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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T123000
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T193000
DTSTAMP:20250121T203801Z
CREATED:20240904T162415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T203801Z
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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-20242025/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T193000
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-2025-2026-2/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000
DTSTAMP:20250401T162124Z
CREATED:20250401T162102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T162124Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Clean-it / Fix-it Day
DESCRIPTION:The entire First Parish community is invited to help out on the spring Clean-it / Fix-it day\, Saturday\, May 3\, 9am-noon. \nPast days have included gardening\, painting\, cleaning and just general sprucing up around First Parish. \nThis is a great way to meet new people and make a difference~~we hope you will join us. \nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/clean-it-fix-it-day-2/
LOCATION:Meet at First Parish\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gatherings,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T193000
DTSTAMP:20250121T203801Z
CREATED:20240904T162415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T203801Z
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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-20242025/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T223000
DTSTAMP:20250509T172912Z
CREATED:20250508T142439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T172912Z
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SUMMARY:Retirement Celebration for Lead Minister Marta Flanagan
DESCRIPTION:Join the entire First Parish community on Saturday\, May 31 to celebrate Rev. Marta Flanagan’s exemplary 16 year service to First Parish as Lead Minister. \nPlease RSVP by May 15. Register by clicking here\, or the click on the save the date image to the right. \nFestive food and drink will be served.\nSpeeches and music\nChildcare provided
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/retirement-celebration-for-lead-minister-marta-flanagan/
LOCATION:Sanctuary and Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T133000
DTSTAMP:20250604T191829Z
CREATED:20250604T185000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T191829Z
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SUMMARY:All Church Picnic and Barbeque
DESCRIPTION:Come one and all to the All-Church Picnic and BBQ after service this Sunday\, June 8th! We will have plenty of grilled food\, both meat and veggie\, salads\, and drinks. Desserts are potluck — feel free to bring one if you feel inspired\, or just show up to eat!
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/all-church-picnic-and-barbeque/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T123000
DTSTAMP:20250604T194353Z
CREATED:20250604T192455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T194353Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Pride Parade 2025
DESCRIPTION:First Parish will be marching again in the Boston Pride Parade!! The parade will be starting at Copley Plaza. If you want to travel there with FP folks\, a group is meeting at Alewife T stop at 10 on the 14th. Please let Joanne Pohl or Maureen Dolan know if you want to travel with them. \nSaturday\, June 14\, 11:00am\, Copley Plaza (meet at Alewife at 10am) \nAt 10am on Saturday the 14th\, before the Parade\, Arlington Street Church will be offering a pre-Pride worship service and celebration. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/boston-pride-parade-2025/
LOCATION:Copley Plaza\, 206 Clarendon St\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Welcoming Congregations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T193000
DTSTAMP:20250624T155024Z
CREATED:20250624T154911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T155024Z
UID:10001902-1750874400-1750879800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION CHANGE THIS WEEK – Due to extreme temperatures\, we will be meeting in the May Room (main level of Parish House)\, which has air conditioning.\n\nJoin us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025-2/
LOCATION:May Room
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001903-1751479200-1751484600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001904-1752084000-1752089400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-07-09/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001905-1752688800-1752694200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001906-1753293600-1753299000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T113000
DTSTAMP:20250723T153609Z
CREATED:20250723T153609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T153609Z
UID:10002340-1753610400-1753615800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Local Legacies: UUUM Walking Tour of Roxbury's Nubian Square
DESCRIPTION:Take a walking tour of Roxbury’s Nubian Square this coming SUNDAY\, July 27. Designed and led by students of the UUUM’s Roxbury Youth Program\, “Local Legacies” offers both historic\, cultural and personal perspectives of the neighborhood of the UUUM Meetinghouse. 10-11:30 a.m.\nFor more details and to register: https://www.uuum.org/event-details/local-legacies-student-led-tour-1.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/local-legacies-uuum-walking-tour-of-roxburys-nubian-square/
