The United Methodist Church in Sugar Loaf will hold its annual fair

Sugar Loaf — The Sugar Loaf United Methodist Church will host its 103rd annual Church Fair on Saturday, Sept. 15, rain or shine.
The historic Greek revival church is located on Kings Highway in the hamlet of Sugar Loaf. The fair will open at 10 a.m. with the traditional ringing of the bell and will end at 2 p.m.
In past years, the line of fair-goers has stretched out to the highway as people eagerly wait to find a bargain in the white elephant booth, buy delicious baked goods, or purchase handmade crafts.
In past years, the annual Church Fair has been a day to visit with friends and neighbors and to support the "community" church.
A Warwick Dispatch news article from July 1916 mentions food, fancy work and entertainment at the first Fair.
And this year's fair will continue many of those early traditions.
Good things to eat have been a big part of every fair and this year will certainly offer something for everyone's taste.
There will be dozens of delicious pies along with home-baked breads, cakes, and cookies. Also for sale will be homemade candy, jams and jellies, and gifts in a jar. Sandwiches and homemade chili will be available for lunch at the snack bar.
The church has an active and dedicated group of crafters who work throughout the year making each of the items for sale at the fair.
Old-fashioned fancywork will include hand knit sweaters and accessories, American Girl doll furniture, Noah's arks, baby items, and denim rag rugs.
There will be a nice selection of Christmas and Halloween decorations. The pet shop will feature dog sweaters and toys for your four legged friends.
The white elephant booth is sure to offer many treasures for very little money and shoppers always enjoy browsing through the boxes of used books.
Items for sale are handcrafted and homemade by members and friends of Sugar Loaf Methodist Church and all proceeds support the ministries of the Church.
Visit the fair and see why this traditional event has endured for more than one hundred years.
For information, contact Jane Gareiss at 845-986-4557.