01/09/2025 by Shannon Day

Intro to Restorative Justice 1 Day Workshop

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:This event will be facilitated by Pam Orbach, and is a partnership between Westside UU and A Center for Restorative Solutions  Saturday, January 25th 9:00-5:00 in Westside’s Social Hall (7141 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136). Cost: $240 value sliding scale available Click here to register and explore rates: https://centerforrestorativesolutionsseattle.com/rj-intro-in-person-winter-2025 A transformative methodology for community building and conflict resolution using a restorative approach. Restorative Practices support people to step into important and difficult conversations in ways that increase connection and understanding. It provides true community-based solutions, accountability, and transformative change while deepening trust. This hands-on experiential

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12/30/2024 by Shannon Day

Rally for Justice on MLK Sunday

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:Join WSUU’s Racial Justice Change Team, Rev. Carter, and friends on Sunday, January 19th at 10:30 am in the social hall for a rousing rally in advance of Monday’s MLK March. We’ll be singing songs of justice and liberation, getting inspired by the words of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, making signs for those who will be marching on Monday, and making good trouble. Youth activities are planned. So whether you are planning to attend Monday’s March or not, come to Sunday’s rally for hope and inspiration!

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12/30/2024 by Shannon Day

New Year’s Eve Gathering

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:Tuesday, December 31st, 4:00 – 5:00 pm New Year’s Eve Gathering Westside Social Hall and Parking Lot (enter through north parking lot – sanctuary doors will not be unlocked) Join members of the Worship Team for an informal ritual and marking of the year ending, the year to come, on New Year’s Eve in the social hall and, weather permitting, in the parking lot. We will share readings, chant, reflect, ponder the coming year and release our regrets. (Burning of regrets is optional and will be done in a gas fire pit, no wood smoke,

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12/30/2024 by Shannon Day

“What We Mean by Collective Liberation” -Rev. Carter Smith with Liz Bucklew

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:As Unitarian Universalists, our respect for the interdependent web of life and understanding of our role in it reminds us that none of us is truly free until we all are. Come to this service to be inspired by our justice-loving religious heritage, as we ground our activism in theology and spiritual practices. Let us explore the shared responsibility for collective liberation that our faith calls us to embrace. The worship theme for January is Spirit. Click here to view worship online.

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12/30/2024 by Shannon Day

Meaningful Movies West Seattle – “A Choice of Weapons” Screening

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:Announcing our Next Meaningful Movies West Seattle Event Saturday, January 11th: 6:30 pm doors open, 7:00 film, 8:30 discussion Westside Sanctuary “A Choice of Weapons” Inspired by Gordon Parks explores the enduring legacy of photographer, writer, composer, activist, and filmmaker Gordon Parks, and spotlights his visionary work and its impact on artists working today.  More information here.

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12/30/2024 by Shannon Day

“‘Yes to Life” – Rev. Carter Smith with Lisa Reitzes

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:In our hymn, “Just as Long as I Have Breath” we commit to keep showing up for truth, love, and life. As we move into another year with all the uncertainty it brings, how can we make these commitments real? In this service, we will be welcoming a wonderful cohort of new members into our congregation. This Sunday we will also be welcoming our newest members! The worship theme for January is Spirit. Join this worship service online here.

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12/30/2024 by Shannon Day

Spark Sunday – January 5th 10:30am

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:1st Sundays are Spark Sundays! Our next event is January 5th in the Social Hall (front entrance on California & Othello remains locked, please enter through north parking lot door). Doors: 10:00 a.m. for coffee and conversation Activities: 10:30 Potluck Lunch: 12:00 no theme – bring whatever gives you joy! Spark activities will be facilitated by Storey Squires and Shannon Day and will include reflections on the year behind and the brand new year we are starting! Do you ever sit in the pews during worship services and wish that you knew others in this

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12/04/2024 by Shannon Day

“Holy Night: A Christmas Service” Rev. Carter Smith with Liz Bucklew

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:At our annual multigenerational Christmas Eve service, let us appreciate the invitation to pause and lean into merriment. We will tell the Christmas story and be reminded of the hope and resilience of a family searching for a place to bring new life into the world. May lift our voices together in song, and make lights in the dark.

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12/04/2024 by Shannon Day

“Why Music Matters” Scott Farrell with Rick Taylor

Event Start Date:06/11/2026Event End Date:06/11/2026Event Venue:Music by the Westside Chorale and other special guests We are hardwired to be drawn to music. Whether as an accompaniment to daily activities, an element of celebrations, or a way to move through varying emotional states of being, music is vital to the everyday life of people around the world. Led by Music Director Scott Farrell and the Westside Chorale members of Westside of all ages will share their vocal and instrumental gifts, we’ll sing a bunch of songs together, and we’ll spend some time exploring just why it is that music matters to

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