LOCATION:UU Urban Ministry\, 10 Putnam Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Racial Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001907-1753898400-1753903800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001908-1754503200-1754508600@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001909-1755108000-1755113400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001910-1755712800-1755718200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001911-1756317600-1756323000@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T123000
DTSTAMP:20250825T175501Z
CREATED:20250813T152049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T175501Z
UID:10002346-1756728000-1756729800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Labor Day Prayers for Liberty Walk stop at First Parish
DESCRIPTION:On May 30th\, Prayers for Liberty held an interfaith clergy march from Lexington to Boston. Hundreds of faith leaders from all different sects and creeds came together in support of democracy and human rights. First Parish hosted the group and we are thrilled to host them again when they march again on Labor Day. \nRev. Dr. Jonipher Kwong will speak on the First Parish lawn\, and we will offer refreshments to all marching. Anyone who wishes to join the march is welcome! \nWe need volunteers to help with welcoming\, refreshments\, and clean-up. Please email Rev. Erica at erica.richmond@firstparish.info if you are interested in volunteering. \nThe walk will take place on Labor Day\, September 1st\, from 9:00 – 5:00\, and the group will be stopping at First Parish from 12:00 – 12:30pm. For more information\, please visit the Prayers for Liberty website.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/labor-day-prayers-for-liberty-walk/
LOCATION:Front Lawn / Clock tower\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social Justice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T193000
DTSTAMP:20250530T191102Z
CREATED:20250530T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191102Z
UID:10001912-1756922400-1756927800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Summer Potlucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for summer potlucks and community in the Courtyard (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Each week is sponsored by a First Parish group or committee. Bring something to share and enjoy the company. In case of rain\, we will gather in the Vestry. The potlucks will run from Wednesday\, June 25\, through Wednesday\, September 3.\n\nIf you are part of a group that is hosting\, here is a link to the Host Checklist.\n\nHere are some Potluck Recipe Ideas.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact worshipassociates@firstparish.info
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/summer-potlucks-2025/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Courtyard\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T183000
DTSTAMP:20250912T143800Z
CREATED:20250912T143800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T143800Z
UID:10002362-1758648600-1758652200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Taschlich for Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Arlington Jewish Connections warmly invites you to the ritual of Tashlich for the Rosh Hashanah new year. We will meet at 5:30pm on Tuesday\, September 23rd at the main door of First Parish at 630 Mass Ave. Arlington. Please bring a mask and some breadcrumbs. Copies of the ritual can be emailed in advance. Ask if you would like a copy. Contact us at – jewishconnections@firstparish.info \nAt 6pm\, we will walk 10 minutes to the Mill Brook\, to Cooke’s Hollow. Each person will throw the breadcrumbs they bring into the water to cast away sins and regrets. \nThe event is suitable for all ages and is open to all. It occurs rain or shine. Please bring a mask\, bring breadcrumbs\, dress for the weather\, and wear comfy shoes. Children are most welcome. BYOBC – Bring Your Own Bread Crumbs \n* What the Ritual is:\nTashlich to cast away sins and regrets for the new year \n* What to Bring:\nBreadcrumbs\nMask to wear \n* When:\nTuesday\, September 23rd 2025 (5786)\nfrom 5:30pm to 7pm \n* Where:\nMEET AT 5:30pm\nFirst Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington\n630 Mass Ave\, Arlington\, MA\ncorner of Mass Ave and Route 60 – Arlington Center\nWALK AT 6pm\nTO Mill Brook near Police Station \n* Who:\nAnyone of any age or background\nwho was not quite perfect last year\nand would like a chance\, in a ritual context\nto reflect on how to do better and be better next year
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/taschlich-for-rosh-hashanah/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Spiritual Growth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T193000
DTSTAMP:20250918T184959Z
CREATED:20250912T173654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T184959Z
UID:10002382-1758736800-1758742200@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 to host using this Google sheet. 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-2025-2026-3/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T130000
DTSTAMP:20250929T181627Z
CREATED:20250929T181627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T181627Z
UID:10002491-1759663800-1759669200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Knitting Circles
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Knitting Circle will take place in the Damon Room starting on Sunday\, October 5\, from 11:30 to 1. The group is open and welcoming to all to all skill levels. Crocheters and other crafters welcome\, as well. No need to register to join – just drop in! \n 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/knitting-circles/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:Damon
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000
DTSTAMP:20251016T184914Z
CREATED:20251016T153605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T184914Z
