Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Ferry Beach Weekend: Sign up in May

Many of us begin the church year with a weekend of retreat and reflection at Ferry Beach in Saco, Maine (http://www.ferrybeach.org)./ The weekend is affordable and open to everyone. We join together with friends from the Holden Street church for beach walks, volleyball, time to rest, a talent show, and even a campfire! Mark your calendars now for September 17th – 19th. We will be taking registrations during coffee hour every Sunday in May. Prices include dorm style accommodations, food and activities. Camping is also available! We hope you’ll join us this year!

Monday Night At the Church May 2010

On May 10th Monday Night at the Church features A Musical evening featuring Nancy Smith singer and guitarist, along with her daughter Lillian Smith, son Michael Smith and friend of all, Ariana Cordova. Come and enjoy an intimate evening of songs and instrumentals from this group of talented musicians from the First Unitarian Church. Programs start at 7:15pm in the Bancroft Room each monday night right after the fellowship supper.

May 17th - Tonight's program is presented by "The Leaving Well Committee" and is an opportunity for members of the First Unitarian Church to come together to share thoughts and feelings about the upcoming retirement of our senior minister - Rev. Barbara Merritt. Please come and enjoy the fellowship. Program starts at 7:15pm.

May 24th - A historic performance featuring Ellen O’Neall-Waite an amazingly talented actress, writer, vocalist and all-around entertainer. She will present a one-woman performance focused on an historic figure associated with the church. Bring the whole family and plan to be entertained and enlightened.

May 31st - Memorial Day program - To Be Announced

June 7 – Worcester Poetry Association (1st Monday) Lisa Fluet, Assistant Professor of English, Boston College, delivering the annual Bloomsday Lecture.If you have any questions about Monday Night At the Church programs or would like to present a program, feel free to contact David Blodgett at 508-340-1041 or email office@firstunitarian.com for contact info. See you there!

Leaving Well Group on May 9th

The Leaving Well Group is inviting all members of the parish to gather together on Sunday, May 9th at noon in the Chapel for a time of reflection, thoughts and concerns about the retirement of Barbara Merritt. This can be a time to share memories as well as feelings of gratitude, sadness and humor. For questions, please email office@firstunitarian.com for contact info.