Tyrone’s Hopewell UMC invites the commiunity to enjoy the fruits of the harvest at its annual Pumpkin Patch Festival. The event will be held Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the church, 351 Jenkins Rd., across from Sandy Creek High School.

There will be tons of Pumpkins to buy and many activities throughout the day. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be a Country Store, with baked goods and hand-made items, hay wagon rides for all ages and a jumping room for the children.

Families can also participate in sack races, three legged races, pumpkin seed spitting contests, face painting, family photos and more. Check the on-site schedule for times for the various events. All events are free of charge.

From 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. barbeque sandwich/chips/and a drink will be available for purchase for $2.50.

There will also be a community blood drive during the festival. To sign up, call the church office, 770-306-7537.

For more information contact the church office, 770-306-7537 or email [email protected].