Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
401 Grizzly Peak Blvd
Berkeley, CA 94708
Spring Community Activities at Shepherd of the Hills!
Expert Speaker Series – “Celebrating the Water Cycle and its Climate Connections” Wednesday April 29, 6:30-8:00pm
In response to several neighborhood inquiries about hosting speaking events at the church, we’re pleased to announce this first one with Christina Bertea, citizen scientist and graywater expert, for a presentation and discussion on water cycles and climate impacts. If water, fire, and climate issues are of interest, you’ll want to join us for this event.
Wednesday, April 29, 6:30-8:00pm. Feel free to bring a snack to share; we will also provide some.
Community Potluck – Sunday, May 3
Mark your calendar! On Sunday, May 3, at 5:00pm, we’re hosting a joyful community potluck in our fellowship hall downstairs. This is a neighborhood-initiated effort really designed to foster more collective time and support together as a community. (Stay tuned as there will be more to come).
It is a wonderful time to:
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Bring a favorite dish to share
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Meet neighbors and make new friends
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Enjoy laughter, connection, and great food.
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Everyone is welcome at the table!
YOUTH
Teen Cooking Night
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When: Stay tuned for our next date in April/May!
Where: SOTH Fellowship hall (see address at top of page)
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What: If you are a teen (or teen adjacent), join us in cooking and packaging meals to stock Community Kitchens town fridges! These fridges serve underprivileged communities in the East Bay and in the face of cuts and pauses to food benefits, these fridges are more important and more appreciated than ever. Dinner for the participants will be provided at the event. To sign up please email organizer Angela at aayalin614@hotmail.com. All are welcome!
Science Camp Returning to SOTH!
Science Camp - (8-11 yr olds)
We have three confirmed dates on Sunday afternoons
(3/8, 4/12, 5/3), 1:30 - 4:00pm.​
We are hosting a hands-on science program at Shepherd of the Hill for children ages 8 to 11 this Spring.
The program will focus on nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving through the design, execution, and analysis of simple, engaging experiments.
Instruction will be provided by three well-seasoned scientists with years of combined biomedical research training and employment at Genentech, Harvard University, The Scripps Research Institute, Max Planck Institute, Academia Sinica, UC San Francisco, and UC Santa Cruz.
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Over three half-day sessions, students will spark their curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills by designing, performing, and analyzing fun, hands-on experiments.
Target audience: local Children ages 8 to 11
Dates: 3/8, 4/12, 5/3, 1:30-4:00 PM
please email empiricsciencelab@gmail.com for more information on tuition, further details and to reserve your child's spot!
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Yoga Classes – Fridays & Saturdays
Join our community-targeted yoga class downstairs in the church fellowship hall, led by neighbor Dennis Wolan. Come stretch, meditate, and improve body and breath control in one, or both!​​​
Class Schedule:
​​Friday Afternoon 4:30 PM Restorative Yoga (Gentle Practice)
– (1 hour) A calming session with long, supported stretches to release tension and promote relaxation. A wonderful way to close out the week.​
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Saturday Morning 9 AM Ashtanga-Inspired Flow (Active Practice) – (1 hour) A vigorous, breath-centered practice that builds strength, flexibility, and focus.
What to Bring: Please bring a yoga mat and any props you like to use (blocks, straps, bolsters, or blankets).​Sessions are donation-based (approx. $15-25 per session). Check out updates on Instagram @yogawithDW
Monthly Cooking Class!
We had very fun and successful fall events led by fellow neighbor and community volunteer Yen Trac, whose organic carrot soup and sourdough bread were so widely acclaimed at our NNO potluck gathering.
In the meantime - check out our Community Potluck on May 3rd!
We look forward to sharing new dates for 2026 with you soon!​
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Please reach out to community@sothb.org to
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Give us your email to receive further updates and event notices
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Ask questions
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Provide feedback
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share community activity ideas!