Join us for Unite by Light 2022, a fully inclusive luminary event that unites the community for a single night of connection and joy.
“So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.” – Baha’U’Llah
Introducing 'Harmony on Hopmeadow', a vocal and musical journey, in 2022!
On December 4, 2022*, Simsbury CT will be aglow by candlelight with the spirit of friendship, unity, and community as neighbors near and far come together to #UnitebyLight.
Together, we will decorate, assemble, and light 1,200 luminaries along both sides of a one-mile stretch of Hopmeadow St.
Everyone is invited to walk the mile, take in 'Harmony on Hopmeadow' (a journey of music and vocal performances) and participate in two interactive art exhibits along the route.
Individuals and families are invited to purchase** and personalize/decorate 2 luminaries for $20 that our volunteers will fill with sand, light, and place along the mile.
Visit our table at Fitzgerald's Foods on Saturday, 11/26 to buy a pair of luminary bags and/or flameless home kit.
Or become a Family Sponsor with a $100 donation that provides 10 older adults with luminaries so that they, too, can unite by light.
* Inclement weather date is Sunday, December 11, 2022.
** Each purchase of a luminary supports the donation of a luminary to an older adult and funds our intergenerational programs that reduce loneliness & isolation in Simsbury and neighboring communities.
Sponsor single luminaries for 10 older adults to decorate.
Enjoy a variety of music & vocal performances taking place from 5-8:30 pm!
* First Church Palmer Hall:
* The Coffee Spot: Open for the event; selling decadent hot cocoa and baked goods
* Simsbury United Methodist Church:
* Martocchio Music:
* Strolling: Simsbury High School Holiday Cabaret
* Roux Cajun Eatery:
Cap off your night with incredible music by the Ken Fischer Jazz Band: 7:30-8:30 pm
Together, we will create a participatory community art exhibit!
Grab a strip of fabric and weave it onto the frame.
You'll be guided by First Church youth and Rotary members.
We invite you to stop by, pick up a strip of fabric and weave it through the wire.
As people of all ages take their turn weaving, a unique design will emerge, representing the power and energy created when diverse members of our community unite.
Location: In front of First Church
Take a photo standing between painted wooden wings!
An intergenerational team is designing and painting an 8' tall set of wings for adults and a 4' tall set of wings for children.
Location: Berkshire Hathaway parking lot, Simsbury Town Shops
Stop by the Simsbury Fire Dept. and check out its antique fire truck decorated for the holidays.
The Simsbury Historical Society will light its sleighs for Unite by Light. Passersby are welcome to stop and admire these antique treasures that have been hand painted by local artists.
Pick up your bags at Fitzgerald's Foods on Saturday, 11/26.
Decorate and drop in bin at Simsbury Public Library by noon on 11/28.
Find them glowing along the mile!
We need your help to bring this incredible event to town! Help us assemble and light 1,200 luminaries. People of any age can play a part in assembling; adults 18+ and high school seniors can light the luminaries. We also need help cleaning up the morning after.
On November 28 and 29, we need 12 volunteers to assemble luminaries from 6-8 pm at Boy Scout Hall.
*** Download, print, and bring signed volunteer agreement & photo release (see below) with you in order to volunteer.
1. We need 6 volunteers to help us with the drive-through luminary pick-up. You'll be given an assignment for the drive-through and some people will load boxes of luminaries into the cars of luminary lighters (2-4 pm). Please arrive at Boy Scout Hall at 2:00 pm to receive instructions and help us organize the boxes of luminaries. You'll be outside, so dress warm!
2. And we need 55 adults/high school seniors to help us light the luminaries (3-4 pm)!
Families can participate with youth placing the luminaries and parents lighting them.
We'll be doing a drive-through luminary pickup for the volunteer luminary lighters. You'll receive an email on Saturday, December 3 with details and will be asked to drive into the First Church parking lot off of West St. at either 3:00 pm or 3:20 pm.
Please bring a long-handled grill lighter with you to light your luminaries!
First, we'll collect your volunteer agreement and photo release (please scroll down to print these 2 sheets of paper and bring the completed forms with you).
Then you'll be given a location assignment & safety vests. You'll pop your trunk and boxes of luminaries will be placed in your car.
You'll exit the parking lot onto Hopmeadow St., drive to your designated location, and place & light 20 luminaries with your own lighter.
Then you'll return your safety vests to us at Boy Scout Hall.
Please note that, if you intend to place 20 luminaries as a family, you should only sign up one adult in your family. If you sign up 2 people, you are agreeing to place 40 luminaries. If you sign up 3 people, you are agreeing to place 60 luminaries, etc.
***** Download, print, and bring signed volunteer agreement & photo release (see below) with you in order to volunteer.
We need 8 volunteers to help us clean up the morning after! Meet at Boy Scout Hall to receive your zone assignment and instructions. You'll drive to your assigned location and place a group of luminaries in a trash bag, then bring the bag back to Boy Scout Hall when finished.
*** Download, print, and bring signed volunteer agreement & photo release (see below) with you in order to volunteer.
All volunteers are required to download, print, and turn in the signed volunteer agreement & photo release when arriving at their scheduled volunteer time. Youth under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian sign. Thank you!
Farmington Valley Jewish Congregation
Liberty Bank
Maher's Paint and Wallpaper
Metro Bis
Rhino-Back Roofing
Salter's Express
Signs Plus Print
Simsbury-Granby Rotary Club
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
St. Mary's Church
Webster Bank
Fitzgeralds Foods: Saturday (10-5) Nov. 26
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