UID:10002507-1760875200-1760878800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Transition Team Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:The Transition Team invites your thoughts and feedback about life at First Parish and our aspirations for the future!  We will be hosting listening sessions and other events over the next two years\, beginning with an in-person listening session on Sunday\, October 19 from 12-1:00 pm in the Parlor and a Zoom session on Tuesday\, October 21 from 6-7 pm (please register here for the Zoom link). After a brief introduction and reflection by Rev. Marc Fredette\, we are available to talk about the process that led to some of the changes in worship this fall and hear your feedback on those and other aspects of First Parish life.  We also welcome your feedback by email and are happy to meet in-person on a one-to-one basis.  Contact us at:  transitionteam@firstparish.info. \nJulie Garry & Kay Snowden\, Co-Chairs \nRev. Dr. Jonipher Kwong\, Interim Lead Minister \nMarilyn Downs\, Lois Fine\, Marc Jacobson\, Lida Junghans\, Team Members
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/transition-team-listening-sessions/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T190000
DTSTAMP:20251016T153652Z
CREATED:20251016T153652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T153652Z
UID:10002508-1761069600-1761073200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Transition Team Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:The Transition Team invites your thoughts and feedback about life at First Parish and our aspirations for the future!  We will be hosting listening sessions and other events over the next two years\, beginning with an in-person listening session on Sunday\, October 19 from 12-1:00 pm in the Parlor and a Zoom session on Tuesday\, October 21 from 6-7 pm (please register here for the Zoom link). After a brief introduction and reflection by Rev. Marc Fredette\, we are available to talk about the process that led to some of the changes in worship this fall and hear your feedback on those and other aspects of First Parish life.  We also welcome your feedback by email and are happy to meet in-person on a one-to-one basis.  Contact us at:  transitionteam@firstparish.info. \nJulie Garry & Kay Snowden\, Co-Chairs \nRev. Dr. Jonipher Kwong\, Interim Lead Minister \nMarilyn Downs\, Lois Fine\, Marc Jacobson\, Lida Junghans\, Team Members
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/transition-team-listening-sessions-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church Business,Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20250923T172045Z
CREATED:20250923T153803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172045Z
UID:10002396-1761246000-1761253200@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:"Your Fat Friend" Film Screening and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community screening of the fabulous film “Your Fat Friend.” The film explores the anti-fat bias many of us hold and how we might reorient toward body positivity / neutrality. After the screening\, we will have a community discussion. All are welcome. \nRSVP via Realm or contact Rev. Erica Richmond directly. \nThursday\, October 23\, 7:00pm\, in the Parlor.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/your-fat-friend-film-screening-and-conversation/
LOCATION:Parlor\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T193000
DTSTAMP:20260211T175950Z
CREATED:20251015T170158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T175950Z
UID:10002383-1761760800-1761766200@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 to host using this Google sheet. 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-2025-2026-3-2/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Vestry\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Spotlight,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T130000
DTSTAMP:20250929T181627Z
CREATED:20250929T181627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T181627Z
UID:10002492-1762083000-1762088400@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Knitting Circles
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Knitting Circle will take place in the Damon Room starting on Sunday\, October 5\, from 11:30 to 1. The group is open and welcoming to all to all skill levels. Crocheters and other crafters welcome\, as well. No need to register to join – just drop in! \n 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/knitting-circles/2025-11-02/
LOCATION:Damon
CATEGORIES:Community,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T150000
DTSTAMP:20251223T210725Z
CREATED:20251030T173701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T210725Z
UID:10002515-1762336800-1762354800@www.firstparish.info
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to First Parish from 10a-3p to give the gift of life! Please make an appointment in advance at redcrossblood.org\, in the ARC Blood Donor app\, or by calling 800-RED-CROSS. Thank you! Consider helping make this a success by reaching out to John at blooddrive@firstparish.info! First Parish volunteers welcome\, and I can help you if you’re interested in becoming an ARC volunteer! I’ve been one for 49 years\, and I’ve made 651 blood and platelet donations\, and there’re still folks in need. Please help? Thank you! \nBlood Drives are held at First Parish a few times during the church year: \nSaturday\, 8am – 2pm\, in the Vestry and/or Sanctuary: December 6\, 2025 \nWeekdays\, 10am – 3pm\, in the Vestry:  \n\nWednesday\, November 5\, 2025\nWednesday\, January 7\, 2026\nTuesday\, Tuesday\, January 20\, 2026\nWednesday\, March 4\, 2026\n\n \n\n\nBack to Events
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/red-cross-blood-drive/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:Sanctuary on Saturdays / Vestry on Weekdays\, 630 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Community
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