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SUMMARY:Vigil: Transgender Day of Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE JOIN US on MONDAY\, November 20 at 7 p.m. for a commemoration of Transgender Day of Resilience. We will gather on the meetinghouse lawn at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Congregation\, 630 Mass Ave.\, Arlington Center. \nMembers of the Rainbow Commission\, Rev. Erica Richmond of First Parish Congregation\, and others will offer remarks uplifting the resilience of trans\, non-binary\, and gender expansive people. \nAll are welcome. \nTransgender\, non-binary\, and gender expansive people are also invited to an affinity event at 6:15 p.m. at First Parish Congregation to meet and socialize before the 7 p.m. event takes place. Pizza and other refreshments will be offered\, and supplies will be available to create art and write poetry. \nSee full announcement here.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/vigil-transgender-day-of-resilience/
LOCATION:Front Lawn / Clock tower\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T180000
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SUMMARY:Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Fall Community Potluck Dinners sponsored by the STAR committee will be held on the last Wednesday of the month\, starting Sept. 27\, from 6-8pm\, in the Vestry. All are welcome. No sign-up needed. \nThe following groups have generously agreed to host: \n9/27 –  Tech Team \n10/25 – Ushers \n11/29 – Covenant Group \nView or download the Potluck Host checklist. \nIf possible\, please bring your own reusable plate\, cup and utensils to minimize our environmental impact. For questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/community-potluck/2023-11-29/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T140000
DTSTAMP:20231130T181743Z
CREATED:20231025T163019Z
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SUMMARY:Summit - Charting a Course for First Parish’s Future
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 3\, after worship at First Parish\nTuesday\, December 5\, via Zoom\, 7-8:30 pm (Click here to register and receive the Zoom link for the December 5 event.)\n\nWhat might we aim for in our liberal religious community 3\,5 and 10 years from now? Please join us for a facilitated program\, in-person or on-line\, to help chart a course for First Parish over the next several years. These all-congregation events will be an opportunity to inform a vision and shared priorities for who we want to be and how we will get there\, as part of our year-long focus on strategic planning. We look forward to hearing from all who participate in life at First Parish. \nClick to view or download the questions that will guide this discussion. \nLunch and childcare will be provided for the December 3 event. \nClick here to register and receive the Zoom link for the December 5 event.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summit-charting-a-course/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community,Gatherings,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T203000
DTSTAMP:20231130T181348Z
CREATED:20231115T151747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T181348Z
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SUMMARY:Summit - Charting A Course for First Parish’s Future
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 3\, after worship at First Parish\nTuesday\, December 5\, via Zoom\, 7-8:30 pm (Click here to register and receive the Zoom link for the December 5 event.)\n\nWhat might we aim for in our liberal religious community 3\,5 and 10 years from now? Please join us for a facilitated program\, in-person or on-line\, to help chart a course for First Parish over the next several years. These all-congregation events will be an opportunity to inform a vision and shared priorities for who we want to be and how we will get there\, as part of our year-long focus on strategic planning. We look forward to hearing from all who participate in life at First Parish. \nClick to view or download the questions that will guide this discussion. \nLunch and childcare will be provided for the December 3 event. \nClick here to register and receive the Zoom link for the December 5 event.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summit-charting-a-course-for-first-parishs-future/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community,Gatherings,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T130000
DTSTAMP:20231206T184652Z
CREATED:20231206T183956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T184652Z
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SUMMARY:Our Partner Church in Transylvania
DESCRIPTION:Please join pilgrims who travelled to Gagy\, Transylvania in the Parlor at 11:45 on Sunday\, December 17th (after worship) to learn more about our partner church. Might you be interested in a journey of broadening cultural and spiritual horizons next summer? Or contact us to learn more: partnerchurch@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/our-partner-church-in-transylvania/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Committees,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T173000
DTSTAMP:20240103T165815Z
CREATED:20240103T165510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T165815Z
