Thrift shop
Springfield – The thrift shop at St. Gregory Armenian Church, 135 Goodwin St., in the Indian Orchard section, is open Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, go online to saintgregoryarmenianchurch.org.
Church events
Sunderland – First Congregational Church of Sunderland, 91 S. Main St., Serendipity Shop is open on Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with items for sale at bargain prices.
Weekly Sunday church service is offered at 11 a.m. in-person or on Zoom. Email scc1717@wordpress.com or visit the church on Facebook for more information.
Relics of St. Padre Pio
Chicopee – On Saturday, May 4, the Basilica of St. Stanislaus will host five relics of St. Padre Pio for public veneration from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The first-and-second class relics are as follows: crusts of Saint Pio’s wounds, a white fingerless glove with Saint Pio’s blood stains, a lock of Saint Pio’s hair, a handkerchief with Saint Pio’s perspiration, and a piece of the saint’s habit. To see photos of the relics, visit www.saintpiofoundation.org/relics-tour.media. The relics are brought to the Basilica courtesy of the St. Pio Foundation, Tuckahoe, NY. All are welcome to attend. The parish is located at 566 Front St.
Frozen Polish food sale
Springfield – Immaculate Conception Parish, 25 Parker St., in the Indian Orchard section will hold a frozen Polish food sale (golabki, kapusta, pierogi (cabbage, potato & cheese, sweet cheese, blueberry), will be held on Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parish hall.
Drive-in collection of donations
Springfield – Foster Memorial Church, UCC, will hold their monthly outreach “Drive-in Collection of Donations” on Saturday, May 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the church’s back parking lot. They will be collecting non-perishable food for the Emergency Food Cupboard of the Open Pantry. All donations are greatly appreciated. The church is located at 1791 Wilbraham Road in the Sixteen Acres section.
Monthly spaghetti supper
Ludlow – St. Elizabeth Parish, Hubbard Street will hold their next monthly spaghetti supper on Tuesday, May 14 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and children under 10 are $4 each, immediate family cap is $20.
Catholic Women’s Club Banquet
Agawam – The annual banquet of the Catholic Women’s Club of Agawam will take place at Casa Di Lisa, 801 Springfield St., in the Feeding Hills section on Tuesday, May 14. The evening will begin with appetizers from 6 to 6:45 p.m., consisting of bruschetta, fresh fruit, cheese, and crackers. At 7 p.m., the buffet of grilled park chops with applesauce, chicken francese, baked cod, vegetables, roasted potatoes, green beans almondine, salad and bread will be served. Coffee, tea, and soda will be served, and dessert will be mini cannoli’s and petit fours. A cash bar will be available. Cost is $35 and includes tax and tip. Checks made out to CWC or cash must be sent to Katie Heald, chairperson of the event, at 66 Beekman Drive, Agawam, MA 01001 or left in her mailbox by May 6. No refunds after this date as the count is due May 7. Write with whom you wish to sit. There is one table of 8 ladies available and the rest are tables of 6. Any larger tables will be placed close to each other. For questions, or more information call Katie at 413-786-1287. The club’s monthly and annual meetings will follow the dinner. Any Catholic Woman residing in Agawam/Feeding Hills or member of either of the towns Catholic Parishes are welcome to attend this even.
Church tag sale
Holyoke – Our Lady of the Cross Parish Hall, 1140 Dwight St. will hold a tag sale on Saturday May 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday May 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tons of treasures for all ages. Held rain or shine. For more information, call 413-532-5661.
Church events
Springfield – South Congregational Church, an open and affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ in downtown Springfield, invites everyone to its regular worship services, Sundays at 10 a.m. in person at 45 Maple Street in Springfield or on Zoom. Find the Zoom link and more information about us on our website at www.sococh.org. On Sunday, May 5, the church will hold a free concert featuring arrangements and originals by Muse 3.1 on Sunday, May 5 at 3 p.m. Free-will offering accepted.
You will experience their warm welcome, fine music program, and engaging coffee hour immediately following worship. Childcare is also available. Join the Bible Study group on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on Zoom (use the Zoom worship link) — whether you are new to bible study or have a lifetime of experience, you are welcome. Other programs include regular knitting and quilting circles as well as an upcoming Lenten Book Group. In addition to church services and events, South is particularly engaged in the downtown community, and many public programs are offered in their spaces. If you’d like to know more, receive our weekly email newsletter, or have any questions, please email admin@sococh.org or call (413) 732-0117. Find them on Facebook or Instagram.
Wine tasting
Amherst – Newman Catholic Center, 111 Thatcher Road will be holding their first annual wine tasting “Summer Sips,” on Friday, June 7, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Center’s new facility. Tickets are now on sale. Proceeds to benefit the ministry of the Center, located on the campus of the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The cost of the tickets are $35 per person and $50 per couple and can be purchased at any Liquors 44 location, and by calling or emailing Newman 413-549-0300, newmansecretary@diospringfield.org. “Summer Sips” will feature a variety of white, red and rose summer wines from distributors from around the country and more. An assortment of non-alcoholic wines will also be available for tasting.
Bus trip
Springfield – St. Catherine of Siena, 1023 Parker St., presents a bus trip to see the Woosox play Rochester on Sunday, June 9 at 1:05 p.m. The bus leaves the church’s parking lot at 11 a.m. Reserved covered seating behind third base. Cost includes bus/driver’s gratuity, $2 credit on food.
The church presents a trip to Bushnell Theater to see “Funny Girl,” on Sunday, June 23, 1 p.m. The bus leaves the church’s parking lot at 11:30 a.m. Show, bus and all gratuities including family style dinner at Sorella’s included with price. For more information and to reserve your seat for either trip, contact Betty at 413-896-8801.
Sunday services
Agawam – Agawam Congregational Church, 745 Main St., invites the community to Sunday morning services at 10 a.m. On the first Sunday of every month communion is served. Following all Sunday services, there is a friendship gathering in the church hall. The church is handicap accessible with a large parking lot. The church live stream’s on YouTube each week. Visit https://agawamcongregationalchurch.com. For more information call 413-786-7111 or email at office@agawamcong.com.
Additional adoration times
Agawam – St. John the Evangelist Church, 833 Main St. will offer weekly adoration ceremonies on Wednesdays between noon and 5:30 p.m. The Holy Mass takes place at 6 p.m. Lawn signs are available for Agawam residents announcing the Year of the Eucharist. Contact the parish office to obtain one, 413-786-8105, ext. 101.
Free weekly Veterans lunch
Holyoke – Community Roots Neighborhood Services offers a free hot lunch for Veterans and their adult immediate family (Parents or spouse). The lunches are every Thursday at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 485 Appleton St. Questions? Email Gina Nelson at crnsholyoke@gmail.com.
Church events
Wilbraham – Wilbraham United Church at 500 Main St., welcomes the community to Sunday morning services at 10 a.m. On the first Sunday of every month communion is served with bread and grape juice. Following all Sunday services, there is a Friendship gathering in the Fellowship Hall. Coffee, and other refreshments are served and all are welcomed. Wilbraham United is a merged congregation of the Congregational and Methodist Societies. They celebrate as both a congregation that recognizes the traditions and values of both the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist denominations. Wilbraham United Church is a place where someone from any walk of life can feel comfortable. They are committed to service and sharing their space for the good of the community and to the glory of God. The church is especially welcoming to children, who are gladly received in the worship service. There are church school classes for children who wish to attend for ages 3 through 13 during the worship service time. The church is handicapped accessible with a large parking lot in the rear. For any questions contact the church administrator at 413-596-2511 ext. 100 or email admin@wilbrahamunitedchurch.org.
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