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SUMMARY:Finding Your Walden:  How to Strive Less\, Simplify More\, and Embrace What Matters Most
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the book with the same title by Jen Tota McGivney\, we will explore the ways Thoreau’s wisdom may apply to and inspire our 21st century lives.  There will be two sessions this spring and we will continue the conversation in the fall.  It is not necessary to read the book.\n\nIn-person and remote options are available.  Registration links are below.\n\nSpring Session 1:   \n\nSunday\, May 17th at 11:30 a.m.  –  Grady Room  (click here to register)\nThursday\, May 21st at 6:00 p.m.  – on Zoom  (click here to register and to get the Zoom link)\n\nProgram:\nA sprint through Thoreau’s central ideas.\nPrinciple One:   “Know the True Cost of Things”\n\n\nSpring Session 2:  \n\nSunday June 7th at 11:30 a.m. – Parlor  (click here to register)\nThursday\, June 4th at 6:00 p.m. – on Zoom  (click here to register and to get the Zoom link)\n\nProgram:\nPrinciple Two:     Create Space between You and the World\nPrinciple Three:  Create Your Inner Misfit
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/finding-your-walden-how-to-strive-less-simplify-more-and-embrace-what-matters-most/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Grady Room
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight
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SUMMARY:Love at the Center Book Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to put love at the center of our lives? How is love at the center of our six shared Unitarian Universalist values of interdependence\, equity\, transformation\, pluralism\, generosity\, and justice? Join folks from the Membership Committee to discuss readings from Love at the Center\, a collection of meditations on love at the center by UU ministers from around the country. Come to one or come to all. Aimed at newer folks\, but not exclusive! Third Thursdays on Zoom – please register online for Zoom link and to receive updates and information.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/love-at-the-center-book-discussion-series/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Membership,Spiritual Growth,Spotlight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T203000
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CREATED:20250624T201926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T201926Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-2-2-4/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T120000
DTSTAMP:20251113T142738Z
CREATED:20250627T165938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T142738Z
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SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/women-aging-well-2025-2026/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T171020Z
CREATED:20260506T173213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T171020Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Your Walden:  How to Strive Less\, Simplify More\, and Embrace What Matters Most
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the book with the same title by Jen Tota McGivney\, we will explore the ways Thoreau’s wisdom may apply to and inspire our 21st century lives.  There will be two sessions this spring and we will continue the conversation in the fall.  It is not necessary to read the book.\n\nIn-person and remote options are available.  Registration links are below.\n\nSpring Session 1:   \n\nSunday\, May 17th at 11:30 a.m.  –  Grady Room  (click here to register)\nThursday\, May 21st at 6:00 p.m.  – on Zoom  (click here to register and to get the Zoom link)\n\nProgram:\nA sprint through Thoreau’s central ideas.\nPrinciple One:   “Know the True Cost of Things”\n\n\nSpring Session 2:  \n\nSunday June 7th at 11:30 a.m. – Parlor  (click here to register)\nThursday\, June 4th at 6:00 p.m. – on Zoom  (click here to register and to get the Zoom link)\n\nProgram:\nPrinciple Two:     Create Space between You and the World\nPrinciple Three:  Create Your Inner Misfit
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/finding-your-walden-how-to-strive-less-simplify-more-and-embrace-what-matters-most/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Grady Room
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T130000
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CREATED:20260506T173213Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Your Walden:  How to Strive Less\, Simplify More\, and Embrace What Matters Most
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the book with the same title by Jen Tota McGivney\, we will explore the ways Thoreau’s wisdom may apply to and inspire our 21st century lives.  There will be two sessions this spring and we will continue the conversation in the fall.  It is not necessary to read the book.\n\nIn-person and remote options are available.  Registration links are below.\n\nSpring Session 1:   \n\nSunday\, May 17th at 11:30 a.m.  –  Grady Room  (click here to register)\nThursday\, May 21st at 6:00 p.m.  – on Zoom  (click here to register and to get the Zoom link)\n\nProgram:\nA sprint through Thoreau’s central ideas.\nPrinciple One:   “Know the True Cost of Things”\n\n\nSpring Session 2:  \n\nSunday June 7th at 11:30 a.m. – Parlor  (click here to register)\nThursday\, June 4th at 6:00 p.m. – on Zoom  (click here to register and to get the Zoom link)\n\nProgram:\nPrinciple Two:     Create Space between You and the World\nPrinciple Three:  Create Your Inner Misfit
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/finding-your-walden-how-to-strive-less-simplify-more-and-embrace-what-matters-most/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Grady Room
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight
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CREATED:20250624T201926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T201926Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-2-2-4/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T120000
