Sunday saw the annual Harvest celebration in Stoke St. Michael. Starting with the primary school children visiting the church on Friday for their Harvest assembly and presentation of gifts. This was followed by the Harvest service on Sunday afternoon and afterwards, the Harvest supper with auction.A delicious spread was provided to a full hall and thank you to the fabulous team of volunteers.This year the auctioneer was our very own vicar, Keith. There was an abundance of fresh produce on offer and thank you to everyone who donated and bought items.Tinned and non-perishable items have been donated to the food bank in Shepton Mallet.
The Church was filled with music on Saturday night. We were treated to a huge variety of songs from the musical members of our community. Thank you to everyone who came to perform, listen and join in!
The annual Duck and Boat Race is a wonderful community event held every year in the heart of our village. The village hall organised boat building ready for a range of races that were held throughout the afternoon. Rain definitely did not stop play, as many families came to enjoy the racing of the ducks and handmade boats.The church served warming teas, coffees and sausage rolls, alongside a delicious spread of scones and cakes.Many thanks to everyone who volunteered, sponsored races and contributed to make the day such a fabulous community event.Video by Dylan M.
On Saturday, the village got together to put on a wonderful community event. There was live music in the pub courtyard, the hall proved popular with line dancing, a disco and a live band, playing all the crowd pleasers.The church was also a buzz! Outside, the local PTA stalls included Hook-a-duck and glitter tattoos, as well as a Stokers Lucky Dip. Inside the church was the Stokers Lego Creation Station and at 3pm the children were delighted by an entertainer who gave every child a balloon animal or sword! Alongside all that, there was a delicious array of homemade cakes, cream teas, Pimms and other goodies for all to enjoy.A huge thank you to the Stoke Events Committee for bringing everyone together, also a huge thank you to all the volunteers who helped run the refreshments in the church. Over £400 was raised, a fabulous total, which will go towards the repair of the 'Villagers Window'.
