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Candle Walk
MARSH CREEK -- Marsh Creek BIC Church will be holding a Christmas Candle Walk at the church along Summit Hill Road, Howard, on Sunday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. Organizers are asking for all "the girls" who were candle walkers over the years to be a part of this special service. Those interested in taking part should contact Lois at 814-441-7053 or Kathy at 814-880-8744 promptly as practices will be starting soon.
Holly Mart
LOCK HAVEN -- Holy Spirit Parish will be holding its annual Holly Mart Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Sunday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Lock Haven Catholic School, 311 W. Water St., Lock Haven.
The spacious, handicap-accessible gymnasium will feature theme baskets, silent auction, new-to-you booth, baked goods and food. Santa will also be visiting on Sunday.
Trombones
HOWARD -- Howard United Methodist Church will have the Penn State Trombones at the church on Sunday, Not. 12, at 9 a.m. The public is invited to come to hear these amazing students in concert.
Mobile Clinic
BELLEFONTE -- The Lion Mobile Clinic will be at Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte, on Monday, Nov. 13, from noon to 2 p.m. The public is invited to take advantage of this FREE service. Appointments are not needed - Walk-ins are welcome! Services include blood pressure checks, medication consultations and flu shots for anyone age 3 and over.
Pot Pie Sale
WINGATE -- Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church will hold a pot pie sale on Monday, Nov. 13, beginning at 4 p.m. Your choice of ham or chicken pot pie can be pre-ordered by calling Janette anytime before that Monday morning at 814-883-0893. Freezable quart containers filled with pot pie are $8 each and can be picked up in the parking lot starting at 4 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, until sold out. The church is located at 111 Runville Road, Bellefonte, just behind the Sheetz in Wingate.
Second Monday dinner
RENOVO -- The 1st Renovo United Methodist Church is having a roast beef dinner on Monday, Nov. 13, from 4-6 p.m. Dinners are $12 and include home style roast beef, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, green beans, apple sauce and homemade cake. Drive up will be from 4-6 p.m. Pre-orders are appreciated but not necessary. Call 570-923 -1313 to order ahead from 2-4 p.m. (Pre-order for pick up after 4 p.m.) Please enter from 8th Street and come to the church's back porch. They will be serving until 6 p.m. unless sold out.
Navigating Grief during the Holidays
SNYDERTOWN -- St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 850 Snydertown Road, is hosting "Navigating Grief During the Holidays" on Monday, Nov. 13, at 6 p.m., in the church's fellowship room. The holiday season can be a difficult time for anyone experiencing grief, especially over a death of a loved one or a loss of some kind. Pastor Evelyn Wald visits St. Mark and will lead a discussion that will help those who are grieving and those who want to support someone who is grieving. Pastor Wald is the program director for Tides, which offers grief support to children, teens and adults who are grieving the death of a loved one. She also has more than 25 years of counseling experience in journeying with individuals, couples and families. She specializes in the areas of grief, loss and life transition. To register for the free event, email stmarksnydertown@gmail.com. During the event, donations for Tides will be accepted
Soup Sale and Luncheon
HOWARD -- Howard United Methodist church will sponsor a community soup sale on Thursday, Nov. 16, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Eat in or take out. Soups available are vegetable beef, ham and bean, chicken corn and chicken noodle. Quarts for take out should be pre-ordered by the Sunday prior to luncheon. Cost is $8 for lunch or quarts of soup. Contact Patti Long at 814-625-2182. Soup comes in freezable containers. Proceeds from soup sales are designated to local missions in the area. Invite a friend, come for lunch and enjoy a time of good food and fellowship while supporting a worthy cause!
Soup, craft and bake sale
BELLEFONTE -- On Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Hadassah Women's Ministry of Zion Community Church is sponsoring a soup, craft and bake sale. The event will take place in the Fellowship Hall located at 3261 Zion Road, Bellefonte. All proceeds will be donated to The Story Tour featuring Suicide Survivor Travis Habbershon with music by The Alan Scott Band.
