Fall rummage sale

Cleveland — The Cleveland United Methodist Church will hold its annual Fall Rummage and Bake Sale on Friday, Oct. 26, from 5-8 p.m., and on Saturday, Oct. 27, from9a.m. to3p.m., at the church, 73 Bridge St., Cleveland. Christmas, Halloween, and fall items, rummage, books, jewelry, clothing, coats, shoes, boots, household, linens, crafts and muchmore. A bake sale will be held both days.

Ham and scalloped dinner

Vernon Center— The Vernon Center United Methodist Church will host a ham and scalloped potato dinner on Oct. 27 from 4:306:30 p.m. at the church, located at 5815 Youngs Road, Vernon Center, on the circle at Route 26. Dinner will include sliced ham, scalloped potatoes, squash, green beans, applesauce, roll and butter, a beverage of choice and dessert. Dinners are $10 for adults and $6.50 for children ages 5-12. The church is handicap accessible and take outs are available.

Clothing giveaway

Bridgeport— The Bridgeport United Methodist Church will hold a community clothing giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 377 Route 31. Gently-used winter clothing and shoes will be available. Free breakfast and lunch will also be available.

Harvest pie sale

Clinton — The Stone Presbyterian Church will hold its annual harvest pie sale on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 8 S. Park Row, Clinton. Several kinds of pies will be available, with the focus being on apple. As in the past, the event will also feature “drive-thru pies.” The proceedswill go toward various mission projects of the Women’s Association of Stone Church. For more information, contact Ceil Gilbert, 315-853-8289 orDonna Goodfriend, 315-749-4085.

Harvest dinner

Oneida — St. John’s Eqiscopal Church will hold its Harvest Dinner on Sunday, Oct. 28, from noon to 4 p.m. Themenu includes turkey, potatoes, stuffing, cranberries, carrots, biscuits, and lots of pies for dessert. Also included is coffee, orange drink and milk. The dinner will be served family style. Dinners are $11 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for children (6-12) and children 5 and under are free. St. John’s is located at 341 Main St., Oneida. Dine in, take out and free home delivery are available. Contact Peter at 315-272-3218 or the church at 315-363-1940with any questions.

Heavenly Treats

Canastota — The First Baptist Church in Canastota will host its fourth annual Heavenly Trunk of Treats for children from 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 31. It will be held in the entry of the church with twinkling lights and angelic beings. Candy and trinkets will be handed out. All children welcome.

All Saints and All Souls

Oneida— St. Patrick’s and St. Joseph’s will hold Mass for All Saints Day on Nov. 1 at St. Joseph’s at 8 a.m. and 12:05 p.m., and St. Patrick’s at 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

St. Patrick’s Church will hold its All Souls’ Day Mass Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. During this Mass, everyonewill have the opportunity to light a candle for lovedoneswhoareno longerwith us here on earth.

These November feasts vividly remind us of the rich reality known as the communion of saints. This belief stresses the strong affirmation that the Church is always one in Christ. Death does not sever any of the bonds that unite us in Christ. That is why it is a fitting practice to pray for the dead and to ask them to pray for us. Just as we do that for each other when we are alive, so, too, do we continue that bond and concern for each other even beyond death.

Flags for Heroes

Utica — The Good News Center will once again post 1000 flags on Utica’s Memorial Parkway the week before Veterans Day, which will be on display Nov. 2-11. The flags will be tagged in memory or honor of a loved one. On Nov. 11, the hundredth anniversary of the end of WorldWar I, a ceremonywill take place at the Memorial Parkway where visitors can see the flags on display and hear keynote speaker, Jan Scruggs. Scruggs, a Vietnam veteran, founded thememorial that has become known as the Vietnam Wall. The cost to sponsor a flag is $35. You may also call for information on sponsoring a portion of the field. All proceeds will be used to support the Military Rehabilitation program at Sitrin Health Care Center. You can order by calling us at 315-735-6210.

Swiss steak dinner

Vernon — The Vernon United Methodist Church will hold a Swiss steak dinner on Nov. 3 from 4-6:30 p.m. at the church, located on Route 5 in Vernon. Dinner is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and free for children younger than 5. Ten percent of proceeds go to missions. Take-outs are available. Formore information, call 315-829-3535.

Election Day chicken and biscuits

Canastota — The Grace Lutheran Church, 3965 Carter Road, Canastota, will hold its annual Election day chicken and biscuits dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 4-7 p.m. Dinners cost $10 for adults, or $8 for small portions. Children ages 4 and younger eat free. Eat-in or take-out available. For more information, call 315-6972128.

