The latest news for November 13, 2022
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Thanksgiving Collection - November 13th
We will be collecting Thanksgiving Day pantry items to donate to Lakewood Community Services Center on Sunday, November 13th. Suggested items include instant mashed potatoes, stuffing or cornbread mixes, and packets of gravy. You can place your donations in the totes located in the lower level. Contact Ruth Yarnevic with questions.
Parkside at Prayer - November 13th
Join us as we share a meal and pray together on Sunday, November 13th at 5:00pm in the lower level. Please bring a side or accompaniment for the meal and to Matt if you plan to attend.
Men's Fella-ship - November 15th
Join the men of Westside for dinner at Cozumel in Lakewood on Tuesday, November 15th at 6:00pm. Invite a buddy and RSVP to Mike Chernosky or Jared Jolley.
Parkside Westside Playgroup - November 16th
Join the moms, dads, and caregivers of preschool aged children (ages birth-preschool) for some purposeful play alongside your children and their peers on Wednesday, November 16th at 10:30am in the lower level. Feel free to pack your lunches and stick around after to eat together. Questions? Contact . Hope to see you there!
Pajama Collection - November 20th/27th
We will be collecting new children's pajamas to give to families attending The Christmas Store. Pj’s for kids ages 3-10 are most popular, but toddler and teen sizes are also welcome. As an additional blessing, feel free to include a children’s book as well (may be gently used). Please place your items in the collection totes that will be located in the lower level on Sunday, November 20th or 27th. Questions? Contact Ruth Yarnevic.
Volunteer for the Christmas Store
This December, the lower level at Parkside Westside will be transformed into The Christmas Store 2022, in order to provide some Christmas joy to children from over 100 families in Lakewood. Each child will receive a Christmas stocking filled with gifts and goodies. In addition, Parkside Westside, along with friends in the community, will provide families with socks, pajamas, children’s books, and gift cards to purchase gifts for their children and groceries for the holidays. For store hours, or to sign up for any of the activities, click here. Questions? Contact Jeff Port.
Caroling and Cookies - December 18th
Join us on Sunday, December 18th as we spread some holiday cheer at Haven at Lakewood senior living residence. Our plan is to provide lunch in the lower level after the 10:30am service. Then we’ll practice a few Christmas carols together and head over to Haven just before 2:00pm. We’ll sing our carols for the residents, have a short Christmas talk, and enjoy some cookies with them. Sign-up here if you plan to join us!