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SUMMARY:STAR Boardgame Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Board games in the vestry. Bring your own beverage\, munchies\, and any games you’d like to play\, though we’ll have a stack of games at the ready.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/star-boardgame-afternoon/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T190000
DTSTAMP:20240111T175656Z
CREATED:20240111T175218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T175656Z
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SUMMARY:No Dumb Questions- LGBTQ+ 101
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Erica Richmond and Rev. Stevie Carmody are hosting an evening of “No Dumb Questions” This means we hope you will bring curiosities\, questions\, or confusion to this program and we will have a chance to do some learning together. This is a space that is purposefully geared towards folks that might have more basic questions– we want to be upfront about that and cultivate a vibe that invites questions folks might otherwise not feel comfortable asking. Please use this form to RSVP! We look forward to being with you!\n\n\nTuesday\, January 23rd\, 7 pm in the Parlor\n\nSponsored by the Welcoming Congregation Committee\n\n\nPlease RSVP using this form:  https://forms.gle/2Y5Lqr7X2MBwBCwv6
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/no-dumb-questions-lgbtq-101/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Welcoming Congregations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T193000
DTSTAMP:20240215T232645Z
CREATED:20231219T184921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T232645Z
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SUMMARY:Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! The community potlucks that we began this summer with over 50 people each week and scrumptious dishes\, will continue! A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, on the last Wednesday of the month\, starting January 31\, from 6:00-7:30pm. All are welcome. No sign-up needed. \nMany thanks to our hosts for this spring: \nJanuary 31 – Lay Ministry\nFebruary 28 – Membership Committee\nMarch 27 – Stewardship Committee\nApril 24 – Parish Committee\nMay 29  – Indigenous Justice Working Group (IJWG) \nView or download the Potluck Hosting Checklist \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/community-potluck-2/2024-01-31/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T193000
DTSTAMP:20240215T232645Z
CREATED:20231219T184921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T232645Z
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SUMMARY:Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! The community potlucks that we began this summer with over 50 people each week and scrumptious dishes\, will continue! A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, on the last Wednesday of the month\, starting January 31\, from 6:00-7:30pm. All are welcome. No sign-up needed. \nMany thanks to our hosts for this spring: \nJanuary 31 – Lay Ministry\nFebruary 28 – Membership Committee\nMarch 27 – Stewardship Committee\nApril 24 – Parish Committee\nMay 29  – Indigenous Justice Working Group (IJWG) \nView or download the Potluck Hosting Checklist \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/community-potluck-2/2024-02-28/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T163510Z
CREATED:20240102T165318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T163510Z
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SUMMARY:Looking at Others and Ourselves
DESCRIPTION:We will take time to observe photographs and narratives on display in the Parlor which the photographer\, Jess Dugan\, says “offer a nuanced view into the struggles and joys of growing older as a transgender person and offer a poignant reflection on what it means to live authentically despite seemingly insurmountable odds.”\nAfter reflecting quietly on our experiences of these human stories of struggles and joys we will take turns sharing how we are affected and listening closely to each other.\nAll are welcome! However\, we will close the doors when we start so we can have a clear focus and hold each other’s views and feelings without interruptions. \nThe conversation will be facilitated by Zoë Stewart
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/looking-at-others/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T203000
DTSTAMP:20240206T183215Z
CREATED:20240206T183119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T183215Z
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SUMMARY:Film Watch & Discussion: The Letter – A Laudato Si Film
DESCRIPTION:Join in watching and discussing this powerful film that follows a small group of representatives from different parts of the world – a young person\, an indigenous person\, a person raised in poverty\, a faith leader\, and two scientists – who the Pope invited to visit Rome.  They gathered to share their perspectives and experiences of climate change and our shared responsibility to protect people and nature today and for future generations. \nThursday\, Feb. 29th at 7pm – Join in a film watch at First Parish. Alternatively\, you can watch the film on your own.  It’s available to stream free-of-charge at https://www.theletterfilm.org/watch/ \nMonday\, March 4th at 7pm – Join in a discussion about the film and reactions to it and ways we might respond in alignment with our values. \nRSVP to star@firstparish.info is requested\, not required\, to give us an idea about how many people are likely to come.  If the dates/times don’t work for you\, please include that in your RSVP.  If there’s interest\, we could seek an additional date for discussion. \nJohn Anderson and Andrew Fischer will be facilitating this STAR Program
