One day after the Feast of Saint Francis, the Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church invites laity and clergy to a creation-centered worship service, Wednesday, October 5, at 9:30 a.m. via ZOOM. Northern Virginia District Lay Leader Karen McElfish will preach the importance of earth and energy justice, and the Rev. Amy Dunn, pastor […]

Trunk or Treat, Andrew Chapel UMC, 1732 Brooke Rd, Stafford VA 22554, October 31, 6-8 p.m. Free Community Event. For more information call 540-659-2461. View flyer

Holiday Craft and Bake Sale, St. Matthias UMC, 426 Deacon Road, Fredericksburg, VA, October 15, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Shop a wide selection of crafts, delicious baked goods, and enjoy lunch! For more information contact Melonie Peters, at [email protected] or 540-373-8759

Laurel Park UMC’s yard sale on Saturday, October 15, from 8 am to 2 pm, at 2700 Hungary Road, Henrico, VA, 23228. They will have a bake sale and pumpkin patch; preorder Brunswick Stew by calling Lori at (804) 592-9222.  

The Virginia Church Library Association (VCLA) is holding its fall conference on Oct. 15 at the Dover Baptist Associate office in Ashland (11006 Lakeridge Pkwy). United Methodist church librarians are encouraged to attend. More information is available on the attached flyer (pdf). For more information:Website - www.vacla.orgFacebook - Virginia Church Library AssociationInstagram - vachurchlibraryE-mail - […]

Celebrate Light Youth Group Fall Event, Lower UMC, 120 Lower Church Rd, Hartfield, VA 23071, Friday, October 21, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Youth event celebrating fall. Activities include hayrides, a firepit with s'mores, live music, and more. For more information contact Kristie Brookshire at [email protected] or 804-776-6250. View flyer

Stew Sale and Indoor Flea Market, Oakland UMC, 184 Snakepath Road, Blairs, VA 24527, October 22, 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Breakfast and Lunch will be available for purchase. Indoor Yard Sale, 7:30 am-2 pm.

Churchwide Yard Sale, St. Paul UMC, 1400 G St, Woodbridge, VA 22191, October 22, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Gently used items for everyone. Come support the ministries of St. Paul UMC. No electronics or clothing available. For more information email [email protected] or call 703-494-2445. View flyer.

Magnolia United Methodist Church Annual Applefest 1764 Wilroy Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434 October 22, 8 am to 2 pm Come join us for fresh Apples, Apple Butter (regular and sugar-free), and Apple Cider! Magnolia is currently taking orders (prepay only) for their annual Applefest! Deadline to order: October 14, 2022 This is Magnolia's 32nd year! […]

Christmas Yard Sale, Andrew Chapel UMC, 16340 Kings Highway, Montross, VA 22520, October 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Many nice, gently used Christmas items and decorations. For more information contact Margaret Burner at [email protected] or 804-493-9018

Rise Against Hunger, First United Methodist Church, 145 E Main St, Martinsville, Va. 24112, October 22, 9:30 to 12 noon. Will be packing meals for God’s hungry children. For more information contact Linda Adams at 276-252-2215 or [email protected]

Fall Family Fun Days, Ebenezer UMC, 161 Embrey Mill Road, Stafford, VA 22554, Saturdays, October 22 & 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring the whole family to Cloe Field from and enjoy free activities while you pick out your pumpkins. Don’t miss face painting, a petting zoo, bounce house, hayrides, caramel apples, popcorn, and more. For […]

Fall Faire Crafts & More Community United Methodist Church Saturday, October 22, 2022 10 AM – 3 PM 1072 Old Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464 Craft Vendors * Bake Sale Independent Consultants *  Books * Food No Commercial Business Representatives Please Interested in being a Vendor? This event is advertised in The Beacon, Daily […]

COMMUNITY EVENT Fall Festival October 22, 2022, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Emmanuel United Methodist Church 2732 Martinsburg Pike Stephenson, VA 22656 Free Hot Dogs & Popcorn, Corn Hole, Music, Cake Walk, Craft Vendors Fun For The Entire Family [email protected] Download Flyer

5th Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival, Riverton UMC, 55 East Strasburg Road, Front Royal VA 22630, October 22, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Family Fun Festival with games, slides, bounce houses, food, and Concert, Pumpkins and Hay Rides. For more information contact Rev Marc Roberson at [email protected] or 540-635-3878.

