BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington, MA - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.firstparish.info
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington, MA
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T213000
DTSTAMP:20241009T162008Z
CREATED:20240820T142028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T162008Z
UID:10001690-1736974800-1736976600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Starting on September 11th and running through the end of January\, we will gather on Zoom for Wednesday evening chapel. This is a 25 minute gathering of sharing\, silence\, poetry\, and song. You can come to one or all of them. No need to sign up- just show up. In the past\, this has been a winter offering but with emotions swirling around the election\, we decided to offer it in the autumn as well. \nJoin Rev. Erica Richmond on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89497531645 \nWeekly from September 11 – January 29th.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/wednesday-evening-chapel-2/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstparish.info/wp-content/uploads/lights-1088141_640-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T213000
DTSTAMP:20250923T170038Z
CREATED:20250923T170038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T170038Z
UID:10002415-1736974800-1736976600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Starting on October 1st and running through the end of February\, we will gather on Zoom for Wednesday evening chapel. This is a 25 minute gathering of sharing\, silence\, poetry\, and song. You can come to one or all of them. No need to sign up- just show up. We will NOT meet on Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. \nJoin Rev. Erica Richmond on Zoom by clicking here. \nWeekly from October 1\, 2025 – February 25\, 2026
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/wednesday-evening-chapel-3/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstparish.info/wp-content/uploads/lights-1088141_640-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T123000
DTSTAMP:20250214T162043Z
CREATED:20250109T160527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T162043Z
UID:10001804-1737286200-1737289800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Who are UU? Guided Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Looking for connection? Need a little help getting to know others at First Parish? Want to help others know you? Join First Parish members for Who are UU? a series of guided conversations designed to ease us beyond small talk and learn more about each other. No registration required. Come to one or come to all. Aimed at newer folks\, but not exclusive! In the Stanton Parlor after worship (~11:30–12:30) on the following Sundays: January 19\, February 23\, March 16\, April 27.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/who-are-uu-guided-conversations/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Membership,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T213000
DTSTAMP:20241009T162008Z
CREATED:20240820T142028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T162008Z
UID:10001691-1737579600-1737581400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Starting on September 11th and running through the end of January\, we will gather on Zoom for Wednesday evening chapel. This is a 25 minute gathering of sharing\, silence\, poetry\, and song. You can come to one or all of them. No need to sign up- just show up. In the past\, this has been a winter offering but with emotions swirling around the election\, we decided to offer it in the autumn as well. \nJoin Rev. Erica Richmond on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89497531645 \nWeekly from September 11 – January 29th.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/wednesday-evening-chapel-2/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstparish.info/wp-content/uploads/lights-1088141_640-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20241213T142407Z
CREATED:20230921T195734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T142407Z
UID:10001733-1737628200-1737633600@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 10:30am** \nPlease contact agingwell@firstparish.info before the event to confirm location and to receive the Zoom link. \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/women-aging-well-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T090000
DTSTAMP:20250113T144024Z
CREATED:20250102T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T144024Z
UID:10001788-1737705600-1737709200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar: To Live Into Spiritual Values
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, February 7\, February 21\, March 7\, March 21\, April 4\, April 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in trying out a new spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Join Bonnie Zimmer in a seven- session Mussar experience. We will meet every other Friday morning at 8 -9 am online for seven Fridays.. \nMussar is a spiritual practice aimed at creating a better world. The 35 people who participated in the daylong spiritual retreat in May got a taste of 1\,000 year old Jewish practice\, which requires both individual practice and group reflection. \nBonnie with Marta Flanagan ran a pilot Mussar group this fall at First Parish. Thirty five people expressed interest but we could only accommodate 16. We are now continuing this pilot. \nDuring this group you will be introduced to Mussar history and practice\, and explore “soul-traits” or Middot. \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, January 15.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-to-live-into-spiritual-values/2025-01-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T203000
DTSTAMP:20250624T145808Z
CREATED:20241127T170749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T145808Z
UID:10001502-1738092600-1738096200@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-2-2/2025-01-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T090000
DTSTAMP:20250113T144024Z
CREATED:20250102T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T144024Z
UID:10001789-1738915200-1738918800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar: To Live Into Spiritual Values
