‘The Patch’ planned Oct. 1

By Sam Waller

Bethel Assembly will hold The Patch fall celebration on Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Bank Park.

The pumpkin market will open at 10:00 a.m. and last until the pumpkins sell out.

“I’ve ordered more pumpkins this year,” organizer Betsy Spraberry said. “All proceeds from the event go back into the community in various ministries we do throughout the year.”

Spraberry said the market will offer a wide variety of pumpkins suitable for almost any fall pumpkin need.

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.

Spraberry said that a selection of games such as cornhole and tic-tac-toe will also be made available. Other activities may be added to the agenda.