Sunday, March 18, 2007

April 14: Party For The Planet

The Green Sanctuary Committee of Foxborough Universalist Church invites you to a "Party For The Planet" at the church from noon to 2:00 p.m. on April 14. As part of the nationwide "Step It Up 2007" campaign to get the general public, lawmakers, and businesses to reduce carbon emissions by 80% by the year 2050, the event will include fun and games, earth-friendly snacks, and music. There will also be informative pamphlets and information on how you can reduce your carbon footprint. Be a part of a nationwide effort, with thousands of others who want to spare our children from the disastrous affects of global warming. Come hold signs and wave to passersby with us on the Foxborough Common, spreading the word about global warming. This event is open to the public and we urge anyone who is concerned about the environment to join our "Party For The Planet". The Foxborough Universalist Church is located at 6 Bird Street (on the common), next to the town library (Boyden Library). Directions to the church and more information is available via http://events.uufoxborough.org.

April 5: First Thursdays Peace Vigil

You're invited to join the Peace Vigil from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. on April 5, 2007, at the Foxborough Universalist Church.

Everyone is invited to participate - please show up during the hour and stay as long or as short as your schedule allows. Candles will be provided. There will be spoken and silent meditation in addition to a sign explaining what we are doing.



The Foxborough Universalist Church is located at 6 Bird Street (on the common - Route 140); directions to the church can be found through http://events.uufoxborough.org.

Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate.

Thursday, March 8, 2007

March 31: An Evening Of Big Band, Show Tunes, and More - A Benefit Concert At Orpheum Theatre

An Evening Of Big Band, Show Tunes, and More - A Benefit Concert At Orpheum Theatre

The Boston City Band, Inc., a local 25 piece concert ensemble, will grace Foxborough's Orpheum Theatre stage at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2007. With their complement of woodwinds, percussion, and brass instruments, the band's eclectic musical selections are designed to give audiences of all ages a musically interesting and informative experience. Musical selections will include show tunes, marches, classical pieces, selections from popular
movie scores, and traditional patriotic songs. Often seen performing on town greens or in area parades, the band always provides a program of diverse genres that are enjoyed by all!

Tickets are affordably priced at $10 adults, $7 seniors, $5 children under 12, and $32 Families. Tickets are available in advance through Cindi's Jewelry Shop (40 Central Street) and The Little Shop (17 Bird Street) in downtown Foxborough and at the door the night of the concert. There will also be a 50/50 raffle during the program. All proceeds from the concert and raffle are being devoted to accessibility improvements to our historic church building. After the program, you are invited to join us for a reception and refreshments at the church - free and open to all.

The Orpheum Theatre is located at 1 School Street (on the common) in Foxborough. The church - the oldest building on the town common - is located three buildings away at 6 Bird Street. More information and directions can be found on-line at events.uufoxborough.org or via phone (617-780-6290).

Thursday, March 1, 2007

Oodles Of Upcoming Events!


Mar. 1 - GSC Meeting @ 10:00 a.m.
Mar. 1 - Peace Vigil @ 6:00 p.m.
Mar. 1 - WSG Meeting @ 7:30 p.m.
Mar. 4 - Friends Are The Bacon Bits In The Salad Bowl Of Life
Mar. 7 - MG Meeting @???
Mar. 11 - TBA
Mar. 18 - Vernal Equinox Service
Mar. 18 - Pool Party (2:00 p.m.)
Mar. 18 - BOT Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.
Mar. 25 - Arts Sunday: How Great Thou Art
Apr. 1 - Passover

Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Classes Offered

Kundalini Yoga & Meditation If you're feeling stressed, overworked, out of control, and/or uncentered, then Kundalini Yoga & Meditation (KY&M) is for you! This ancient tradition: promotes the better functioning of our bodily systems, impact all aspects of our physical, mental & spiritual well-being, and is the yoga of awareness. An 8 week, Tuesday night class featuring mental focus, pranayama (breathing), mantras (chanting/sound vibrations), postures, mudras (hand positions), meditation, and relaxation will begin on March 6.

Click here for the KY&M Flier in PDFEach classwill be 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours long and will include a breath meditation/exercise, an exercise series, a full meditation, and a relaxation. Gathering for classes will be at 7:00 p.m., with classes starting at 7:15 p.m. in the Social Hall of the Foxborough Universalist Church (6 Bird Street, Foxborough, MA). Susan Morgaine, the instructor, has practiced KY&M for 13 years and in 1998 was certified as a Level 1 KY&M teacher by the Kundalini Research Institute. The cost for the 8-week session is $75, pre-paid. Please contact Susan at SusanMorgaine@comcast.net or 508-561-4229 for more information and to register. A portion of the proceeds go to the Foxborough Universalist Church Building Preservation Fund.