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SUMMARY:Taschlich for Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Arlington Jewish Connections warmly invites you to the ritual of Tashlich for the Rosh Hashanah new year. We will meet at 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:20241222T200000
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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/2024-12-22/2/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T190000
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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:20241107T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T210000
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CREATED:20241023T152716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T153436Z
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SUMMARY:A Queer and Tender Guide to Parenting with author S. Bear Bergman
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Jewish Book Month\, spend a virtual evening with author S. Bear Bergman as he speaks about his newest book\, Special Topics in Being a Parent: A Queer and Tender Guide to Things I’ve Learned About Parenting\, Mostly the Hard Way. Using his own choices – and errors – by way of example\, Bergman offers suggestions for various stages of the parenting journey\, from asking “Are we ready to have a kid?” to talking with children about diversity and difference\, to questioning gender expectations placed on both kids and parents – all with plenty of humor and compassion. \nAttendees will receive a discount code to purchase Bergman’s book. S. Bear Bergman is the author of nine books\, the founder of Flamingo Rampant Press\, and a frequent consultant on equity and inclusion. Bergman focuses on making trans cultural competency interventions any way he can and navigating the joys and challenges of parenting\, including the omnipresent hazard of his children’s Legos. Learn more at sbearbergman.com. \nTo register online\, please visit the event page and click on the “Register” button. \nQuestions: please contact LGBTQfamilies@jccgb.org. \nIn partnership with the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island\, Unitarian Universalist Church of Haverhill\, and First Parish of Arlington\, MA
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/a-queer-and-tender-guide-to-parenting/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T150000
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SUMMARY:Arlington Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a town wide celebration of this land’s First Peoples! This free event at Arlington Town Hall is suitable for all ages and will feature a fun and educational performance by the Mashpee Wampanoag Red Hawk Singers and Dancers. Through song\, dance\, and teachings\, the Red Hawk Singers and Dancers promote traditional Wampanoag values such as humility and respect to create true connections between diverse cultures and communities. Sponsored by the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum\, Old Schwamb Mill\, Robbins Library\, the Arlington Human Rights Commission\, and First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington. Please spread the word!
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/arlington-indigenous-peoples-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T140000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Friday June 7 and Saturday June 8 \nFirst Parish Concord\, 20 Lexington Road \nOur congregation has been invited to join the UU congregation in Concord for a Democracy Festival! There is an impressive group of speakers Friday night (David Pepper\, Nancy Gertner) and Saturday’s celebration includes live music\, food and games. Please join the Defending Democracy Group for this exciting event!\nIf you have questions or If you would like to carpool\, please email defendingdemocracy@firstparish.info. \nFriday\, June 7\, 7:00 pm \nAn Evening of Ideas on Democracy \nFirst Parish in Concord\, 20 Lexington Road \nAn evening with four very impressive and dynamic speakers: \n\nDavid Pepper\, Ohio oracle\, democracy enthusiast\, and author of Saving Democracy: A User’s Manual for Every American (on Zoom)\nNancy Gertner\, former federal judge who built her career around standing up for women’s rights\, civil liberties and justice for all (on video)\nWhitney Taylor\, ACLU Mass Political Director\, coordinates ACLU public advocacy activities in Massachusetts (in-person)\nVirginia Kase Solomón\, President and CEO of Common Cause\, former CEO of League of Women Voters\, she is a national leader in lifting up the voices of our nation to join the pro-democracy movement (in-person)\n\n  \nSaturday\, June 8\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \nDemocracy Festival \nFirst Parish in Concord\, 20 Lexington Road \nJoin your fellow citizens to celebrate democracy! We will gather on the church grounds or inside if it’s raining.  \nWe are at a turning point in this country. Learn how you can help protect our democracy and freedoms\, build an inclusive\, collaborative\, powerful Democracy Movement\, and create the country we want to be.  \nIt starts with all of us. Invite your family and friends! Become a part of our history\, eat\, drink\, engage with others\, listen to good music\, and have some fun too! 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/celebrate-democracy-2/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T140000
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CREATED:20240528T161857Z
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SUMMARY:March with First Parish at the Boston Pride Parade
DESCRIPTION:For the first time in over 15 years\, First Parish Arlington is marching in Boston’ s Pride Parade! How much fun to march\, dance\, shout\, and celebrate our LGBTQ+ selves\, friends and family! Join Rev. Erica and the Welcoming Congregation Committee on Saturday\, June 8th at 11 am downtown. Kids and families are welcomed! \nPlease email erica.richmond@firstparish.info in advance to RSVP and make travel arrangements! \nVisit the Boston Pride website.
