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SUMMARY:Post-Election Conversation: Reverberations
DESCRIPTION:After worship\, Rev. Marta Flanagan\, Lead Minister\, and Rev. Erica Richmond\, Parish Minister\, will facilitate a “Reverberations” session in the sanctuary. Reverberations occasionally occurs after Sunday worship giving members of the congregation an opportunity to offer their perspectives.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/post-election-conversation-reverberations/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T203000
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SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE JOIN US on Wednesday\, 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. \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.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/transgender-day-of-resilience/
LOCATION:Front Lawn / Clock tower\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social Justice,Welcoming Congregations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T150000
DTSTAMP:20241117T162135Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T162135Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Fair 2024
DESCRIPTION:Our annual fair sale is back on for 2024! \nIf you have any questions that are not answered below\, send a note to fair@firstparish.info \nSign up to volunteer! \nFor list of suggested donations and guidelines\, please click here \nIf you’re donating a working PC or Mac (less than 10 years old)\, we need a bit more time to prepare these for sale. Please contact Greg (rar@firstparish.info) as soon as possible to arrange a drop off or pickup of your working computer. \nBOOTHS \nHousehold Finds. Our largest booth\, Household Finds is everything that doesn’t fit somewhere else.  Lots of kitchen wares\, including small appliances\, and a solid mass of other bargains. \nToyland.  Games and toys like puzzles\, Legos\, and squirt guns.  In past\, has featured finds like American Girl dolls and indie board games. \nJewelry Box. Rings\, bracelets\, earrings\, brooches\, scarves\, and handbags can all be found in the Jewelry box.  Everything from fun costume jewelry for dress up time at day care to sterling silver and 14K gold.  Come early because the dealers get there fast. \nReboots and Rewinds (electronics).  Computers\, monitors\, stereos\, speakers\, headphones\, keyboards and mice.  Whether it’s a Chromebook for school or an 80W amplifier\, you can find it here for less than anywhere else. \nBook Nook.  Tables and tables of books that will fuel your book group for years to come. \nThe Greenery.  A great selection of indoor and hardy outdoor plants\, pots\, and gardening accessories. \nThe Blue Table.  An unusual tradition started many years ago that draws blue plates\, cups\, vases\, and more from our Attic Treasures.  By far the prettiest table in the sanctuary. \nThe Buttery.  Baked goods are always a hit.  Wrapped for individual sale with a list of ingredients. \nCafe.  Our pop-up cafe always puts together a spectacular meal.  Never the same cuisine twice\, we’ve served spicy-sweet Caribbean\,  Vietnamese Bahn Mi\, and New Orleans muffalettas. \nRaffle.  Year after year our church community pulls together\, by hook or by crook (see what I did there)\, a beautiful quilt that is raffled on Saturday. \nDonations \n 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/harvest-moon-fair-2024/
LOCATION:Meet at First Parish\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T140000
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SUMMARY:Art Show Opening Reception: December 8
DESCRIPTION:Climate Change and the Environment \nhe next congregational art show has the theme of Climate Change and the Environment\, as interpreted by the artist.\nThe show will be hung on December 7th with a reception on December 8th. It will continue through early February. \nFor this show\, we invited works in a variety of media and asked artists to share something about their work\, and how it represents what is important to them about “climate change and the environment”. What do you notice in nature? How do you feel about the climate events that are happening all around us? What concerns you? All works were created by members and friends of First Parish. \nThe opening will be Sunday December 8\, 12:00 – 2pm in the parlor. Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/art-show-opening-reception-december-8/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Committees,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T133000
DTSTAMP:20241210T201510Z
CREATED:20241205T194650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T201510Z
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SUMMARY:Listening Circles: Marta's Retirement
DESCRIPTION:The First Parish Committee on Ministry is holding a listening circle on Sunday\, December 15th immediately following the worship service at 11:45AM in the Sanctuary. In the wake of Marta’s retirement announcement\, we know many folks are eager to share their thoughts and reactions. We’re holding this session to provide a space for parishioners to listen and support each other in this transition. A member of the Parish Committee will also be available to answer questions about logistics and the upcoming search process. Note this is for congregants\, the ministers will not be present. All are welcome; we will hold another session in January.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/listening-circles-martas-retirement/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000
DTSTAMP:20241205T190441Z
CREATED:20241205T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T190441Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Card Writing
DESCRIPTION:One of our members is currently incarcerated and welcomes cards and letters from First Parish friends. Please join us in the Parlor after services on Sunday December 15 – we gather in community to prepare cards of holiday cheer/ well wishes. Please bring any extra holiday cards or stationery and stamps– we will have light snacks to share. Questions? Contact Kate Lenox (klj.arl.ma@gmail.com) or Carolyn Hodges (cjjhodges@gmail.com).
