Christmas Eve Candlelighting Service

Wednesday, December 24 | 5:30pm | Sanctuary
All are welcome to our traditional candlelighting service.

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Wed, Dec 24
Christmas Eve Service
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Dec 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
UUCGL Sanctuary, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Merry Christmas Eve! We will gather for our beautiful traditional candlelighting Christmas Eve service; all ages are welcome. Set aside all that you have left undone and let the Christmas story, carols, candlelight, and community speak to your heart.
Tue, Dec 30
Dialogue Group
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Dec 30, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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"Dialogue" is a way of practicing deep listening that enables us to share personal experiences and thoughts in a way that collectively builds a more expansive understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Sat, Jan 03
Saturday Craft Circle
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Jan 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
UUCGL Skylight Room, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
All sorts of crafts are welcome! You may drop in anytime from 10am to 2pm.
Sun, Jan 04
Children/Youth Classes
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Jan 04, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
We have worship & learning every Sunday, 10-11am. We offer programming from pre-school through high school. All our events and programs for children and adults are open to the larger community.
Tue, Jan 06
Beginner Tai Chi Class
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Jan 06, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
UUCGL Parish Hall, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
This is a true beginner class that will explore Tai Chi fundamentals and theories and learn Wudang Tai Chi 28 movements.
Tue, Jan 06
Qigong Class
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Jan 06, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Parish Hall , 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Whether you are new to Qigong, or have previous experience, you will enjoy this one-hour meditative exercise. All ages and abilities welcome!
Sun, Jan 11
Church History Ministry Team Meeting
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Jan 11, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Anyone interested in preserving and organizing important church records is welcome to the meetings.
Sun, Jan 11
Dungeons & Dragons Role-playing Group
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Jan 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Skylight Room, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Sun, Jan 11
Community "Drumagic" Drum Circle
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Jan 11, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
UUCGL Sanctuary, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Our drum circle is open to hand drummers over the age of 12. Beginners (with drums) always welcome. You will leave the afternoon feeling inspired and relaxed.
Sun, Jan 11
Sunday Evening Meditations
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Jan 11, 2026, 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM
UUCGL Sanctuary, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Take a little time out of your week for restorative silence and reconnection.
Sun, Jan 11
Youth Group
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Jan 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Our group meets regularly with volunteer adults and is open to all 9th through 12th graders, whether you are a member of the church or not. We participate in service activities, create our own screenplays and video productions, embark on field trips, and engage in discussing social justice issues.
Tue, Jan 13
Wisdom Circle
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Jan 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
UUCGL Skylight Room (usually), 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Wisdom Circle is a monthly gathering geared toward seniors to share the perspectives and life experiences of older age. It is intended to be supportive and informative, a program both of faith development and pastoral ministry.
Tue, Jan 13
Family History Group
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Jan 13, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Parish Hall, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
This monthly gathering, facilitated by Penny Stratton, is open to anyone interested in their family history and in tracing their ancestry.
Thu, Jan 15
Plant-Based Cooking Group
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Jan 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
UUCGL Kitchen & Parish Hall, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
Our Plant-Based Cooking Group is FOR ALL AGES and meets two times per month. Please register once to join us anytime!
Sun, Jan 25
Community Conversations
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Jan 25, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Skylight Room, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
On every fourth Sunday of the month, your UUCGL Board will hold Community Conversations after the service. Please come to learn, ask questions, and share your thoughts as we discuss the important issues facing the future of our community.

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