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Celebrate Haiti Night on May 15, 2010
First Parish is Celebrating Haiti on Saturday May 15th. ***Dinner at 6pm*** ***Jazz Concert at 8pm***
Dinner is for First Parish members and friends (ONLY). The Haitian food will be prepared by our Youth Group. Cost:"Pass the Hat" donation. (Remember: dinner starts at 6pm)
After Dinner members of the Matenwa Community Learning Center will talk about their ongoing work since the earthquake.
Concert is for First Parish members and friends AS WELL AS FOR THE LARGER COMMUNITY. Ernst St. Cine and his Misty Blue Jazz Quintet will perform. Suggested donation for the concert $10-$20. (Remember: concert starts at 8pm)
Concert tickets will be available after church service 5/2 and 5/9 and 'at the door'.
Please try and join us to make this celebratory evening a success.
Social Action Committee
Dinner is for First Parish members and friends (ONLY). The Haitian food will be prepared by our Youth Group. Cost:"Pass the Hat" donation. (Remember: dinner starts at 6pm)
After Dinner members of the Matenwa Community Learning Center will talk about their ongoing work since the earthquake.
Concert is for First Parish members and friends AS WELL AS FOR THE LARGER COMMUNITY. Ernst St. Cine and his Misty Blue Jazz Quintet will perform. Suggested donation for the concert $10-$20. (Remember: concert starts at 8pm)
Concert tickets will be available after church service 5/2 and 5/9 and 'at the door'.
Please try and join us to make this celebratory evening a success.
Social Action Committee
Rummage Sale is Coming on May 1, 2010
Rummage Sale Coming Up
Please begin to collect things to contribute to the Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 1. We are looking for books, records, audio and video tapes, DVD’s, children’s clothes, linens and white goods, kitchen and household items, small electronics and appliances (in working order), arts and crafts, bric-a-brac, sporting goods, toys and games, small furniture, etc. etc. Drop off times are Friday evening, April 30 from 6-9 pm and Saturday morning May 1 from 8 – 10 a.m. We also need help setting up, selling, and cleaning up. See Jane Knuttunen or Sue Kuder if you can help, or with questions.
Then don't forget to come and buy on the day of the sale! There are always great bargains on items. The Rummage Sale will be open on Saturday, May 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Please begin to collect things to contribute to the Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 1. We are looking for books, records, audio and video tapes, DVD’s, children’s clothes, linens and white goods, kitchen and household items, small electronics and appliances (in working order), arts and crafts, bric-a-brac, sporting goods, toys and games, small furniture, etc. etc. Drop off times are Friday evening, April 30 from 6-9 pm and Saturday morning May 1 from 8 – 10 a.m. We also need help setting up, selling, and cleaning up. See Jane Knuttunen or Sue Kuder if you can help, or with questions.
Then don't forget to come and buy on the day of the sale! There are always great bargains on items. The Rummage Sale will be open on Saturday, May 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Green Sanctuary Talk with Eric Strauss
Eric Strauss to speak at First Parish
On Friday, March 19 at 7:00 p.m., the Green Sanctuary Committee of the First Parish of Watertown will present Boston College biology professor Eric Strauss with a talk and discussion on “The Challenge of Rejuvenating America's Cities through Urban Ecology.” Strauss will lead us on a multi-disciplinary approach to understanding and transforming the role of humans as ecosystem engineers . We will learn about urban ecology as a tool for greater human sustainability in managing our cities. Strauss is the founder of the Boston College Environmental Studies Program and Co-Founder of the Urban Ecology Institute. He will use research experience in animal ecology, urban forest dynamics and science education as a platform for considering how this novel means of collaboration can build strong networks for research and community action. He will also discuss initiatives from the USDA Forest Service and the National Science Foundation that will bring about more mission-driven community involvement leading to the preservation of our environment. This event is free, and open to the public and will be held in the church sanctuary at 35 Church St., Watertown. Refreshments will be served.
