BAZAARS AROUND THE DIOCESE
Friday, Nov. 4 - Sunday, Nov. 6,
St. Raymond’s Christmas Bazaar
PROVIDENCE — St. Raymond’s, 1240 North Main St., will host their annual Christmas Bazaar, on Saturday, Nov. 5, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the church hall, lower level of the church building. There will be a cash raffle, gift basket raffle, straw draw, lottery pull-tabs, crafts, baked goods, penny social, hot food, coffee and soda. Visit www.straymonds.com or call the parish office, at 351-4224 for more information.
Sacred Heart Harvest Bazaar
WOONSOCKET — Sacred Heart Harvest Bazaar, 415 Olo St., will be held in the Parish Center, November 5 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., and November 6 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be available on Saturday; only brunch will be available on Sunday. The event will feature a sweet shop, wine booth, penny social, general store, grab bags, craft vendors, kid’s corner, lottery wreath, raffles, gift certificates and split the pot. For more information, call 766-3150.
Harvest Happening ‘Fall into Fun’
WARREN — St. Alexander Church, 221 Main Street, will host a Harvest Happening “Fall into Fun” on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. – noon. The event will include a gift basket bonanza, knitted items, jewelry, handcrafted holiday ornaments and centerpieces. There will also be activities for children. In addition, continental breakfast will be available both days and the Italian kitchen will be serving homemade soup and sandwiches and homemade baked goods.
Holy Family Christmas Bazaar
PAWTUCKET — Holy Family Parish’s Christmas Bazaar at St. Joseph's Church Hall, 195 Walcott St., will take place on Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 - 6:30 p.m. Raffles will include cash prizes, New England Patriots tickets, Patriots tailgate, a Tom Brady shirt and gift baskets. The event will also feature, chowder, French meat pie, jewelry, crafts, children's booth and a flea market
St. Agatha’s Christmas Bazaar
WOONSOCKET — St. Agatha’s Parish, Logee St. and Fairfield Ave., will hold their Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 5, and Sunday, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring a cash prize grand raffle and a special “Your Choice” raffle. Other favorites include crafts, toys, games, jewelry, religious items, country store, fudge, pastries, penny social, a massage station and more. Visit the kitchen to taste some local favorite recipes. Co-sponsored by Catholic Financial Life – Chapter 2.
All Saints Christmas Bazaar
WOONSOCKET — All Saints Parish, 323 Rathbun St., will host their Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the church hall. The bazaar will feature a $1,035 Gift Card Tree, theme baskets, penny social, Pick-a-Card, Pick-a-Straw, 50/50 drawing, and bake sale. Breakfast, lunch, vendors and much more. Bring your letter for Santa who will be at the bazaar all day. Premade Christmas gift baskets will be available for sale, as well as a children's gift table - all for under $5. To purchase raffle tickets or more information, call the rectory at 401-762-1100.
Saint Bartholomew Parish Bazaar
PROVIDENCE — Saint Bartholomew Church will host a Parish Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. The event will take place in the parish hall, located downstairs from the church at 297 Laurel Hill Ave. There will be handmade items, crafts, baked goods and a religious table, as well as many private vendors. The kitchen will be open with a limited menu. For more information, call the rectory office at 944-4466.
St. Vincent de Paul Church Harvest Bazaar
COVENTRY — St. Vincent de Paul Church, 6 St. Vincent De Paul St., will host their annual bazaar on November 5 and 6, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., which will feature handmade items, jewelry, baked goods, specialty raffles, Pot of Gold, Grandma’s Attic and children’s games. For more information, call 821-8719.
Holy Spirit Church Bazaar
CENTRAL FALLS — Holy Spirit Church, at the corner of Dexter and West Hunt Streets, will host their parish bazaar on Friday, Nov. 4, from 5 – 9 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 5 from 1 – 9 p.m. The event will feature a money raffle, booths and games and giant penny social tables with hundreds of gifts for adults and children. The kitchen will serve hamburgers, hot dogs, dynamites, chowder, empanadas and more. Free admission.
