Multi-Day Events

About the calendar These are currently planned young adult group and selected church wide events. Newcomers are always welcome to events. If you have any questions please contact the listed contact or youngadults@firstparishcambridge.org. The calendar is subject to change so check back here and watch the YAG announcement list. For more information on First Parish chuch wide events, visit the church's site. Interested in hosting an event? Please take quick read through how to host an event. Childcare is provided upon request with 10 days notice for events at the church. The church office provides a list of approved childcare providers. There is no charge to the parent. You are encouraged to use this service by contacting the appropriate event host, who will make arrangements with the church office.

Sunday, September 7 Croquet Come play croquet! No experience necessary. Time: During Lunch Location: First Parish Contact: Paul Morgan

Monday, September 8 Intergen Women's Discussion Group SEPTEMBER IS HOMECOMING MONTH!!!! The Intergenerational Women's Discussion Group is having it's 2nd annual "Welcome for the First Time/Welcome Back" Social Gathering & Brainstorming Session If you've been meaning to come check out the Intergenerational Women's Discussion Group, but just never seemed to have made it; OR if you've come once or twice, but haven't been in a while; OR if you're new to the community and have been looking for something just like this to get to know people... COME JOIN US on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH !! 6:30 pm in the PARLOR It will be a social potluck and an opportunity to suggest ideas for topics at our monthly discussions as well as new possibilities for the group such as a women's retreat or an adjunct women's book discussion group! Hope to see you there! If you can't make it on the 8th and have any questions, suggestions, or ideas please contact: Katrina Piehler, katp32@yahoo.com, 617/833-3035 Time: 6:30pm Location: First Parish, Parlor Contact: Katrina Piehler, , 617/833-3035

Tuesday, September 16 Spiritual Discussion Hi Friends! This Tuesday (Sept 16) at First Parish (7:30pm) YAG is holding its monthly Spiritual Discussion. This month's topic is ritual. What rituals do we hold to in our daily lives, work, families, friendships and church? How do our rituals constrict us? How do they ground us and add richness and joy to our lives? Greg and I are co-facilitating and everyone (friends, roommates, newcomers, oldtimers) is welcome. Please direct questions to Greg or to me (sjmeyerhoff@hotmail.com) See you then! Shelby Time: gather at 7pm, start at 7:30 Location: First Parish Contact: Shelby ()

Saturday, September 20 Habitat for Humanity! Hey there home-happy folks – If you’ve been looking for a hurricane-free activity, I have the answer for you! This Saturday we are ON for Habitat – we’ll be working in Dorchester. As of last week, the house had “wall frames” being put in, lots of hammering being done, and pieces of floor (and stairs) missing. So, please come on out and show off your hammering, measuring, and cooperation skills (equipment provided). Saturday, September 20th, 8:30-3:30 (partial days okay if you have another commitment). Or meet at the church at 8am for a ride over. (If you can drive, please let me know…) What to bring: lunch, beverage, work gloves (if you have them), grubby clothes. Friends/ family welcome (must be 18+). Hope to see you then! Kendra 781.718.4488 (cell) Directions to 30 Algonquin St. in Dorchester From RT.93 South: Take the COLUMBIA ROAD exit- exit number 15- (J.F.K. LIBRARY/UMASS exit) Keep RIGHT at the fork in the ramp. Merge onto COLUMBIA RD. Turn LEFT onto COLUMBIA RD. (at intersection, Kentucky Fried Chicken on left) Turn LEFT onto WASHINGTON ST. (at light Burger King on right) Turn RIGHT onto BRADLEE ST. (for one block) Turn/Merge RIGHT onto ALGONQUIN ST. From Columbus Ave/MA-28 S: Turn RIGHT onto COLUMBUS AVE/ MA-28 S. Continue to follow MA-28 S. Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto BLUE HILL AVE/ MA-28 S. Turn LEFT onto COLUMBIA RD. Turn RIGHT onto WASHINGTON ST. (Burger King on left) Turn onto BRADLEE ST. (for one block) Turn/Merge RIGHT onto ALGONQUIN ST. By Public Transportation: The #23 Bus stops on the corner of Algonquin St/Bradlee St. (Bradlee turns into Algonquin St.). and Washington St. It leaves from both the Ruggles and Ashmont T stops every 10-15 minutes. For more information go to the MBTA website. (www.mbta.com) Time: 8am - church steps; 8:30am - 3:30pm in Dorchester (yes, a long day!) Location: TBD Contact: Kendra,

Saturday, September 27 8 Ball Potluck Come on Saturday @ 7 to the First Parish for a YAG potluck. Please bring something to share. What makes it a "Magic 8 Ball" Potluck? Suffice to say you should bring some questions you want answered!...good food, good conversation, a fun time, nuff said. The potluck starts and ends early enough so as not to interfere with late evening plans. This would also be good time for anyone attending who wants to host an October event to get talk about it and/or get it on the calendar. See you Saturday. Paul Time: 7 Location: TBA Contact: Paul Morgan 617-233-7877

Monday, September 29 Al Franken @ the Cambridge Forum Come hear comedian and political satirist Al Franken speak at First Parish' Cambridge Forum. Time: 7 Location: First Parish Contact: Paul & Kendra

Tuesday, September 30 Worship: Meditation This Tuesday evening (9/30) at 7:30 pm, we will be gathering at First Parish for a worship centered on meditation. Whether you have never tried to meditate before, or are an experienced follower of a certain practice, all are welcome to join us as we explore several forms of quieting the mind and attaining a state of inner peace. I will give an introduction on each practice so please don't feel uncomfortable about any lack of experience, or if meditation has never "worked" for you in the past. Both silent and guided meditation styles will be part of this worship. I look forward to seeing all of you Tuesday night! Please email me with any questions or suggestions at gspeters23@yahoo.com. Time: 7:30 Location: First Parish Contact: Gretchen Peterson,

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