On Friday, March 19 at 7:00 p.m., the Green Sanctuary Committee of the First Parish of Watertown will present Boston College biology professor Eric Strauss with a talk and discussion on “The Challenge of Rejuvenating America's Cities through Urban Ecology.” Strauss will lead us on a multi-disciplinary approach to understanding and transforming the role of humans as ecosystem engineers . We will learn about urban ecology as a tool for greater human sustainability in managing our cities. Strauss is the founder of the Boston College Environmental Studies Program and Co-Founder of the Urban Ecology Institute. He will use research experience in animal ecology, urban forest dynamics and science education as a platform for considering how this novel means of collaboration can build strong networks for research and community action. He will also discuss initiatives from the USDA Forest Service and the National Science Foundation that will bring about more mission-driven community involvement leading to the preservation of our environment. This event is free, and open to the public and will be held in the church sanctuary at 35 Church St., Watertown. Refreshments will be served.
Benefit Concert with the Dave Rowe Trio on 2/27/10
Benefit Concert on Saturday, February 27, 2010
8:00 p.m. at the First Parish, 35 Church St., Watertown
Dave Rowe Trio
Folk Music from Maine
A Benefit concert for the Helen Robinson Wright Fund - to benefit local charities and needy residents of Watertown
Admission $20 - tickets on sale at church, or go to www.fssgb.org
Refreshments will be served
Hairy-chested nautical songs, rollicking bluegrass and Appalachian tunes, old-timey instrumental masterpieces, broad-shouldered Celtic classics, captivating originals, and Downeast wit pepper every show by the Maine-based Dave Rowe Trio. This group of seasoned musicians seamlessly blend traditional and contemporary music with themes of northern New England, its interesting culture and rich heritage, effectively transporting the listener to the great state of Maine—from mountains to foothills to coast, from factory worker to farmer to fisherman. Dave’s own sturdy songcraft is uniquely suited to express these traditional themes and imagery of hard work, community, and family together with stunning clarity. The trio’s inventive use of instrumentation on guitar, mandolin, electric bass, and tin whistles along with their strong three-part vocal harmonies which hearken back to the great folk bands of the 1960s create an unique musical tapestry rarely heard in the contemporary folk landscape.
Dave Rowe has a strong heritage to draw on, having grown up immersed in music. His father was Tom Rowe, Schooner Fare's bass player. The trio includes Dave on guitar, Kevin O'Reilly, an electric bass player with a background in rock music, and Eric McDonald, a Boston-based mandolin player.
"…youthful zest, pulsing melodicism, and pedal-to-the-metal energy, Rowe and his pals prove there's nothing retro about carrying on the family name. "
Scott Alarik
The Boston Globe
8:00 p.m. at the First Parish, 35 Church St., Watertown
Dave Rowe Trio
Folk Music from Maine
A Benefit concert for the Helen Robinson Wright Fund - to benefit local charities and needy residents of Watertown
Admission $20 - tickets on sale at church, or go to www.fssgb.org
Refreshments will be served
Hairy-chested nautical songs, rollicking bluegrass and Appalachian tunes, old-timey instrumental masterpieces, broad-shouldered Celtic classics, captivating originals, and Downeast wit pepper every show by the Maine-based Dave Rowe Trio. This group of seasoned musicians seamlessly blend traditional and contemporary music with themes of northern New England, its interesting culture and rich heritage, effectively transporting the listener to the great state of Maine—from mountains to foothills to coast, from factory worker to farmer to fisherman. Dave’s own sturdy songcraft is uniquely suited to express these traditional themes and imagery of hard work, community, and family together with stunning clarity. The trio’s inventive use of instrumentation on guitar, mandolin, electric bass, and tin whistles along with their strong three-part vocal harmonies which hearken back to the great folk bands of the 1960s create an unique musical tapestry rarely heard in the contemporary folk landscape.
Dave Rowe has a strong heritage to draw on, having grown up immersed in music. His father was Tom Rowe, Schooner Fare's bass player. The trio includes Dave on guitar, Kevin O'Reilly, an electric bass player with a background in rock music, and Eric McDonald, a Boston-based mandolin player.