Snowflake Bazaar at Mary, Mother of Mankind Church
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Mary, Mother of Mankind Church, 25 Fourth St., will hold its annual Snowflake Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, Nov., 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the church hall. The bazaar features gift baskets, jewelry, raffles, a penny social and a children’s corner. Breakfast and lunch will be served both days. For more information, call the rectory at 231-3542.
St. Robert Bellarmine Church Holiday Bazaar
JOHNSTON — St. Robert Bellarmine Church will host a fundraising Holiday Bazaar that will feature food, games, crafts, raffles, a silent auction, and vendor tables in the church hall, 1804 Atwood Ave. on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 12 -4:30 p.m., and from 6:15 - 8 p.m. Proceeds will benefit St. Robert’s Food Shelf, which provides food to all neighbors in need, regardless of religious affiliation. For general information, contact Sandy at 946-3262.
St. Stanislaus Kostka Church Christmas Bazaar
WOONSOCKET — St. Stanislaus Kostka Church will host their Christmas Bazaar on Sunday, Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., at Stanislaus Kostka Church Parish Hall, 174 Harris Ave. Special feature booth will have more than 100 prizes. A boutique booth has a variation of items to purchase for early holiday shopping. Games of chance include 50/50, lollipop table, pick-a-Straw and the very popular wheel of cheer. The bazaar will also feature attic treasures, a pastry table and Polish Kitchen consisting of favorite Polish foods to eat in or take out.
Snowflake Bazaar at Sacred Heart Church
WEST WARWICK — Sacred Heart Church, 820 Providence St., will host their annual Snowflake Bazaar on Friday, Nov. 4, from noon – 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. The bazaar will feature arts and crafts, handmade scarves, gloves, penny social, roll-ups, home baked pastries, wine booth, jewelry booth, baskets booth and Mrs. Claus’ Attic. The kitchen will be open throughout the day with a variety of hot and cold sandwiches, chips, soda and coffee. Friday night will feature chowder and clam cakes. For more information, call 821-4184.
Friday, Nov. 11 - Sunday, Nov. 13
St. Brendan Holiday Bazaar and Turkey Raffle
RIVERSIDE — St. Brendan Church, 55 Turner Ave., will host a Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The event will feature local vendors, including youth vendors, a white elephant table, book table, raffles, penny social, cake decorating contest, children’s games, great food and more. Contact Kim at stbrenbazaar@gmail.com for more information. The parish will also raffle off an entire Thanksgiving dinner on Saturday, Nov. 19. Raffles will run every 15 minutes beginning at 6:30 p.m., ending at 8:30 p.m. Food and Beverages will be available for purchase.
St. Thomas Christmas Bazaar
PROVIDENCE — St. Thomas Church, 65 Fruit Hill Ave., in the church hall, will host their Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. The bazaar will feature specialty booths including handmade crafts, gift baskets, bargain treasures, penny social, children’s raffle, fresh baked treats, refreshments and games. There will also be a specialty raffle featuring tickets to entertainment events, electronics and many more prizes. The money raffle includes a main prize of $1,000. Pictures with Santa will take place from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The kitchen will be open from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mastercard and VISA accepted. For more information, call 272-7118.
Fruit Hill Holiday Bazaar
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Fruit Hill Day Services for Elderly will host their annual Holiday Bazaar, in the Peace Barn, 399 Fruit Hill Ave., on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature a food table, Christmas wreaths, gift table, special money raffle and much more.
Friday, Nov. 11 - Sunday, Nov. 13
St. Kevin Parish Christmas Bazaar
WARWICK — St. Kevin Parish in Warwick will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., at Bishop Hendricken High School, 2615 Warwick Ave. The bazaar will feature a cash raffle, hand-crafted items, baked goods, turkey trot, attic treasures, penny social, basket raffles and much more. The Christmas decor booth will feature collectable Christmas houses by Heritage Village Collection, and children can visit with Santa from 12 - 2 p.m. Vendors will also offer specialty items for sale. Be sure to visit the cafeteria where meals and snacks will be available all day. Ample parking is available in the lot off Oakland Beach Avenue.
