Roundup of faith-based events.
Christmas fair
SPRINGFIELD — The 2013 Holy Name Athletic Association annual “Christmas Craft Fair” will be held on Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the social center, 37 Alderman St.
Children’s Chorus
SPRINGFIELD – The Children’s Chorus of Springfield will perform at Trinity United Methodist Church on Sumner Ave. on Nov. 16 at 3 p.m.
Holiday bazaar
WESTFIELD – Holy Trinity Rosary Society’s second annual holiday bazaar, featuring Christmas trees and wreaths, as will as handmade items, will be held on Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the church on 331 Elm St.
Flea marketÂ
HOLYOKE – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 485 Appleton St., will hold a flea market ,and craft and bake sale on Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the parish hall.
Craft fair
SOUTHWICK – Christ Church United Methodist, 222 College Highway, will hold a holiday craft fair on Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a lunch menu. and coffee and tea are free.
Rummage sale
HAYDENVILLE – Our Lady of the Hills Parish, Route 9, will hold its annual rummage sale, featuring clothes and toys, on Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
‘Hollydaze’
NORTHAMPTON – Florence Congregational Church, 130 Pine St., in the Florence section, will hold its “Hollydaze Bazaar,” featuring hand crafts, baked goods, and antiques among the items, on Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There is also a “Kids Only” shopping zone, and a petting zoo. Luncheon will be served, starting at 11 a.m.
Church fair
SPRINGFIELD – Holy Cross Church, 221 Plumtree Road, is hosting a holiday craft fair on Nov. 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the school gym. There will be more than 35 crafters.
Teaching Mass
WESTFIELD – St. Mary’s annual teaching Mass will be held Nov. 17 at 5:15 p.m., with an informal talk at 4:45 p.m. at the church on Bartlett St. For more information, call (413) 568-1127.
Church supper
CHICOPEE – Faith United Methodist Church, 191 Montcalm St., will hold its monthly spaghetti supper on Nov. 21, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost $6 adults, $3 for kids, children under 8 free. All are welcome. Takeout is available.
Crafters wanted
WEST SPRINGFIELD – Grace Lutheran Church has space available for crafters interested in its 35th annual holiday fair on Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the church hall at 1552 Westfield St. For more information call Sue at (413) 562-7784.
Boar’s Head
SPRINGFIELD – The Boar’s Head festival, a medieval celebration of the Epiphany, will be presented at Trinity United Methodist Church, 361 Sumner Ave. on Jan. 10, 11, and 12, with period costumes, live animals, and the music of the Christmas season. Tickets are $25 adults, and $15 for children ages 4-11.
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