FPC Is Donating 3 Birthday Parties for Children in Need

Many families struggle to offer their children the joyful birthday celebrations they deserve. First Parish Church of Stow & Acton (FPC) and FPC volunteer staff are offering 3 free parties, to occur between July 2024 and June 2025, to families that might not otherwise be able to have a party for a child. The youth at FPC have helped build a party “escape room” chest that’s available for birthday rentals. The parties are best suited for children and youth between 8 and 17. This includes the use of FPC’s Vestry, including tables and chairs for up to 20 people (though the escape adventure is recommended for 5 to 10 participants), and access to a small kitchen. The parties also include an FPC volunteer who will open and close the building and act as “games master” for the escape adventure.

Pirate-themed Escape Room in a Chest:

• 12 puzzles to solve (suited to ages 8 to adult)
• A 60- to 90-minute adventure (approximately)
• Teams of 5 to 10 people

Typical Party

• 2 hours total
• Up to 90 min in Escape Game
• Remainder of time in Vestry Cafe for any food, cake and beverages you bring

The value of the party is $300 ($250 rent and $50 sexton fee).

Low-income families and foster families are encouraged to apply using the URL below. At least one adult must be present throughout the party.

Tinyurl.com/FPCpiratebday

Applications will be reviewed by FPC’s minister. Requests will be accepted until Thursday, May 30. Recipients of the parties will be contacted by Monday, June 10, 2024.

FPC is located at 353 Great Rd., Stow. Its facilities are wheelchair accessible.