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, February 7\, February 21\, March 7\, March 21\, April 4\, April 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in trying out a new spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Join Bonnie Zimmer in a seven- session Mussar experience. We will meet every other Friday morning at 8 -9 am online for seven Fridays.. \nMussar is a spiritual practice aimed at creating a better world. The 35 people who participated in the daylong spiritual retreat in May got a taste of 1\,000 year old Jewish practice\, which requires both individual practice and group reflection. \nBonnie with Marta Flanagan ran a pilot Mussar group this fall at First Parish. Thirty five people expressed interest but we could only accommodate 16. We are now continuing this pilot. \nDuring this group you will be introduced to Mussar history and practice\, and explore “soul-traits” or Middot. \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, January 15.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-to-live-into-spiritual-values/2025-02-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T090000
DTSTAMP:20250113T144024Z
CREATED:20250102T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T144024Z
UID:10001790-1740124800-1740128400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar: To Live Into Spiritual Values
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, February 7\, February 21\, March 7\, March 21\, April 4\, April 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in trying out a new spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Join Bonnie Zimmer in a seven- session Mussar experience. We will meet every other Friday morning at 8 -9 am online for seven Fridays.. \nMussar is a spiritual practice aimed at creating a better world. The 35 people who participated in the daylong spiritual retreat in May got a taste of 1\,000 year old Jewish practice\, which requires both individual practice and group reflection. \nBonnie with Marta Flanagan ran a pilot Mussar group this fall at First Parish. Thirty five people expressed interest but we could only accommodate 16. We are now continuing this pilot. \nDuring this group you will be introduced to Mussar history and practice\, and explore “soul-traits” or Middot. \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, January 15.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-to-live-into-spiritual-values/2025-02-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T123000
DTSTAMP:20250214T162043Z
CREATED:20250109T160527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T162043Z
UID:10001805-1740310200-1740313800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Who are UU? Guided Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Looking for connection? Need a little help getting to know others at First Parish? Want to help others know you? Join First Parish members for Who are UU? a series of guided conversations designed to ease us beyond small talk and learn more about each other. No registration required. Come to one or come to all. Aimed at newer folks\, but not exclusive! In the Stanton Parlor after worship (~11:30–12:30) on the following Sundays: January 19\, February 23\, March 16\, April 27.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/who-are-uu-guided-conversations/2025-02-23/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Membership,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T203000
DTSTAMP:20250624T145808Z
CREATED:20241127T170749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T145808Z
UID:10001503-1740511800-1740515400@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-2-2/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T120000
DTSTAMP:20250620T160204Z
CREATED:20250123T200143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T160204Z
UID:10001929-1740654000-1740657600@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/women-aging-well-2-2/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T160000
DTSTAMP:20250114T195230Z
CREATED:20241125T151046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T195230Z
UID:10001718-1740823200-1740844800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Taking Heart in Tough Times
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to come together to reconnect with each other\, acknowledge our weariness\, grief and uncertainty\, and explore ways to find active hope for the times we live in. This day-long workshop based on Joanna Macy’s The Work That Reconnects is designed to strengthen our relationship to each other and the living Earth and fuel our commitment to create a life sustaining culture. Participants will be invited into a variety of practices including pair conversations\, shared rituals\, guided meditation\, individual reflection\, songs and poetry. Facilitator Anne Goodwin is a longtime FP member\, a certified facilitator of the Work That Reconnects\, a song leader\, and a climate activist. Snacks and a simple vegetarian lunch will be provided. Registration requested – please click here to register online. Maximum 25 participants. Please plan to attend the whole program. \n 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/taking-heart-in-tough-times/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T203000
DTSTAMP:20250224T175144Z
CREATED:20250220T190828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T175144Z
UID:10001852-1741201200-1741206600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Journeying into Joy
DESCRIPTION:Three Part Series: March 5\, April 2\, and May 7 at 7:00pm \nWhat is joy? How is joy an element of one’s spiritual life? How can a capacity for joy sustain the work of justice? Can one remain joyful when heart-broken and angry? What are ways to deepen our joy in our daily lives? These questions and more we will explore in a three-part series that will include presentations\, discussions\, activities\, songs and suggestions for on-going spiritual practice. The times we live in call for all the joy we can muster. Registration is requested – click here to register for this series. Led by Rev. Tricia.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/journeying-into-joy/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T090000
DTSTAMP:20250113T144024Z
CREATED:20250102T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T144024Z
