“The Patch” to be open Oct. 1

By Sam Waller

Pumpkins won’t be the only items for sale Saturday, Oct. 1, when Bethel Assembly holds its annual The Patch fall celebration at the Bank Park.

In addition to the pumpkin market and associated activities, sack lunches will be sold to benefit the Monte Lewis Scholarship. Meals will consist of a chopped brisket sandwich with fixings, chips, and water. Dwaine Knight will cook the brisket.

The pumpkin market will open at 10:00 a.m. and last until the pumpkins sell out. Proceeds will benefit Bethel Assembly community ministries.

The event will again include a decorated pumpkin parade beginning at 11:00 a.m. The contest is open to children in sixth grade or younger. Contestants must walk their pumpkins through the parade to be judged.

Free activities offered in conjunction with the pumpkin market include free fall family photos, a petting zoo, and face painting. A selection of games such as cornhole and tic-tac-toe will also be made available. Other activities may be added to the agenda.

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