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/film-discussion-the-letter-a-laudato-si-film/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Spiritual Growth,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T133000
DTSTAMP:20240215T181211Z
CREATED:20240126T155547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T181211Z
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SUMMARY:Conversation with a Minister: Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 3\, 12:00 pm (after worship service\, via Zoom only) \nStay on the same Zoom call from service and enjoy coffee and conversation with First Parish’s parish minister\, Rev. Erica Richmond. \nAll are welome. Please click here to join the meeting. \nSponsored by the First Parish Stewardship Committee. \n 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/coffee-with-the-minister/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community,Virtual First Parish
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240304T203000
DTSTAMP:20240206T183428Z
CREATED:20240206T183255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T183428Z
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SUMMARY:Film Watch & Discussion: The Letter – A Laudato Si Film
DESCRIPTION:Join in watching and discussing this powerful film that follows a small group of representatives from different parts of the world – a young person\, an indigenous person\, a person raised in poverty\, a faith leader\, and two scientists – who the Pope invited to visit Rome.  They gathered to share their perspectives and experiences of climate change and our shared responsibility to protect people and nature today and for future generations. \nThursday\, Feb. 29th at 7pm – Join in a film watch at First Parish. Alternatively\, you can watch the film on your own.  It’s available to stream free-of-charge at https://www.theletterfilm.org/watch/ \nMonday\, March 4th at 7pm – Join in a discussion about the film and reactions to it and ways we might respond in alignment with our values. \nRSVP to star@firstparish.info is requested\, not required\, to give us an idea about how many people are likely to come.  If the dates/times don’t work for you\, please include that in your RSVP.  If there’s interest\, we could seek an additional date for discussion. \nJohn Anderson and Andrew Fischer will be facilitating this STAR Program
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/film-watch-discussion-the-letter-a-laudato-si-film/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Spiritual Growth,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T190000
DTSTAMP:20240228T153736Z
CREATED:20231208T144028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T153736Z
UID:10000713-1709661600-1709665200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Fighting for housing justice Now -- UUUM Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Hear what we can do now—and together—to confront housing issues facing Black and Brown people in communities like Roxbury. UU Mass Action and Homes for All Massachusetts representatives will discuss the urgency of fighting housing injustice in this segment of the UU Urban Ministry Community Conversation series on gentrification. Visit https://www.uuum.org/ for more information. \nTuesday\, March 5\, 6:00pm \nZoom link to join the meeting:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81553520317
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/roots-of-homeownership-inequity-uuum-community-conversation/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T190000
DTSTAMP:20240228T180901Z
CREATED:20240214T194405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T180901Z
UID:10001061-1710004500-1710010800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:"Becoming a Man" Talkback
DESCRIPTION:The American Rep. Theatre in Cambridge’s next performance is entitled “Becoming A Man”; a play based on memoirist P. Carl’s life story to become himself. The Welcoming Congregation Committee\, a First Parish group committed to expanding celebration and education of/about LGBTQ+ folks\, is attending the play at 2 pm on March 9th. They will then host a talkback at 5:15 pm at the First Parish meetinghouse. \nUpdate: 2/28/2024: The comped tickets for March 9 have been claimed\, but you’re welcome to this talkback regardless of when you saw the play. \nPlease email Rev. Erica to waitlist for a ticket or to RSVP to the talkback. \n 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/becoming-a-man-talkback/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Welcoming Congregations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T133000
DTSTAMP:20240201T180209Z
CREATED:20240126T161447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T180209Z
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SUMMARY:All Congregational Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 10\, 12:00pm (after service) to 1:30pm (Vestry) \nCome enjoy lunch after the service! All welcome. \nSponsored by the First Parish Stewardship Committee.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/all-congregational-lunch/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T120000
