KENNEBUNK – The Holy Spirit Parish* Holiday Fair at St. Martha’s Church at 30 Portland Road in Kennebunk opens this November 14, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fair co-chairs Michele and Marie, (along with Kat) emphasized that there is something for everyone: “What they are looking for is variety.” The tradition has run since 1997, only missing two years due to pandemic-related gathering bans.

This year features several upgrades, including a Silent Auction and new Home Goods booths featuring kitchenware and dishes. The auction features 76 items, such as an “experience bid” for a day with Father Hoa, taking your dog for a walk with his dog Sienna, or singing karaoke with him, having him make you dinner, or going fishing with him (yes, they have pictures of him lobstering. There are donated new Michael Kors and Kate Spade fashion designer accessory items, collector’s and vintage jewelry, and notable artwork by local celebrated artists.

The Penny Auction remains the centerpiece as it is suggestive of the community commerce (and some private individuals) at large.

The fair also supports a number of community organizations like the Food Pantry, AWS, COS, American Red Cross, Ava’s Cafe, the Community Harvest, and more.

Knights of Columbus will host the kitchen and lunch with chicken fingers and spaghetti. On Sunday, taste Vietnamese food prepared by a vibrant fellowship of Vietnamese parishioners. (Father Hoa will hold a bilingual mass on Sunday.) Extended fair hours on Saturday are designed to provide members of their sister church, St. Mary of Wells, with the opportunity to attend the fair after their Mass.