UID:10001791-1741334400-1741338000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar: To Live Into Spiritual Values
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, February 7\, February 21\, March 7\, March 21\, April 4\, April 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in trying out a new spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Join Bonnie Zimmer in a seven- session Mussar experience. We will meet every other Friday morning at 8 -9 am online for seven Fridays.. \nMussar is a spiritual practice aimed at creating a better world. The 35 people who participated in the daylong spiritual retreat in May got a taste of 1\,000 year old Jewish practice\, which requires both individual practice and group reflection. \nBonnie with Marta Flanagan ran a pilot Mussar group this fall at First Parish. Thirty five people expressed interest but we could only accommodate 16. We are now continuing this pilot. \nDuring this group you will be introduced to Mussar history and practice\, and explore “soul-traits” or Middot. \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, January 15.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-to-live-into-spiritual-values/2025-03-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T123000
DTSTAMP:20250214T162043Z
CREATED:20250109T160527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T162043Z
UID:10001806-1742124600-1742128200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Who are UU? Guided Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Looking for connection? Need a little help getting to know others at First Parish? Want to help others know you? Join First Parish members for Who are UU? a series of guided conversations designed to ease us beyond small talk and learn more about each other. No registration required. Come to one or come to all. Aimed at newer folks\, but not exclusive! In the Stanton Parlor after worship (~11:30–12:30) on the following Sundays: January 19\, February 23\, March 16\, April 27.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/who-are-uu-guided-conversations/2025-03-16/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Membership,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T090000
DTSTAMP:20250113T144024Z
CREATED:20250102T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T144024Z
UID:10001792-1742544000-1742547600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar: To Live Into Spiritual Values
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, February 7\, February 21\, March 7\, March 21\, April 4\, April 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in trying out a new spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Join Bonnie Zimmer in a seven- session Mussar experience. We will meet every other Friday morning at 8 -9 am online for seven Fridays.. \nMussar is a spiritual practice aimed at creating a better world. The 35 people who participated in the daylong spiritual retreat in May got a taste of 1\,000 year old Jewish practice\, which requires both individual practice and group reflection. \nBonnie with Marta Flanagan ran a pilot Mussar group this fall at First Parish. Thirty five people expressed interest but we could only accommodate 16. We are now continuing this pilot. \nDuring this group you will be introduced to Mussar history and practice\, and explore “soul-traits” or Middot. \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, January 15.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-to-live-into-spiritual-values/2025-03-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T203000
DTSTAMP:20250624T145808Z
CREATED:20241127T170749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T145808Z
UID:10001504-1742931000-1742934600@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-2-2/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000
DTSTAMP:20250620T160204Z
CREATED:20250123T200143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T160204Z
UID:10001930-1743073200-1743076800@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/women-aging-well-2-2/2025-03-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T203000
DTSTAMP:20250224T175144Z
CREATED:20250220T190828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T175144Z
UID:10001856-1743620400-1743625800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Journeying into Joy
DESCRIPTION:Three Part Series: March 5\, April 2\, and May 7 at 7:00pm \nWhat is joy? How is joy an element of one’s spiritual life? How can a capacity for joy sustain the work of justice? Can one remain joyful when heart-broken and angry? What are ways to deepen our joy in our daily lives? These questions and more we will explore in a three-part series that will include presentations\, discussions\, activities\, songs and suggestions for on-going spiritual practice. The times we live in call for all the joy we can muster. Registration is requested – click here to register for this series. Led by Rev. Tricia.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/journeying-into-joy/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T090000
DTSTAMP:20250113T144024Z
CREATED:20250102T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T144024Z
UID:10001793-1743753600-1743757200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar: To Live Into Spiritual Values
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, February 7\, February 21\, March 7\, March 21\, April 4\, April 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in trying out a new spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Join Bonnie Zimmer in a seven- session Mussar experience. We will meet every other Friday morning at 8 -9 am online for seven Fridays.. \nMussar is a spiritual practice aimed at creating a better world. The 35 people who participated in the daylong spiritual retreat in May got a taste of 1\,000 year old Jewish practice\, which requires both individual practice and group reflection. \nBonnie with Marta Flanagan ran a pilot Mussar group this fall at First Parish. Thirty five people expressed interest but we could only accommodate 16. We are now continuing this pilot. \nDuring this group you will be introduced to Mussar history and practice\, and explore “soul-traits” or Middot. \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, January 15.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-to-live-into-spiritual-values/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T090000
