Unity Palo Alto

Caribbean Food & Music Fest
2025-09-20 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | At the UPA YES Hall, 3391 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, 94306, United States
Hosted by Paula Edwards & Karen Friedman
Cost: $25
Join us for a Caribbean “feast and festival” including Paula’s delicious hibiscus tea. Feel free to wear colorful clothing and a straw hat!
Tickets on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caribbean-food-music-fest-tickets-1588582826999?aff=oddtdtcreator

Moving Prayer
2025-09-21 12:00 - 14:00 | At the UPA Learning Center, Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
With Rev. Linda Martella-Whitsett
$25 Suggested Love Offering
RSVP Below and in the Courtyard on Sunday
Reimagine Unity’s Affirmative Prayer not as a formula or set of steps but as a flow or a spiraling out or an expansion of consciousness. Rev. Linda, author of prayer texts and former leader of Unity’s global prayer ministry, Silent Unity, shows you how to move and to be moved every time you pray. Based upon Discover Your Divinity: A Modern Guide to Affirmative Prayer, by Linda Martella-Whitsett and DeeAnn Morency, Available in the Bookstore.

Discover Your Power, Claim Your Wholeness, and Heal Your Life
2025-09-28 12:00 - 14:00
With Rev. Linda Martella-Whitsett
$25 Suggested Love Offering
RSVP Below and in the Courtyard on Sunday
That nagging feeling of something wanting to come out into the light of day to be noticed, honored, and healed? We will encourage you and convince you that you are never powerless; you are powerful. You can distinguish between “I feel” and “I am.” You can heal at the level of thought. You can pivot between intellectual and intuitive wisdom. You can discover your power, claim your wholeness, and heal your life. Let’s begin.
Based upon This Life is Yours: Discover Your Power, Claim Your Wholeness and Heal Your Life, Linda Martella-Whitsett and Alicia Whitsett, Hampton Roads Publishing Co., 2021.
And
Divine Audacity: Dare to be the Light of the World, Hampton Roads Publishing Co., 2014

Let Them Small Group Signups
2025-10-05 08:00 - 17:00

Unity Palo Alto Pet Blessing
2025-10-11 11:00 - 12:00 | At the UPA Courtyard, Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
With Casey Wicker, Licensed Unity Teacher
in the Unity Palo Alto Courtyard
Join us for Unity Palo Alto’s Annual Pet Blessing. Bring your furry, feathered, or scaly friends to celebrate the joy they bring to our lives. Our pets enrich our lives. This is a chance to honor the special bond we share with them. Each pet will receive a unique blessing during the ceremony led by Casey Wicker, LUT. There will also be a memorial table for you to display a photo of a pet that has passed away. Let’s gather to show our love and appreciation for our pets. Animal lovers and pets of all faiths are welcome.

Community Member Orientation
2025-10-12 11:30 - 12:30 | At the UPA Learning Center & on Zoom, Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
The path of membership begins with becoming a Community Member.
Unity Palo Alto is part of a global spiritual movement that brings together people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are welcoming and inclusive and teach positive, practical spiritual principles that can be applied daily. We are here to inspire people to spiritually transform their lives and make a positive difference in the world.
This phase of membership focuses on your spiritual growth through the Sunday Service, meditation and affirmative prayer, classes, and workshops. It is about creating a sense of belonging through community activity and sharing our time and talents. Community Members are encouraged to continue their spiritual growth journey and become actively involved in our loving and vibrant spiritual community.I say YES to my spiritual growth by participating in spiritual services, classes, and workshops.

