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Calendar of Events

Posted on July 04, 2025 in: Events, Around the Diocese

Calendar of Events

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Friday, August 1

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Gales Ferry
Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
To schedule an appointment, visit www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 860-733-2767.

Sunday, August 10

Feast of the Assumption
St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, New London
Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
After Mass, a procession will travel to St. Joseph Church for the Blessing of the Sick, then return to St. Mary Star of the Sea. A luncheon will follow from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at St. Paul Church, Waterford.

Monday, September 22

St. Luke Golf Tournament
Ellington Ridge Country Club, Ellington
Time: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
$185 per golfer includes green fees, cart, lunch, dinner, gifts, and prizes. For registration or sponsorship information, contact Kitty Walker at kwalk60@comcast.net.

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