
Upcoming events at Lakeside

Vacation Bible School
Kids ages 5+ are invited to the Lakeside United Methodist Church (UMC) Sunday, July 27-Thursday, July 31 for True North Vacation Bible School (VBS).

2025 Apple Dumpling Sale
Join the Apple Dumpling Gang for a fun-filled week of making apple dumplings from Tuesday, October 7 to Friday, October 10, starting at 9:00 AM! We’re looking for volunteers to help with prepping, peeling, dough making, baking, and more!
Dumplings will be sold in packs of 2 for $10.00, with pick-up available from Wednesday, October 8 to Friday, October 10 from 10 AM to 5 PM, and on Saturday, October 11 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Order forms will be available in the church lobby and will be accepted until October 10 at 2:00 PM.
On Saturday, October 11, we’ll also need volunteers to assist with order pickups and serve ice cream with the dumplings. In addition, enjoy a variety of soups for $5.00 per bowl and brats with chips for $6.00, provided by the UWIF. A sign-up sheet is available on the credenza outside the office. Come join the fun!
View a Gallery of photos from last year’s Apple Dumpling Sale.

The 29th Annual Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival
Rain or shine, the 29th Annual Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival, always held on the second Saturday in October, will take place from 9:00am - 6:00 pm on October 11, with extended hours this year.
This free, peninsula-wide event includes fun for the whole family with tours of the Marblehead Lighthouse and the Wolcott Keeper’s House, live entertainment, children’s crafts, a pumpkin-decorating contest, over 100 arts & crafts vendors, a farmers’ market, hayrides, and much more in Lakeside Chautauqua and the Village of Marblehead.
The Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival is organized by Lakeside Chautauqua and the Marblehead Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.

United Women in Faith - Alzheimer's Presentation
5:30 PM Dinner Hosted by UWIF of Potatoe Bar, Salad and Dessert for $6.00 per person.
6:30 PM Presentation
The United Women in Faith invite you to an evening of dinner and an informative presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association of Northwest Ohio: The Empowered Caregiver: Communicating Effectively.
Discover how dementia impacts communication and gain valuable tips for effectively connecting with family, friends, and healthcare professionals.
Registration is requested—call 419-537-1999 to sign up.

Lunch and a Program; Encountering Islam
Join us for lunch and an insightful program as Rev. Rich shares about the formation of Islam, the world’s second-largest religion. This is a great opportunity to enjoy fellowship while gaining valuable knowledge you may not have known before.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Christmas Eve Comes Early This Year
This year, Reverend Rich will be offering full Christmas Eve Services on December 23rda nd December 24th at 7:00 PM. Bring a friend! All are invited!

Christmas Eve Comes Early This Year
This year, Reverend Rich will be offering full Christmas Eve Services on December 23rda nd December 24th at 7:00 PM. Bring a friend! All are invited!

The 28th Annual Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival
Rain or shine, the 28th Annual Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival, always held on the second Saturday in October, will take place from 9:00am - 6:00 pm on October 12, with extended hours this year.
This free, peninsula-wide event includes fun for the whole family with tours of the Marblehead Lighthouse and the Wolcott Keeper’s House, live entertainment, children’s crafts, a pumpkin-decorating contest, over 100 arts & crafts vendors, a farmers’ market, hayrides, two concerts with country singer John Berry and much more in Lakeside Chautauqua and the Village of Marblehead.
The Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival is organized by Lakeside Chautauqua and the Marblehead Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.

2024 Apple Dumpling Sale
Dumplings are sold in packages of 2 for $10.00.
Pick up dates:
Wednesday, October 9 through Friday, October 11 from 10am-5pm
Saturday, October 12 from 10am-2:00pm.
Order forms are in the church lobby and will be accepted through October 11 at 2:00pm.
You can call the church office to order at 419-798-5119