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/holiday-card-writing/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T143000
DTSTAMP:20241213T155633Z
CREATED:20241213T155628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T155633Z
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SUMMARY:Cookie Baking for Christmas Eve
DESCRIPTION:Children and their grown-ups are invited to join Stevie and Carolyn Hodges at First Parish for a cookie baking party! These cookies will be enjoyed between the Christmas eve services (though maybe we’ll sneak a few early!). RSVP to Stevie and Carolyn if you can make it.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/cookie-baking-for-christmas-eve/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Religious Education - Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T190000
DTSTAMP:20241104T142105Z
CREATED:20241104T142008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T142105Z
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SUMMARY:Scottish Fish Holiday Shows
DESCRIPTION:The Celtic music band\, The Scottish Fish\, including former First Parish Youth Group members Caroline Dressler\, Giulia Haible\, and Maggie MacPhail\, will perform two holiday shows on December 22\, 2024 at Club Passim in Cambridge\, 5 PM and 8 PM. Tickets can be obtained from: https://www.passim.org/live-music/events/scottish-fish/. Their holiday shows have sold out in past years. \nClub Passim\nHarvard Square\n47 Palmer St\, Cambridge\, MA 02138
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/scottish-fish-holiday-shows/2024-12-22/1/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T220000
DTSTAMP:20241104T142105Z
CREATED:20241104T142008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T142105Z
UID:10001714-1734897600-1734904800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Scottish Fish Holiday Shows
DESCRIPTION:The Celtic music band\, The Scottish Fish\, including former First Parish Youth Group members Caroline Dressler\, Giulia Haible\, and Maggie MacPhail\, will perform two holiday shows on December 22\, 2024 at Club Passim in Cambridge\, 5 PM and 8 PM. Tickets can be obtained from: https://www.passim.org/live-music/events/scottish-fish/. Their holiday shows have sold out in past years. \nClub Passim\nHarvard Square\n47 Palmer St\, Cambridge\, MA 02138
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/scottish-fish-holiday-shows/2024-12-22/2/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T160000
DTSTAMP:20250203T144234Z
CREATED:20230830T183207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T144234Z
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Hard to predict weather March 2025 will “come in like a lion.” Whether lion or lamb\, please join us for our next first Wednesday blood drive on March 5th\, from 11a-4p. Give the gift of life\, or help others do so\, at our monthly Red Cross blood drive. Donors can make an appointment at redcrossblood.org\, with the ARC Blood Donor app\, or by calling 800-RED-CROSS. Volunteers to help out with set up in advance\, through the day\, or with clean up after\, please sign up online (link posted closer to the drive) or contact John Hodges with questions. Thank you! \nBlood Drives are held at First Parish through the church year: \nSaturdays\, 8am – 2pm: October 5; December 7; February 1\, 2025; April 5\, 2025 \nWednesdays\, 11am – 4pm:  November 6; January 8\, 2025; March 5\, 2025; May 7\, 2025 \n \n\n\nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/blood-drive/2025-01-08/
LOCATION:Sanctuary on Saturdays / Vestry on Weekdays\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T200000
DTSTAMP:20250106T163201Z
CREATED:20241220T193057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T163201Z
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SUMMARY:Family Game Night - Youth Group Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the Youth Group in a Family Game Night happening on Friday\, January 10th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. This is the first fundraiser of the year to support the youth group in lowering the cost of this year’s service trip. Food and game directions will be provided!!
