Oneida Interfaith Council celebrated Mother’s Day early on May 10th, 2025 at Thomas Market from 10 AM to 2 PM. A free drawing for Hanging Flower Baskets and Gift Certificates from community retailers were awarded at the conclusion of the day. Over 100 entries were received.  The six Flower baskets were donated by Interfaith Council and  Edith’s Collective. The lucky ladies who came to pick them up were Marie Waldron, Diane Kelly, JoLynn Irick, LeeAnn DeChamps, Marie Reeder and Paige Tavoian.

 Gift Certificates donated by Thomas Market, KC Oil, Daisy Hollow, Allen Drug, Las Fiestas, and Ace/Ward Hardware were won by Charlie Peterson, Dawn Lloyd, Kristi Nielsen, Shandie Kellum,  and Ashley Price. The “Kindness Donation” gifted by a loving community member was won by Karen Clydesdale.

Interfaith Council will be celebrating Father’s Day on Saturday, June 14th at Hess Lumber from 10 AM to 2 PM. Hot Dogs sponsored by Hess Lumber will be served along with raffle prizes which will be given away. Interfaith Council invites all fathers to drop by for “dogs,  deals and fun” and families are welcome too!