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Posted on September 16, 2024 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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Monday, September 23
St. Luke Golf Tournament
Ellington Ridge Country Club, Ellington
10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
St. Luke Church in Ellington is holding its 22nd annual Golf Tournament at Ellington Ridge Country Club on Monday, September 23, 2024. Call the rectory office at 860-875-8552.

Tuesday, September 24
Catholic Charities Appreciation Dinner

Honoring Tony Joyce
Holiday Inn, Norwich
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Tony has been a valued member of the Catholic Charities Board for many years as well as a valued member of our business community in Southeastern Connecticut. For information, please contact Kathy Capon at kathycapon@ccfsn.org or 860-889-1022

Thursday, September 26
St. Pius X Golf Outing
Portland Golf Club, Portland, CT
9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
St. Pius X in Middletown is holding their 22nd Annual Golf Outing at the Portland Golf Club on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Call the Friary office at 860-347-4441.

Friday-Sunday, Septtember 27-29
Single Catholic Young Adult Women's Discernment Retreat
“Be Still and Know That I am God.” Are you unsure of your direction in life? Is the discernment of your calling at a standstill? This retreat at the Little Sisters of the Poor in Enfield, CT is for you! There is no registration fee. Contact Sr. Carolyn at sc@littlesistersofthepoor.org

Sunday, September 29
World Day of Migrants and Refugees Presentation

Saint Mary Church Hall, Norwich
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us for a special presentation to learn about human trafficking and how to care for those who have been trafficked. Dr. Nadine Thomas, Executive Director of Underground N.E., will speak on the brutal realities of human trafficking and what we can do to help locally. This event is sponsored by St. Mary Church and the Office for Hispanic Ministry. For more information, contact the Office for Hispanic Ministry at 860-848-2237, ext. 305.

Saturday, October 5
Feast of St. Francis Blessing of Pets
St. John Church, Cromwell
10:00 AM
All are invited to bring their pets for a special blessing in honor of St. Francis, a lover of all creatures.

Saturday, October 5
Snacks with the Saints

Sacred Heart School, Groton
9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Join us for a fun-filled morning learning about St. Faustina. We will provide a story, craft, and a delicious snack. Held in the Sacred Heart School cafeteria. Free Event.

Saturday, October 5
Holy Apostles Healing Retreat

Holy Apostles College & Seminary, Cromwell
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
This retreat, Featuring Fr. Dermot Roache, SMA, and Kathleen McCarthy, includes Mass, lunch, adoration, confession, and a Eucharistic Healing Service. Registration is $35. For details and registration, visit holyapostles.edu or contact cshaw@holyapostles.edu.

Thursday, October 10
Fall Retreat - Mary's Womb as a Model for Spiritual Receptivity
Sacred Heart Church, Norwich
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Mass 9am. Speaker: Sr. Theresita Donach - Cost:$40 - Payment due by Friday, October 4th. Coffee, Pastries, and Lunch provided. Checks to: SH RAS

Saturday, October 26
St. Pius X Holidays Fair

St. Pius X Church, Middletown
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Food, raffles, vendors, hay rides, pumpkins, children's activities, crafts, baked goods, white elephant tag sale, photos, Fall & Christmas items. Call 860-347-4441

Saturday, October 26
Holy Apostles Scholarship Dinner

TPC River Highlands, Cromwell
Join us for a special evening supporting the Seminarian Scholarship Fund and honoring Fr. Ray Introvigne ’60. For more details, visit holyapostles.edu/dinner or email cshaw@holyapostles.edu.

Friday, November 8
St. Luke Christmas Bazaar
St. Luke Church, Ellington
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Crafts, Country Store, attic treasures, raffles, gift baskets, children's activities & vendors. Church is handicap accessible. For more information, call 860-875-8552.

Saturday, November 16
Craft Fair

All Hallows Church, Moosup
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for a day of shopping featuring many vendors, raffles, baskets, food, and baked goods. For more information, contact Sue at 860-634-3897 or Jeanne at 860-564-3175.

Friday & Saturday, November 22-23
Frosty Village Bazaar
St. Matthew Church Hall, Tolland
Friday, Nov. 22, 5-8 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hand-crafted items, baked goods, knit/crochet apparel, doll clothes, pet gifts, jewelry, Attic treasures, raffles, photos with Santa. Serving sandwiches, homemade soup, apple pies.

Saturday, November 23
Sleigh Bells Ring Christmas Fair
St. Maurice Church, Bolton
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Country store with homemade treats, stocking stuffers, fresh evergreen baskets, Take-A-Chance booth; homemade apple pies; many crafters; hot lunch; handicapped accessible.

Saturday, November 23
Saint Peter Church Christmas Fair
St. Peter Church, Higganum
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Cash Raffle, Basket Raffle, Christmas Items, Attic Treasures, Bake Sale and a CafƩ Kitchen.

Saturday, November 23
Angels and Elves Christmas Fair

St. John School, Old Saybrook
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
The Fair features local artisans and crafters, silent auction and penny cup raffles, baked goods, food court, fresh Christmas Wreaths and the return of our Nearly New Shoppe.

Saturday, November 23
Columbiettes Annual Christmas Bazaar

Saint Mary Church, Jewett City
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Displaying large variety of vendors. Serving breakfast and lunch. Join us for all your shopping needs!

Saturday, November 23
Our Lady of Fatima Rosary Guild Christmas Bazaar

St. John the Apostle Church, Plainfield
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Explore a variety of booths, including "Attic Treasures," "Santa Surprise," "Bake Booth," "CafƩ Noel," and more!

 


 


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