Annual Recovery Event and candlelight procession is Sept. 25
The Town of Winthrop and the Winthrop Department of Public Health and Clinical Services will host the 4th Annual Recovery Event and candlelight procession later this month.
This year’s recovery event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 6-8 p.m., and feature a candlelight procession, lived experience recovery stories, local vendors, resource tables, and a variety of speakers and local officials will be in attendance.
Candles and purple ribbons will be distributed at Town Hall, 1 Metcalf Square.
The candlelight procession will begin at 6:30 p.m., starting at Town Hall, walking down Pauline Street, pausing for a moment of silence at the E.B. Newton School, and ending at Harold French Square (Winthrop Center).
The event is held to honor and remember loved ones who lost their lives to addiction, overdoses, and trauma, while also highlighting recovery.
This is a free event, and community members are encouraged to attend to show support for those who have lost loved ones or those who are struggling with substance misuse. Food and refreshments will be served.
Duo Sultana to perform at E.B. Newton Cultural Center
On Wednesday, October 15 Winthrop Public Library will present the duo Sultana performing their program, “History and Legends through Song” in the Lyceum Room of the E.B. Newton Cultural Center at 45 Pauline St. in Winthrop at 6:00pm. The program of songs and history visits some fascinating historical or legendary characters and events from historic New England as well as from ancient Mesopotamia and Medieval Europe to modern times. Some of the subjects may include the first known author, a character from Arthurian legend, an epic medieval battle, the first museum, a renowned radio broadcast, and more. “History and Legends through Song” is part of the series “Live Music Making History Live.”
Sultana is Jon and Li Waterman. Both songwriters and musicians, they have performed their music and history programs in venues throughout New England as part of a series called Live Music Making History Live. The series was designed to encourage the celebration and exploration of history through music. The program is supported in part by a grant from the Winthrop Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Saint Michael’s Parish Mass & Picnic on Sept. 28
Saint Michael’s annual parish picnic takes place on Sunday, September 28, the day before the feast of Saint Michael the Archangel.
That day, in place of the 11:00 and 12:00 Masses, there will be a special 11:30 Mass which will be followed by festivities, including: live music by Joe Savia, face painting, crafts, games and a bouncy house. There will be a barbecue with cold drinks, fresh popcorn, cotton candy, desserts, and slush. Tickets are just $5 per person or $20 a family.
This year features a dunk tank for the first time ever. You will see some familiar faces make a splash!
The picnic will take place in the parking lot on the corner of Winthrop Street and Ocean View Steet, but will be moved inside the parish center if it rains. Donations of soda and Capri-Suns are being accepted and can be dropped off in advance.
Tickets can be purchased at the door, at the parish office during the week, or by using Venmo @StMichaelParish. All are invited to enjoy fellowship, food, and fun!
Second Annual Festival of Wreaths and Holiday Craft Fair Dec. 14
The International Order of Odd Fellows, (IOOF) Zenith Lodge #42, at 196 Winthrop Street invites the community to celebrate the season at their 2nd Annual Festival of Wreaths and Holiday Craft Fair. Starting November 15th and running thru December 14th, every Saturday and Sunday from 2pm–6pm, the Zenith Lodge will be open for visitors to purchase raffle tickets for the festive display of one-of-a-kind wreaths created and donated by local artists, nonprofits, businesses, and friends. A light menu of delicious hot soups and cider will be available to enjoy.
This year’s proceeds will benefit two Winthrop High School students, chosen to represent the town in the IOOF “Pilgrimage for Youth Program” — a life-changing journey of learning and friendship.
The festival concludes with a Holiday Craft Fair on Sunday, December 14th featuring a special visit from Santa, who will be giving gifts to the children from 2-4pm. The Wreath Raffle drawing will be held at the end of the fair.
“Festival of Wreaths is our way of sharing cheer and supporting Winthrop’s future,” said Sandra Joneck-Schiff, event organizer. “Each wreath represents hope and unity, tells a story, and together we all help our students begin their own.”
Wreaths can be submitted during the month of October and Crafter tables are $25.
For more details on donating a wreath, signing up as a crafter or volunteering, please contact Sandra at 617-407-3438.
The Odd Fellows Zenith Lodge thanks the Winthrop community for their Support.