I say YES to my spiritual growth by participating in spiritual services, classes, and workshops.
I say YES, Unity Palo Alto is important to me and I am willing to share my gifts & talents in some meaningful service in our spiritual center or beyond.
I say YES, I am willing to do my part to support our Spiritual Community

After one year, a Community member can apply to be a Voting Member. Voting Members are in partnership with our ministry and are invited into the governance of our Spiritual Center. Voting Members renew their commitment each year through the membership renewal process.
Are you ready to take the next step? Come to the Community Member Orientation with Rev. John Riley. In this round-table style discussion, you will learn more about Unity, Unity Palo Alto, and how to deepen your connection with our spiritual community.
Zoom Meeting: 856 0213 9430
Passcode: [REDACTED]
or click the link to join:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85602139430?pwd=[REDACTED]

The Trust, Gratitude and Love Project
2025-11-08 19:00 - 21:00 | At Unity Palo Alto, 3391 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
With Margo LeDuc & Ward Ashman
Suggested Love Offering: $25
Register at Eventbrite
Join us for The Trust, Gratitude, and Love Project on Saturday, November 8 at Unity Palo Alto, a heart-opening evening of music, inspiration, and community. Experience the soulful voice of Margo LeDuc and Dr. Ward Ashman sharing their wisdom on living with trust, gratitude, and love, and join in heartfelt small-group conversations that bring it all to life. This is more than a concert or a talk, it’s a shared celebration of spirit, music, and community. You’ll leave uplifted, connected, and inspired to carry love forward.

BINGO!
2025-11-16 11:30 - 13:00 | At the UPA YES Hall, 3391 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, 94306, United States
Sponsored by the UPA Bookstore
1 Free BINGO Card included

Let Them: Holiday Edition
2025-11-18 19:00 - 20:30 | On Zoom
With Rev. John Riley
On Zoom, Workbook included
The holidays are here! This workshop will prepare you for all of the “Let Them” opportunities that come this time of year. “Let Me” be the balance, peace, and joy this year!
Register on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/o6P9-bowQWWzHjInKKjqPw

Holiday Concert & Toy Drive
2025-12-01 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for a lively, one hour holiday concert that kicks off the season with music, connection, and a good cause. Everyone is welcome!
Monday, December 1 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM at Unity Palo Alto 3391 Middlefield Rd –
Admission: bring one new, unwrapped and unopened toy
A Monday Night of Joy and Giving Back
This is a fun, feel good evening. Expect upbeat holiday music, community energy, and a chance to give back in a simple and meaningful way.
You will enjoy:

A Holidays Around the World concert
Live holiday music from Margo LeDuc, the Unity Palo Alto band, and local guest artists
A big holiday sing along
Songs in Ukrainian, Chinese, Spanish, and Hindi
Perfect for kids and adults

All are welcome – Bring friends, family and your singing voice.
Your Toy Is Your Ticket – Support Cooline Kids
Please bring one new, unwrapped toy in its original packaging. All toys support Cooline Kids, a young adult-led nonprofit that serves children in East Palo Alto. You will make a child’s holiday brighter just by showing up.
Labubu Tree Raffle
Enter a raffle for an adorable Labubu Tree – stocked with multiple Labubus and accessories including car seats, a scooter and a buggy! Raffle tickets are $10.

Fill Your Heart with Joy As You Head into the Season – You’ll leave feeling lighter, more connected, and glad you did something that brings joy to local kids.
Help us underwrite the Concert!
Help by underwriting the Holiday Toy Concert – we are hoping to raise $3000 – click on the blue Give button and select “Underwrite the Toy Drive Concert” in step 2. Thank you for your support!

Christmas Eve Candle Lighting Service
2025-12-24 20:00 | At Unity Palo Alto & Live Stream
Celebrate the Christ Light in you!
with Rev. John Riley, Casey Wicker, Licensed Unity Teacher, and music by Margo LeDuc and Russell Norman.

Carols, Cocoa, and Connection
2025-12-25 10:00 - 11:00 | At the UPA Learning Center, Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
A Christmas gathering
with Rev. John Riley in the Learning Center
Join us for a casual connection as we sing carols and enjoy cocoa and each other’s company.