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CREATED:20250627T165938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T142738Z
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SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/women-aging-well-2025-2026/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T201500
DTSTAMP:20260617T143318Z
CREATED:20260617T143318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T143318Z
UID:10002556-1782414000-1782418500@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Love at the Center Book Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to put love at the center of our lives? How is love at the center of our six shared Unitarian Universalist values of interdependence\, equity\, transformation\, pluralism\, generosity\, and justice? Join folks from the Membership Committee to discuss readings from Love at the Center\, a collection of meditations on love at the center by UU ministers from around the country. Come to one or come to all. Aimed at newer folks\, but not exclusive! Third Thursdays on Zoom – please register online for Zoom link and to receive updates and information.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/love-at-the-center-book-discussion-series-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Membership,Spiritual Growth,Spotlight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260908T145555Z
CREATED:20260908T145555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T145555Z
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SUMMARY:Taschlich for Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Arlington Jewish Connections warmly invites you to the ritual of Tashlich for the Rosh Hashanah new year. We will meet at 4:30pm on Sunday\, September 13rd outdoors at the side (office lobby) door of First Parish at 630 Mass Ave. Arlington. Please bring a mask and some breadcrumbs. Copies of the ritual can be emailed in advance. Ask if you would like a copy. Contact us at – jewishconnections@firstparish.info. \nAt 5pm\, we will walk 10 minutes to the Mill Brook\, to Cooke’s Hollow. Each person will throw the breadcrumbs they bring into the water to cast away sins and regrets. \nThe event is suitable for all ages and is open to all. It occurs rain or shine. Please bring a mask\, bring breadcrumbs\, dress for the weather\, and wear comfy shoes. Children are most welcome. BYOBC – Bring Your Own Bread Crumbs \n* What the Ritual is:\nTashlich to cast away sins and regrets for the new year \n* What to Bring:\nBreadcrumbs\nMask to wear \n* When:\nSunday\, September 13\, 2026 from 4:30pm to 6pm \n* Where:\nMEET AT 4:30pm\nFirst Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington\n630 Mass Ave\, Arlington\, MA\ncorner of Mass Ave and Route 60 – Arlington Center\nWALK AT 5pm\nTO Mill Brook near Police Station \n* Who:\nAnyone of any age or background\nwho was not quite perfect last year\nand would like a chance\, in a ritual context\nto reflect on how to do better and be better next year
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/taschlich-for-rosh-hashanah-2/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003558-1790105400-1790109000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T145222Z
CREATED:20260924T145222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T145222Z
UID:10003602-1790247600-1790251200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/aging-well-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T090000
DTSTAMP:20260820T163951Z
CREATED:20260820T163933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T163951Z
UID:10003496-1791532800-1791536400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar Spiritual Practice Series - Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, October 23\, November 6\, November 20\, December 4\, December 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in exploring a spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Mussar is a 1\,000 year old Jewish spiritual practice\, aimed at creating a better world.  It includes individual practice\, study with a partner and group reflection.  Join Bonnie Zimmer on Zoom every other Friday morning from 8 -9 am October through December.  More than 40 members of our congregation have already taken part in a Mussar program and this program will offer a place for newcomers and experienced folks alike. \nONLY IF YOU ARE NEW TO MUSSAR there will be a mandatory introductory session held on Zoom for 90 minutes on Friday October 2 from 8:00-9:30AM. \nThe regular program then begins October 9 with 60 minute Zoom sessions from 8:00-9:00AM.  Please contact Bonnie if you have a conflict with any of the dates\, as consistent attendance is important for your own learning and for the group. \nIn this program we will explore the soul-traits or “Middot” of Awareness\, Enoughness/Contentment\, Silence\, and Joy!  We will also explore how the addition of a Sabbath (“Shabbat”) practice might deepen and enhance our experience of Mussar. Shabbat experiences will be designed by the group and are totally optional.  \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, September 30.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-spiritual-practice-series/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight,Star Adult RE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T145222Z
CREATED:20260924T145222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T145222Z
UID:10003603-1792666800-1792670400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/aging-well-2/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T090000
DTSTAMP:20260820T163951Z
CREATED:20260820T163933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T163951Z
