Very kindly and generously, Harriet Grenier made strawberry jam on Monday from the strawberries that were not consumed on Friday or sold on Sunday. I've consumed a jar of it already and can say it is the essence of summer in a jar. Pick up a jar on Sunday and leave a donation in the…
Last Weekend's Fundraiser Revisited
Our inaugural pairing of the Silent Auction (in its second year) with our Strawberry Festival (in it's 44th year) went really well. We had a banner turnout -- serving over 350 people. The weather was perfect and the atmosphere here was easy and welcoming. Between the silent auction and the supper, we grossed over $8300.…
Seeking Christian Ed Director
Christian Education Director Purpose Statement or Mission: To oversee and to provide leadership for /in developing, strengthening, and sustaining Christian Education programs designed to meet the needs of all the community members wherever they are in their faith journeys. Responsibilities: • Education Program Development for the entire church community. 1) Act as resource for current…
Silent Auction Item List
Activities and Sports Tree Consultation from Vermont Arborist (1 hour)Afternoon Sail on Lake Champlain (up to 4 guests)2 UVM Men's Hockey tickets 2019-2020 season10 Hours of Weeding / Gardening WorkWeekend Airbnb Rental (sleeps 6) in Waterbury CenterAirbnb 2 nights for 4 guestsAirbnb Weekend for 2 guests, Apartment in WaterburyBreakfast and Bird Watching (with accomplished birder)…
Gleaning
It's an ancient practise: people with few means head out to the fields after the harvest has been taken in to pick up what little remains there are for their family to eat. Perhaps the most famous story is of Ruth, who, after returning, widowed, with her widowed mother-in-law, to Bethlehem, resorts to gleaning in…