It's time for PUMPKIN FEST 2011!
That's right - this Saturday, October 29th, Pumpkin Fest is finally here.
- We begin the day at 10:00am at Maple Valley Presbyterian Church to help Vine Maple Place with cleanup from their fall fundraiser. This is an excellent opportunity to help out this organization that does so much to help people in our community and our church! When you get there, I or one of our leaders will be in the upper parking lot to direct you to where you need to go.
- After we finish cleanup, we'll get a delicious pizza lunch... and then head over to Carpinito Brothers for two excellent corn mazes and to pick out some pumpkins from their pumpkin patch. From there, it's back to my house (Eric and Alanna's house) for pumpkin-y treats and a chance for you to practice your pumpkin carving skills... and maybe even some fire building and marshmallows if the rain holds off!
- The pumpkin-y madness is over at 5:00 - we'll be at my house, so make sure your parents know where that is! (If you need directions, just call or email me.)
- What you need to bring: $10 for corn maze admission and pizza. Rain coat, sturdy shoes that can get wet (it will probably be rainy and muddy!). Some sort of pumpkin-related food to share (it could be made with pumpkin, it could be shaped like a pumpkin, colored like a pumpkin... let your imagination run wild! There will be a prize for the most creative food contribution.)
- Finally, make sure that you RSVP via email or phone if you are planning on coming!
And there are a couple other things that you should know about the next few weeks...
- Students in grades 9-12 - Our first registration deadline for CHIC is coming up next Tuesday, November 1st. By that day, please give me your registration form and a $40 deposit (checks made out to Cedarcreek Covenant Church) if you're planning on coming. Talk to me if you have any questions or concerns, and to get the paperwork. It's going to be an awesome trip - don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and have a whole ton of fun.
- The College Seminar - On Sunday, November 4th, after church at the Upper Room, we are hosting a seminar to answer college-related questions for any students in grades 7-12 and their parents. Are you confused about how to select the right college? Close to home or far away? Urban or rural? Big or small? And how are we going to pay for it?? One of the deans from North Park University will be presenting and answering questions. It's good information, no matter where you think you'll be going to school. Plus, it includes a free lunch from Italian Fresh Pizza! Please RSVP if you're coming.