UID:10003497-1792742400-1792746000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar Spiritual Practice Series - Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, October 23\, November 6\, November 20\, December 4\, December 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in exploring a spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Mussar is a 1\,000 year old Jewish spiritual practice\, aimed at creating a better world.  It includes individual practice\, study with a partner and group reflection.  Join Bonnie Zimmer on Zoom every other Friday morning from 8 -9 am October through December.  More than 40 members of our congregation have already taken part in a Mussar program and this program will offer a place for newcomers and experienced folks alike. \nONLY IF YOU ARE NEW TO MUSSAR there will be a mandatory introductory session held on Zoom for 90 minutes on Friday October 2 from 8:00-9:30AM. \nThe regular program then begins October 9 with 60 minute Zoom sessions from 8:00-9:00AM.  Please contact Bonnie if you have a conflict with any of the dates\, as consistent attendance is important for your own learning and for the group. \nIn this program we will explore the soul-traits or “Middot” of Awareness\, Enoughness/Contentment\, Silence\, and Joy!  We will also explore how the addition of a Sabbath (“Shabbat”) practice might deepen and enhance our experience of Mussar. Shabbat experiences will be designed by the group and are totally optional.  \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, September 30.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-spiritual-practice-series/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight,Star Adult RE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003559-1793129400-1793133000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T090000
DTSTAMP:20260820T163951Z
CREATED:20260820T163933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T163951Z
UID:10003498-1793952000-1793955600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar Spiritual Practice Series - Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, October 23\, November 6\, November 20\, December 4\, December 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in exploring a spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Mussar is a 1\,000 year old Jewish spiritual practice\, aimed at creating a better world.  It includes individual practice\, study with a partner and group reflection.  Join Bonnie Zimmer on Zoom every other Friday morning from 8 -9 am October through December.  More than 40 members of our congregation have already taken part in a Mussar program and this program will offer a place for newcomers and experienced folks alike. \nONLY IF YOU ARE NEW TO MUSSAR there will be a mandatory introductory session held on Zoom for 90 minutes on Friday October 2 from 8:00-9:30AM. \nThe regular program then begins October 9 with 60 minute Zoom sessions from 8:00-9:00AM.  Please contact Bonnie if you have a conflict with any of the dates\, as consistent attendance is important for your own learning and for the group. \nIn this program we will explore the soul-traits or “Middot” of Awareness\, Enoughness/Contentment\, Silence\, and Joy!  We will also explore how the addition of a Sabbath (“Shabbat”) practice might deepen and enhance our experience of Mussar. Shabbat experiences will be designed by the group and are totally optional.  \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, September 30.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-spiritual-practice-series/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight,Star Adult RE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T090000
DTSTAMP:20260820T163951Z
CREATED:20260820T163933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T163951Z
UID:10003499-1795161600-1795165200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar Spiritual Practice Series - Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, October 23\, November 6\, November 20\, December 4\, December 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in exploring a spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Mussar is a 1\,000 year old Jewish spiritual practice\, aimed at creating a better world.  It includes individual practice\, study with a partner and group reflection.  Join Bonnie Zimmer on Zoom every other Friday morning from 8 -9 am October through December.  More than 40 members of our congregation have already taken part in a Mussar program and this program will offer a place for newcomers and experienced folks alike. \nONLY IF YOU ARE NEW TO MUSSAR there will be a mandatory introductory session held on Zoom for 90 minutes on Friday October 2 from 8:00-9:30AM. \nThe regular program then begins October 9 with 60 minute Zoom sessions from 8:00-9:00AM.  Please contact Bonnie if you have a conflict with any of the dates\, as consistent attendance is important for your own learning and for the group. \nIn this program we will explore the soul-traits or “Middot” of Awareness\, Enoughness/Contentment\, Silence\, and Joy!  We will also explore how the addition of a Sabbath (“Shabbat”) practice might deepen and enhance our experience of Mussar. Shabbat experiences will be designed by the group and are totally optional.  \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, September 30.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-spiritual-practice-series/2026-11-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight,Star Adult RE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003560-1795548600-1795552200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2026-11-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T090000
DTSTAMP:20260820T163951Z
CREATED:20260820T163933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T163951Z
