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Mens Breakfast
Mens Breakfast
Time: 8:30 am
Gathering at 8:30 am, the men meet for breakfast on the first and third Wednesday of each month at ABC Restuarant at Douglas and Burnside. All men welcome to join us for fellowship and food.

Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing, yet powerful form of exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.
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Summer Strollers
Summer Strollers
Time: 5:29 pm
Easy walking and good companionship Thursdays May to October at Willows Beach Promenade
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Moms Morning Out
Moms Morning Out
Time: 11:30 am
Social time and activities for mothers of young children. Daycare provided for the children.
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Sermon Discussion Group
Sermon Discussion Group
Time: 12:30 pm
Take the opportunity to informally discuss today’s sermon with others at coffee time in the Fellowship Hall.
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Building closed
Building closed
Closed for Labour Day
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Philippians book study
Philippians book study
Jack Larsen will lead a five session seminar on Philippians - Paul's farewell letter to his congregation in Philippi. 10 am or 7:00 pm

Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing, yet powerful form of exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.
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Summer Strollers
Summer Strollers
Time: 5:29 pm
Easy walking and good companionship Thursdays May to October at Willows Beach Promenade

Sanctuary Choir Practice
Sanctuary Choir Practice
Time: 7:00 pm
Sanctuary choir begins its fall rehearsals this evening and continues each Thursday till summer.
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Family Fun Friday
Family Fun Friday
Time: 5:45 pm
This once a month gathering brings together families for a potluck dinner, followed by fun activities for one and all.

Congreg Camp Reunion Potluck
Congreg Camp Reunion Potluck
Time: 5:45 pm
Come to a potluck dinner 5:45 to 8:30 to meet friends made at the June Congregational Camp. Fellowship Hall
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Rally Sunday
Rally Sunday
Time: 11:00 am
Sunday School registraiton and young adult gathering

Young Adults gathering
Young Adults gathering
Time: 12:15 pm
Meet for conversation and a light lunch following the 11:00 am service one Sunday a month.

Sermon Discussion Group
Sermon Discussion Group
Time: 12:30 pm
Take the opportunity to informally discuss today’s sermon with others at coffee time in the Fellowship Hall.
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Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.
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Mens Monthly Luncheon
Mens Monthly Luncheon
Time: 12:00 pm
Held on the second Tuesday ofthe month, all men are welcome for no-host lunch and fellowship at the Howard Johnson Banquet Rm, 4670 Elk Lake Dr, Victoria at 12 noon. Contact George Skelton at 250-727-0597 or Gerry Walkey at 250-382-5663 for more information.

Childrens Choir
Childrens Choir
Time: 3:45 pm
Choir for 7 to 11 year olds led by Brenda Harvey whose love of children and music is infectious!

Teilhard de Chardin
Teilhard de Chardin
Time: 4:13 pm
"I am a pilgrim of the future on my way back from a journey made entirely in the Past" wrote Theihard. There is a need for a new humanity, a new spirituality and a new mysticism. We will explore this challenge through Louis Savary's "The Divine Mystery Explained. With Bill Wilson, SJ, PhD. Cost $75 or $20 drop-in. Tuesdays, Sept 14 to Oct 5, 10 am to noon at Friends Meeting House, 1831 Fern St., Victoria

Chess Club
Chess Club
Time: 6:30 pm
Intergenerational chess club for children and adults of all levels of experience.

Knitting Group
Knitting Group
Time: 7:00 pm
http://firstmetvictoria.com/700
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Philippians book study
Philippians book study
Jack Larsen will lead a five session seminar on Philippians - Paul's farewell letter to his congregation in Philippi. 10 am or 7:00 pm

Mens Breakfast
Mens Breakfast
Time: 8:30 am
Gathering at 8:30 am, the men meet for breakfast on the first and third Wednesday of each month at ABC Restaurant at Douglas and Burnside. All men welcome to join us for fellowship and food.

Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing, yet powerful form of exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.
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KAIROS meeting
KAIROS meeting
Time: 10:00 am
Monthly meeting held in Rm 200 of First Metropolitan United Church

UCW Unity meeting
UCW Unity meeting
Time: 12:00 pm
Mothly meeting and bag lunch

Summer Strollers
Summer Strollers
Time: 5:29 pm
Easy walking and good companionship Thursdays May to October at Willows Beach Promenade

Sanctuary Choir Practice
Sanctuary Choir Practice
Time: 7:00 pm
Sanctuary choir begins its fall rehearsals this evening and continues each Thursday till summer.
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Pringle Bells Practice
Pringle Bells Practice
Time: 10:00 am
Pringle Bells starts for the fall season on Sep 17, 10 am to 11:45 in Room 200, First Met.

Moms Morning Out
Moms Morning Out
Time: 11:30 am
Social time and activities for Mothers of young children. Daycare provided for the kids.

ActiMets Couples Club
ActiMets Couples Club
Time: 12:00 pm
Luncheon meeting at 12 noon at Howard Johnson's, 4070 Elk Lake Drive, Saanich. Club Contact: Don Hodgson: 250-388-9755.

Inner City Dinner
Inner City Dinner
Time: 5:00 pm
Monthly dinner offering friendship and roast beef, potatoes and vegetables with pie for dessert for residents of the inner city.

Prayer in the Style of Taize
Prayer in the Style of Taize
Time: 6:00 pm
Meditative prayer service sponsored by Downtown Churches Association at St. John the Divine Anglican Church, 1611 Quadra St.

Youth Groups Kickoff Event
Youth Groups Kickoff Event
Time: 6:30 pm
Youth group Grades 4 to 7 meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month.

QVC meeting
QVC meeting
Time: 7:00 pm
Social group for gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgendered Christians and those exploring their connection with God. 7 pm in Rm 119, First Metropolitan United Church
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Sunday School Party
Sunday School Party
Time: 12:15 pm
Celebrate the start of the new year of Sunday School with a lunch and a magic and illusion show with Donald Dunphy

Sermon Discussion Group
Sermon Discussion Group
Time: 12:30 pm
Take the opportunity to informally discuss today’s sermon with others at coffee time in the Fellowship Hall.
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UCW Mildred Mossop Unit
UCW Mildred Mossop Unit
Time: 10:00 am
Monthly meeting and bag lunch

Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.

The Listening Heart
The Listening Heart
Time: 1:30 pm
An exploration of a avariety of meditation practices from Christian, Buddhist, Jewish, Sufi and First Nations traditions, held in the Chapel at 1:30 pm first and third Mondays. For more info, please contact the facilitator, Linda Mulhall at 250-479-8410.
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Childrens Choir
Childrens Choir
Time: 3:45 pm
Choir for 7 to 11 year olds led by Brenda Harvey whose love of children and music is infectious!

Teilhard de Chardin
Teilhard de Chardin
Time: 4:13 pm
"I am a pilgrim of the future on my way back from a journey made entirely in the Past" wrote Theihard. There is a need for a new humanity, a new spirituality and a new mysticism. We will explore this challenge through Louis Savary's "The Divine Mystery Explained. With Bill Wilson, SJ, PhD. Cost $75 or $20 drop-in. Tuesdays, Sept 14 to Oct 5, 10 am to noon at Friends Meeting House, 1831 Fern St., Victoria

Chess Club
Chess Club
Time: 6:30 pm
Intergenerational chess club for children and adults of all levels of experience.

Movie Nights Happy Go Lucky
Movie Nights Happy Go Lucky
Time: 7:00 pm
Watch a feature-length movie and join in the discussion afterward. Free, but donations welcome. Room 119
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Philippians book study
Philippians book study
Jack Larsen will lead a five session seminar on Philippians - Paul's farewell letter to his congregation in Philippi. 10 am or 7:00 pm

Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing, yet powerful form of exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.
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Summer Strollers
Summer Strollers
Time: 5:29 pm
Easy walking and good companionship Thursdays May to October at Willows Beach Promenade

Sanctuary Choir Practice
Sanctuary Choir Practice
Time: 7:00 pm
Sanctuary choir begins its fall rehearsals this evening and continues each Thursday till summer.
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Pringle Bells Practice
Pringle Bells Practice
Time: 10:00 am
Pringle Bells starts for the fall season on Sep 17, 10 am to 11:45 in Room 200, First Met.
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Diversity Health Fair
Diversity Health Fair
Time: 10:00 am
Sponsored by the Inter-Cultural Association, this fair is a no-cost family oriented event for all ages that offers health and wellness exhibits, fun, food and live entertainment, all designed to promote healthy living in Victoria's multi-ethnic communities. It showcases local health and recreational organizations and is a great opportunity to inform our evergrowing multi-ethnic communities about local health programs and services. For more info, go to the ICA website, email agatari@icavictoria.org or phone 250-388-4728, ext. 107. 10 am to 2pm at First Metropolitan United Church.

