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# Take a moment or two to reflect
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/take-a-moment-or-two-to-reflect/
- Published: 2005-12-09T16:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-23T08:16:41.000Z
- Author: Guest Author
- Tags: Events, Santa Monica, #archive-import

*By Daily Press staff*

The holidays are a time for reflection and celebration. First United Methodist Church is hosting an event for Advent Reflection Day on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The entire community is invited to the free event, which will offer refreshments and a chance to relax and rejuvenate during the busy holiday season.

First United Methodist Church is located at 1008 11th St. in Santa Monica. For more information or to RSVP, call Mary Garbesi at (310) 393-8258\. RSVP by Dec. 14\. A long-standing display of holiday spirit

*Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on December 9, 2005.* [Read the original PDF.](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/120905.pdf?ref=smdp.com)