Upcoming events at UUCSB & beyond
Share the Plate! February 2026
Each month, UUCSB chooses an organization to split weekly donations made by congregants during the course of Sunday services. As many of you attend virtually, we are providing an online venue for these donations.
This month, we ask for donations to be split between UUCSB's general fund and IFKA Community Services. From their website, https://ifkacommunity.org/
Our founder recognized the necessity for increased representation of immigrant women. This realization gave birth to our organization: IFKA Community Services, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Lewiston, Maine. IFKA means Mother Earth in Somali. Since its inception, IFKA has been guided and fueled by the leadership of immigrant mothers. We came together to share our experiences, learn, understand, and make a difference in our community.
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Game Night & Parent's Night Off
Join us for an evening of fun, food and fellowship! Everyone’s invited. 5:30 on Valentines Day, Feb 14th. And if a romantic dinner is in your plans, feel free to drop the kids off with us! Fun activities are planned for the young ones.
School Street Coffeehouse Open Mic Night
Join us for a School Street Coffeehouse Open Mic.
This will be a relaxed evening of music, poetry, and performance — a welcoming space for artists of all levels to share their talents.
Saco/Biddeford Kit Making for the Unhoused
There is a a huge need for the kits we are making and it is Rev. Lori’s hope that we can continue this by making kits 2x per month, pivoting for the changing seasons and needs. We continue to collect:
Socks
Coats
Blankets
Gloves
Hats
Hand Warmers
Soft Snacks
Chapsticks
Gift Cards
Please bring those in on Sundays and during office hours and of course for the nights we are making kits.
School Street Coffeehouse Open Mic Night
Join us for a School Street Coffeehouse Open Mic.
This will be a relaxed evening of music, poetry, and performance — a welcoming space for artists of all levels to share their talents.
School Street Coffeehouse with the Yoga Ti Band
Musician Ben Parker, “The Yoga Ti Band was a concept that came from a dream I had perhaps 15 years ago in Peekskill, NY. In it, I was traveling with a wandering group of minstrels.We all sang and played instruments. Everything was improvised. We walked to our gigs and set up our tents on the stage the night before the gig. In the morning we would wake up and start with a lengthy, very relaxing yoga session. Then we would solemnly drink a carefully administered cup of magic herbal tea, and the concert would begin.”
School Street Coffeehouse: Dan Blakeslee
Join us in welcoming singer songwriter Dan Blakeslee to the the Coffeehouse!
Friends of Religious Education
We welcome all who wish to support our Religious Exploration: volunteers and participants.
New Member Reception
Join us after our Sunday Service in getting to know the newest members of our UUCSB congregation!
Souper Sunday: Celebrating Our Volunteers!
Join us in this winter church tradition to enjoy homemade soups and desserts in fellowship. Complete this form if you can provide food or muscle.
Friends of Religious Education
We welcome all who wish to support our Religious Exploration: volunteers and participants.
Saco/Biddeford Kit Making for the Unhoused (Copy)
There is a a huge need for the kits we are making and it is Rev. Lori’s hope that we can continue this by making kits 2x per month, pivoting for the changing seasons and needs. I have been told that what we have made is perfect. So continued collection of:
Socks
Coats
Blankets
Gloves
Hats
Hand Warmers
Soft Snacks
Chapsticks
Gift Cards
Please bring those in on Sundays and during office hours and of course for the nights we are making kits. This month we are going to make kits on the 11th and 25th at 5:00 in the Green Room.
Saco/Biddeford Kit Making for the Unhoused
There is a a huge need for the kits we are making and it is Rev. Lori’s hope that we can continue this by making kits 2x per month, pivoting for the changing seasons and needs. I have been told that what we have made is perfect. So continued collection of:
Socks
Coats
Blankets
Gloves
Hats
Hand Warmers
Soft Snacks
Chapsticks
Gift Cards
Please bring those in on Sundays and during office hours and of course for the nights we are making kits. This month we are going to make kits on the 11th and 25th at 5:00 in the Green Room.
Membership Info Coffee Hour
Interested in becoming a member at UUCSB? Join Rev. Lori and members of the Membership Committee after church on January 25 in the Parlor for a cup of coffee and conversation about what it means to “officially” become a member of our community. We would love to meet and get to know you, share about our church and answer any questions.
We can’t wait to have a cup of coffee or tea with you!
You can also find information about becoming a member on our website at :https://www.uuchurchsacobiddeford.org/membership.
Please RSVP to Edite at edite.kroll@gmail.com.
Saco/Biddeford Kit Making for the Unhoused
There is a a huge need for the kits we are making and it is Rev. Lori’s hope that we can continue this by making kits 2x per month, pivoting for the changing seasons and needs. I have been told that what we have made is perfect. So continued collection of:
Socks
Coats
Blankets
Gloves
Hats
Hand Warmers
Soft Snacks
Chapsticks
Gift Cards
Please bring those in on Sundays and during office hours and of course for the nights we are making kits. This month we are going to make kits on the 11th and 25th at 5:00 in the Green Room.
Brown Bag Lunch
The Membership and Welcoming Committee is excited to host our popular First Friday Brown Bag Lunch! Join us for an informal and welcoming gathering with church members and friends. Bring your own brown bag lunch and enjoy good company and conversation from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. in the Church Parish Hall. We look forward to seeing you there!
School Street Coffee House Holiday Sing-Along
Open Mic • Christmas Sing-Along
Wear your best or worst holiday attire!
MoFA: Ministry of Faith in Action Meeting
Join us to decide how to put our faith into action!
Futures Committee
All are Welcome! Read More About the Futures Committee Here! In this meeting we will continue Asset Mapping.
Set Up for Holly-Day Fair
Seeking:
• muscles for setting up tables, moving things from the basement.
• artistic eyes for arranging merchandise and signage.
• brains for thinking through last minute details.
School Street Coffee House: Singer Songwriter in the Round with Doug Komar, Thomas Charles Clukey, and Jason Roman
Save the Date! More information coming soon!
From Aging to Saging
This group is facilitated by Rev. Lori who will bring in guest leaders to rally around a monthly theme.
It is a session of soul collage centered on images of sages. This session is open to all. After this session, the group will close to create more intimate and trusting circlevexperience for those who are participating. For more information or to rsvp, please contact rev. Lori.
We will meet in the parlor or parish hall depending on size of the group.
Futures Committee
All are welcome! Read More About the Futures Committee Here! In this meeting we will focus on Asset Mapping.
Membership Q & A
New Member Sunday is November 30
More importantly, get to know us and ask questions Sunday, November 9, at 9:00am in the parlor. If you are interested in or curious about joining or “signing the book” as we call it, please plan to join us on the 9th. If you have any questions or would like to chat with rev Lori, please reach out. Joining means, signing the book, committing to be in relationship and walking your spiritual path alongside us. It means participating in the ways you are able. It means to be a part of beloved community and helping to create sanctuary right now in a profound and important way right now!!
Brown Bag Lunch
The Membership and Welcoming Committee is excited to host our popular First Friday Brown Bag Lunch! Join us for an informal and welcoming gathering with church members and friends. Bring your own brown bag lunch and enjoy good company and conversation from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. in the Church Parish Hall. We look forward to seeing you there!