News & Events: Lobster Fair

Lobster Fair 2011
Raised over $18K for Outreach

Since our first Lobster Fair in 1978, St. Timothy's has shared over 40,000 lobsters with friends and neighbors in the Greenville area. This annual Fall event engages essentially all parishioners in some aspect. All net proceeds are used for support of Parish Outreach programs... $15,000 raised in 2010, as well as $6,000 provided for Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief in 2005.

Read on to find opportunities to be involved or just enjoy the day with us at St. Timothy's.

Fresh Maine Lobsters

Delivered fresh from Maine on the day before the Fair, our 1-¼-lb. lobsters are the highlight of the Fair. Order tickets in advance for live or freshly cooked lobsters at $16 each.

Cooked lobsters are steamed on the premises the day of the Fair by members of the parish. Steamer plates (whole lobster, corn on the cob, slaw and fries) are $20. And our food court will have the traditional hot dogs, hamburgers, fries and cold drinks, as well as slaw and other sides if you want to dine under the BigTop on site.

Satisfy your non-lobster cravings at the Bake Sale with mouth-watering items, and stock up on your favorite casseroles at the Frozen Foods Bazaar.

Fun, Fun, Fun Activities!

The Craft Sale showcases our community's creativity — stop by the Boutique in the Parish Hall for handmade gifts to beautify your home or to give to someone special. Once again, our themed Gift Bskets will be overflowing with items for any occasion! And the traditional Quilt Raffle, featuring a gorgeous handmade quilt from Joyce Wittman, is always a highlight of the Fair.

Children's Activities will be available to keep the kids entertained: Art Projects from 10 - 2; Puppet Show at 12:30 in the Chapel; Bouncing Inflatable and Model Train exhibit all day.

Lively Festival Entertainment All Day

Please Lend Your Support

Volunteers are always welcome! There's plenty to do well in advance. Please take a minute to join the Lobster Fair Newsgroup to stay abreast of how you can help.

If baking is more your style, prepare your favorite desserts for the Bake Sale, or create casseroles and other frozen delights for the Frozen Foods Bazaar. Assistance with planning and coordinating children's activities is always welcome, too.

Selling tickets is also a vital part of our Fair's success — sell to friends and neighbors, or plan a lobster party! Even small things can mean a lot, like bringing grocery bags and newspapers (no circulars or comics) to the Church the week before the Fair. On the days around the Fair, you can also help set up, run the Fair, or clean up afterwards.

Check out the sign-up board in the Education Building. Everyone should try to sign up for a couple of hours — it's a great way to experience the fellowship of St. Timothy's!

Order Your Lobsters by Mail


What...a parishioner hasn't contacted you and you can't get by the Church Office to pick up tickets? Just download an Order Form and we'll take care of the rest.
Lobster Order Form [MS Word fill in]
Lobster Order Form [pdf]