The First Universalist Society (FUSF) in Franklin will hold two special events this month. FUSF is located at 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. For more information about either event or about FUSF, contact them at [email protected] or call 508-528-5348. FUSF is a Unitarian Universalist Welcoming Congregation.

Holiday Cookie Walk

FUSF will hold its first annual “Holiday Cookie Walk” on Saturday, December 9 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Stroll through the festively decorated Meetinghouse as you select from a delicious assortment of homemade treats provided by more than 30 bakers, perfect for your holiday table, a hostess gift, or your next party. Cookies will be available for $10 per pound. Containers, decorated with a choice of holiday stickers, will be provided. Cash, check, or electronic payments accepted. 

New Year’s Eve Labyrinth Walk

FUSF will host a New Year’s Eve Labyrinth Walk on Sunday, December 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. This annual free event offers an opportunity to experience both an outdoor labyrinth in our pine grove, and a candlelit labyrinth in our sanctuary. Finger labyrinths will be available for people who want to experience the labyrinth but have mobility issues. 

Labyrinths are found throughout the world with the oldest dating back thousands of years. In contemporary use, labyrinths provide an opportunity for personal reflection, spiritual practice, or the reduction of stress. Labyrinths are located in both public and private settings and vary in style. The FUSF outdoor labyrinth is a Classical Labyrinth, while our indoor labyrinth is a Chartres Labyrinth. 

Please allow at least 30 minutes to walk the indoor labyrinth. It should take slightly less time to walk the outdoor one. Socks are required for the indoor walk. Booties that cover footwear will be provided for those who need shoes to walk. 

Call Judy at (508) 769-6664 for more information about this event. In the event of a storm, or unsafe driving conditions, the walk will be canceled, and a notice will be posted to the FUSF Facebook page.