"…youthful zest, pulsing melodicism, and pedal-to-the-metal energy, Rowe and his pals prove there's nothing retro about carrying on the family name. "
Scott Alarik
The Boston Globe
January Events - Window Workshop, Serving a Meal, Benefit Concert
Window Workshop
Saturday, January 16
1 – 4 PM
Once again, David Russo of the Watertown Historic Commission and an expert on all things Charles Brigham, is offering his expertise to repair and restore our historic sanctuary windows. Please join Buildings & Grounds and the Green Sanctuary on Saturday, January 16, for a hands-on workshop on the structure and repair of double-hung windows.
Call Kathy Button or the church, if you are interested in attending the Windows Workshop, Saturday January 16, 1-4 PM.
Volunteering at the Friday Night Supper Club
On Friday evening, January 22, First Parish has committed once again to serving dinner to the needy at the Arlington Street Church in Boston. The program, run by the Friday Night Supper Program, has been in place since 1984. Dinner is from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., and volunteers, 14 and up are needed. Contact the church office if you help. We will meet at the church at 4pm to carpool.
Benefit Concert:
On Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., First Parish in partnership with Tremendous Hearts presents Boston’s Premier South African Musical Group Matimba ya Ripfumelo (Power of Hope) in a Benefit Concert for AIDS orphans and vulnerable children in South Africa. Tickets will be on sale at church during the next few weeks.
Saturday, January 16
1 – 4 PM
Once again, David Russo of the Watertown Historic Commission and an expert on all things Charles Brigham, is offering his expertise to repair and restore our historic sanctuary windows. Please join Buildings & Grounds and the Green Sanctuary on Saturday, January 16, for a hands-on workshop on the structure and repair of double-hung windows.
Call Kathy Button or the church, if you are interested in attending the Windows Workshop, Saturday January 16, 1-4 PM.
Volunteering at the Friday Night Supper Club
On Friday evening, January 22, First Parish has committed once again to serving dinner to the needy at the Arlington Street Church in Boston. The program, run by the Friday Night Supper Program, has been in place since 1984. Dinner is from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., and volunteers, 14 and up are needed. Contact the church office if you help. We will meet at the church at 4pm to carpool.
Benefit Concert:
On Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., First Parish in partnership with Tremendous Hearts presents Boston’s Premier South African Musical Group Matimba ya Ripfumelo (Power of Hope) in a Benefit Concert for AIDS orphans and vulnerable children in South Africa. Tickets will be on sale at church during the next few weeks.
Christmas Eve Services at 5:30 and 7:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve services at the First Parish of Watertown will be held on Thursday December 24 at 5:30 and 7;00 p.m. These candlelight services will be exactly the same. The First Parish Adult choir will sing at both services. If you have no time preference, please join us at the second service. A social hour will be held between the two services from 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. Please bring cookies or other goodies to share. Cider is provided. Come enjoy a quiet, spiritual experience at First Parish.
Film Showing of Food, Inc." on Friday, December 4, 2009
"Food, Inc." to be shown at First Parish of Watertown.
The award winning film, Food, Inc. will be shown at First Parish, 35 Church Street, Watertown on Friday, December 4 at 7:00 p.m. This showing in the sanctuary on a large screen is sponsored by the church's Green Sanctuary Committee. There is no charge for admission. Food, Inc. lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing how our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. What are you eating? Where does it come from? The San Francisco Examiner called the movie, "one of the year's most important films." All are welcome.
The award winning film, Food, Inc. will be shown at First Parish, 35 Church Street, Watertown on Friday, December 4 at 7:00 p.m. This showing in the sanctuary on a large screen is sponsored by the church's Green Sanctuary Committee. There is no charge for admission. Food, Inc. lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing how our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. What are you eating? Where does it come from? The San Francisco Examiner called the movie, "one of the year's most important films." All are welcome.