The Bazaar is always FUN.
Welcome to one of the largest events in our church. Although the preparations begin months before, the Bazaar is open for sales on the 3rd weekend in September. It is truely like nothing you have seen before. On the Sunday before the bazaar, members come together to unload the 2 tractor trailers where donated items have been collected. People will be carrying stuff to every room of the church – electronics, women’s clothing, men’s clothing, books, linens, furniture, elegant junque and children’s items. It looks like a bunch of worker ants scurrying from place to place.
On Monday the fun begins! Volunteers work all week long to sort the piles of “stuff” and organize them into a visually appealing shopping venue and then price each item. Lunchtime is a great time for all the volunteers to gather, get acquainted and share stories of their areas. There are some great stories. By the end of the week, you have made lots of new friends who are just as tired as you are but also excited about the actual sales event.
The Country Cupboard has lots of goodies!
When the doors open on Friday morning, people from all over the High Country, Tennessee and even South Carolina start to pour in. It does a heart good to see some of the folks who can’t afford nice things find treasures at the bazaar. And there are lots of treasures.
It’s also so good to know that you are a part of such a big event that contributes to so many charitable organizations and individuals in the High Country and helps pay down the church’s mortgage.
The best part is all the new friends that you make from working at the Bazaar. This event solidifies the congregation into a family. There is a job for everyone regardless of your abilities. The older ladies in the church are busy with sorting the jewelry and polishing the silver. You will see young mothers working beside seasoned grandmothers. Some of our members even schedule their vacation in order to enjoy the fellowship.
You are invited to get involved in the Bazaar. If you aren’t sure what area to volunteer in, just contact Rosie Bentley, our fearless leader, and she will be sure to find just the right spot for you. You will be so glad you did.
The History of the Fall Bazaar
The first Fall Bazaar began in 1984 in the Fellowship Hall of the church which was located on King Street. A Turkey Dinner was served to church members and the community. This event raised $8,000 which was used to buy furniture for the Parsonage. As years passed, members became more involved and started donating items and making items to sell in addition to the meal. The Fall Bazaar became a big event for the Church and Community with the proceeds benefiting many local agencies and church debt reduction.
