Our Lady of the Valley Annual Holiday Fair

Our Lady of the Valley regional School will host its annual Holiday Fair on Saturday, November 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 75 Mendon St, Uxbridge, behind St. Mary’s Parish.

The Holiday Fair has something for those of all ages. Shop for holiday gifts from a wide range of local vendors. Try your luck at one of the fair’s many raffles, including basket raffles, the super raffle, and the grand raffle. And enjoy fresh baked goods, popcorn, soft pretzels, and the ever-popular cookie walk.

Children will love the kids’ activities, including crafts, games, inflatables, a scavenger hunt, a kid’s raffle, balloon animals, a hot cocoa bar, and pictures with Santa.

Come for lunch and choose from several delicious options, including chicken parmesan subs, meatball subs, hot

Sutton Holiday Chain of Lights

dogs, pizza, and fries. You can also purchase homemade meat pies to heat up at home.

The Our Lady of the Valley Holiday Fair is so big, that it takes place in three buildings– the main school building, the G.r.A.C.E. Center, and the St. Mary’s Parish Hall (Good Shepherd Center). This year’s fair includes 3,000 more feet.

Our Lady of the Valley currently provides a strong foundational Catholic education for over 200 students across the Blackstone Valley from grades PreK to 8. The Holiday Fair is one of the school’s biggest fundraisers of the year. For more details, visit their website at www.ourladyofthevalleyregional.com.

Vendors looking for table space can email olvguild@gmail.com

NOVEMBER iS NaTiONal DiaBETES MONTh Diabetes on Budget Class

Milford regional Physician Group and Milford regional Medical Center to present “Diabetes on Budget”. This free class will discuss how expensive treating diabetes can be and how the cost of testing your sugars, eating healthy and buying medications adds up quickly. However, well-controlled diabetes is less likely to have costly health complications.

This class will also discuss new technology that may be covered by some insurance and make caring for yourself easier. registered dietician Christina

Morrison and registered nurse Caron Grupposo will share some tips and tricks to help you save money while taking care of your health.

The class will take place on Thursday, November 2nd, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Milford regional Medical Center Pre-registration is required as seating is limited. View milfordregional.org and select “Classes and Events” on the homepage or call, 508-422-2827. Additional information will be provided to attendees via email prior to the date of the class.

Annual Natural Living Expo

The Sutton Chain of Lights Committee is pleased to announce the 2023 Sutton Chain of Lights will take place this year on Saturday, December 2nd from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spend a day with your family and friends at the Town of Sutton’s Annual Holiday Chain of Lights Event.

Free trolleys and buses will transport visitors over rolling countryside to participating locations throughout historic Sutton. Farms, unique specialty stores, church fairs, and area businesses welcome the holidays with musical entertainment, children’s activities, food, fun and Holiday characters. route information, maps, location descriptions and brochures are available at www,suttonlights.com.

On November 11th & 12th the 16th Annual Natural Living Expo will take place at The Best Western royal Plaza Trade Center, 181 Boston Post road West, Marlboro, MA. Saturday 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.

The event is sponsored by Spiritof Change.org holistic magazine online, the expo features 200 alternative healthcare exhibits, 60 workshops, natural health products, trusted wellness consultants, access to spiritual and transformational opportunities, talented intuitive readers, mini healing sessions, thousands of crystals, unique jewelry, clothing, home décor and holiday shopping, product samples, indoor/outdoor dining options, and more all included in your $25 weekend admission!

Learn, shop, have fun and get healthy! Save $4 when you pre-purchase online and receive a free expo tote bag. Too much to see and do in one weekend…plan to attend both days! www.NaturalExpo.org or michella@ naturalexpo.org

St. Denis Holiday Fair

The St. Denis Church’s Holiday Fair will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2nd9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will feature Crafts, raffles, Baked Goods, Kids’ Table & more! A luncheon will be served from 11a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

St. Denis Church is located at 23 Manchaug Street, Douglas. FMI visit SaintDenisChurch.com.

Celebrating the season at Vaillancourt

Prepare for a magical start to the holiday season at the Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show, a traditional German Christmas Market set in the heart of the quintessential New England town of Sutton. This enchanting event will take place on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, and Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at Vaillancourt Folk Art with tickets available today! Slogan: Celebrate the start of the season with a traditional German Christmas Market in the quintessential New England town of Sutton! This eagerly anticipated event promises to deliver an immersive experience, combining the charm of European-style outdoor Christmas markets with a showcase of America's most respected and detailed artisans. Guests will also have the opportunity to savor authentic German food and drinks, creating a perfect holiday atmosphere. As in previous years, admission will be staggered throughout the day to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable pace for shopping, dining, and revelry. Your time at the market is not limited, as tickets grant access to the entire experience, including the outdoor food and beverage pavilion, the inside Artisan Hall, and the Vaillancourt retail Gallery.

Artists & Brands represented include:

• Will Moses

• Pamela Dalton Scherenschnitte

• Dad's Follies Antique Chocolate Molds

• Stenciling by Michele

• Kathy rossacci (Create-It Art Studio)

• ASL Pewter Foundry

• Ino Schaller

• Belsnickel Bells

• MArOLIN Manufaktur

• Artisan publisher and author Pamela McColl

A standout feature of this event is the outdoor Food and Beverage Pavilion, exquisitely decorated with live Christmas trees and Moravian Stars.

This pavilion is designed to be a gathering place where visitors can enjoy the sights, smells, and merriment of the holiday season. Culinary delights will be provided by Fraulein's Bakery, The Queen's Cups, Crust Bakeshop, and more. Additionally, there will be sausages and an outdoor bar where attendees can enjoy an indoor cash bar serving a fine selection of Christmas beer and wine. For those seeking warmth, piping hot glühwein or hot chocolate will be available inside the Artisan Hall.

Come rain or shine, this event is a must-attend experience for all ages, and all ticket sales are final. Don't miss your chance to kick off the holiday season in style and immerse yourself in the festive spirit.

FMI and to purchase tickets, please visit suttonchristmas.com.

St. Gabriel's Christmas Fair Dec. 2nd

St. Gabriel's Church located at 151 Mendon St., in Upton will hold their Christmas Fair on Saturday, Dec. 2nd from 9 am to 2 pm. The fair has a wide variety of fresh balsam wreaths, cemetery baskets and table top arrangements. raffles on Theme Baskets, Gift Certificates, and over $450 of Lottery Scratch Tickets are available.

A New Gift Boutique featuring new and "like new" items, Oldye Tyme Christmas decorations, Gems & Jewels and a Christmas Holiday decor section will have selections to interest everyone. The Bake Table offers an assortment of cookies, pastries, candy, jams and jellies. Come by and say "Hello". Enjoy coffee, tea, cold drinks and breakfast pastries. We look forward to seeing our neighbors and friends during this festive, holiday season.