Elaine Barth in concert
LOCK HAVEN -- Elaine Barth will be in concert at the First Church of Christ, 330 N. Vesper St., Lock Haven, at 7 p.m. Public is invited.
Free Community Holiday Meal
HOWARD -- A free holiday meal will take place Saturday, Dec. 2, at the Howard United Methodist Church, 144 W. Main St., Howard. Preordered take out meals can be picked up ONLY from 4 – 5 p.m. Take out meals must be preordered by Sunday, Nov. 26, by calling or texting 814-625-2182. Dine-In (with no take outs available) will be from 5:15 – 7 p.m. Meal includes: Roast pork, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, filling, vegetables, cole slaw, apple sauce and dessert.
Choir concert
RENOVO -- Renovo Area Community Choir will present a concert beginning at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 7th St., Renovo. The public is invited!
Winter Chocolate Festival
AVIS -- The Grace Fellowship Church is hosting their third annual Winter Chocolate Festival on Dec. 9 from 1-5 p.m. Whether you love chocolate or don't (they don't judge!), there's something for everyone. There will be hot chocolate with all the fixings, kids crafts, chocolate fountains with many options to dip in, outdoor fire pits for s'mores, Santa's workshop, photos and vendors! The event is free, but there will be a raffle and vendors there selling their goods. If you are a vendor who sells Chocolate Items, please reach out to Jenn at gottschall22@yahoo.com. Visit the event on Facebook at facebook.com/events/s/3rd-annual-winter-chocolate-fe/2424043417777466/?mibextid=RQdjqZ
Holiday Sing-Along
DUNNSTOWN -- Dunnstown United Methodist church invites the public to a holiday sing-along featuring the Twisted Racquet-Tears on Sunday, Dec. 17, from 2-4 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. The church is located at 59 Church St., Dunnstown. Call Joe at 570-748-9139 for info.
Bible Study
FLEMINGTON -- Flemington First Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., will host Sunday night Bible study beginning from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The study will take place for several weeks and is focusing on the book of Daniel. Everyone is invited to attend.
Invite to Services
DUNNSTOWN -- Dunnstown United Methodist Church, 59 Church St., invites the public to worship with us each Sunday. Bible Study begins at 8:45 a.m., followed by Sunday School at 9 a.m. and the Morning Worship Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Joe at 570-748-9139 for more info about upcoming church events.
Sing-alongs
MILL HALL -- Mill Hall Presbyterian Church holds sing-alongs the second and fourth Fridays of each month. Each runs from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the church sanctuary and features old favorites. The public is invited. Songbooks are provided with Kay Bossert leading and Pam Blesh playing the piano.
Hymn sings
MILL HALL -- Those who are interested in singing old hymns that our grandparents sang are invited to sing at Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, 111 Main St., Mill Hall, each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. For questions, call 570-726-4112 and leave a message.
The church is handicap accessible with lots of parking behind the church. Refreshments are served before the service. You're invited to worship with us each Sunday morning.
Coffee club & Youth Group
FLEMINGTON -- Flemington First Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., holds Coffee Club every Thursday morning from 8:30-10 a.m. Enjoy coffee and fellowship with others.
The church holds its Youth Group meetings on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. The group is open to grades kindergarten through fourth and also fifth through twelfth. The meeting starts off each Thursday with a meal, followed by a lesson and game time. Call 570-726-8009 for more details.
Local Worship Services
LOCK HAVEN -- Big Woods Bible Church, 241 S. Hanna St., Lock Haven, hosts its weekly worship services at 9 a.m. each Sunday. Sunday School begins at 10:45 a.m.
First Church of Christ, 330 N. Vesper St., Lock Haven, invites everyone who wishes to worship Jesus to attend weekly services at 9 a.m.
Charlton Chapel, 46 Church Hill Road, Lock Haven, an Independent Bible Church, invites you to worship service each Sunday at 9 a.m.
Walnut Street Church of Christ, 714 W. Walnut St., Lock Haven, welcomes everyone to weekly worship services Sunday's from 9:30-10:45 a.m.