All Souls Day Procession with Statue of Our Lady
PROVIDENCE — On All Souls Day, Saturday, Nov. 2, at 9 a.m. starting at St. Mary Church, 538 Broadway, all are welcome to process with the statue of Our Lady, and to seek her intercession for our beloved dead. This event welcomes the participation of every Marian advocate. Bring your Rosary, your faith and your love for the Virgin Mary. The procession will conclude at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, 30 Fenner St., where all will gather for a Holy Mass. For more information, call the diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry, 401-421-7833, ext. 233.
St. Raymond’s annual Christmas Bazaar
PROVIDENCE — St. Raymond Church, 1240 North Main St., will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 3, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The event will feature raffles, crafts, knitted items, baked goods, penny social, Christmas greenery, hot food and more. For more information, visit www.straymonds.com or call the parish office, 401-351-4224.
Knights of Columbus to host Harvest Supper
SLATERSVILLE — The William J. Frehill Council Knights of Columbus will hold its annual Harvest Supper at St. John the Evangelist Church, 63 Church St., on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 5:30 p.m. The dinner will feature salad, pork tenderloin, chicken marsala, oven roasted potatoes, macaroni and sauce, coffee and dessert. For more details contact Tom Carnevale at 401-949-5628, tctrains@aol.com or Paul Vadenais at 401-765-4357, pvsandman@yahoo.com. All proceeds to benefit Frehill Council charitable causes.
Knights to hold breakfast
NORTH KINGSTOWN — The Knights of Columbus will hold breakfast at the Council Hall, 1265 Tower Hill Road, on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 7:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Hymn Sing Concert event scheduled
CRANSTON — Saint Paul Music Ministry will feature a large group singing of beloved hymns and songs bringing together voices in joyful harmony on November 3, at 3 p.m., in St. Paul Church, 30 Warwick Ave. A free will offering will be collected. For more information email
stpaulmusic02905@gmail.com.
St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish Christmas Bazaar
WOONSOCKET — St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish, 174 Harris Ave., will hold a Christmas Bazaar on Sunday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The kitchen will have a full menu of Polish and American food and pastries. The event will feature more than 100 prizes, cash, gift cards, baskets and gifts, boutique table, games of chance and attic treasures.
Meat Raffle
WOONSOCKET — The Woonsocket Knights of Columbus will sponsor a Meat Raffle on Friday, Nov. 8, 7 – 9 p.m., at Good Shepherd School Gym, Mendon Road. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. for a light supper for all participants. The raffle will be hosted by Dave Lamoureux who asks that you wear a football jersey of your favorite team to become part of the fun. There will be several meat packages available, assorted raffles and guaranteed a night of fun for all.
Holy Trinity annual Christmas Bazaar
WOONSOCKET — Holy Trinity Parish,1371 Park Ave., will hold a Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The event will feature many booths with handmade and crafted items, baked goods, penny social, gift certificate raffle, split the pot, wine raffle, themed basket raffle and children’s craft table. Visit with Santa and take photos as well as giving him your wish list. Kitchen will be open for lunch and include the popular dynamites, hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, onion rings and Venus deMilo soup. For more information, call Yvette Houle at 401-766-5663.
Mercy Night
NORTH EASTON, Mass. — The Father Peyton Center, 500 Washington St., will host Mercy Night: a beautiful evening of quiet prayer, music, eucharistic adoration and confession on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 6-8 p.m., in St. Joseph Chapel. Prayer Teams will be available for those desiring the opportunity to pray with others and share their special prayer intentions. Drop-in event. Registration is not required. Learn more about the event at www.MuseumOfFamilyPrayer.org/mercy-night or by calling 508-238-4095.
Unstuck: Breaking Free from Persistent Regret
ATTLEBORO, Mass. — LaSalette Shrine will host “Unstuck: Breaking Free from Persistent Regret,” a morning of reflection and growth on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 10 – 11:30 a.m., in the welcome center. The presenter will be Christine Rubinstein, a retired Christian psychotherapist, and convert to the Catholic Church.
Holiday Bazaar
JOHNSTON — St. Robert Bellarmine, 1804 Atwood Ave., will hold a holiday bazaar in the church hall on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and from 6 - 7:30 p.m. The event will feature food, a straw game, raffles, a silent auction, and many vendor tables. Proceeds will benefit St. Robert’s Food Shelf and Outreach Ministries. For more information, contact Sandy at 401-946-3262 or Terry at 401-855-4693.