St. John the Evangelist Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair
SLATERSVILLE — St. John the Evangelist Church will host a Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The event will feature crafts, raffles, gifts, food, games. All are invited.
Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair
WOONSOCKET — Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish in Woonsocket will hold its Annual Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 12 in the Norm Malo Hall at Msgr. Gadoury School, 1371 Park Ave. The bazaar will feature gifts, crafts, handmade items, jewelry, fudge, pastry, candy booth, penny social, split-the-pot, gift certificate raffle will also be available. Children can also visit with Santa for photos and the kitchen will offer a continental breakfast and lunch. All profits support the charitable works of OLQM Holy Name Society and St. Vincent DePaul Society. It is also sponsored by Catholic Financial Life Local Chapter #2.
St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Holiday Bazaar
WARREN — St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 500 Metacom Ave., will host its annual holiday bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 12 and Sunday, Nov. 13 in the parish hall. The bazaar will feature a country store with pie sale and various holiday and craft items. The kitchen will be open and the menu will include sandwiches, malassadas and beverages.
‘Christmas on the Hill Bazaar’ slated for SS. Peter & Paul Church
WEST WARWICK — SS. Peter and Paul Church, 48 Highland St., will hold its annual “Christmas on the Hill Bazaar” on November 12 in the church hall from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The bazaar will feature homemade foods, baked goods, crafts, knit goods, children’s twist games, jewelry, gift certificates, theme baskets, a $100 money tree and a major money raffle. Santa will make an appearance for children from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call Ginny Bunn at 401-828-1713 or Mary Burke at 401-821-1611.
Craft Fair to be held at All Saints STEAM Academy
MIDDLETOWN — All Saints STEAM Academy, 915 West Main Road, will hold their third annual craft fair on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Many local artisans and vendors will be there featuring handmade crafts, jewelry and other items. Free parking and entrance. For more information, call 848-4300.
Bazaar on Broadway
PROVIDENCE — The Church of St. Mary presents its annual Bazaar, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The bazaar will be held in the lower level of the Paul Cuffee School which is located at 30 Barton St., directly behind the Church of St. Mary. Proceeds will benefit the ministries of St. Mary Church. Admission is free. Parishioners have created unique gifts and decorations including creative holiday greenery, personalized ornaments, home and hostess gifts, “upcycled” crafts, fine knitted fashions, afghans, handcrafted jewelry, stylish accessories, a kiddie boutique and homemade confections. More bargains will be found in the gently used Christmas items and the children’s used book area. There will be a Christmas Café that will feature coffee, pastry, soup, chili and the specialty of the house, authentic Korean dishes prepared by parishioners. For more information, visit www.stmaryonbroadway.org or call the parish office at 274-3434.
AROUND THE DIOCESE
Holy Hour offered to pray for upcoming election
WOONSOCKET — Sacred Heart Church, 415 Olo St., will host a holy hour on October 31 at 6:30 p.m. Those gathered will pray in honor of All the Saints, in reparation for those involved in the occult and especially pray for the upcoming elections. There will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, a short reflection, recitation of the rosary, and the Divine Mercy Chaplet, concluding with Benediction. Confessions available. For more information, call 766-3150, Monday -Thursday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Paradise and Politics: What Does the Ballot Box have to do with Heaven?
PROVIDENCE — An often-heard recommendation advises that there are two topics to avoid in polite company: politics and religion. Join the St. Pius V Young Adults on Thursday, October 27 as it disregards this advice to discuss how voting concerns the grand human task of getting to heaven. More than a mere discussion of contemporary issues or a summary of documents, Father Thomas More Garrett, O.P., lawyer and former congressional aide, will guide a consideration of the moral stakes of voting. All ages are welcome. Adoration and confession begin at 7 p.m. and the discussion will follow at 8 p.m. in the church hall.
Mount Saint Charles Academy to host Open House
WOONSOCKET — Mount Saint Charles Academy will host Open House on Sunday, Nov. 6 from 12 – 3 p.m. For more information and to register, visit www.mountsaintcharles.org/openhouse. Those interested may also contact Mr. O'Neill, Director of Admissions, at 401-769-0310 Ext. 137 or at oneillj@mtstcharles.org. Walk-ins are welcome.
