• Women’s Book Group

    Women’s Book Group
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    The women’s book group meets every first Thursday at 7pm (on Zoom), not including Summer months. Book selections for 2025-2026 are: June 2026 - MEET IN PERSON IN THE PARLOR: Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson May 2026: Two short books, Small Things Like These and Foster, by Claire Keegan April 2026: The Emperor of Gladness, by […]

  • Finding Your Walden: How to Strive Less, Simplify More, and Embrace What Matters Most

    Grady Room +2 more

    Inspired by the book with the same title by Jen Tota McGivney, we will explore the ways Thoreau's wisdom may apply to and inspire our 21st century lives.  There will be two sessions this spring and we will continue the conversation in the fall.  It is not necessary to read the book. In-person and remote […]

  • Monday In-Person Meditation

    Monday In-Person Meditation
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Looking for support for your meditation practice? Join us for 30 minutes of silent sitting. Beginners and experienced meditators welcome.  Please drop in whenever you like–no ongoing commitment required. Meets Mondays 6:00-7:00pm in the Parlor. For more information, please email meditation@firstparish.info Back to Events

  • Covenant Discernment and Listening Circle

    Covenant Discernment Circles
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Come join the First Parish Covenant Task Force, Transition Team, and Parish Committee members to share your voice and experiences! In facilitated small group conversations (called "discernment circles"), you’ll be asked your thoughts on how we put our shared values into practice in our community. Notes from these conversations will be instrumental to the formation […]

  • Monday In-Person Meditation

    Monday In-Person Meditation
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Looking for support for your meditation practice? Join us for 30 minutes of silent sitting. Beginners and experienced meditators welcome.  Please drop in whenever you like–no ongoing commitment required. Meets Mondays 6:00-7:00pm in the Parlor. For more information, please email meditation@firstparish.info Back to Events

  • Finding Your Walden: How to Strive Less, Simplify More, and Embrace What Matters Most

    Grady Room +2 more

    Inspired by the book with the same title by Jen Tota McGivney, we will explore the ways Thoreau's wisdom may apply to and inspire our 21st century lives.  There will be two sessions this spring and we will continue the conversation in the fall.  It is not necessary to read the book. In-person and remote […]

  • Monday In-Person Meditation

    Monday In-Person Meditation
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Looking for support for your meditation practice? Join us for 30 minutes of silent sitting. Beginners and experienced meditators welcome.  Please drop in whenever you like–no ongoing commitment required. Meets Mondays 6:00-7:00pm in the Parlor. For more information, please email meditation@firstparish.info Back to Events

  • Finding Your Walden: How to Strive Less, Simplify More, and Embrace What Matters Most

    Grady Room +2 more

    Inspired by the book with the same title by Jen Tota McGivney, we will explore the ways Thoreau's wisdom may apply to and inspire our 21st century lives.  There will be two sessions this spring and we will continue the conversation in the fall.  It is not necessary to read the book. In-person and remote […]

  • Staffing at First Parish: Where Do We Go From Here?

    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    What are the possibilities for staffing in the coming years? Join the Transition Team to discuss what we’ve learned from peer congregations and how we can creatively navigate our budget to support the ministries we love. Whether you’re interested in the data or the vision, your participation is vital. Join one of these Sessions:  Saturday, […]

  • Young Adult Potluck

    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Help us build a vibrant young adult community (ages 18-35ish) at First Parish! We invite you to gather for food, fun, and connection. It doesn't matter if you're a lifelong member or new to the community—we want to see you there! Date & Time: Friday, May 15, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Location: First Parish UU of Arlington, […]