Holly Berry Bazaar
WEST WARWICK — SS. John & James Parish & St. Mary Mission will hold their annual Holly Berry Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The event takes place in the cafeteria of the school building at 17 St. John St. The bazaar will feature baked goods, crafts, knit and sew, religious items, jewelry, gifts galore, raffles and kitchen. For more information call 401-821-7661
St. Vincent de Paul Church to host harvest bazaar
COVENTRY — St. Vincent de Paul Church, 6 St. Vincent de Paul St., will host a harvest bazaar Saturday, Nov. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature Madeleine’s Kitchen, basket raffle, crafts, baked goods, grandma’s attic, roll up tables, 50/50 raffle, grocery bingo, grand raffle, lottery tree raffle.
Memorial Mass for deceased members of St. Francis Knights of Columbus
NORTH KINGSTOWN — On Tuesday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m., at St. Francis De Sales Church, there will be a Memorial Mass for the deceased members of St. Francis Knights of Columbus Council 2011. All are invited to attend and to honor our Brother Knights who have gone on to their eternal reward. There will be a light collation following Mass in Driscoll Hall.
Pro-Life Communications Workshop
PROVIDENCE —The Life & Family Ministries of the Diocese of Providence will host a Pro-Life Communications Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., at Bishop McVinney Auditorium. Learn the most effective language and communication skills for winning hearts and minds for the culture of life. There is no cost to attend. Morning snacks, coffee and drinks will be provided as well as lunch following the presentation. For those unfamiliar with visiting Bishop McVinney Auditorium, parking instructions for the 30 Fenner Street parking lots and a map for street parking is provided on the registration form. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/yc5wc9bk. Please direct questions to Lisa Cooley at lcooley@dpvd.org or 401-278-2518.
The Wonder of Christmas Bazaar and Crafts Fair
NASONVILLE — The Wonder of Christmas Bazaar and Crafts Fair returns to the Shrine of the Little Flower on Friday, Nov. 15, from noon – 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. The fair will feature knit items, holiday décor, gift-cards from local businesses and other great holiday presents in the penny social, gift baskets and much more. The kitchen will offer fish and chips on Friday night and breakfast sandwiches on Saturday morning. Live music, with contemporary Christian singer Missy Ducharmem, will take place on Friday from 5-6:30 p.m. A wine and cheese party will take place on Saturday from 4-5:30 p.m. Bingo will take place both evenings from 3-5 p.m. Call the parish office at 401-568-8280 for more information.
St. Joseph Parish Christmas Bazaar
CENTRAL FALLS — St. Joseph Parish, 391 High St., will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 12 – 5 p.m. in the parish center across from the rectory. The bazaar will include Polish food, pastry, special raffles, children’s games, photos with Santa and much more. Free admission.
Harvest Dance
WARREN — St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 500 Metacom Ave., will host a Harvest Dance on November 16 at 5:30 p.m. The Goat Roper Band will provide musical entertainment. The small admission fee includes coffee, tea and dessert. The kitchen will be open selling sandwiches, favas and chourico and assorted pizza. There will be a raffle, silent auction, and 50/50 split the pot. For more information, call 401-263-3594.
Chesterton Academy Open House
WARWICK — Chesterton Academy, 610 Jefferson Blvd., will hold an open house on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9:15-11:30 a.m. The event will include an experience of the daily morning prayer, a school tour, a presentation about classical education, and the opportunity to meet current and prospective students and families. Register at www.chestertonri.org/nov16. For more information, call 401-287-2280 or email info@chestertonRl.org.
Christ the King 46th annual bazaar
WEST WARWICK — Church of Christ the King, 124 Legris Ave., will host a Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 16, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 17, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Come for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday. The event will feature a social table, wine and dine, jewelry table, lottery tree, attic treasures, crafts, raffles with cash prizes and more. Mass is 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m.
Turkey Trot
PROVIDENCE — St. Bartholomew Parish, 311 Laurel Hill Ave., will host its annual Turkey Trot on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 6 p.m., in the church hall. There will be prizes, turkey giveaways and a menu of food items available for purchase from the kitchen. Admission is free. For more information, contact the rectory at 401-944-4466.
