A Tradition Since 1997
Friends Saturday Monthly Gathering

Friends Saturday Monthly Gathering

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FSMG
Saturday, June 21, 2008
7:00 p.m. until 1 a.m.

Hosts: Cheryl Settember & How Carson
Wyndmoor (Montgomery Co.), PA

June Theme:
Summer Solstice - June Wedding Theme

Summer Solstice

June 21 is the summer solstice in the northern hermisphere, marking the beginning of summer. The first (or only) full moon in June (the 18th this year) is called the Honey Moon. Tradition holds that this is the best time to harvest honey from the hives. This time of year, between the planting and harvesting of the crops, was the traditional month for weddings, because many ancient peoples believed that the "grand [sexual] union" of the Goddess and God occurred in early May. Since it was unlucky to compete with the deities, many couples delayed their weddings until June. June remains a favorite month for marriage today. In some traditions, "newly wed couples were fed dishes and beverages that featured honey for the first month of their married life to encourage love and fertility. The surviving vestige of this tradition lives on in the name given to the holiday immediately after the ceremony: The Honeymoon."

This year we are observing the Solstice with a celebration of the engagement of our hosts, Cheryl and How, who met three years ago at the June 2005 FSMG.

WEDDING FOOD RECIPE LINKS

Many cultures around the world have dishes that are traditionally served at wedding receptions. This is our food theme for June. Select a potluck contribution that represents one of the many dishes that might be found at a wedding.

Here are a few links to sites that have recipes for some traditional and not-so-traditional wedding food:

Wedding Recipes from FoodieView.com

Food Fit for a Wedding from CookingLight.com

Wedding Recipes from RecipeZaar.com



Everyone MUST RSVP! Newcomers must ALSO submit a registration form.

(click on button below) to register
. . . and RSVP

EVERYONE: Please RSVP EVERY TIME to
so we can plan and relax. Thanks! :-)

(Note: Your registration info is kept confidential and is only used to assure safe, fun connections at all our in-home gatherings.)

JUNE LOCATION . . .

Our hosts this month are Cheryl Settember & How Carson, and the Gathering will be at Cheryl's home in Wyndmoor.

HOW TO REGISTER/RSVP and WHAT TO DO?

  • FSMG Registered Members: RSVP by sending an email, with your full name and the date you plan to attend, to .
     
  • BRING A VEGETARIAN POTLUCK DISH RELEVANT TO MONTHLY THEME (Please list all ingredients on a file card for those with special needs/preferences)
     
  • BRING MUSICAL INSTRUMENT(S), YOUR VOICE & FAVORITE SONG LYRICS
     
  • THERE IS A $5 COVER CHARGE ($15 per family of three or more) WHEN YOU ARRIVE TO HELP DEFRAY EXPENSES
     
  • NO SMOKING at FSMG events! THANK YOU!
  • NEWCOMERS: REGISTER for Free FSMG Membership by submitting a completed FSMG Registration form (required for all), then subscribe to the FSMG UPDATES MAILING LIST by sending a blank email to .
Registration Form


Please Register & RSVP at least 3 days in advance, per instructions above.
NO email RSVPs on day of event! Thanks for understanding!

We look forward to meeting/seeing you! Blessings until then . . .
:-))) Linda L. Hutchings, Founder/Organizer
FSMG - First Saturday Monthly Gatherings - Since 1997

FSMG MISSION STATEMENT

To create a welcoming wholesome space for monthly fellowship, food and fun; one which is free of smoke, alcohol, drugs, but full of a delightful smorgasbord of homemade vegetarian fare and abundant joyful creative expressions of the best life has to offer . . .

These Community Gatherings, held the First Saturday of every month (since 1997) are based on valued Missions beyond the usual definition of "party": FSMG members and guests are asked to help us practice and promote these Principles:
  • Simplicity & Natural Ways of Creating Happiness
  • Cooperative Community Building & Professional Talent-Sharing
  • Personal Spiritual Growth & Creative Empowerment
  • Intercultural Awareness and Appreciation
  • Intergenerational Interaction & Mentoring
  • Peaceful Coexistence & Interpersonal Respect
  • Vegetarianism & Environmental Conservation
The music ranges from gentle folk, pop, jazz, blues, sing alongs, to original songwriting, experimental intercultural jams and candlelit drumming circles with improvised percussion/drums; The art activities range from origami to cooperative gingerbread house making, and other theme crafts relative to Mission. The people range from seasoned professional performers to timid beginners or music appreciators, and range in age from toddlers and teens to elders. Well-behaved older children under 18 are very welcome, but must be in the company of the parent or designated adult at all times and be familiar with these Guidelines/Principles of Cooperation/Fair Play. Whomever comes and whatever we wind up doing, amazing synergy always results!


For more information about this month's FSMG or future Gatherings, to volunteer to help, offer your home as a venue for a future Gathering, or to share suggestions, please email FSMG Founder/Organizer Linda L. Hutchings at .
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