DTSTAMP:20240214T151318Z
CREATED:20240126T152902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T151318Z
UID:10000618-1710579600-1710590400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:New UU Class
DESCRIPTION:Curious about Unitarian Universalism and First Parish? Wondering about what membership entails or the pathways to membership? \nJoin our spring New UU Class! \nTwo 9:00 am – 12:00 noon sessions: \nMarch 16\, 2024 and March 23\, 2024 \nin the Parlor at First Parish \nWhat should I expect? \n\nTwo engaging and interactive mornings together.\nA chance to get to know others who are new(er) to First Parish and/or to Unitarian Universalism.\nAn invitation to reflect on and share your personal religious or spiritual path.\nAn engaging overview of our Unitarian Universalist roots\, traditions\, and beliefs.\nInsights on the structure and activities that make First Parish special.\nIdeas about ways to become more involved at First Parish.\nA warm welcome to First Parish.\n\nAll are welcome!  \nSign up by contacting Amy Anderson at NewUU@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/new-uu-class-spring/2024-03-16/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Ongoing Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T133000
DTSTAMP:20240215T181357Z
CREATED:20240126T160044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T181357Z
UID:10001046-1710676800-1710682200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Conversation with a Minister: In person (masked)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 17\, 12:00 pm (after worship service\, in person only\, in the May Room) \nEnjoy coffee and conversation with First Parish lead minister Rev. Marta Flanagan. This is an in-person\, masked event. \nPlease RSVP for this event to stewardship@firstparish.info by Friday March 15. \nSponsored by the First Parish Stewardship Committee.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/coffee-with-the-minister-2/
LOCATION:May Room
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T200000
DTSTAMP:20240312T223735Z
CREATED:20240213T153226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T223735Z
UID:10001058-1711130400-1711137600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Task Force for the Middle East - food & discussion
DESCRIPTION:  \nBased on concern and energy within the congregation\, a new working group has formed under the umbrella of our Social Justice Committee. The Task Force for the Middle East is currently made up of about six people. As our first program we’re hosting an evening where we can hear from one another about Palestine\, Israel and how our congregation might engage with local efforts for sustained ceasefire\, peace\, and justice. \nJoin the newly formed Task Force for the Middle East (part of the Social Justice Committee) and share a meal to hear from one another about Palestine\, Israel\, and how First Parish might engage with local efforts for sustained ceasefire\, peace\, and justice. \n  \nPlease bring a well-marked dish to share on FRIDAY\, March 22 6:00 pm in the vestry. All are welcome!! Registration is helpful but not required.  http://tinyurl.com/FPPeaceandJusticePotluck \nContact peaceandjustice@firstparish.info to join the planning committee.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/task-force-for-the-middle-east-food-discussion/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20240214T151318Z
CREATED:20240126T152902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T151318Z
UID:10001060-1711184400-1711195200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:New UU Class
DESCRIPTION:Curious about Unitarian Universalism and First Parish? Wondering about what membership entails or the pathways to membership? \nJoin our spring New UU Class! \nTwo 9:00 am – 12:00 noon sessions: \nMarch 16\, 2024 and March 23\, 2024 \nin the Parlor at First Parish \nWhat should I expect? \n\nTwo engaging and interactive mornings together.\nA chance to get to know others who are new(er) to First Parish and/or to Unitarian Universalism.\nAn invitation to reflect on and share your personal religious or spiritual path.\nAn engaging overview of our Unitarian Universalist roots\, traditions\, and beliefs.\nInsights on the structure and activities that make First Parish special.\nIdeas about ways to become more involved at First Parish.\nA warm welcome to First Parish.\n\nAll are welcome!  \nSign up by contacting Amy Anderson at NewUU@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/new-uu-class-spring/2024-03-23/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Ongoing Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T150000
DTSTAMP:20240307T181440Z
CREATED:20240110T184044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T181440Z
