APPLE DUMPLING TIME AT BETHESDA CHURCH
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September 16, 2025

APPLE DUMPLING TIME AT BETHESDA CHURCH

Bethesda United Presbyterian Church, 314 Third St., Elizabeth Borough (at the bottom of the Route 51 north off-ramp and across from Dollar General) is holding its advance order apple dumpling sale. The apple dumplings are $5 each and may be ordered baked or unbaked (frozen) from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 25 at the church. Orders deadline is Oct. 19. To order by phone, call 412-384-8473 and leave customer’s name, phone number, and type of apple dumplings requested. Those leaving a message will receive a return phone call confirming their order. Orders can also be dropped off at the church (white mailbox on porch if no answer) or mailed to the church. Orders can be paid in advance (check payable to Bethesda Board of Deacons) or pay upon pick-up. Shown in the photo, from left, are, Linda DeFillippo, Carol Licht and Kathy Morris; second row, the Rev. Walt Pietschmann and Glenn DeFillippo.

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