Nov. 22 & 23 Fall Book and Christmas Sale at Trinity, Saint John. Friday 4-7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Estate collection of books, with a sizeable collection of quality culinary books along with a sizeable collection of spiritual resource books along with the full array of books for one’s reading enjoyment.
Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m. All Saints ACW, Parish of St. Andrews Christmas bazaar, with New-to-You, bake table, books, jewelry, Christmas items, silent auction, raffle and more! Refreshments available. Parish Hall, 75 King Street, St. Andrews.
Nov 23 & 24 The Village of Gagetown hosts its annual Christmas in the Village celebration of arts, crafts and culture. St. John's Anglican church is open for a display of Nativity scenes from around the world on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Soup and beverages available at the Parish Hall during the same hours.
Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Parish of Grand Manan presents ADVENT PRIMER: Our Lives in Christ are Like a Pilgrimage. An Advent Retreat led by Rev. Bob Cheatley. 16 Seaside Lane. Lunch included.
Nov. 23 & 24, 6:30-8 p.m. Christ Church Pennfield presents “A Walk Through Bethlehem,” their annual gift to the community. Come and meet the characters from the Nativity story. Taking place at the church, 80 Route 778, Pennfield. All are welcome.
Sunday, Nov. 24, 7 p.m. St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, 28 Woolridge St. in Riverview will host a Canadian Foodgrains Bank event called Restoring Landscapes for Sustainable Food Systems, with two guest speakers from TSURO Trust Zimbabwe, Rosaline Mukonoweshuro and Farai Gumisa. Refreshments and networking opportunities follow. For more information, contact WAnderson@foodgrainsbank.ca .
Thursday, Nov. 28, 7 p.m. Service of Light (also known as Blue Christmas) Eighth annual service of music, scripture and prayer along with individual one-on-one requests for healing prayer during the service. Lighting of candles for the cares and memories those attending might have, to bring a physical presence to the service.
Nov. 30, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Christmas Crèche Festival is back, featuring a community lunch, bake sale and nativity set display. Join us at Holy Trinity, 2 Hammond River Rd, Quispamsis for a delicious community lunch (free will offering) and bake/craft sale. On display will be a variety of crèches or nativity sets for you to enjoy from around the world. If you have a nativity set to display, or would like more information call 506-647-8170. All are invited & all are welcome! Tickets not needed — just drop in!
Nov. 30, 1-3 p.m. Church of the Good Shepherd, Cambridge-Narrows, will host a Christmas tea, with sandwiches, sweets and tea. Craft and Goodies Tables as well. Admission is by donation.
Nov. 30, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. St. Ann’s Anglican Church in Westcock (Parish of Sackville) will hold its annual Christmas bazaar with a bake table, wreaths, crafts, “new to you “tables, and a café serving cider, teas, coffees and holiday breads for your enjoyment.
Saturday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. A gathering at Trinity, Saint John, where the focus will be on The Words of Christmas: Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Bethlehem, Angels, Shepherds, Donkey, Star, Magi, Joy, Noel, Carol, Emmanuel, Hallelujah, Saviour and Peace. Bring your own sandwich for the noon break; coffee, tea and dessert will be provided. There is no cost other than your time.
Dec. 1, 4 p.m. The Archdeaconry of Moncton will host a Service of Lessons and Carols for Advent at St. George’s Anglican Church, Moncton. Archbishop David will attend and the collection with benefit three local charities. It will be a wonderful, reflective start to your Advent journey.
Saturday, Dec. 7, 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Annual Christmas Tea at the Kingston Parish Hall. We will also have a new-to-you Christmas table (items can be dropped off to the Parish Office anytime). The ACW will have a bake table. Also, on that same day please drop into the MacDonald Consolidated School Annual Christmas Stop and Shop, beginning at 10 a.m., and Fullerton’s Corner Market for their Annual Christmas Sale, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 14, 11a.m.-3 p.m. Anglican Church of the Ascension, 2980 Route 121, Apohaqui, will hold an Open House. Drop by and see our historic 152-year-old church fully decorated for the Christmas season. Enjoy a cup of mulled cider and some sweet treats while you relax and take in the beauty of the season.
Sunday, December 15, 7 p.m. "Christmas at Camp Medley," an ecumenical service of Carols and Lessons in the (unheated) Camp Medley chapel followed by hot cider and cookies in the (heated) dining hall. Bring your singing voices, warm clothes and a blanket!
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