UID:10001039-1711188000-1711206000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Flash Quilt Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us and help create the First Parish Harvest Moon quilts for 2024 and 2025! \n Saturday\, March 23\, 10am – 3pm\, in the First Parish Vestry. \nPlease register for this event by email to Carolyn Hodges\, STAR@firstparish.info \nCalling all quilters\, sewists and interested folk!   We will sew together in the vestry offering two projects–\this is an opportunity for us to get a bit ahead of the Harvest moon Fair schedule. \n1) Creating a brand new quilt:   We will be making a simple block.  These will be assembled and quilted for the 2025 Fall raffle quilt.  You will need to bring a working sewing machine (that you know how to use)\, sewing tools and thread.  We also need rotary cutting tools\, rulers and mat (if you have them– and we can share!).  Extension cords and power strips are also a help. \n2)  For Harvest Moon Fair  2024\, we already have a completed quilt top (thank you Wendy Page) — this is ready for hand quilting–   we will prepare (sandwich) the quilt and begin hand quilting this quilt as our 2024 Harvest Moon Fair quilt.  This is an excellent opportunity for those new to quilting and willing to hand stitch. \nEven if you don’t sew we welcome your company cutting and pressing.  Fabric welcome too (100 percent cotton please)–  we will also have a selection.  If you are unable to join us in person and want to help- please RSVP so we can include you too! \nQuestions? contact Carolyn Hodges (STAR@firstparish.info) \nRain date: Saturday April 13\, same time and place.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/flash-quilt-day/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T100000
DTSTAMP:20240201T180445Z
CREATED:20240126T161248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T180445Z
UID:10001047-1711271700-1711274400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:All Congregational Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 24\, 9:15am to 10am (Vestry) \nCome enjoy breakfast before the service! All welcome. \nSponsored by the First Parish Stewardship Committee.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/all-congregational-pancake-breakfast/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T193000
DTSTAMP:20240215T232645Z
CREATED:20231219T184921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T232645Z
UID:10001069-1711562400-1711567800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! The community potlucks that we began this summer with over 50 people each week and scrumptious dishes\, will continue! A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, on the last Wednesday of the month\, starting January 31\, from 6:00-7:30pm. All are welcome. No sign-up needed. \nMany thanks to our hosts for this spring: \nJanuary 31 – Lay Ministry\nFebruary 28 – Membership Committee\nMarch 27 – Stewardship Committee\nApril 24 – Parish Committee\nMay 29  – Indigenous Justice Working Group (IJWG) \nView or download the Potluck Hosting Checklist \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/community-potluck-2/2024-03-27/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T160000
DTSTAMP:20240313T151625Z
CREATED:20240313T140318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T151625Z
UID:10001076-1711803600-1711814400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Learn CPR and How to Use First Parish's Automated External Defibrillator
DESCRIPTION:An Arlington Fire Department officer will train us on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\, Automated External Defibrillator (AED)\, and Narcan use. \nThere are only 10 seats available for this single afternoon session. If there is enough demand\, we’ll organize another session later in the year. \nThere is a fee of $22.50 per person\,(waived for ushers). If this fee creates an obstacle please contact Marta (marta@firstparish.info). \nPlease register to attend using this form: https://forms.gle/ykj417jsi2XjDMcL6 \n“Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED… teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aid\, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. \n“Students learn skills such as how to treat bleeding\, sprains\, broken bones\, shock and other first aid emergencies. This course also teaches adult CPR and AED use.” \nContact ushercoordinator@firstparish.info with questions.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/learn-cpr-and-how-to-use-first-parishs-automated-external-defibrillator/
LOCATION:Bailey Room
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240331T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240331T130000
DTSTAMP:20240318T164135Z
CREATED:20240318T153558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T164135Z
UID:10001079-1711878300-1711890000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:First Parish Peep Fair!! March 31st
DESCRIPTION:It’s Peep season and time for the annual First Parish Peep Fair! Gather your peeps together to create a diorama featuring your peeps in action. \nLooking for inspiration? Google “Peep Diorama” to see all the marvelous things peeps can be. All ages are encouraged to participate! \nThe Peep Fair will take place on Easter Sunday – March 31 in the Vestry. Drop your creations off before church for all to enjoy. \nAfter the Peeps Show on the 31st\, please pick up your PeepArt no later than April 7th; after that time we will throw the crusty peeps away! No need to register\, just come on by with your PeepArt. \nQuestions? Email this year’s Peep Squad to Amy H and Lyn FJ at STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/first-parish-peep-fair-march-31st/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T193000
DTSTAMP:20240215T232645Z
CREATED:20231219T184921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T232645Z