Pink Saturday, New Mission UMC, 8240 Treherneville Dr. Birdsnest, Va. 23307, October 22, 6 p.m. Celebration of Life. Survivors of Breast Cancer along with all other Cancer Survivors. For more information contact Sandra Chandler at [email protected] or 757-999-4184.

Family Movie Night, Ebenezer UMC, 161 Embrey Mill Road, Stafford, VA 22554 Saturday, October 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join us on the Ebenezer Church lawn for Family Movie Night on October 22 at 6:30 PM. Bring a picnic supper, blankets, and folding chairs and enjoy a fun family movie, presented by KidzRock and Ebenezer Preschool. Popcorn […]

Blessing of the Animals, Trinity UMC, 903 Forest Ave, Henrico, VA, 23229, October 23, 2:30 - 3:00 p.m. Join us at the Veterans Memorial Garden (the one with the flagpole on Forest Avenue) for all animals. All animals need to be healthy and up-to-date with shots; in a carrier or on a leash with adult […]

Pumpkin Palooza, Trinity United Methodist Church, 903 Forest Ave, Henrico, VA, 23229, October 23, 3-5 p.m. We are so excited to announce that we will be hosting a Pumpkin Palooza and Fall Festival on Sunday, October 23rd from 3-5 pm!! This is a great event to invite your neighbors and friends to attend with you!! […]

Who Cares?  We do!  Clergy are invited to Randolph-Macon College in Ashland for a half-day retreat to explore the theme of Caring.  Dr. Maria Fleshood (LPC, MDiv, DMin, and former international missionary) will lead the event.  Presentations will include Clergy Self Care, Caring for your Congregation, and Congregations Caring for their Community.  The third presentation […]

Using Music in Your Devotional Life – Central United Methodist Church, 1213 Porter Street, Richmond, VA 23224, Tuesday, October 25 – 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Pastor Shayne Estes and Daniel Banke, Director of Music and Worship at Reveille UMC, Richmond invite you to join them for an interactive evening of fun and music. Learn […]

The Virginia Faithful Aging Initiative is honored to partner with the Alabama-West Florida Conference 50 PLUS Older Adult Ministry Cohort to present a virtual conversation with Dr. Amy Hanson, author of Baby Boomers and Beyond: Tapping the Ministry Talents and Passions of Adults over 50. Join us for this conversation on Thursday, October 27th, from […]

An International Taste of Dinner, Downings UMC, 7267 Lankford Hwy. Oak Hall, VA 23416, October 28, 2022. 5:30-7:30 pm. Sample entrees from 6 different countries: Italy, France, Mexico, Hungary, S Korea, and Poland. Dine in $12 per person with dessert and beverage included. For more information contact Barbara Lazenby at [email protected] or 757-894-1206.

Annual Fall-Christmas Bazaar, Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 3092 Oakland Road, Louisa, VA 23093, October 29, 2022, 8 am to 1 pm. Featuring Vintage, Christmas, and Fall items. Delicious baked goods, jams, breakfast, lunch. For more information contact Susan Fletcher at 540-223-1017 or [email protected]

Heritage Bazaar, Clarendon UMC, 606 N. Irving Street, Arlington, VA 22201, Saturday, October 29, 9:00 AM-1:30 PM. Bazaar: Silent Auction; boutique with gently used dressy gowns and jewelry; handmade gifts and novelties; bake sale; gently used clothing for all ages; children's shoes, books, toys, and equipment; take home freezer meals; Lunch available from 11AM-1PM. All […]

Annual Fall Bazaar, McGaheysville UMC, 10106 McGaheysville Rd, McGaheysville, VA 22840-2360, October 29 – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bazaar, Christmas Shop, Food. For more information contact Phyllis Foltz at [email protected] or 540-289-5045.