85th annual Harvest Supper

Oneida — St. Paul’s United Methodist Church’s 85th annual Harvest Supper will be held Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 551 Sayles St., Oneida. The dinner will include roast pork and all the homemade trimmings, including dessert. Family style dinner seating will be held at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-10, and children under 4 are free. Takeouts are available from 4:15-6:30 p.m. for $10. To make reservations, call Phyllis at 315-953-1007, Colleen at 315-416-2158, Mimat 315-363-0418, or the church at 315-363-1921.

St. Pat’s Fall Bazaar

Chittenango — St. Patrick’s Church, Chittenango, will host its annual Fall Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 17. The festival will take place at the church (1341 Murray Drive) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Highlightswill include: gift basket raffles, a variety of crafters, a country store with fresh baked goods, live music, a chance wheel, and contests and games for children in the music corner. There will be a grand raffle with a top prize of $1,000. Admission is free, and food will be available for purchase throughout the day.

Friendship Inn open each Thursday

MORRISVILLE— Friendship Inn at St. Joan of Arc Church offers a free weekly meal to theMorrisville community every Thursday beginning at 5 p.m. Non-denominational and open to all, regardless of financial need, Friendship Inn draws on a small army of volunteers who fulfill numerous tasks, from set-up, cooking, serving, to clean-up. Volunteers are always needed. Donations are welcome as well to supplement food offerings and to purchase equipment and supplies. Checksmay be made out to Friendship Inn, c/o St. Joan of Arc Church, 6 Brookside Dr. P.O. Box 1087, Morrisville, N.Y. 13408. For more information contact Patty Higgins at (315) 6843070.

Clothing donations accepted

ONEIDA — St. John’s Episcopal Church, 341 Main St., has been chosen by St. Pauly Textile, Inc. as a repository for used clothing. St. Pauly’s mission is to provide wearable clothing to people who need it, both in the United States and Third World countries. Items that can be collected include clothing, shoes, sneakers, belts, purses, linens, blankets, curtains and stuffed toys. No rags or fabric scraps, pillows, toys or household goods are accepted. Donations are not cut up or shredded. Items should be placed in plastic bags (no larger than 13 gal. size) and placed in the chute of the shed located on St. John’s driveway. Donations are acceptable any time of the day or night. This mission has provided more than 30 million garments to people all over the world who are in need.

Support for parents

Utica — Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) is a national organization founded in Arizona. The group will be led by Michelle Holliday, who has been trained by PAL. Some of the topics covered are: addiction cycle, traits and behaviors, delayed emotional growth, role of family and enabling behaviors. Meetings are 6:30-8 p.m. every other Monday at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. For more information contact The Good News Center at 315-735-6210, info@thegoodnewscenter.org, or online at www.thegoodnewscenter.org.

Grief survivors

Utica — The Grief Survivors group meets every other Tuesday from 5:307:30 p.m. at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. Drop-ins welcome. This is a non-denominational support group for those suffering the loss of a loved one. For more infor- mation contact The Good News Center at 315-7356210, info@thegoodnewscenter.org, or visit www.thegoodnewscenter.org.

Women at the Well

Utica — Women at the Well Women at the Well meets from 6:30–8 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. All Christian women of any age are invited to come to Women at the Well to enrich their awareness of God in their life and become more attentive to the ways He nourishes them each day. Facilitated by Sister Mary Ellen Schopfer, CSJ, spiritual director, this evening becomes a time for receiving insights, as well as gaining support. For details, call The Good News Center at 315-735-6210 or visit www.thegoodnewscenter.org.

Separated and divorced support group

Utica — The Separated and Divorced Support Group meets every other Sunday, 5-6:30 p.m. at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. The groupmeets in a warm, caring, confidential environment designed to help teach skills and practical information that will guide participants in rebuilding their lives after separation or divorce. Free and open to all. For more information contact Judy at 315-735-6210, judy@thegoodnewscenter. org, or visit us at www.thegoodnewscenter.org.

The Third Option

Utica— The ThirdOption meets every other Sunday from 6:30-8:30 p,m, at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. Learn communication skills such as how to handle anger more constructively, resolve conflicts, and communicate better. Hear couples share how they overcame problems in their marriages. The Third Option support group is for married couples. Formore information and to register call 315-735-6210, info@thegoodnewscenter. org or visit us online www. thegoodnewscenter.org.