This year, the Elijah Kellogg Church will kick off its Christmas by the Sea Holiday Fair with an online auction, offering a wide assortment of fun and useful items and services.
The auction will be open from Sept. 24 to Oct. 6. To view items and place bids, go to charityauction.bid/ekcholidayfair.
A never-used inflatable dinghy, handmade rocking horse, two hours of gardening help, a hand-knit Harpswell temperature blanket, beautiful antiques and cross-stitched artwork are just a few of the many items available.
High bidders can pick up their items during the fair, scheduled for Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The fair will include many of the beloved features from years past: handmade crafts, a country store and baked goods, with a delicious lunch of lobster rolls, fish chowder and egg salad sandwiches available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Elijah Kellogg Church is located at 917 Harpswell Neck Road. For more information, call 833-6026.