St. Brendan’s Parish offering RCIA program for adults
RIVERSIDE — St. Brendan’s Parish, 60 Turner Ave., is offering RCIA classes to adults interested in receiving the sacrament of confirmation, or joining the Catholic Church. For more information about the classes, which begin this week, contact Lauren at 433-2600 ext. 105.
‘Truth, Goodness, and Beauty’ event to take place at Cathedral
PROVIDENCE — Servants of Christ for Life and the Portsmouth Institute present the second “Truth, Goodness, and Beauty” event on Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. All proceeds will help Servants of Christ for Life stop abortions in Rhode Island. The keynote speaker will be Dr. John Bruchalski, a doctor from Virginia who performed abortions, prescribed contraception and promoted in-vitro-fertilization for years. Hear about his former life dedicated to the ‘Culture of Death’ and his miraculous conversion to the Catholic Church. There will also be a musical performance by Eric Genuis, a world-renowned Catholic composer and pianist. He will be accompanied by a world-class violist, cellist, and vocalist. In addition, many Catholic artists will be displaying and selling their work in the church hall. Lunch will be served. Tickets are available at abortionconvert.eventbrite.com. Family, student, senior, and group rates available. Call or email Tyler Rowley: 401-290-7201, t3rowley@gmail.com for more information.
Saint Raphael Academy to host Open House
PAWTUCKET — Saint Raphael Academy invites prospective students and their families to an Open House on Sunday, Nov. 6, from noon to 3 p.m. Registration will be in Alumni Hall, located at 194 Walcott Street. While at Open House, students may also register for the free Catholic High School Entrance Exam Prep Class that will be held at Saint Raphael Academy on November 19, 2016. Seating for this class is limited. For more information, go to www.saintrays.org/admissions/visiting-sra/open-house, or call 401-723-8100 ext. 116.
Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra presents ‘Musique Fantastique’
PROVIDENCE — Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra will be performing, “Musique Fantastique,” on Sunday, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m. in McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way. This concert is suitable for all ages. Tickets on sale now at www.nabsco.org. Children under 12 are free. Wearing of costumes is welcome. Please help feed the hungry by bringing a non-perishable food item for the R.I. Community Food Bank.
Openings available for Autism and the Sacraments program
WARWICK — St. Peter’s Parish has just begun their Autism and the Sacraments program for this year. There are still openings in the Faith Formation program for children with autism. Call Margaret Andreozzi at 461-5691, for more information.
Haunted Labyrinth presents ‘Cirque D’Horreur Returns’
CRANSTON — The Rejoice in Hope Center, 804 Dyer Ave., is hosting its annual “Haunted Labyrinth,” Friday-Sundays throughout the month of October, opening each evening at 7 p.m. Coupons and directions are available at www.hauntedlabyrinth.com.
Magnificat to host breakfast and guest speaker
PROVIDENCE — Magnificat, Our Lady of Divine Providence, an international women’s group, will hold its next breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, at the Providence Marriot, Orms Street in Providence. The guest speaker will be Angela Rizzo, the foundress and coordinator of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapter of Magnificat in the Diocese of Rockville Centre that she established in 1997. She will share her personal story of overcoming very difficult and challenging times full of fear and disappointment. Celebrate together with food, fellowship and prayer. For advanced reservation, call Linda Gatta at 401-864-7731
Catholic School Alumni to meet for Mass and fellowship at Cathedral
PROVIDENCE — Catholic School Alumni will come together for Mass dedicated to the souls of deceased principals, teachers and fellow alumni of all opened and closed Catholic elementary schools, on Sunday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. Rev. Jonathan DeFelice, OSB, will serve as celebrant. A reception will follow in the lower level of the cathedral, in an effort to reconnect with fellow classmates and support Catholic schools. Music will be provided by The Prout School Choir and Mr. Philip Faraone, music director. For more Information and to RSVP, contact Rebecca J. Page Perez, at rpageperez@dioceseofprovidence.org or 401-278-4610.
