Children are invited to participate in Trunk or Treat at the Union United Church of Christ grove parking lot and the Union Lutheran parking lot from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 17.

The event is designed to be a free, safe, family-friendly Halloween celebration filled with fun for everyone.

Candy, hot dogs, pizza, soft pretzels, and drinks will be available.

Children can walk from one church parking lot to the other, enjoying the decorated vehicles and receiving treats.

Union United Church of Christ, Neffs, welcomes visitors to the Golden Times lunch noon to 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 13.

Food is served by volunteers and hosted by the pastors. The meal is free.

If desired, you can bring a dessert to share and an item to donate to the food bank.

Union Lutheran Church, Schnecksville, will be hosting Basket/Gift Card Bingo on Oct. 11.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and bingo starts at 1 p.m.

There will be a regular basket raffle on a smaller scale that people will be able to enter, as in previous years.

The bingo baskets will be worth a higher retail price.

St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1415 Rising Sun Road, Laurys Station, will host a Craft Fair and Quilt Sale 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 10.

Crafters will be set up throughout the social rooms with items appropriate for holidays and special occasions.

Quilts will be displayed over the pews in the sanctuary.

They may be purchased or simply enjoyed for their intricate sewing and designs.

Refreshments include homemade soup, barbecues, and other tasty items.

Baked goods will also be available, as well as a raffle for an assortment of prizes.

This event is a great opportunity to shop and have lunch while also enjoying fellowship with friends and neighbors.