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Clothing Giveaway
BELLEFONTE -- Light of the World's free clothing giveaway will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. until noon at St. John's United Church of Christ, 145 W. Linn St., Bellefonte. Clothing, coats, shoes, socks, scarves, gloves, hats and more are available for all ages. Everything is free.
Holy Spirit Parish Holly Mart Bazaar
LOCK HAVEN -- The annual Holy Spirit Parish Holly Mart Bazaar will take place on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the handicap accessible Lock Haven Catholic School gym, 311 W. Water St., Lock Haven.
Among the many attractions, Holly Mart will again offer fantastic themed baskets, a silent auction, new-to-you booth, crafts for the kids and delicious food from the kitchen, along with homemade soups to eat-in or take-out.
There will be a cash raffle with the drawing taking place on Sunday at the end of the event at 1 p.m.
Santa Claus will be making a one-time appearance at Holly Mart on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fall Fair
FLEMINGTON -- St. Luke’s United Church of Christ in Flemington will be holding its Fall Fair on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The fair will feature a HUGE yard sale, bake sale, fudge sale, delicious cakes and desserts, homemade soups (sold by bowl or quart) and sandwiches. Soups to be sold will be vegetable beef or chicken corn. Lunch will be served in the Fellowship Hall. Soups may also be purchased for take-out at $8/quart. Take-out orders may be placed by calling the church office before Oct. 31 at 570-748-5741 and leave a message with your order. There will also be outside vendors and a raffle table during the Fall Fair.
St. James' Annual Bazaar
RAUCHTOWN -- St. James Lutheran Church will have its Annual Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the church along Route 880 and Middle Road in Rauchtown.
There will be a White elephant sale, crafts, holiday and everyday items, along with a bake sale of homemade pies, cakes, cookies, brownies, fudge and much more! Lunch foods will be available, namely homemade soups by the quart or pint, hamburger BBQ, hot sausage sandwiches, hot dogs and more!
Soup and Bake Sale
JERSEY SHORE -- Soup and a Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 11 a,m. - 3 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 236 S. Main St., Jersey Shore. Please use the back door entrance. Homemade soups, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, hot dogs and fall desserts will be available for sale. There will also be fun crafts for the kids, too!
Trombones Return
HOWARD -- You won't want to miss the PSU Trombones, who will be presenting special
music, on Sunday, Nov. 8, at Howard United Methodist Church. The Sunday morning service begins at 8:30 a.m. and is followed by a fellowship time beginning at 9:15 a.m.
All are invited to attend. Bring a few dollars to drop in the trombone cases to benefit the musicians.
Clothing Center Open
FLEMINGTON -- Flemington First Church of Christ’s Clothing Center will be open every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. For more information call Dyann Shilling at 570-263-2726.
Pumpkin Rolls and Peanuts
LOCK HAVEN -- The First Church of Christ in Lock Haven is selling freshly made salted and unsalted peanuts in one pound packages for $8 and large-sized, freshly made pumpkin rolls for $13 for plain and $14 for those having nuts. You can call 570-748-3519 or Barb at 570-660-0233 to get yours!
Pathway News
MCELHATTAN --Pathway to Christ Church has Bible Study every Tuesday night from 6:30-7:30 p.m., in the social hall at Pathway to Christ Church, 502 McElhattan Drive, McElhattan. Everyone is welcome to come and study the word and share good fellowship together.
If you'd like more info about activities at the church or volunteering with the members, send an email to BJ at bpeters388@comcast.net.
Pot Pie Sale
WINGATE -- On Monday, Nov. 9, Wingate Faith Church will hold a pot pie sale. The pot pie comes in both ham or chicken flavors and also comes with samples of homemade bread. The pot pie sells for $9 a quart and is available for pickup at the church beginning at 4 p.m. on the sale dates, until sold out. Come early if you haven't pre-ordered beforehand. It's best to pre-order your quarts of pot pie by calling Janette at 814-883-0893.
Wingate Faith Church is located at 111 Runville Road, Bellefonte, which is just behind the Sheetz store and next to Wingate Elementary.
This is the last pot pie sale until next March, so stock up to make sure you have enough to last until spring!
Preventing Fraud Seminar
CLINTONDALE -- Fraud and Scams Informational Seminar will be offered FREE by the Clintondale United Methodist Church, 103 Fishing Creek Road, on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. The program will be presented by Trooper Lauren Lesher who will advise on what to watch out for, how to protect yourself and steps to take if you find yourself in this fraudulent situation. Please come and bring your friends and neighbors.
Veteran's Day Dinner
WINGATE -- Wingate Faith Church is planning a Veteran's Day Dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 5-7 p.m. In honor of Veteran's Day and to celebrate our country's freedoms because of our veterans, any veteran attending this public dinner will eat for free! The meal will be a Lasagna Dinner, and includes salad, a roll, drink and dessert for $10 for those 13 and older; $5 for ages 6-12 and younger kiddos eat free! Proceeds from the meal will benefit Keystone Family Alliance.
For more info about Wingate Faith Church and the activities there, call Janette at 814-883-0893.
Veterans Day Prayer Service
JERSEY SHORE -- The 23rd Annual Veteran's Day Prayer for America service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m., at the Jersey Shore Presbyterian Church, 235 S. Main St., Jersey Shore. The service features the Jersey Shore Honor Guard, the Fair Play Brass, scripture readings, prayers, patriotic hymns and recognition of the fallen. Pastor Max Furman will speak about "Faded, But Not Forgotten." Join us as we say "thank you" to God for our Veterans, our freedom and our country. More information can be found on our website, www.jspresby.com.
Food Pantry open Nov. 11
MILL HALL -- St. Paul Food Pantry, 6220 Nittany Valley Drive, Mill Hall, (1 mile north of the I-80 interchange on Route 64), is open the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 9 to 11 a.m. No documentation is required. You may call the church at 570-748-7932 or 570-726-7460. People may call these numbers at any time for any type of assistance they may need.
Donut Sale
JERSEY SHORE -- Trinity United Methodist Church, 1407 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore, will be having a homemade donut sale on Thursday, Nov. 19. A dozen donuts will cost $8, and half-dozen will be $4. Preorders can be called in to 570-398-2913 any weekday between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Walk-in orders and pick-ups will be filled from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m., or until sold out. Use the Glover Street entrance when coming for pick-ups.
Blood Drives
Local churches will be hosting blood drives over the next several weeks. Blood donors of all types are invited to participate. To find a blood drive being held near you visit the American Red Cross website. Walk-ins are welcome, or you may schedule an appointment on the Red Cross website at www.redcrossblood.org.
Blood drives will be held on the following dates:
Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Faith United Methodist Church in Bellefonte.
Nov. 23, from 1-5:30 p.m., at Holy Spirit Parish, E. Walnut St., Lock Haven.
Free Thanksgiving Dinner
LOCK HAVEN -- Great Island Presbyterian Church will be having a free dinner on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Take out orders can be reserved by calling the church office at 570-748-2810.
Helping Hands
LOCK HAVEN -- Helping Hands will be open on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the United Evangelical Lutheran Church, behind Kentucky Fried Chicken, in Lock Haven. Helping Hands provides free cleaning supplies and personal hygiene items to low income families and seniors in the Lock Haven and surrounding area. Helping Hands is usually open the third Wednesday of each month. For more information about the Helping Hands program, call Kelly at 272-209-5912.
Holiday Bazaar
SPRING MILLS -- New Hope Lutheran Church will have their annual Craft Show and Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the church, 119 Cobblestone Ct., Spring Mills. If you'd like to be a craft vendor for the event, please contact Linda promptly at 814-574-2142.