Thanksgiving dinner
JAY — New Life Baptist Church announced on Sunday that the church would host a free turkey dinner from 2 to 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The pastor of the church, Dr. Chris Grimbilas, made the announcement following the Sunday morning service. “Our folks are excited about it,” said Pastor Grimbilas. “We will put out a full Thanksgiving meal; a turkey dinner with all the trimmings.” Several folks in the church immediately volunteered to help serve of cook food. The church realizes that there some are those who are hurting and some who have no place to go. New Life Baptist Church, according to Grimbilas, is someplace that folks will be welcomed, fed, and looked after for that holiday meal. If folks would like to volunteer to help or have food they would like to donate, please email the church at office@newlifeinjay.org.
Sales
JAY — Frank L. Mitchell VFW Post 3335 Auxiliary in Jay is planning a Thanksgiving pie sale by pre-order only. The choices are chocolate, pumpkin, and apple. Pre-orders will be Nov. 8 thru the 19. Pick up pies at the Post on the Nov. 23 from 10 a.m.to 2. p.m. Last year’s sale was a huge success, and we are hoping for another. Call 897-5112 to preorder
INDUSTRY — Saturday, Nov. 20, Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Industry Town Hall. There will be a bake sale and Decorate the Money Tree to benefit Operation Santa Claus. Coffee and hot cocoa will be available. There is NO charge for a table space, but you MUST reserve the space with Maria @ 578-1200.
JAY — St. Rose of Lima Christmas Fair will be held November 20, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Parish Hall at 1 Church St in Jay. Come early for homemade donuts and coffee. Turkey pot pie, fish chowder, and hot dogs served for lunch and sold throughout the day. Visit the raffle corner with over 100 items, take a chance at the scratch ticket board with over $100.00 work or tickets. We also have homemade fudge, a candy booth, baked goods and more. Proceeds from the fair support outreach to the community. Hope to see you there!!
WILTON — Tuesday, November 23, from 9 a.m. until sold out there will be a Thanksgiving Bake Sale at the Wilton United Methodist Church. There will be pies, rolls, and breads, etc. For more information, you may call 645-2190 or 778-5927.
FARMINGTON — Farmington Grange is seeking crafters for series of Holiday Fairs at the Grange. The fairs will be held Nov. 20, Dec. 4 and Dec. 18; from 12 to 3 p.m., at the Farmington Grange Hall. Tables are available for a fee. The Grange Hall is located at 124 Bridge Street. Handmade gift items, candy, baked goods and holiday decorations are expected. Refreshments will be available for a donation. Vendors wishing to rent space should contact a grange member or call 778-6637 or 778-2932.
Suppers
JAY — Frank L. Mitchell VFW Post #3335 at 64 Jewell St. in Jay are continuing the Friday night take-out suppers. In November and December, they will be doing a soup and sandwich theme every week including dessert. The price is $9. Meals begins serving at 5 p.m. Call Janice early at 897-2122 to reserve your meal. On Nov. 19, it will be chicken noodle soup with chicken salad sandwich. There will be no supper on the Friday after Thanksgiving. The Post and Auxiliary would like to thank all of you for your continued support!
EAST WILTON — On Nov. 20, from 5 to 6 p.m., The Masonic Group at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, at 70 Bryant Road, East Wilton, Maine will be hosting a public pickup/takeout meal consisting of meatloaf, mashed potato, vegetable, rolls and pumpkin pie. $9 for adults and $5 for those under 12. We would appreciate meal reservations by 5 p.m., on Thursday, Nov. 18. Reservations for meals may be made by calling Alan Morison – 645-4366; Robert Lawrence – 778-2354 or Alvin McDonald – 645-2190. We offer home deliveries in the Farmington and Wilton area for $10 per delivered meal.
Services
WILTON — The Wilton United Methodist Church will be hosting an Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, Nov. 21, at 4 p.m. All are welcome.
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