DTSTAMP:20250113T144024Z
CREATED:20250102T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T144024Z
UID:10001794-1744963200-1744966800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Mussar: To Live Into Spiritual Values
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, February 7\, February 21\, March 7\, March 21\, April 4\, April 18\n8:00am – 9:00am\, Zoom \nInterested in trying out a new spiritual practice based on values we are trying to live out in our lives? Join Bonnie Zimmer in a seven- session Mussar experience. We will meet every other Friday morning at 8 -9 am online for seven Fridays.. \nMussar is a spiritual practice aimed at creating a better world. The 35 people who participated in the daylong spiritual retreat in May got a taste of 1\,000 year old Jewish practice\, which requires both individual practice and group reflection. \nBonnie with Marta Flanagan ran a pilot Mussar group this fall at First Parish. Thirty five people expressed interest but we could only accommodate 16. We are now continuing this pilot. \nDuring this group you will be introduced to Mussar history and practice\, and explore “soul-traits” or Middot. \nPlease register in advance here. Registration for this series closes on Wednesday\, January 15.\nPLEASE NOTE – REGISTRATION IS FOR ALL INSTANCES OF THIS GROUP (you cannot register for individual dates).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/mussar-to-live-into-spiritual-values/2025-04-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T203000
DTSTAMP:20250404T133507Z
CREATED:20250404T133449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T133507Z
UID:10001505-1745350200-1745353800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group - Cancelled this month
DESCRIPTION:This group is cancelled this month and we encourage you to attend the STAR-sponsored event this evening\, “Conversations On Grieving in Community\,” at 7:00pm in the Parlor. Click here for more details. \nMonthly 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  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/grief-support-group-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T120000
DTSTAMP:20250404T164557Z
CREATED:20250404T140202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T164557Z
UID:10001736-1745492400-1745496000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Topic this month: Meaningful Songs / Music in Our Lives \nOur 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-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T123000
DTSTAMP:20250214T162043Z
CREATED:20250109T160527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T162043Z
UID:10001807-1745753400-1745757000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Who are UU? Guided Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Looking for connection? Need a little help getting to know others at First Parish? Want to help others know you? Join First Parish members for Who are UU? a series of guided conversations designed to ease us beyond small talk and learn more about each other. No registration required. Come to one or come to all. Aimed at newer folks\, but not exclusive! In the Stanton Parlor after worship (~11:30–12:30) on the following Sundays: January 19\, February 23\, March 16\, April 27.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/who-are-uu-guided-conversations/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Membership,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T203000
DTSTAMP:20250224T175144Z
CREATED:20250220T190828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T175144Z
UID:10001853-1746644400-1746649800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Journeying into Joy
DESCRIPTION:Three Part Series: March 5\, April 2\, and May 7 at 7:00pm \nWhat is joy? How is joy an element of one’s spiritual life? How can a capacity for joy sustain the work of justice? Can one remain joyful when heart-broken and angry? What are ways to deepen our joy in our daily lives? These questions and more we will explore in a three-part series that will include presentations\, discussions\, activities\, songs and suggestions for on-going spiritual practice. The times we live in call for all the joy we can muster. Registration is requested – click here to register for this series. Led by Rev. Tricia.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/journeying-into-joy/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T130000
DTSTAMP:20250428T174746Z
CREATED:20250404T140238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T174746Z
UID:10001737-1747911600-1747918800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:This month – IN PERSON – Picnic / Ice Cream Social\n11:00am – 1:00pm in First Parish courtyard (Parlor in case of rain) \nOur 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. \nThis month we are meeting in-person at First Parish! \n  \n  \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/women-aging-well-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T203000
DTSTAMP:20250624T145808Z
CREATED:20241127T170749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T145808Z
UID:10001506-1748374200-1748377800@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-2-2/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000
DTSTAMP:20251113T142738Z
CREATED:20250627T165938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T142738Z
UID:10001931-1750935600-1750939200@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/women-aging-well-2025-2026/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T120000
DTSTAMP:20250821T150607Z
CREATED:20250821T150607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T150607Z
UID:10002348-1756378800-1756382400@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. \nAugust Theme: “Eating Well\, Aging Well”\nDescription: Join us as we continue our discussion on nourishment as we age. Meeting topics will include what eating routines we may have as we age\, and explore how our relationship with food may have changed over time. \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-2025-2026-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Spiritual Growth
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR