St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 122 Union St., will be holding its sixth annual Oktoberfest event 5-9 p.m. Oct. 15 on the parish grounds.

This year’s event will start with a special German Mass 4 p.m., with a polka flair by the choir and Robbie Lawrence on accordion.

Following Mass, head to the parish center for delicious homemade foods - pulled pork, chicken schnitzel, spaetzle and more.

Enjoy Robbie Lawrence and the Steelworkers live all night.

The Bier Garten will remain in the parking lot for adult-only seating with a fire pit, weather permitting. A variety of Oktoberfest beers and your everyday favorites will be available.

If you have any questions, call the parish office at 610-264-0332 or email kim.stmarys122@gmail.com.

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The Morning Glories of Holy Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church will next meet 10 a.m. Oct. 17 at the church, 604 Fourth St.

The speaker will be Melissa Sassaman from Whitehall Lions Club.

Holiday Hope Chest information will be available. Sign up now. There are already 43 boxes.

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The Catasauqua/North Catasauqua Halloween parade will take place Oct. 19, starting 7 p.m.

The rain date will be Oct. 26.

The route starts at 14th and Race streets, turns right at Front Street, right at Arch Street and ends at North Catasauqua William J. Albert Memorial Playground, 701 Grove St.

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The Presbyterian Women of the Presbyterian Church of Catasauqua, 210 Pine St., will be holding a flea market, basket raffle and bake sale 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 5.

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As always, have a great week!