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/march-with-first-parish-at-the-boston-pride-parade/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Welcoming Congregations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062912
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Friday June 7 and Saturday June 8 \nFirst Parish Concord\, 20 Lexington Road \nOur congregation has been invited to join the UU congregation in Concord for a Democracy Festival! There is an impressive group of speakers Friday night (David Pepper\, Nancy Gertner) and Saturday’s celebration includes live music\, food and games. Please join the Defending Democracy Group for this exciting event!\nIf you have questions or If you would like to carpool\, please email defendingdemocracy@firstparish.info. \nFriday\, June 7\, 7:00 pm \nAn Evening of Ideas on Democracy \nFirst Parish in Concord\, 20 Lexington Road \nAn evening with four very impressive and dynamic speakers: \n\nDavid Pepper\, Ohio oracle\, democracy enthusiast\, and author of Saving Democracy: A User’s Manual for Every American (on Zoom)\nNancy Gertner\, former federal judge who built her career around standing up for women’s rights\, civil liberties and justice for all (on video)\nWhitney Taylor\, ACLU Mass Political Director\, coordinates ACLU public advocacy activities in Massachusetts (in-person)\nVirginia Kase Solomón\, President and CEO of Common Cause\, former CEO of League of Women Voters\, she is a national leader in lifting up the voices of our nation to join the pro-democracy movement (in-person)\n\n  \nSaturday\, June 8\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \nDemocracy Festival \nFirst Parish in Concord\, 20 Lexington Road \n  \nJoin your fellow citizens to celebrate democracy! We will gather on the church grounds or inside if it’s raining.  \nWe are at a turning point in this country. Learn how you can help protect our democracy and freedoms\, build an inclusive\, collaborative\, powerful Democracy Movement\, and create the country we want to be.  \nIt starts with all of us. Invite your family and friends! Become a part of our history\, eat\, drink\, engage with others\, listen to good music\, and have some fun too! 
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/celebrate-democracy/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T093000
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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-walks2/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Community,Spiritual Growth,Star Adult RE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062912
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T143140Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial for Rachel Masson
DESCRIPTION:Memorial for Rachel Masson\, wife of First Parish Member Mary-Beth Landy\n  \nSaturday\, May 18\, 11 am at St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Greenfield MA\nRev. Marta Morris Flanagan officiating\nAll are welcome to the service and reception.\nFor more information see: https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/31461661/rachel-a-masson\n  \nMap of St Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 23 Long Ave\, Greenfield\, MA
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/memorial-for-rachel-masson/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Memorial Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T090000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062912
CREATED:20240329T170119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T170151Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240505
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SUMMARY:Traits of the Soul: An All Day Contemplative Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Traits of the Soul: An All Day Contemplative Retreat\nwith Rev. Marta Flanagan and Bonnie Zimmer\nSaturday\, May 4\, 2024 8:00 am to 4:00 pm\nAdelynrood Retreat Center in Byfield MA \nWhat is the next right thing for you to embrace in life? How might you do that well? In this all day contemplative retreat\, drawing on insights of the Benedictines\, a Christian monastic tradition\, and using the tools of Mussar\, an ancient Jewish spiritual\npractice\, we will consider these questions. \nOur time together will include gatherings\, silence\, and journaling.  We will share a breakfast and a silent lunch. \nA fee of $60 covers breakfast\, lunch and rental of the retreat center.  If this fee creates an obstacle please contact Marta (marta@firstparish.info). \nPlease register via Realm. Attendance limited to 50\, and the registration deadline is April 18th.  If you have any questions\, or problems registering\, please contact Steph M. via STAR@FirstParish.info. \nAdelynrood is an hour drive from Arlington. Adelynrood’s Main House\, built in 1914\, is gracious and rustic with wide screened porches\, an abundance of rocking chairs for relaxing and libraries for browsing.  For more information about Adelynrood see https://www.adelynrood.org/
URL:https://www.firstparish.info/event/traits-of-the-soul-an-all-day-contemplative-retreat/
LOCATION:Offsite: see event description
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Spiritual Growth
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