All Saints Day and All Souls Day masses

Oneida — The Catholic community of St. Patrick’s and St. Joseph’s announced masses for All Saints Day and All Souls Day. All Saints Day masses will occur on Friday, Nov. 1 at 8:30 a.m. and 12:05 p.m. at St. Joseph’s; 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. at St. Patrick’s. The All Souls Daymass will be held Monday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. at St. Patrick’s.

Operation Christmas Child

Vernon — Shiloh Bible Church is teaming up with Vernon Baptist Church to share a fun morning of fellowship and shoebox packing to support Operation Christmas Child. The event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 10 a.m. at Vernon Baptist Church.

Harvest Supper

Oneida — St. Paul’s Annual Harvest Supper will be held, Wednesday, Nov. 6. Attendees can enjoy roast pork and all the homemade trimmings including dessert. Family-style dinner seating begins at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Takeouts available 4:15-6:30. Please call for reservations Ellen (560- 5610), Colleen (4162158, Mim (363-0418) or the church (363-1921).

WinterWear Giveaway

Bridgeport — There will be a giveaway of gently used winter wear for all ages and sizes at the Bridgeport UnitedMethodist Church at 377 NYS Route 31 on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Footwear will also be available. A free breakfast and lunch will be offered. Donations will be accepted. Sponsored by the Minoa/ Bridgeport/ Kirkville Ecumenical Council.

Fall Bazaar

Chittenango — St. Patrick’s Church (Chittenango) will host its Fall Bazaar Saturday, Nov. 23 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1341 Murray Dr., Chittenango.The Bazaar will include: basket raffles, craft sales, live music, bake sale, Chance Wheel (for turkies), and a grand raffle with prizes of $1000, $250 and $100. Food will be available for purchase. There is no entrance fee, but you’re encouraged to bring a canned good, which will give you a chance for a door prize.

Bible study

Sherrill — Plymouth Alliance Church in Sherrill is doing a Bible Study called “Priorities: The Tyranny of the Urgent.” The study begins the week of Sunday, October 6th and we have a variety of groups meeting throughout theweek for you to pick that fits your schedule. The study will run for 6 weeks and if you are interested in purchasing a Bible Study Guide and participate in one of the groups meeting during the week, please call the Church office at (315) 363-5642.

BeadsforLife

Clinton — BeadforLife employs women artisans across Uganda, who find joy in creating beautiful things with their own hands, and the sale of their products supports B4L’s entrepreneurial training programs, giving women the knowledge and confidence they need to become business owners in their own right. We have a large selection of BeadforLife jewelry (made from recycled paper), plus baskets, collectibles, wood items, food items, clothing and toys from 38 different countries in our Fair Trade Shop, Stone Presbyterian Church, 8 South Park Row, Clinton. Hours are 10 a.m .to 6:30 p.m. every Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. second Saturdays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on October 3rd at the Farmer’s Market on the Village Green in Clinton. For more information, contact Lauralyn Kolb, lkolb@ hamilton.edu, 315-725-1326, visit the website at www. stonepres.org or like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/stonepres.

Consignment Shop accepting items

Oneida — The Second Hand Rose Consignment Shop of Oneida First Presbyterian Church will be accepting new and nearly new Fall and Winter women’s and children’s items along with small household items. The shop is located on Broad and Stone Streets with parking in the rear. Shop hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., taking consignments each day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Holy Land trip

Utica — The Good News Center will host a pilgrimage to the Holy Land Nov. 30 through Dec. 10, led by Mark Kaminski, as well as a local guidewho lives in Israel. The trip will visit the sites of Bethlehem, Nazareth, Cana, the Sea of Galilee, and more. Prices include first-class accommodations, airfare, ground transportation and some meals. For more information, call 315-735- 6210 or visit www.thegoodnewscenter.org or selectinternationaltours.com.

Lakeside Farmers Market

Bridgeport — The Lakeside Farmers Market, a collaboration of Bridgeport United Methodist Church and the community, is every Thursday from3-7 p.m., rain or shine. Fresh produce, honey, eggs, and more is available, as well as baked goods or a cooked chicken for supper. The market is located at 377 Route 31 in Bridgeport.

Church pantry moved

Morrisville — The Morrisville Community Church Food Pantry has moved from the Cornell Cooperative Building, 100 Eaton St., Morrisville, to the lower level of theMorrisville Community Church, located at 3824 Swamp Road, Morrisville. New hours of operation are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon, and the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Food is available outside of normal hours during emergencies. For more information, contact the church at 315-684

3314.

Friendship Inn open each Thursday

MORRISVILLE — Friendship Inn at St. Joan of Arc Church offers a free weekly meal to the Morrisville 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. Checks may 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 information 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 becomemore 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