February 2015
Schubert Recital at First Presbyterian Church
Award-winning tenor John Park will present a 30 minute recital on Sunday, February 22 at 11:30 AM at First Presbyterian Church, 178 Oenoke Ridge in New Canaan. The concert will feature favorite songs by Franz Schubert, with Sean McCarthy at the piano. Mr. Park is a native of Los Angeles, and has performed a wide repertoire of both concert and operatic works throughout the United States and Italy. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including First Place in the…
Find out more »May 2015
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan Holds Third Annual Memorial Day Barbecue and Family Fun-Fest!
Free Admission and Parking; Food and Attraction Tickets available for purchase on site. The First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan is once again inviting the entire New Canaan community to its annual town-wide Memorial Day Barbecue and Family Fun-Fest, beginning at 11 am immediately following the town parade and dedication service at Lakeview Cemetery, and running until 3 p.m. For years, the New Canaan Memorial Day Parade has been a beloved tradition in our town. Two years ago, First Presbyterian…
Find out more »September 2016
First Presbyterians Are Coming Home
On Sept. 11, 2016 the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan welcomes all to its 10 a.m. worship service and “Coming Home Sunday” festivities. The Rev. Paul E. Gilmore will deliver the sermon, the Adult Choir will sing, and Sunday’s Cool for children in grades K-7 resumes. Following the service, all are invited outside for a picnic. In addition, children can enjoy activities including face painting, carnival games, a bounce house, and an ice cream sundae making station. The day also…
Find out more »The Arsenal Duo in Concert – Masterpieces for Organ and Piano
On Friday, September 23 at 7:30pm, First Presbyterian Church presents the Arsenal Duo in concert. Two phenomenal musicians, Edward Moore (organ) and Nathan Carterette (piano) join forces to play Rachmaninoff, Franck, the first movement from Tchaikovsky’s First Piano Concerto and Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” arranged for piano and organ. Suggested donation of $20 is appreciated and children under 18 are free. This is an event not to be missed!
Find out more »February 2017
Flowers and Chocolate Coffee Concert
Join us at 11:30am on Sunday, February 12th for a Valentine's Day "Flowers and Chocolate" Coffee Concert featuring choir professionals Michele McBride, Boyd Schlaefer, John Downey and Harper Stevenson. They will be singing love songs from operas, popular music and broadway. Come join us for a lovely time with decadent sweets, flowers, and love songs and bring a friend!
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Scottish Heritage and Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan Service at the First Presbyterian Church
The annual First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan Scottish Heritage & Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan Service will take place Sunday April 30 at ten a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan. The Reverend Paul Gilmore, Senior Pastor, will officiate and preach. The service will also feature Pipe Major Jonathan Henken and the Mount Kisco Scottish Pipes and Drums and honored guests representing various Scottish Clans, Societies and genealogical organizations. Come and hear the stirring performances of Amazing Grace…
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Phantom of the Opera Silent Movie Night with Live Organ!
Come experience the original “Phantom of the Opera” silent movie with live improvised accompaniment. Organist Jackson Borges will be playing the organ live to accompany the original 1925 silent film Phantom of the Opera, just as it was done in 1925! Tickets are $20 for adults, children 18 and under are free. Tickets are available at the door. Popcorn will be served!!! Please note this film is not rate and may be frightening for young children.
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