LBS - 110 | Life Between 60 & 110
2026-02-08 12:00 - 16:00 | At the UPA YES Hall, 3391 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, 94306, United States
🌻 A workshop for women between 60 and 110 — or those who plan to be someday 🌻
Date: February 8, 2026
Time: 12pm-4:00pm
Location: Unity Palo Alto YES Hall
Patricia Gill-Thielen and PJ Foy have developed this rich, empowering workshop that will guide you to live as a woman of stature, carry yourself with grace, and cultivate your own presence.
During the immersive program, you will design the experience that you want to have
during in this phase of life. Through creative imagination, self-reflection, and bold
experience, your will purposefully create who you want to be until 110.
What to bring: We ask that you come with a fully charged smartphone, some fun accessories, and an open mind. If you don’t have a smart phone, we’ll take care of you!
More details to come once you register.
Register now – the workshop is designed for 6-12 women.

Women's Group Valentine's Party & Accessory Swap
2026-02-15 11:30 - 13:30 | At the UPA YES Hall & on Zoom

Unity Palo Alto Annual Meeting 2026
2026-02-22 11:30 - 13:00 | At Unity Palo Alto, 3391 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
Everyone is welcome to attend this In-Person meeting to celebrate our spiritual Community!
Voting Members are invited to vote for new Board of Trustees members, ratify the budget, and vote on any other business.
This year, we are on ZOOM, too!
Click: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84544376367?pwd=[REDACTED]
Or
Meeting ID: 845 4437 6367
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Community Member Orientation
2026-03-08 11:30 - 12:30 | At the UPA Fireside Room & on Zoom
The path of membership begins with becoming a Community Member.
Unity Palo Alto is part of a global spiritual movement that brings together people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are welcoming and inclusive and teach positive, practical spiritual principles that can be applied daily. We are here to inspire people to spiritually transform their lives and make a positive difference in the world.
This phase of membership focuses on your spiritual growth through the Sunday Service, meditation and affirmative prayer, classes, and workshops. It is about creating a sense of belonging through community activity and sharing our time and talents. Community Members are encouraged to continue their spiritual growth journey and become actively involved in our loving and vibrant spiritual community.I say YES to my spiritual growth by participating in spiritual services, classes, and workshops.

I say YES to my spiritual growth by participating in spiritual services, classes, and workshops.
I say YES, Unity Palo Alto is important to me and I am willing to share my gifts & talents in some meaningful service in our spiritual center or beyond.
I say YES, I am willing to do my part to support our Spiritual Community

After one year, a Community member can apply to be a Voting Member. Voting Members are in partnership with our ministry and are invited into the governance of our Spiritual Center. Voting Members renew their commitment each year through the membership renewal process.
Are you ready to take the next step? Come to the Community Member Orientation with Rev. John Riley. In this round-table style discussion, you will learn more about Unity, Unity Palo Alto, and how to deepen your connection with our spiritual community.
RSVP
RSVP to join us in person in the Learning Center:
https://forms.gle/gYUbBFGe8t1heUbf9
OR
RSVP to join us on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WrkjYz4ZR9qNx4-xm5IdyA

Unity Women's Group Sing Along
2026-03-15 11:30 - 13:30 | At the UPA YES Hall & on Zoom
Sing-Along: The Sound of Music 🎶
Christine Roche will introduce us to life in Austria, then we’ll watch everyone’s favorite musical set in Austria and sing-along – Lyrics provided · Singing optional!
Love Offering

Blindfold to Freedom Vocal Workshop
2026-03-21 13:00 - 15:00
learn more and register here

Holy Week Zoom Meditation - 1
2026-04-01 19:30 - 20:00 | On Zoom

Holy Week Zoom Meditation - 2
2026-04-02 19:30 - 20:00 | On Zoom

Holy Week Zoom Meditation - 3
2026-04-03 19:30 - 20:00 | On Zoom

Blessing Easter Flowers & Brunch
2026-04-04 10:30 - 13:00 | At the UPA YES Hall, 3391 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, 94306, United States
Join Rev. John Riley as we cut, assemble, and bless the flowers for our Easter Sunday flower-cross experience. Please bring your favorite pair of pruners to the YES Hall. When we are finished, we will be treated to a delicious brunch. Everyone is welcome! Please RSVP by 4/1
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Easter Sunday Service
2026-04-05 10:00 - 11:00 | At Unity Palo Alto & Live Stream
Join us for a unique Easter Service that celebrates the re-awakening of our best selves and our ability to see all of the possibilities before us! Our community celebrates our individual renewal and the energy of our community one flower at a time as we build a beautiful flower cross.
Childcare and kids program available!
Celebrate with us in person or at www.UnityPaloAlto.org/live.

