In addition to regular worship and church school activities, here is a sampling of the kinds of activities that go on around Northbrae Community Church:

… Weekly

Mail sermons to shut-ins.

Tai Chi - There is a class in Tai chi-gikong in Haver Hall. The course is beneficial to all regardless of one's level of skill. The class is an hour-long, beginning at 7:00 p.m. every Tuesday. There is no cost to attend this class.

Yoga - A yoga class is held every Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the parlor. This is an easy yoga class designed to benefit seniors. The class is financed through the Berkeley Adult School; thus, there is no charge for this class.

… Monthly

Publish Penny Post, our church newsletter.                   

Wednesday Night Dinner - Wednesday night dinners have a long tradition at Northbrae. Here members and the community come together once a month for a reasonably priced dinner and participation in a lecture or comparative religion discussion.

Drop By Luncheon - On the third Tuesday of the month we have a drop by lunch as a way to get together and develop our church community by sharing ideas, thoughts, and concerns.

Like any church, we have our share of administrative meetings: church council, church life, operations committee, focus groups.

...Bimonthly

Book Club - The book discussion group meets on a Sunday night to discuss a current book or book of interest that the group selects. The discussions are informal and participation is exciting.                                                                    [TOP]

… Annually and Periodically                                                             

 Christmas Eve Services - Christmas Eve we have two services. An early 5:00 p.m. service for children and a 10:00 p.m. service for adults. The choir goes to great length in preparing music for the service.  The children's service accommodates all children who want to be part of the celebration.

Hanging of the Greens, cookie walk, potluck dinner, and carol singing - Each year, prior to Christmas, we sell cookies members have baked, which raises money that helps support our church school. At the same time we decorate Haver Hall (Hanging of the Greens) and get ready for Christmas. Members and friends bring dishes of food and we have a joyful meal together. Later we gather around the piano and sing Christmas carols.

Easter Sunday Activities - Easter Sunday is special at Northbrae. The church is decorated with Easter lilies, which are later delivered to our shut-ins at home or in nursing homes. It is a time, like Christmas, that we especially want to remember them.

Mother's Day Brunch - This event is prepared primarily by the men in the church to honor the mothers of the church and others. It provides our men an opportunity to work together and develop camaraderie that in turn strengthens the church.                     

Children's Sunday - Children are an important part of our church, particularly their education in the church school. This day gives them an opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned throughout the year.

Music Sunday - Our choir takes off during the summer but blasts off with an hour-long songfest that entertains the congregation.

Father's Day Breakfast - a pancake, egg, and fruit breakfast prepared by the women and children in the church for the men and fathers. The breakfast is followed by a church service in the sanctuary.

Annual Bazaar - Northbrae has been having an annual bazaar in October for so many years that it has become institutionalized in the community. It is one of the events that the church has to raise money to support our community outreach and social programs.

...Periodic Adult Education Programs:                                                             

Movie Discussions - We have the expertise within the church of individuals who are critics of the use of movies to convey ideas, theories, feelings and philosophies.  Sessions are held from time to time depending on member interest.

Spirituality Group - There are various methods that lead each of us to a more enriched fulfillment in our life and work. Discussion groups are used from time to time to augment the spiritual experience. The group sometimes meets off-site as well as after church on Sunday. 

Moveable Feasts - Getting together in order to become better acquainted with one another, we have dinner at various members’ homes. Each person brings something to share in addition to good friendly conversation.

Work Parties - Northbrae is fortunate to have so many members who possess the skills and desire to keep things running around the church.  Since many groups use the church, things tend to wear out or need repair. The work parties get many things done, but also are a way of building our own church community.