyone brings a sense of humor. Monthly [...]
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
11/04/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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By Your Side Singers - Practice
04 Nov
11/04/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
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Choir Practice
05 Nov
11/05/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
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Campus Workday
Campus Workday
11/07/2026    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
UUCPA
Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
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Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/07/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
11/07/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/08/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday of each month.  On all other Sundays, it meets in [...]
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Sunday Service
08 Nov
11/08/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
08 Nov
11/08/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
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Staff Relations Committee Meeting
10 Nov
11/10/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Virtual meeting of Staff Relations Committee.   Please email staff-relations@uucpa.org if you have a need to contact us.  
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
11/11/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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Choir Practice
12 Nov
11/12/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
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Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/14/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
11/14/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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UUCPA Annual Auction
UUCPA Annual Auction
11/14/2026    
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
Each year in November, the church auctions goods and services at a wonderful party with live music, dancing, food (heavy hors d’oeuvres, balloon lady, live [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/15/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday of each month.  On all other Sundays, it meets in [...]
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Sunday Service
15 Nov
11/15/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
More Info
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
15 Nov
11/15/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
11/18/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
11/18/2026    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Sci-Fi and Fantasy Discussion Group was meeting via Zoom before it was cool! Lovers of science fiction and fantasy, at UUCPA and beyond, have [...]
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By Your Side Singers - Practice
18 Nov
11/18/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
19 Nov
11/19/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/21/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
11/21/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
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All Ages Game Night
21 Nov
11/21/2026    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fireside Room
Bring your favorite board game and snacks and learn a new one with your family and friends. Everyone welcome! Game Nights happen every third Saturday [...]
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Forum
Forum
11/22/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday of each month.  On all other Sundays, it meets in [...]
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Sunday Service
22 Nov
11/22/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
More Info
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
22 Nov
11/22/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
11/25/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
26 Nov
11/26/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
11/28/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
11/28/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
More Info
Parents Night Out!
28 Nov
11/28/2026    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Room 4/5
Parents’ Night Out every fourth Saturday August 2026 until May 2027 except for November and December, Room 4-5 5-8 pm  
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Forum
Forum
11/29/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday of each month.  On all other Sundays, it meets in [...]
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Sunday Service
29 Nov
11/29/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
More Info
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
29 Nov
11/29/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
More Info
Justice Partner - Colectivo Acción Latina de Ambiente (ALA)
01 Dec
12/01/2026 - 12/31/2026    
All Day
The Justice Partner for December is Colectivo Acción Latina de Ambiente (ALA). Colectivo Accion Latina de Ambiente (ALA) was founded on August 1st, 2011, in [...]
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Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
12/01/2026    
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Library
The Brown Bag Books group meets year-round, except in July and August. Many attendees bring their lunches, and everyone brings a sense of humor. Monthly [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
12/02/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
More Info
By Your Side Singers - Practice
02 Dec
12/02/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
More Info
Choir Practice
03 Dec
12/03/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
More Info
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
12/05/2026    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
UUCPA
Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
More Info
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
12/05/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
More Info
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
12/05/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5. [...]
More Info
Forum
Forum
12/06/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday of each month.  On all other Sundays, it meets in [...]
More Info
Sunday Service
06 Dec
12/06/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
More Info
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
06 Dec
12/06/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
More Info
Events on 10/28/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
28 Oct 26
Events on 10/29/2026
29 Oct
Choir Practice
29 Oct 26
Palo Alto
Events on 10/31/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
31 Oct 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
31 Oct 26
Events on 11/01/2026
01 Nov
Justice Partner -  Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity
1 Nov 26
Forum
Forum
1 Nov 26
Palo Alto
01 Nov
Sunday Service
1 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/02/2026
02 Nov
First Monday Film Discussion Group
2 Nov 26
Events on 11/03/2026
Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
3 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/04/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
4 Nov 26
04 Nov
By Your Side Singers - Practice
4 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/05/2026
05 Nov
Choir Practice
5 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/07/2026
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
7 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
7 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
7 Nov 26
Events on 11/08/2026
Forum
Forum
8 Nov 26
Palo Alto
08 Nov
Sunday Service
8 Nov 26
Palo Alto
08 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
8 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/10/2026
10 Nov
Staff Relations Committee Meeting
10 Nov 26
Events on 11/11/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
11 Nov 26
Events on 11/12/2026
12 Nov
Choir Practice
12 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/14/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
14 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
14 Nov 26
UUCPA Annual Auction
UUCPA Annual Auction
14 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/15/2026
Forum
Forum
15 Nov 26
Palo Alto
15 Nov
Sunday Service
15 Nov 26
Palo Alto
15 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
15 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/18/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
18 Nov 26
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
18 Nov 26
18 Nov
By Your Side Singers - Practice
18 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/19/2026
19 Nov
Choir Practice
19 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/21/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
21 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
21 Nov 26
21 Nov
All Ages Game Night
21 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/22/2026
Forum
Forum
22 Nov 26
Palo Alto
22 Nov
Sunday Service
22 Nov 26
Palo Alto
22 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
22 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/25/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
25 Nov 26
Events on 11/26/2026
26 Nov
Choir Practice
26 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/28/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
28 Nov 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
28 Nov 26
28 Nov
Parents Night Out!
28 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 11/29/2026
Forum
Forum
29 Nov 26
Palo Alto
29 Nov
Sunday Service
29 Nov 26
Palo Alto
29 Nov
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
29 Nov 26
Palo Alto
Events on 12/01/2026
01 Dec
Justice Partner - Colectivo Acción Latina de Ambiente (ALA)
1 Dec 26
Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
1 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Events on 12/02/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
2 Dec 26
02 Dec
By Your Side Singers - Practice
2 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Events on 12/03/2026
03 Dec
Choir Practice
3 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Events on 12/05/2026
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
5 Dec 26
Palo Alto
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
5 Dec 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
Resonant Reading (Saturday)
5 Dec 26
Events on 12/06/2026
Forum
Forum
6 Dec 26
Palo Alto
06 Dec
Sunday Service
6 Dec 26
Palo Alto
06 Dec
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
6 Dec 26
Palo Alto

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Spiritual Adventures In Parenting meets this Sunday, September 20 at 11:45 am
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The 2027 UUCPA Minister Search Committee needs your help - Survey due Sept 21!
One Week Left to Take the Survey! UUCPA Members and Friends - Please help us understand our congregation better by completing our Congregational Read more
An Autumn Equinox Meal Together - Tuesday, Sept 22 at 6 pm
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the day and night are equally short. The Autumn Equinox marks the beginning of autumn. Read more
Starting Point starts September 27
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ALJ Class – A Research-Based Exploration of After-Death Communication, Sept 27
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