St. John Parish Applefest
40th Anniversary - September 13-16, 2012
Our Applefest is fast approaching. All Volunteers are receiving extra coaching.
You can sense the excitement that’s in the air from all who will attend the happy affair.
Apples are being bought for the pies to be made. To anyone who is interested, we can use your aid.
The beautiful prize car proudly stands on display. In order to win, you might have to pray.
Many more prizes are awaiting a winner and you might also enjoy a tasty chicken dinner.
Fr. Harvey’s famous chili is another yearly event and to purchase this is money well spent.
Apple Pies will fill the air with a delicious aroma. These bakers certainly deserve a well-earned diploma.
We hope all will come, both young and old, to have a great time and stay in the fold.
-- Roma M. Morrison
History of the Applefest
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Applefest is an offshoot of what was originally called St. John's Barbecue, which was held annually in August during the 40s and 50s when the Rev. Fr. Dennis Patrick Tighe, an Irish priest, direct from the old sod, was pastor of the parish Sides of beef were barbecued outside over an open pit.
Wanting to start a church fundraiser, St. John Parish Life Commission members decided to revive the festival. For the first several years it was called St. John Festival and parshioners provided all types of ethnic food. This became so popular and the food couldn't be provided for the demand. Because of the abundance of area apple orchards, it was decided to add an apple theme to the event. Regular dinners were also added to the food fare.
Applefest is more than a festival-- it is a happening!