The Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara has two services on Sunday at 9:30 and 11:30 AM. Sunday, November 30, 2008, Rev. Aaron McEmrys will speak and the topic will be Where Have All the Honey Bees Gone? Sunday, December 7, 2008, Rev. Aaron McEmrys will speak and the topic will be On Pearl Harbor Day: The Essential Causes of War.

Sunday’s Music: Natasha Kislenko, our pianist, will play The Flight of the Bumble Bee by N. Rimsky-Korsakov.

RE Spirit Play Sunday. After the story for all ages, all children will go to Jefferson Hall to learn songs with Vaiva. Children will then have the opportunity to create their very own Googley-Eyed Gratitude Monster! Please pick up your children in Starr King following the service.

Alliance Donations Drive. Sunday, November 30. The Alliance will be collecting items for the U.S. Military at the Alliance table in the Garden. See the table for a list of needed items. Betty Beckwith.

Social Justice Holiday Cards. Celebrate the holidays while supporting UUSC’s focus areas: defending civil liberties & democratic processes, advancing economic issues, environmental justice; & protecting rights in humanitarian crisis. Available at the Social Justice Table Sunday. $15.

Super Heroes Unite! You Haven’t Missed Out! Last day of Auction sales is Sunday, November 30. If you “got skunked” at the auction, this is a great time to round out your social calendar for the year. See all details on the insert, & Sunday in the reception office .

The New USSB Photo Directories are available in the Parish Garden. Members & friends who had their pictures taken can pick up a free copy during our community social hour at 10:30 AM.

Advent Organ Concert. Sunday, 3:30 PM, Trinity Episcopal Church. 1500 State St.. Our beloved organist emeritus, Mahlon Balderston, will be performing a concert of advent music this Sunday afternoon. As always, his virtuoso playing is not to be missed!

Parking Ministry Begins! Volunteer to be a valet or shuttle driver to ensure that all of our members, especially our elders, feel welcome & included. If you are able, please leave the closest parking spaces at the Society free & enjoy a short walk to Sunday service. See Kaleidoscope for details. For info & to volunteer, Tammy Shorb.

Articulating Your UU Faith. Thursday, December 4, 7-9 PM. Ever feel ill equipped to succinctly respond to the question, “What do Unitarian Universalists believe?” Through personal reflection, role-play & discussion, participants prepare to communicate their liberal ideals. Facilitated by Rev. Melitta Haslund. Sign up in the garden.

Alliance Meeting. Friday, December 5, 2 PM, Parish Hall. All are welcome to a program of Holiday music by Ken Ryals, our new, enthusiastic & talented Choir Director. Refreshments provided.

Love, Sex, and the Human Condition: Getting a Life by Lex Crane. Sunday, December 7, Parish Garden. Our Minister Emeritus will sign his book at Coffee Hour. “What it takes to be fully alive & engaged in a time like ours…Witty…fresh & profound.” Copies available in the front office.

Young Adult Group. Sunday, December 7, at 1 PM, Ledbetter Beach. The USSB Young Adult Group is being started up again! If you are between the ages of 19 & 40, you’re invited to our 2008 kick-off event. Please bring your friends. Joya.

Indian Classical Music Concert. December 7, 3 PM, Sanctuary. The Music Committee brings us outstanding Classical Indian musicians, Vikash Maharaj and his son Prabhash, who are expert Sarod and Tabla musicians.. Tickets available at the door. John Warnockt.

Dogs on Campus. For the comfort & safety of all our congregants, only service dogs are allowed on campus Sunday mornings.

Youth Choir. Sundays, 10:45-11:30 AM, Jefferson Hall. Youth Choir is open to all children ages 5-12. No previous musical experience necessary. Contact Viava Janusoniene for further information.

Chancel Choir. Thursdays, 7 PM, Parish Hall. This choir has an open policy to all members & friends of USSB. If you’ve got the music in you, come let it out Thursday evenings. Watch for special Christmas rehearsals & come join us! Ken Ryals.

Kaleidoscope submission deadline is December 3 for December 20- January 2.