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FY2027 Stewardship Drive

Submitted by jstadolnik on

The Stewardship Drive for the Fiscal Year 2027 (July 2026 to June 2027) is up and running! Please join us in helping FPC support the activities and good work you are doing for our children, our congregation, and the wider community! You can make your online pledge here! This year we are again striving for 100% member participation. Please submit your pledge during our Fall Stewardship Drive which concludes on December 19.

Thank you from Andy Derr and Sharon Brownfield, Stewardship Co-Chairs. Read more

Documentary Screening: The Quilters

Friday, May 1st, 2026 - 6:00PM

Join us for a special screening of The Quilters, an inspiring and award-winning Netflix short documentary. This powerful film tells the story of men in a Missouri maximum-security prison who pour their hearts into designing and sewing quilts for children in the foster care system. It’s a moving reminder of creativity, healing, and the power of compassion in unexpected places. Come share an evening of food, film, reflection, and community.

An optional simple supper of soup and bread will be served at 6 PM, followed by the film at 7 PM and discussion afterwards. 
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2026 FPC Auction—Under One Sky!

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Saturday, April 18th, 2026 - 6:30PM to 10:00PM

The Online Auction opens on Sunday, April 12th and runs through Wednesday, April 22nd on Auctria. Most donated items will only be available online. Go to the Auctria Catalog link below to sign up and bid!

The Live Auction of specially selected items will take place on Saturday, April 18th, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at FPC. Gather to socialize and partake in light snacks, wine, beer, and soft drinks. Peruse the FPC Jewelry Table offerings and a few Silent Auction surprises in the Community Room. Then get down to the business (and... Read more

Polarized Guru Returns to New Revival

Saturday, April 11th, 2026 - 7:30PM

The jazz/fusion quintet Polarized Guru returns to our stage to play a benefit concert for First Parish Church. The band is celebrating 10 years together and presents a dynamic show with a mix of jazz, funk, latin, and other styles.

Inspired by artists like Chick Corea, Spyro Gyra, Snarky Puppy, and Steps Ahead, the  Gurus play covers and originals.

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Spring Equinox Art Fair

Saturday, March 21st, 2026 - 10:00AM

Come to the Spring Equinox Art Fair on Saturday, March 21 (10AM–4PM) and Sunday, March 22 (12–4PM). Works for sale by local artists from SAGA (Stow Area Guild of Artists), First Parish Church, and local community members. Come meet the artists, explore their work, and enter our raffle—each artist donates a piece to win! Sponsored by SAGA and the FPC Arts Committee.

Admission is free. Our building is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parkingRead more

March Game Night!

Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on

Friday, March 20th, 2026 - 7:00PM to 9:00PM
All are welcome, kids and adults, to Game Night at First Parish Church of Stow & Acton (FPC). Our next Game Night is Friday, March 20 from 7–9 PM. As always, feel free to bring your own game to share.
 
Enjoy free parking, free snacks, and free fun!
 
FPC is a nut-free facility with accessible parking and entry. Questions? Email flyingsheep2010@gmail.com

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Suzie Cartreine and the Turkey Hill Ragtime Orchestra

Sunday, March 15th, 2026 - 4:00PM

The FPC Music Committee is proud to present Suzie Cartreine and the Turkey Hill Ragtime Orchestra in concert in the Sanctuary on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 4 pm.

The Orchestra plays vintage arrangements of ragtime music and popular songs from the 1890’s–1920’s. That includes rags, fox-trots, slow drags, two-steps, waltzes and more, and features works of Joplin, Salisbury, Lamb, Turpin, Berlin, and others. They put a smile on... Read more

March Guest Table Community Dinner

Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on

Friday, March 13th, 2026 - 5:30PM

Please join us on Friday, March 13 for our next dinner. There is no charge for the meal. Donations are gratefully accepted. We offer options made with vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free ingredients. All meals are nut-free. Doors open at 5 PM, dinner is served at 5:30 PM.

Our building is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.

Location:
First Parish Church of Stow & Acton
353 Great Road 
Stow, MA 01775
Sponsors
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Saturday Night Line Dancing

Saturday, March 7th, 2026 - 7:00PM

Please join the Arts Committee for some chill-busting, community-building, line dancing on Saturday, March 7 from 7–8:30 PM in  Fellowship Hall. The leader will be Paul Hughes, who is very skilled at making even the most novice dancer feel like Fred Astaire (or Ginger Rogers, take your pick)!  There will be beverages available (because you will likely be working up a thirst), and we would love it if some folks could bring some snacks to share. Admission is free but please consider a small donation to help us pay for our teacher/caller. Looking forward to seeing many of... Read more

Games Fest Indoor Winter Carnival

Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on

Saturday, February 28th, 2026 - 12:00PM to 4:00PM

Join us for an afternoon of indoor carnival fun for the whole family on Saturday, February 28 from 12–4 PM (Snow date Sunday, March 1)! First Parish Church of Stow & Acton is hosting a lively, all-ages carnival filled with games, face painting, prizes, and treats—all in a warm, welcoming indoor space.

Admission is free!
Carnival game tickets are $1 each, and each game costs just 1 ticket to play.

With over three dozen carnival games, there’s something for everyone. Try our life-size Whack-a-Mole, Plinko, Pop Bottle... Read more

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