St. Peter's Episcopal Church will offer the annual Blessing of Animals and Pets to commemorate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi on Tuesday, October 8, 5:30-5:45 p.m. 

This year the blessing will take place outdoors on the front lawn of the church at 351 Elm Street.

Pets of all sizes and shapes (dogs, cats, goldfish, hamsters, turtles, birds, snakes, and all others) are welcome to attend.

Children are invited to bring their stuffed animals as well to be blessed. 

Participants are asked to bring pets and animals on a leash, in a pet carrier, cage or aquarium. 

Everyone regardless of current faith tradition is invited to this community-wide event.