Luminara in North Park
Luminara in North Park
Time: 7:00 pm
Join your neighbours for an evening of lanterns and celebration around North Park from 7 to 10 pm. Workshops on lantern making will be hosted on Sep 21 and 23, location TBA. ICA will host a neighbourhood map of installations - make a lantern for your own front yard. Contact Karin Scarth, Luminara Festival Director, 250-388-4728, ext. 129 or cell 250-208-3821
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Friendship Group
Friendship Group
Time: 11:00 am
The Friendship Group celebrates its 60th anniversary this Sunday.

Sermon Discussion Group
Sermon Discussion Group
Time: 12:30 pm
Take the opportunity to informally discuss today’s sermon with others at coffee time in the Fellowship Hall.
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UCW Executive Meeting
UCW Executive Meeting
Meeting of UCW executive. Doreene McLeod Rm at First Met

Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.

Women Exploring Spirituality
Women Exploring Spirituality
Time: 1:00 pm
Led by Rev. Colleen Erb, this group gathers on the 4th Monday afternoon in the Chapel at 1:00 pm. The book being studied this year is Open the Door by Joyce Rupp. Copies are available from Koinonia Books.
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Childrens Choir
Childrens Choir
Time: 3:45 pm
Choir for 7 to 11 year olds led by Brenda Harvey whose love of children and music is infectious!

Teilhard de Chardin
Teilhard de Chardin
Time: 4:13 pm
"I am a pilgrim of the future on my way back from a journey made entirely in the Past" wrote Theihard. There is a need for a new humanity, a new spirituality and a new mysticism. We will explore this challenge through Louis Savary's "The Divine Mystery Explained. With Bill Wilson, SJ, PhD. Cost $75 or $20 drop-in. Tuesdays, Sept 14 to Oct 5, 10 am to noon at Friends Meeting House, 1831 Fern St., Victoria

Chess Club
Chess Club
Time: 6:30 pm
Intergenerational chess club for children and adults of all levels of experience.

Meditation and Creativity
Meditation and Creativity
Time: 7:00 pm
First of Three sessions exploring meditation the the creative process. "Our task in life, is how to arrive at soul? Each of us to work at it using the creativity of the Universe - the Divine creativity that is within us." (John Surette, SJ) Facilitated by Mary Jane Wilson, CND, MA at First Met, Rm 209. Register with Earth Literacies, 250-220-4601 or email earthliteracies@shaw.ca
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Philippians book study
Philippians book study
Jack Larsen will lead a five session seminar on Philippians - Paul's farewell letter to his congregation in Philippi. 10 am or 7:00 pm

Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Time: 12:00 pm
Whether you are a beginner or expert, male or female, join us for this relaxing, yet powerful form of exercise that improves balance, flexibility and strength.

Dealing with Persistent Pain
Dealing with Persistent Pain
Time: 1:00 pm
VIHA Regional Pain Program sponsored forum on treatment for people with chronic pain. Guest speaker Neil Pearson, Physiotherapist, Yoga therapist and clinical educator. Royal Jubilee Hospital, 1 to 4 pm. Entrance by donation (includes workbook and refreshments. Limited seating please register with Linda Cundiff, 250-370-8111 ext. 13815 or email linda.cundiff@viha.ca
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Summer Strollers
Summer Strollers
Time: 5:29 pm
Easy walking and good companionship Thursdays May to October at Willows Beach Promenade

Sanctuary Choir Practice
Sanctuary Choir Practice
Time: 7:00 pm
Sanctuary choir begins its fall rehearsals this evening and continues each Thursday till summer.