Friedens Lutheran Church, 525 Church St., New Ringgold, will stage its Apple Fest from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. It will include a variety of baked goods, apple dumplings and pies, hot apple sundaes and other fare, including pork and turkey barbecue, halupkis, homemade soup and hot dogs. There will be an apple dessert baking contest at 2 p.m., attic treasures, a raffle of homemade items and a theme basket raffle.

The fest will be held rain or shine; all are welcome. For more information, call 570-943-2980.