Autumn Treasures

The role of fine arts has always been important in the lives and ministry of the School Sisters of Notre Dame. From the beginning, Blessed Theresa understood the importance of needlework in helping children learn to focus their attention. She had witnessed the discipline of following directions and struggling to learn eye-hand motor coordination which, when mastered, resulted in increased self-esteem for children.

The 38th annual Craft Fair and Garage Sale will be held on Saturday, October 12 at Our Lady of Good Counsel campus in Mankato, Minnesota. From 8:30 am until 2:00 pm visitors to the Hill are invited to explore sisters’ handmade treasures offered for sale. All proceeds will support the mission and ministries of the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

For sale are knitted and crochet items, quilted blankets and embroidered towels. Other items include ceramics, cards, jewelry, artwork and wood sculpture pieces. Homemade pies, cakes, cookies and so many other items are the first to go!

Lunch is available from the Catholic Order of Foresters who offers a matching fund program to benefit SSND. On your way out, be sure to stop at the Apple Pie Cafe for a slice of apple pie with cinnamon ice cream.

What crafts do you enjoy?