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/family-game-night-youth-group-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Community,Youth Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T140000
DTSTAMP:20241204T151233Z
CREATED:20241204T151012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T151233Z
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SUMMARY:Flash Quilt Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us and help create the First Parish Harvest Moon quilts for 2025\, “Colors of the Silk Road”! \nSaturday\, January 11\, 10am – 2pm\, in the First Parish Vestry. \n\nWelcome quilters of all skill levels! Please join us Saturday Jan 11\, 2025 in the vestry for a fun day of sewing and community. We will be working to complete the 2025 Harvest Moon Fair raffle quilt: Colors of the Silk Road. AND bring a friend! \nWe will start at 10am and finish up around 2pm. Our blocks are constructed using a “broken rail block”–Very simple! — We have already started these blocks (at our March Flash quilt gathering). I will bring completed blocks\, additional materials\, and provide cutting and sewing directions at our Saturday gathering. \nWhat to bring:\n– a working sewing machine (that you know how to use)\, be sure you have your pedal and the machine power cord!\n– a 1/4 inch foot (seam allowance is 1/4 inch)– if you do not have this\, fear not- we can work around it…\n– sewing and cutting tools (scissors\, seam ripper\,etc) and thread (neutral is great do not worry about matching colors).\n– cutting rulers\n– sewing threads\, needles for the hand quilting project\n– extra fabrics- Cream / light tone on tone values especially welcome ( will have a small selections as well)\n– water bottle/ beverage and lunch and/or snack ( NOTE: we will not eat/drink in the vestry- this is a mask optional environment- Certainly plan to snack in the narthex\, courtyard- weather dependent\, or find an open meeting room) \n***Iron/ Ironing board (we only need a couple- your willingness to bring this would be a great help) \nQuestions? Please contact Carolyn Hodges (cjjhodges@gmail.com) \nHope to see you there!
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/flash-quilt-day-2/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T133000
DTSTAMP:20250102T204643Z
CREATED:20250102T204643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T204643Z
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SUMMARY:"The Dreamlife Of Georgie Stone\," Film and Discussion with snacks!
DESCRIPTION:This half-hour documentary spans most of the 22-year life of Georgie Stone\, a young Australian trans activist\, revealing her memories as she grows up\, affirms her gender\, finds her voice\, fights to change laws and public perception\, and becomes a role model for other trans kids throughout the world. \nDiscussion right after the showing. \nSnacks and Event brought to you by the Welcoming Congregation Committee.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/the-dreamlife-of-georgie-stone-film-and-discussion-with-snacks/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Welcoming Congregations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T210000
DTSTAMP:20241220T190528Z
CREATED:20241220T190413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T190528Z
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SUMMARY:STAR Open Houses
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand – STAR is bringing back Open Houses. Drop by for quiet evenings in the Parlor when you can relax\, read a book\, talk with friends or participate in an activity.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/star-open-houses/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T160000
DTSTAMP:20250115T140551Z
CREATED:20250114T200027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T140551Z
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SUMMARY:Sharing Circle on Inauguration Day
DESCRIPTION:Led by Lori Kenschaft \nMany of us are feeling challenging emotions related to the direction of our country and our world — grief\, fear\, anger\, incredulity\, sadness\, etc. We may also sometimes feel pressure to appear optimistic or determined. Presenting an upbeat face can feel exhausting or isolating\, even if we see the wisdom in keeping active and not dragging other people down. \nThis gathering will invite participants to share the hard feelings\, whatever they are. We will use a structure inspired by restorative justice circles to create a space for careful listening and deep sharing. This is not a meeting for making decisions or planning anything. Instead\, it’s an opportunity to be in community\, to speak from the heart\, and to really hear each other. \nQuestions? Contact us at STAR@firstparish.info.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/sharing-circle-on-inauguration-day/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T200000
DTSTAMP:20250116T142444Z
CREATED:20250116T142444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T142444Z
UID:10001811-1737743400-1737748800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Alliance Chowder Supper and Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:During these cold\, blustery January days\, does your heart call out for something warm and comforting? Why not attend the Alliance Chowder Supper for a bowl of hot chowder or soup? It is an in-person event held in the Vestry. \nThe Chowder Supper is a social gathering. Please join Alliance members and friends for an evening of conversation\, fellowship\, and good food. This year you are encouraged to bring a book you’ve read to swap with someone else. If you have no books from which you are willing to part\, the Friends of the Robbins Library sell used books for a reasonable price on the 4th floor of the library. \nOn the menu you will find New England clam chowder and New England fish chowder from Fresh Pond Seafood; Robbie Rinearson’s corn chowder; Annette Sawyers’ vegan lentil soup; Cheri Minton’s cornbread; and garden salad provided by Anne Ehlert and Pam Baldwin \nAll are welcome to the supper hosted by the Alliance Board. Potluck desserts are welcomed. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/alliance-chowder-supper-and-book-swap/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alliance Program,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T160000
