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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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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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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

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

February Game Night!

Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on

Friday, February 13th, 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, February 13 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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February Guest Table Community Dinner

Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on

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

Please join us on Friday, February 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
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POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER: Saturday Night Line Dancing

Saturday, January 24th, 2026 - 7:00PM

Due to the extremely frigid temperatures that are predicted for this Saturday evening, Jan. 24th, the FPC Arts Committee has decided to postpone our planned line dance for that evening. We are sorry to disappoint anyone who has planned to attend, but we want to have a good crowd and are afraid that not many people would show up in those kinds of temperatures. (“Real feel” in the minus degrees category) We will announce an alternate date at some point down the road. 
Stay warm! 
Stay healthy!
On behalf of the Arts Committee,
—Sharon Webb 
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