UID:10001070-1713981600-1713987000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! The community potlucks that we began this summer with over 50 people each week and scrumptious dishes\, will continue! A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, on the last Wednesday of the month\, starting January 31\, from 6:00-7:30pm. All are welcome. No sign-up needed. \nMany thanks to our hosts for this spring: \nJanuary 31 – Lay Ministry\nFebruary 28 – Membership Committee\nMarch 27 – Stewardship Committee\nApril 24 – Parish Committee\nMay 29  – Indigenous Justice Working Group (IJWG) \nView or download the Potluck Hosting Checklist \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/community-potluck-2/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings,Ongoing Groups,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T210000
DTSTAMP:20240501T165054Z
CREATED:20240324T181248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T165054Z
UID:10001085-1714757400-1714770000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:May Fundraiser: A Taste of First Parish
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, May 3\, for an evening of music\, art\, food and drink\, community\, and fun to support the important food relief work of World Central Kitchen and the ongoing good work of First Parish.\n\nGet a taste of what our congregation has to offer!\nEnjoy music from Dreadful Selfish Crimes and Stanley and the Undercovers!\nSample craft beer from Arlington Brewing Company!\nBid on a chance to choose a sermon topic next year in the silent auction!\nTake in the congregational art show!\n\nWho’s invited? First Parish members\, friends\, neighbors\, and guests ages 21+. Introduce someone new to First Parish!\n \nTickets are available via Realm here\, or at the door on May 3rd. Suggested donation of $50 each\, which includes one beer or wine coupon.  Can’t attend?  Consider making a donation. All proceeds to be split evenly between World Central Kitchen and First Parish.\n \nHow can I help? There are many bite-sized opportunities to volunteer! Go here to sign up for a shift to help cook\, decorate\, clean up\, or sell tickets.\n \nChild care registration has closed.\n \nQuestion? Email TasteofFP@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/may-fundraiser-a-taste-of-first-parish/
LOCATION:Meet at First Parish\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T090000
DTSTAMP:20240329T170151Z
CREATED:20240329T170119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T170151Z
UID:10001087-1715326200-1715331600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:​Spring Birding Mindfulness Walks (STAR program)
DESCRIPTION:Birding is a wonderful way to stay in the present moment. As we walk through a forest or around a pond or field\, we focus our attention on bird sounds and subtle movements in the trees and shrubs rather than the chatter in our heads. Join us for one or more of the upcoming walks led by Debora Diggins\, birder and casual naturalist. The walks will be slow-paced and on level ground; suitable for adults at any level of birding skill. Bring binoculars. Meet at Arlington Reservoir parking lot. To register\, please email debora.diggins@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info. \nRain cancels. \nWHERE: Arlington Reservoir Parking Lot \nFriday\, May 10 7:30a-9:00a AND Sunday\, May 26 8:00a-9:30a
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/spring-birding-mindfulness-walks1/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Spiritual Growth,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20240514T160443Z
CREATED:20240215T213859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T160443Z
UID:10001062-1715421600-1715428800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Getting Your Life in Order
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Erica Richmond and the STAR committee as we learn about the 5 Wishes tool- a legal document that outlines your physical\, spiritual\, medical wishes during end-of-life care. One of the best gifts we can give our loved ones is the benefit of clarity during a challenging time. In this two-part workshop we will learn more about advanced care planning and work together to fill out these important sets of documents.\n\nRSVP is required — register via Realm.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/getting-your-life-in-order/2024-05-11/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T203000
DTSTAMP:20240503T162037Z
CREATED:20240301T153541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T162037Z
UID:10001074-1715626800-1715632200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Defending Democracy Film\, Discussion & Action Plan
DESCRIPTION:The Defending Democracy Group will host a Zoom Meeting with Guest Speaker Fred VanDeusen\, Convener of Democracy Action Team UUSJ since 2019. After a presentation and sharing of a short video from Fred\, there will be discussion and planning next steps. \nMonday\, May 13\, 7:00pm \nThis meeting is on Zoom only — click here to join the meeting. \nEmail defendingdemocracy@firstparish.info with any questions or for more information.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/defending-democracy-film-discussion-action-plan/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Social Justice
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