DTSTAMP:20250123T181622Z
CREATED:20250121T184311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T181622Z
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SUMMARY:Tea with Rev. Tricia Brennan
DESCRIPTION:Help us welcome Rev. Tricia Brennan! The Committee on Ministry is hosting Tea w/Tricia on Sunday\, 1/26 from 2pm-4pm in the Parlor. Please come by and say hello and meet Tricia. All are invited.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/tea-with-rev-tricia-brennan/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T193000
DTSTAMP:20250121T203801Z
CREATED:20240904T162415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T203801Z
UID:10001821-1738173600-1738179000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Monthly Community Potlucks\, 2024-2025
DESCRIPTION:A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held from 6:00-7:30 September – May on the last Wednesday of the month\, except in November/December when there will be just one potluck\, on Wednesday\, December 4. \nPotlucks will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, except in September and May when they might be in the courtyard\, weather permitting.  All are welcome. No sign-up needed.  Please bring a dish to share (but if you can’t\, still come – there will be plenty of food for all); if possible\, bring your own dishes and utensils. \nWe will need a different group or committee to host each dinner. If you are part of a group of at least 5 people\, (including Covenant groups\, knitting groups\, dog-walking groups etc.) please consider signing up for a date using this Google document. View or download this Potluck Host Checklist to help you prepare. \nThe next potluck will be Wednesday\, January 29. \n2024 potluck dates: October 30; December 4 \n2025 potluck dates: January 29; February 26; March 26; April 30; May 28 \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/monthly-community-potlucks-20242025/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T193000
DTSTAMP:20250912T173410Z
CREATED:20250912T173410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T173410Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Community Potlucks\, 2025-2026
DESCRIPTION:A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held from 6:00-7:30 September – May on the last Wednesday of the month\, except in November/December when there will be just one potluck\, on Wednesday\, December 3. \nPotlucks will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, except in September and May when they might be in the courtyard\, weather permitting.  All are welcome. No sign-up needed.  Please bring a dish to share (but if you can’t\, still come – there will be plenty of food for all); if possible\, bring your own dishes and utensils. \nWe will need a different group or committee to host each dinner. If you are part of a group of at least 5 people\, (including Covenant groups\, knitting groups\, dog-walking groups etc.) please consider signing up for a date (online signup forthcoming). View or download this Potluck Host Checklist to help you prepare. \n2025 potluck dates: September 24\, October 29; December 3 \n2026 potluck dates: January 28; February 25; March 25; April 29; May 27 \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/monthly-community-potlucks-2025-2026-2/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T140000
DTSTAMP:20250203T144234Z
CREATED:20230830T183207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T144234Z
UID:10001729-1738396800-1738418400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Hard to predict weather March 2025 will “come in like a lion.” Whether lion or lamb\, please join us for our next first Wednesday blood drive on March 5th\, from 11a-4p. Give the gift of life\, or help others do so\, at our monthly Red Cross blood drive. Donors can make an appointment at redcrossblood.org\, with the ARC Blood Donor app\, or by calling 800-RED-CROSS. Volunteers to help out with set up in advance\, through the day\, or with clean up after\, please sign up online (link posted closer to the drive) or contact John Hodges with questions. Thank you! \nBlood Drives are held at First Parish through the church year: \nSaturdays\, 8am – 2pm: October 5; December 7; February 1\, 2025; April 5\, 2025 \nWednesdays\, 11am – 4pm:  November 6; January 8\, 2025; March 5\, 2025; May 7\, 2025 \n \n\n\nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/blood-drive/2025-02-01/
LOCATION:Sanctuary on Saturdays / Vestry on Weekdays\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T200000
DTSTAMP:20250130T194623Z
CREATED:20250123T193652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T194623Z
UID:10001826-1738432800-1738440000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Line Dance - Youth Group Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join the Youth Group in fundraising for our service trip in April. We are back with another line dance! All are invited to come spend an evening dancing in the Sanctuary. There will be opportunities to learn and follow along with some guided steps led by Youth Program Coordinator\, Rose Sawyer Marsh and her mother\, Annette Sawyer. Food and drink will be available for purchase.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/line-dance-youth-group-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Sanctuary and Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Religious Education - Youth,Youth Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T180000
DTSTAMP:20250113T164953Z
CREATED:20250113T164953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T164953Z
