On Sunday, July 1st, The First Evangelical Congregational Church of Uxbridge moves its worship at 9am out to the Earth Discovery Center at Southwick’s Zoo.  The Earth Discovery Center will host an animal at worship each week as we gather to challenge ourselves to be good stewards of this earth and protect the animals & the environment.  If you choose to visit the zoo after worship, your attendance at worship will offer you a group price ticket of $9.00 per person when the zoo opens at 10am.  In case of rain, we will worship in a tent at the zoo. Worship is every Sunday morning during July & August and you may arrive at 8:00 am for worship.  The gate will close to worshipers at 8:45

First Evangelical Congretational Church offers worship service Sunday Mornings.

am so you will miss worship if you are late.

Visit the First Evangelical Congregational Church online.  or Call 508-278-3071 for more details.

Old Miner Phil will help you sift and search for rare gems!

We are pleased to announce that the Elkhorn Mining & Panning Co. is NOW OPEN near the train station!  Step back in time where panning for gems was a favorite pastime!  Cross over the Elkhorn covered bridge and take part in the panning fun.  Purchase a bag of mining rough in our Woodland Station or at the Elkhorn Mining Sluice and pan for gems!  Each bag of rough contains amazing geological finds! Choose from precious gems, emeralds and rubies, or even ancient fossils!  Once you have sifted out all your gems you will receive a geological card to learn about your find!  A great activity for kids and adults!  A great way to cool off on a hot day! Hey Kids….search for Old Timer “Miner Phil” and ask him about his finds at the Elkhorn Mining Sluice!

Cool Fun for Everyone!