Fairhaven Church

* Starred events are open to supervised children. Others are adults only.

May 22 Gathering Potluck and Stories
Tuesday, May 22, 7 PM, MAC

What could be better than eating a nice meal with friends and then hearing two singles share their testimonies at the gathering’s once a month Potluck and Stories? Come be fed and encouraged by the journey of others! Please bring a dish to share.

May 26 Crazy Bowling*
Saturday, May 26, 7:30 PM, Poelking Lanes South

We toss out the rules and make up our own fun ways to bowl at our Crazy Bowling Party. This always popular event allows non-bowlers to compete and have fun ... you’ve never bowled like this before! Cost for 2 games and shoes, $8.50. Lanes located behind the Dayton Mall, 8871 Kingsridge Dr. 435-3855.

Jun 2 Dining Out* 
Saturday, June 2, 7:30 PM, City Barbecue, Beavercreek

We have reserved the enclosed patio room for our group to share some fine barbecue and fun fellowship. Bring a friend and a hearty appetite! 2330 N. Fairfield Rd., Beavercreek, 320-0000.

Jun 3 Fairhaven Church Picnic*
Sunday, June 3, 5:00 PM, Delco Park, Kettering

Meet up with your single friends from Fairhaven to enjoy this fun, church-wide event. Games, music and kid-friendly activities all included. Please bring a side dish to share. Look for the Single Vine tables.

Jun 9 Singles Set Sail Dance Decorating*
Saturday, June 9, Noon, Founders Hall

Join other Single Vine helpers get Founders Hall into “ship-shape” for our dance. Just show up and lend a hand with the decorations. Helpful children welcome!

Jun 9 Singles Set Sail Dance
Saturday, June 9, 7:30 PM, Founders Hall

We’ll launch into summer with a “boatload” of new friends at our cruise-themed dance. Social time and appetizers begin at 7:30 PM with dancing from 8:00-11:00 PM. Admission at the door is $10 and includes everything you’ll need to sail into the sunset with us.

Jun 16 Big Grill Out and Games*
Saturday, June 16, 7:30 PM, MAC

We’ll provide the meat, grills, and beverages for a big cook-out! Outdoor games if the weather holds, otherwise we’ll move inside to eat and enjoy a fun time together. Please bring a side dish to share.

Jun 23 Clifton Gorge Hike & Young’s Dairy*
Saturday, June 23, 10:00 AM

Come enjoy a beautiful hike along the cliffs and into the cool, 2-mile gorge created by the Little Miami River. Meet at the parking lot, 2331 State Route 343, Yellow Springs, OH  45387. We’ll grab a bite at nearby Young’s Dairy afterward. Rain cancels.

Jun 27 Gathering Potluck and Stories
Tuesday, June 27, 7:00 PM, MAC

What could be better than eating a nice meal with friends and then hearing two singles share their testimonies at the gathering’s once a month Potluck and Stories? Come be fed and encouraged by the journey of others! Please bring a dish to share.

Jun 30 Mini-Golf*
Saturday, June 30, 7:30 PM, Indian Trails

Test your skill at the most scenic mini-golf spot in town. We’ll meet at the “Pro Shop” at 7:30 PM for a round of 18 holes and a scoop of ice cream at the end! Special price only $5.50; mention you are with Single Vine from Fairhaven. 1601 E. David Rd., Kettering, 294-4054. Rain cancels.

Jul 7 Dining Out*
Saturday, July 7, 7:30 PM, El Toro, Bellbrook

Hot and spicy or mild and mellow, this Mexican restaurant has something for everyone. Get your taste buds ready and come make some new friends. 4421 State Route 725, Bellbrook, 848-4565.

Jul 14 Singles Night at Common Ground
Saturday, July 14, 7:30 PM, Common Ground

New games and new fun await you at our Singles Night in Fairhaven’s beautiful café. Join us for a short evening of fellowship with ice breakers, door prizes, and of course great coffee drinks and light snacks available for purchase.

Jul 21 Card and Game Night*
Saturday, July 21, 7:30 PM, MAC

Come cool off on a hot summer night with relaxing air conditioning and some casual competition. Please bring a snack to share and a favorite game ... or play one of ours!

Jul 24 Gathering Potluck and Stories
Tuesday, July 24, 7:00 PM, MAC

What could be better than eating a nice meal with friends and then hearing two singles share their testimonies at the gathering’s once a month Potluck and Stories? Come be fed and encouraged by the journey of others! Please bring a dish to share.

Jul 28 Scavenger Hunt*
Saturday, July 28, 7:30 PM, Atrium

We’ll meet in Fairhaven’s atrium lobby to form teams and receive instructions, then head to The Greene for a friendly scavenger hunt competition. At the end of the evening we will come together (the place is secret for now) to discover which is the winning team. Please be on time as you will not be able to join the competition once we leave the church.

Singles Gathering
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, MAC

The Gathering is the heart of our singles ministry where good friendships are made. Join us for fun fellowship, discussion, snacks, and study. In June we will wrap up the series It Came From Within by Andy Stanley. In July we will begin the popular study Living Single. On the fourth Tuesday of each month, we pause our study series for Potluck and Stories (see description of P&S night). The Gathering is the best way to get connected to the Single Vine!

Singles on Saturday (SOS)

Join us at 6:00 PM for the casual Saturday night worship service at Fairhaven Church; we sit near the back on the left as you enter. Nursery available; children’s program for age 3 through elementary. Join us for an activity afterward on most Saturdays.

Pre-engagement/Pre-marital assessment

Get your marriage off to the best possible start by taking Prepare/Enrich's extensive online assessment and then meet with a trained facilitator to review the results. Cost is $30 and includes assessment report and up to eight follow-up sessions. For more information, please contact . Prepare/Enrich is required for all couples being married at Fairhaven.

Joan's Thoughts

If you're on our email list, then you already know that Joan Hoffmann, Pastor of Community Life, has started sharing her thoughts each week as part of the weekly emails. Well now you can read all the entries! Learn more.