Below is a list of parish events that might be of interest to other members of the diocesan family. To have an event added to this listing, please send details to Gisele McKnight.
Join us on Tuesday mornings, 9 a.m. to noon for cards (45s) and a gathering of seniors for social fellowship. St Margaret’s Church, 775 Forest Hill Road, Fredericton. Fully accessible building for those with mobility issues.
Thursday, Oct. 16 The annual meeting of the ACW Fredericton/York deanery will be at St. Michael's and All Angels Church in Minto beginning with registration at 9 a.m. followed by a church service with the Rev. Harley Clowater. Afternoon guest speaker. Wheelchair accessible.
Saturday, Oct. 18 Farraline Place annual fall fundraising dinner at Fredericton Inn. Doors and bar open at 5 p.m.; gourmet dinner served at 6 p.m. Menu: fresh bread & butter, garden tossed salad, stuffed chicken breast with herb-buttered potatoes, corn and broccoli and chocolate cake for dessert. Barbershop quartet will entertain between courses. After dinner, the 'Your Choice Silent Auction,' followed by the much-anticipated live auction. Tickets are $100 (with $50 charitable tax receipt) available from Lynda Wood, vice-chair of the board and gala co-ordinator (506-449-2477), Judy O'Donnell, Farraline Place Administrator (506-455-6443), or any board member. Thank you to the many Fredericton area businesses for their support of this event.
Saturday, Oct. 18 St. Augustine’s Church pork loin takeout supper in Quispamsis. Menu: pork, gravy, potatoes, vegetables, applesauce & dessert. $18 for adults. Call Art Scott 506-849-2430 now for your tickets.
Sunday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m. Michael Molloy will give an organ recital on Trinity Saint John’s recently installed Phoenix Digital Organ. A screen will be installed to enable the audience to see this renowned Saint John organist as he plays a one-hour program of sacred music. Cost is $20. This is a fundraiser for Trinity Saint John’s great east window.
Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-6 p.m. Anglican Parish of Upham annual turkey supper at Central Kings Rec Centre, 110 Titusville Rd. Upham. Pay at the door. Adults $18, children 5 to 12 $9, preschoolers free. Proceeds for the Anglican Parish of Upham. Call 506-650-5948 for more information. Everyone Welcome!
Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Winter clothing giveaway at the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd, 8772 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol. Free coffee and muffins. More information is available from Sherry (506-391-5219) or Wilma (506-278-3229).
Saturday, Oct. 25, 10-11:30 a.m. Home Sweet Smart Home information session at Holy Trinity Church Hall, 24 Hammond River Road, Quispamsis. Pre-register by calling 506-647-8170; no fee to attend. Presented by Lilli Lin, occupational therapist, who will give a general overview on various types of home equipment and smart technology to keep everyone of all ages safe and independent at home — everything from grab bars to smart home devices. Some of the equipment will be on display for you to check out. This event is sponsored by the Holy Trinity Senior's Mission group & the Guild of St. Joseph.
Saturday, Nov. 1, 11a.m. Annual cemetery service at St. Paul’s, Hampton. This is a special service of remembrance and thanksgiving for all whom we have laid to rest. This gathering is to remember and honour all our loved-ones who have died, not only those who are buried at St. Paul’s. If you have a loved one whose name you would like to have included in the rose ceremony, please contact the parish office by Oct. 27. Email - stpauls-hampton@outlook.com OR phone - (506) 832-3375.
Saturday, Nov. 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Christmas Tea and Quilt Show at St. Mary & St. Bartholomew’s Church, 646 Westmorland Rd., Saint John. Crafts, gifts, silent auction, baked goods. Sandwiches and sweets will be served. Adults, $10, children $5 (12 & under). Tickets available at the door or by calling the church (506-696-1347).
Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Christmas Bazaar at Christ Church (Parish Church), 245 Westmorland St., Fredericton. Christmas cooking, crafts, clothing, books, new-to-you items, café. Cash only.
Nov. 16, 2 p.m. Happening at Trinity, Saint John: a second recital by Michael Molloy with the program based on specific panels of the seven-light Kempe window, and commentary will be offered on the music chosen to augment the Christ story Kempe so ably fashioned. Fee is $20. This is a fundraiser for Trinity Saint John’s great east window.
Sunday, Nov. 16, 2:30 p.m. The 17th annual Sounds for Sigowet benefit concert, silent auction and reception will be held at St. Paul’s Rothesay. The concert will feature John Buckley, Alberto Duran, Kevin Langford and Rosemary Drummond. This concert is in support of orphans going to secondary school in Kenya. Tickets are $25 ($10 for students), and available by calling 506-847-1812 or 506-849-2414.
Nov. 21 & 22 Trinity Saint John’s semi-annual book sale, and the annual Christmas craft corner, will be staged in the Bennett Room. Open Friday from 4-6 and Saturday from 9:30- 12:00.