Easter Brunch
2026-04-05 11:00 - 12:00 | At Unity Palo Alto, 3391 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
Celebrate Easter with your spiritual community! After the service, you are welcome to brunch in the Courtyard and YES Hall, courtesy of the UPA Easter Bunnies.

Karen Drucker - Women's Playshop!
2026-04-19 11:30

Sacred Silence Meditation
2026-04-23 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-04-30 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-05-07 19:15 - 20:00 | At the UPA Fireside Room & on Zoom
Sacred Silence Meditation is a drop-in gathering that offers a gentle, intentional pause at the end of your week.
Join Dr. Holly Hopkins Shah on Thursdays to go into the silence. The 30-minute meditation begins at 7:30 pm (following 15 minutes of connection time at 7:15) and will include 20 minutes of silence. Open to anyone who wants to set down the noise of the week and rest in stillness for a while. Perfect for anyone who feels the pull toward the quiet or is curious about silent meditation vs. guided.
What to expect
– The evening begins with a few minutes of connection to help you release the busyness you carried in.
– From there, a brief reading rooted in universal spiritual principles settles the room before the group enters into shared silence together.
– This is not a guided meditation with prompts or instructions. The silence is open and spacious, giving you room to simply be present and allow your own awareness to deepen.
– The gathering closes with an affirmative prayer that brings a sense of grounded peace to carry with you into the rest of your evening.
If you have been feeling scattered, overstimulated, or disconnected from yourself, this is a space designed with you in mind!
Weekly on Thursdays
Time: 7:15 PM to 8:00 PM – connection time @7:15pm, meditation begins promptly at 7:30pm
With: Dr. Holly Hopkins Shah
Location: Unity Palo Alto (in person and online via Zoom)
Address: 3391 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Phone: 650.849.1100
Email: connecting@unitypaloalto.org
Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85399362903?pwd=[REDACTED]
This event is open to everyone. No registration required. A suggested donation of $5-10 is warmly appreciated. Simply show up, in person or online, and bring yourself exactly as you are.

Blindfold to Freedom
2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:30 | At the UPA Fireside Room, Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States

Community Member Orientation
2026-05-03 11:30 - 12:30 | At the UPA Learning Center & on Zoom, Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, United States
The path of membership begins with becoming a Community Member.
Unity Palo Alto is part of a global spiritual movement that brings together people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are welcoming and inclusive and teach positive, practical spiritual principles that can be applied daily. We are here to inspire people to spiritually transform their lives and make a positive difference in the world.
This phase of membership focuses on your spiritual growth through the Sunday Service, meditation and affirmative prayer, classes, and workshops. It is about creating a sense of belonging through community activity and sharing our time and talents. Community Members are encouraged to continue their spiritual growth journey and become actively involved in our loving and vibrant spiritual community.I say YES to my spiritual growth by participating in spiritual services, classes, and workshops.

I say YES to my spiritual growth by participating in spiritual services, classes, and workshops.
I say YES, Unity Palo Alto is important to me and I am willing to share my gifts & talents in some meaningful service in our spiritual center or beyond.
I say YES, I am willing to do my part to support our Spiritual Community

After one year, a Community member can apply to be a Voting Member. Voting Members are in partnership with our ministry and are invited into the governance of our Spiritual Center. Voting Members renew their commitment each year through the membership renewal process.
Are you ready to take the next step? Come to the Community Member Orientation with Rev. John Riley. In this round-table style discussion, you will learn more about Unity, Unity Palo Alto, and how to deepen your connection with our spiritual community.
RSVP
RSVP to join us in person in the Learning Center:
https://forms.gle/8hAXBqyhdZLJXpbd6
OR
RSVP to join us on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fh2iLW9wSsGPLxc6Xi2maw
