Featured Events

Film Screening - The Cheryl Hauser Effect: Saturday, April 18, 10:30-11:30am | BUF Sanctuary

This film shares the story of Cheryl Hauser, a Minnesota woman who, after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, chose to face the end of her life on her own terms through VSED (Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking). At seventy-six, Cheryl became a thoughtful and courageous voice for end-of-life autonomy, helping spark important conversations about Alzheimer’s, caregiving, and the right to make deeply personal medical decisions. During this one-hour gathering you will view selected scenes from the documentary, learn more about VSED and end-of-life options, and hear from those directly involved in the story & the work around end-of-life autonomy. Tickets: $5. Read more & RSVP

Adult RE Class - Options for the Care and Disposition of My Body after I Die: May 3, 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Flex Room

Brian Flowers, owner of Wildflower Funeral Concepts, has served Whatcom County as a funeral director and cemeterian for 18 years. He will discuss all forms of body disposition, including aquamation, terramation, green burial, and cremation - all of which are available here in our community. Together, we will explore the ecological implications and meaning making opportunities these options present. Brian’s vision is to heal relationships with death, grief, and nature to create compassionate, sustainable communities intentionally engaged with the work of living. A time for Q & A will follow. No admission fee. All are welcome.

Annual Women’s Retreat: May 15 - 17 | Camp Lutherwood

Step into a weekend of renewal and joy at our 2026 Women’s Retreat, open to all who identify as she/her/they/them. Together we will nurture and replenish ourselves in community, welcome new BUF women into the circle, and strengthen bonds across generations. Learn more and register (beginning March 15th) at the retreat website.