Special Events and Fundraisers

Traditional events held at St. Mary’s have included a yearly rummage sale, a Daffodil Tea, and the annual Holly Fair, as well as many smaller events.

Since 2020, resources, parish interests and the impact of Covid have necessitated changes in what we do and how we do it. With this in mind, there are currently no guaranteed annual events on our calendar.

The flexibility of our church has been a great asset as we have moved forward. In the fall of 2019, St. Mary’s volunteers opened Angel’s Treasures on the church campus, a lovely thrift shop staffed by volunteers from the church and the community. The shop offers customers the opportunity to buy quality used furniture, home décor, and other items at reasonable prices. The shop’s success has allowed fund raisers to take a breather and consider alternative ideas.

In 2020 the Annual Holly Fair morphed into an online activity and was very successful. Since 2020, special events and fundraising events have included online auctions of art, experiences and goods, a clothing sale and two holiday themed dinners. In 2023, after a hiatus of three years, yielding to popular demand for this traditional event, our church held the Daffodil Tea once again. This delightful and enjoyable event allowed parishioners to work together to provide a high quality, fun afternoon to the wider community and raise funds as well.

Proceeds from Angel’s Treasures and special events held to raise funds are divided equally between St. Mary’s Outreach Program and operational expenses of the church.

The church Fundraising Committee appreciates ideas for possible events and volunteers who are willing to help with planning and staffing them.

Contact: Beth Hearn or Bev Parke