Thrift shop
Springfield – The thrift shop at St. Gregory Armenian Church, 135 Goodwin St., in the Indian Orchard section, is open Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, go online to saintgregoryarmenianchurch.org.
Church events
Sunderland – First Congregational Church of Sunderland, 91 S. Main St., Serendipity Shop is open on Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with items for sale at bargain prices.
Weekly Sunday church service is offered at 11 a.m. in-person or on Zoom. Email scc1717@wordpress.com or visit the church on Facebook for more information.
3rd annual shoe giveaway
Springfield – Walk in their Shoes Foundation presents the 3rd annual Shoe Giveaway on Saturday, June 15 at Mission Church Ministries, 20 Bowdoin Terrace. There will be food, ice cream, resource tables, free hair cuts, raffles, shoe giveaway, bounce houses and face painting. For more information, contact Mike Roach, 917-683-8896 or email michaelroachIII@walkintheirshoesfoundation.org.
Chicken parmesan dinner
Dalton – Dalton United Methodist Church, 755 Main St., is hosting a chicken parmesan dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 15. The $20 dinner is dine-in or take-out and will feature chicken parmesan with pasta, appetizer, beverage and dessert, proceeds from the dinner will benefit the church’s general fund. For information call 413-684-0521.
Church rummage sale
Springfield – Christ Church Cathedral, 35 Chestnut St., will hold a rummage sale on Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days in the church’s lower level for an array of vendors and parishioners selling their items. All are welcome.
It Takes a Community event
Longmeadow – On Monday, June 17, Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy (LYA) will hold a Scholarship reception, “It Takes a Community,” at Jewish Geriatric Services, 770 Converse St. The reception will begin at 7 p.m. with an Israeli buffet. “It Takes a Community” will include a tribute to Israel following the awards program. LYA is proud to present Yisroel and Yocheved Gesin with the LYA Parent award. Mr. James Jaron will be presented with the Tzedakah Award. Dr. Corrie Trattner will be awarded a Lifetime Achievement award. Cost to attend is $54 and you may RSVP to info@lya.org or at www.LYA.org.
Summer solstice 2024
Springfield – Christ Church Cathedral is inviting its parishioners and the local community to a summer bonfire on Friday, June 21, 6 p.m. at the church located at 35 Chestnut St. In the courtyard there will be hot dogs, hamburgers, snacks, and drinks as you gather around a campfire to tell stories, sing and enjoy each other’s fellowship as we celebrate the beginning of summer. Storyteller and songster Todd Goodwin will be stopping by. Admission is $5, children are free.
Church events
Agawam – Agawam Congregational Church, 745 Main St., will be having a huge tag sale on Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Featuring clothes, jewelry, sports cards, household items, baby items, toys, books and more.
On Saturday, June 29, the church will hold a strawberry supper at 5 p.m. Enjoy roast pork, roasted potatoes, green bean almondine, and fresh strawberry shortcake on homemade biscuits with real whipped cream. Tickets are $18 each and available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon or Sunday mornings after worship service.
Church events
Springfield – South Congregational Church, an open and affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ in downtown Springfield, invites everyone to its regular worship services, Sundays at 10 a.m. in person at 45 Maple Street in Springfield or on Zoom. Find the Zoom link and more information about us on our website at www.sococh.org. The church will move its Sunday services from the sanctuary to the air-conditioned Parish Hall for the summer months, through Sept. You will experience their warm welcome, fine music program, and engaging coffee hour immediately following worship. Childcare is also available.
The Bible Study group on Zoom will now take place on Mondays at 7 p.m. (use the Zoom worship link) — whether you are new to bible study or have a lifetime of experience, you are welcome. Other programs include regular knitting and quilting circles as well as an upcoming Lenten Book Group. In addition to church services and events, South is particularly engaged in the downtown community, and many public programs are offered in their spaces. If you’d like to know more, receive our weekly email newsletter, or have any questions, please email admin@sococh.org or call (413) 732-0117. Find them on Facebook or Instagram.
Sunday services
Agawam – Agawam Congregational Church, 745 Main St., invites the community to Sunday morning services at 10 a.m. On the first Sunday of every month communion is served. Following all Sunday services, there is a friendship gathering in the church hall. The church is handicap accessible with a large parking lot. The church live stream’s on YouTube each week. Visit https://agawamcongregationalchurch.com. For more information call 413-786-7111 or email at office@agawamcong.com.
Vendor applications for Christmas bazaar
Ludlow – St. Elizabeth Parish, Hubbard Street, is now accepting vendor applications for St. Nick’s Christmas Bazaar to be held on Saturday, Nov. 16. Call Pat at 413-531-6997 and leave a message.
Crafters wanted
Ludlow – Christ the King Parish is looking for crafters for their annual St. Nicholas Craft Fair that will be held in the parish hall on Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A non-refundable $40 for a 8 foot table, provided by the parish. Make checks out to The Rosary Sodality. To reserve a table(s), contact Debbie Martell at 413-547-8739, Cheryl Orszullak at 413-583-2123. The parish is located at 41 Warsaw Ave.
Additional adoration times
Agawam – St. John the Evangelist Church, 833 Main St. will offer weekly adoration ceremonies on Wednesdays between noon and 5:30 p.m. The Holy Mass takes place at 6 p.m. Lawn signs are available for Agawam residents announcing the Year of the Eucharist. Contact the parish office to obtain one, 413-786-8105, ext. 101.
Church trip
Springfield – Sacred Heart Church Travel Club, 395 Chestnut St., will have their annual Hampton Beach, NH bus trip on Thursday, Aug. 15. Cost is $50 per person and includes round trip bus and driver gratuity. Bus leaves the church parking lot from the Stafford Street side of the church at 7:15 a.m. Trip runs rain or shine with an optional alternative side trip if it rains. The bus will depart Hampton Beach, NH at 5:30 p.m. with arrival back to Sacred Heart Church between 8:30 and 9 p.m. Charleton pit stop on the way up to the beach and a Charleton pit stop on the way back to the church. Bring your coolers and beach gear. Contact Jim and Caroline McAleer at 413-734-3676 for any questions, to sign up and for payment information. You may also email Jim and Caroline at mcaleer2006@verizon.net.
Free weekly Veterans lunch
Holyoke – Community Roots Neighborhood Services offers a free hot lunch for Veterans and their adult immediate family (Parents or spouse). The lunches are every Thursday at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 485 Appleton St. Questions? Email Gina Nelson at crnsholyoke@gmail.com.
Church events
Wilbraham – Wilbraham United Church at 500 Main St., welcomes the community to Sunday morning services at 10 a.m. On the first Sunday of every month communion is served with bread and grape juice. Following all Sunday services, there is a Friendship gathering in the Fellowship Hall. Coffee, and other refreshments are served and all are welcomed. Wilbraham United is a merged congregation of the Congregational and Methodist Societies. They celebrate as both a congregation that recognizes the traditions and values of both the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist denominations. Wilbraham United Church is a place where someone from any walk of life can feel comfortable. They are committed to service and sharing their space for the good of the community and to the glory of God. The church is especially welcoming to children, who are gladly received in the worship service. There are church school classes for children who wish to attend for ages 3 through 13 during the worship service time. The church is handicapped accessible with a large parking lot in the rear. For any questions contact the church administrator at 413-596-2511 ext. 100 or email admin@wilbrahamunitedchurch.org.