UID:10001785-1739462400-1739469600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:STAR Open Houses
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand – STAR is bringing back Open Houses. Drop by for quiet evenings in the Parlor when you can relax\, read a book\, talk with friends or participate in an activity.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/star-open-houses-2/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T210000
DTSTAMP:20250206T164753Z
CREATED:20250131T200802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T164753Z
UID:10001833-1739631600-1739653200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:POSTPONED (date TBD) Winter Festival of Justice and Light
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED – NEW DATE TBD \nFirst Parish’s Reckoning and Repair Working Group is sponsoring a Festival of Justice and LIght on Saturday\, February 15 from 3:00 pm till 9:00 pm. The purpose is to anchor our community in the ongoing work of reckoning and repair. This event will feature worship\, education\, films\, music and dancing. For dinner. we will be serving vegetarian African peanut stew. Please bring a salad to share. Please sign up to attend at the Reckoning and Repair table after worship.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/winter-festival-of-justice-and-light/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T193000
DTSTAMP:20250121T203801Z
CREATED:20240904T162415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T203801Z
UID:10001822-1740592800-1740598200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Monthly Community Potlucks\, 2024-2025
DESCRIPTION:A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held from 6:00-7:30 September – May on the last Wednesday of the month\, except in November/December when there will be just one potluck\, on Wednesday\, December 4. \nPotlucks will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, except in September and May when they might be in the courtyard\, weather permitting.  All are welcome. No sign-up needed.  Please bring a dish to share (but if you can’t\, still come – there will be plenty of food for all); if possible\, bring your own dishes and utensils. \nWe will need a different group or committee to host each dinner. If you are part of a group of at least 5 people\, (including Covenant groups\, knitting groups\, dog-walking groups etc.) please consider signing up for a date using this Google document. View or download this Potluck Host Checklist to help you prepare. \nThe next potluck will be Wednesday\, January 29. \n2024 potluck dates: October 30; December 4 \n2025 potluck dates: January 29; February 26; March 26; April 30; May 28 \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/monthly-community-potlucks-20242025/2025-02-26/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T193000
DTSTAMP:20250912T173410Z
CREATED:20250912T173410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T173410Z
UID:10002378-1740592800-1740598200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Monthly Community Potlucks\, 2025-2026
DESCRIPTION:A community potluck dinner sponsored by the STAR committee\, will be held from 6:00-7:30 September – May on the last Wednesday of the month\, except in November/December when there will be just one potluck\, on Wednesday\, December 3. \nPotlucks will be held indoors\, in the Vestry\, except in September and May when they might be in the courtyard\, weather permitting.  All are welcome. No sign-up needed.  Please bring a dish to share (but if you can’t\, still come – there will be plenty of food for all); if possible\, bring your own dishes and utensils. \nWe will need a different group or committee to host each dinner. If you are part of a group of at least 5 people\, (including Covenant groups\, knitting groups\, dog-walking groups etc.) please consider signing up for a date (online signup forthcoming). View or download this Potluck Host Checklist to help you prepare. \n2025 potluck dates: September 24\, October 29; December 3 \n2026 potluck dates: January 28; February 25; March 25; April 29; May 27 \nFor questions and more details\, contact Lynn Rosenbaum at lynnArosenbaum@gmail.com or STAR@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/monthly-community-potlucks-2025-2026-2/2025-02-26/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T133000
DTSTAMP:20250220T151843Z
CREATED:20250220T151843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T151843Z
UID:10001849-1740916800-1740922200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:All Congregational Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 2\, 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-2025/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T160000
DTSTAMP:20250203T155614Z
CREATED:20250203T155614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T155614Z
UID:10001730-1741172400-1741190400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Hard to predict weather March 2025 will “come in like a lion.” Whether lion or lamb\, please join us for our next first Wednesday blood drive on March 5th\, from 11a-4p. Give the gift of life\, or help others do so\, at our monthly Red Cross blood drive. Donors can make an appointment at redcrossblood.org\, with the ARC Blood Donor app\, or by calling 800-RED-CROSS. Volunteers to help out with set up in advance\, through the day\, or with clean up after\, please sign up online (link posted closer to the drive) or contact John Hodges with questions. Thank you! \nBlood Drives are held at First Parish through the church year: \nSaturdays\, 8am – 2pm: October 5; December 7; February 1\, 2025; April 5\, 2025 \nWednesdays\, 11am – 4pm:  November 6; January 8\, 2025; March 5\, 2025; May 7\, 2025 \n \n\n\nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/blood-drive-2/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:Sanctuary on Saturdays / Vestry on Weekdays\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Community
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