Pre-order wreathes, garlands, and bows below for pickup on Decemeber 7.
St. Matthews has joined forces with TROSA (trosainc.org) for joint purchase of the FeST Wreaths & Garlands to provide a fresher and improved quality product. TROSA is located in Durham and services the Triangle area. They have an excellent program working with people who have substance use disorder. One of their fundraising efforts is selling Christmas Trees, Wreaths and Garlands in several Triangle locations. We are excited that we can support each other and our communities!
The last day for pre-orders is Nov 17.
St. Matthew's FeST 2024
Each year St. Matthew’s celebrates the many talents of parishioners at our holiday craft fair, wreath and garland and bake sale known as the Festival of the Society Tree (FeST). In 2024 we are adding a BBQ lunch! All proceed are donated to local non-profits.
This event is named in honor of the efforts of the Ladies Sewing Society who in 1867 used what was then a novelty, the Christmas tree, as a way to sell their wonderful handiwork. The Society continued to raise funds for much of the architectural additions and furnishings that still grace our historic church building.
Come to FeST on Dec 7, 10am-2pm to pick up your wreath and garland pre-orders, purchase baked goods and crafts, and enjoy a BBQ lunch.