UID:10003500-1796371200-1796374800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar Spiritual Practice Series - Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, October 23\, November 6\, November 20\, December 4\, December 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in exploring a spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Mussar is a 1\,000 year old Jewish spiritual practice\, aimed at creating a better world.  It includes individual practice\, study with a partner and group reflection.  Join Bonnie Zimmer on Zoom every other Friday morning from 8 -9 am October through December.  More than 40 members of our congregation have already taken part in a Mussar program and this program will offer a place for newcomers and experienced folks alike. \nONLY IF YOU ARE NEW TO MUSSAR there will be a mandatory introductory session held on Zoom for 90 minutes on Friday October 2 from 8:00-9:30AM. \nThe regular program then begins October 9 with 60 minute Zoom sessions from 8:00-9:00AM.  Please contact Bonnie if you have a conflict with any of the dates\, as consistent attendance is important for your own learning and for the group. \nIn this program we will explore the soul-traits or “Middot” of Awareness\, Enoughness/Contentment\, Silence\, and Joy!  We will also explore how the addition of a Sabbath (“Shabbat”) practice might deepen and enhance our experience of Mussar. Shabbat experiences will be designed by the group and are totally optional.  \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, September 30.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-spiritual-practice-series/2026-12-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight,Star Adult RE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T090000
DTSTAMP:20260820T163951Z
CREATED:20260820T163933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T163951Z
UID:10003501-1797580800-1797584400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar Spiritual Practice Series - Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, October 23\, November 6\, November 20\, December 4\, December 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in exploring a spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Mussar is a 1\,000 year old Jewish spiritual practice\, aimed at creating a better world.  It includes individual practice\, study with a partner and group reflection.  Join Bonnie Zimmer on Zoom every other Friday morning from 8 -9 am October through December.  More than 40 members of our congregation have already taken part in a Mussar program and this program will offer a place for newcomers and experienced folks alike. \nONLY IF YOU ARE NEW TO MUSSAR there will be a mandatory introductory session held on Zoom for 90 minutes on Friday October 2 from 8:00-9:30AM. \nThe regular program then begins October 9 with 60 minute Zoom sessions from 8:00-9:00AM.  Please contact Bonnie if you have a conflict with any of the dates\, as consistent attendance is important for your own learning and for the group. \nIn this program we will explore the soul-traits or “Middot” of Awareness\, Enoughness/Contentment\, Silence\, and Joy!  We will also explore how the addition of a Sabbath (“Shabbat”) practice might deepen and enhance our experience of Mussar. Shabbat experiences will be designed by the group and are totally optional.  \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, September 30.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-spiritual-practice-series/2026-12-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth,Spotlight,Star Adult RE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003561-1797967800-1797971400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2026-12-22/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003562-1800991800-1800995400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2027-01-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T145222Z
CREATED:20260924T145222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T145222Z
UID:10003604-1801134000-1801137600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/aging-well-2/2027-01-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003563-1803411000-1803414600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2027-02-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T145222Z
CREATED:20260924T145222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T145222Z
UID:10003605-1803553200-1803556800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/aging-well-2/2027-02-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003564-1805830200-1805833800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2027-03-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T145222Z
CREATED:20260924T145222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T145222Z
UID:10003606-1805972400-1805976000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/aging-well-2/2027-03-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T145222Z
CREATED:20260924T145222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T145222Z
UID:10003607-1808391600-1808395200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Our goal for this group is to foster engagement and build community among women over fifty who wish to explore themes related to planning and consciously living out our later years. Some meetings have guest speakers; others include small-group or large-group conversations. \nAging Well meets once a month\, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month. Some meetings are in-person; others by Zoom. **Please note our starting time change to 11am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info with questions. \nClick here to join the Zoom. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/aging-well-2/2027-04-22/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T152257Z
CREATED:20260904T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T152257Z
UID:10003565-1808854200-1808857800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month\, 7:30 pm\, on Zoom. \n  \nClick to Join Virtually \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-3/2027-04-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
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