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Lunch & Learn: “Common Ground” Film

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Watch the Film “Common Ground” and a Enjoy a Potluck Lunch Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 12:30 pm The First Universalist Food Justice Team will be screening the award-winning film “Common Ground,” starring, among others, Woody Harrelson, Laura Dern, Jason Momoa, and  Danny Glover.   “Sobering yet hopeful, ‘Common Ground’ exposes the toxic interconnections of American farming policy, politics, and health, by sharing stories of destruction and healing across the United States and beyond, and how regenerative … Continue reading Lunch & Learn: “Common Ground” Film

Lunch and Learn: Guest Speaker Ali Coakley

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An Invitation to a Conversation with Ali Coakley, Proprietor of Night Owl Farm, Franklin, MA March 8, 2026, 12 pm Free Admission, Lunch Provided The First Universalist Society in Franklin’s Food Justice Team invites you to join us and Ali Coakley for a conversation about how she uses regenerative agriculture techniques at Night Owl Farm and its application for the home gardener. Lunch will be provided. Conversation starts at 12 pm. Please also bring seeds you would like … Continue reading Lunch and Learn: Guest Speaker Ali Coakley

New Membership Coordinator Hired!

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Meet Mary Dennis The Board of Trustees is thrilled to announce that we have hired Mary Dennis as our new Membership Coordinator. Mary brings many skills to the position with her warm and welcoming personality, and her depth of knowledge of FUSF. Mary has been a congregant and member since 2018. She is the chair of the Worship committee, a member of the Tech team, and a member of our wonderful Choir. She is also … Continue reading New Membership Coordinator Hired!

Mah Jongg Play All Day! 2026

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Saturday, May 2, 2026, 9 am–2.30 pm Details: Come alone or bring your regular group. We will rotate tables throughout the day. All levels welcome, but some experience is required.  Be sure to bring your own 2026 NMJL card, along with $5 in change to play with.  If you run out of money, we will have extra for you to use. Cost: $35, includes door prizes and lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available upon request). … Continue reading Mah Jongg Play All Day! 2026

Stewardship Theme Contest

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Every year the Stewardship Committee develops a theme for the pledge campaign that will motivate and inspire generous giving. This year, we are trying something NEW and EXCITING!  We are giving EACH OF YOU a chance to come up with the theme for the 2026-2027 pledge campaign. From September 21st through October 12th, you will be able to submit your unique idea for consideration as the 2026-2027 Stewardship Theme. A ballot box and ballots will be available in the foyer, … Continue reading Stewardship Theme Contest