Saturday, Nov. 21
Temple Beth Shalom's Tot Shabbat, 10 a.m. Shabbat service, 10:30 a.m. bagels and coffee, 489 Lowell St., Peabody. With service leader Judy Bennett, a half-hour of Shabbat Service, songs and stories. Kiddush (juice) and Motzi (challah) will be recited, songs will be sung and prayers, with story participation. Geared for children ages 0 to 6 and their grown-ups; older siblings are more than welcome. www.templebethshalom.org or 978-535-2100.
Temple Beth Shalom Texas Hold 'em Tournament, 6 p.m. registration, Holy Ghost Society Hall, 20 Howley St., Peabody. Blackjack, food, cash bar, raffles. www.templebethshalom.org or 978-535-2100.
Sunday, Nov. 22
Thanksgiving Sunday at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 9:30 a.m., 16 Sylvan St., Danvers. Parishioners are reminded to bring nonperishable food items for the Danvers People to People Food Pantry that will be placed at the altar during the processional hymn. Following worship at 10:45 a.m. and in the spirit of a Gratitude Attitude, there will be a brunch in the Fellowship Hall. 978-777-7408.
Advent Workshop, 11 a.m., Congregational Church of Topsfield, Emerson Center at 9 E. Main St. in Topsfield. To prepare for the Christmas season, also known as Advent, by creating an Advent wreath complete with candles. Advent calendars and crafts for kids to make. A brunch with music will be available. A free will offering of $5 per person or $20 per family will be used to defray the cost of the event. 978-887-2101.
When in Our Music God is Glorified, 1:30 p.m., Our Savior Lutheran Church, 478 Boston St., Route 1 south, Topsfield. A celebration concert presented by the musicians of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Performers include 30-voice choir, organ, brass, flute and hand chimes. Free will donation accepted. 978-887-5701 or 978-500-3544.
Sunday, Dec. 6
Blessing of Ascension Memorial Church's Renovation, 4 p.m., Ascension Memorial Church, 31 County St., Ipswich. With the blessing, a slide presentation and refreshments. The Ipswich community is invited to join and help celebrate. 978-356-2560 or www.amcipswich.org.><p>
