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Founded in 1803, the Women’s Benevolent Society of the First Church of Christ in Longmeadow is believed to be the oldest continuously active women’s group of its kind in the country. To this day, we continue to honor our roots by enjoying fun and fellowship, strengthening the social and spiritual life of our members while we work to make a difference in our community.
Over the years, the group has welcomed speakers on a wide variety of topics and has hosted beloved Christmas fairs since at least the 1930s. Today, the annual Christmas on the Green Fair, held on the first Saturday in December, remains a joyful tradition for both the church and the wider community.
This event is the Society’s major fundraising effort, with all proceeds donated to local community organizations continuing a legacy of service and generosity that has lasted for more than two centuries.
Membership is the WBS is free and open to all.
Contact Jill@firstchurchlongmeadow for more information.
COMING SOON!
CHRISTMAS on the GREEN FAIR
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Please join us for a joyful day of shopping, food,
music, and Santa!
✨ Shop for a Cause! All proceeds go to local community service organizations! Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers, and shoppers, the Women’s Benevolent Society distributed $17,000 to local community service organizations this past year.
✨ Two Festive Floors of Shopping! Since the 1930s, our fair has celebrated handcrafted treasures. In our First Church Originals collection, you’ll find beautiful knitted, crocheted, and sewn gifts and other one-of-a-kind creations you won’t find anywhere else. Browse handmade candy, our famous cookie and bake sale, and a wide variety of donated antiques, holiday décor, art, jewelry, books, toys, and “attic treasures”—all carefully curated and beautifully displayed.
✨ Food & Fun: Enjoy beverages, baked goods, and light lunch in the café, or treat yourself to a sit-down meal in the dining room. Music fills the air, and Santa will be waiting in his magical parlor for free photo ops!
Come share in the tradition, find unique gifts, and enjoy a festive day that has been bringing our community together for generations.
We can’t wait to see you!