Fall Family Fun Days, Ebenezer UMC, 161 Embrey Mill Road, Stafford, VA 22554, Saturdays, October 22 & 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring the whole family to Cloe Field from and enjoy free activities while you pick out your pumpkins. Don’t miss face painting, a petting zoo, bounce house, hayrides, caramel apples, popcorn, and more. For […]

Family Fall Festival, Dumfries UMC, 3890 Cameron Street, Dumfries, VA 22026, October 29, 1-6 pm. Community fellowship to include free food, music, Trunk or Treat Contest, pumpkin carving, face painting, bounce house, games and more. Please join us! For more information contact Pastor Chrystal M. Woodard at [email protected] or (703) 221-2880. Download flyer

Trunk or Treat, Bethel UMC, 13506 Minnieville Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22912, Sat October 29, 2 pm-4 pm (set up begins at 1 pm). Come on out with the kiddos and join us for a Trunk or Treat! We are inviting the church and the community to come out in costume and join us for the […]

Children's Fall Festival, Woodlake UMC, 15640 Hampton Park Drive, Chesterfield, VA 23832, October 29, 2-4 p.m. Children’s Fall Festival at Woodlake UMC is all about fun! There will be something for everyone including bounce houses, carnival games, shaved ice, cotton candy and trick-or-treat stations. If you get hungry, visit the food truck for nachos, tacos, […]

Trunk or Treat & Hurricane Flood Bucket Donation Event, Pender UMC, 12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA 22033, October 29, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Children and their families can come and safely get candy and play games at PUMC trunk or treat event. Participants are encouraged to donate an item in support of building hurricane […]

Trunk-Or-Treat. Northview UMC, 521 Ridgecrest Drive, Roanoke, VA 24019, October 30, 2-4 p.m. Please join us for our 2nd annual Trunk-Or-Treat. There will be over 25 trunks for lots of treats! For more information contact Amanda Moore at [email protected] or 540-293-5086.

Harvest Party, High Street UMC, Bronco Club, Franklin VA 23851, October 30, 4-6 p.m. Fall event featuring pumpkin carving/painting, storytelling, hayride, hotdog roast, s'mores. Wear your costume, bring a pumpkin and join in the fun!! For more information contact Kathy Worrell at [email protected] or 757-653-8474 View flyer

Trunk or Treat, Tabernacle United Methodist Church, 831 Poquoson Ave, Poquoson, VA, Sunday, October 30, 4-6 pm. Children can come and safely get candy and play games. For more information contact Cristel Chetney at 757-868-6842 or [email protected]

Trunk -or- Treat, Community UMC, 1072 Old Kempsville Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, October 30, 6-8 p.m. Join us for Trunk -or- Treat in the Field at Community United Methodist Church Virginia Beach!! Pick up candy from various cars, sip on your choice of cold or hot apple cider, enjoy a mini craft, take pictures […]

Trunk or Treat, Laurel Park UMC, 2700 Hungary Road, Henrico, VA, 23228, October 31, 4-6 pm.

Trunk or Treat, Courtland UMC, 22416 Main St., Courtland, VA 23837, Oct. 31, 5-6:30 p.m. Courtland UMC will be having Trunk or Treat in front of our church for our community. All are welcome. For more information email [email protected] or call 757-653-2240.

Trunk or Treat, Mineral UMC, 301 W. Third St., Mineral, VA 23117, October 31, 5-7 p.m. A safe place for families to trick or treat. For more information contact Barbara Wilson at [email protected] or 540-894-3382.