LIMERICK — One of the most beloved events is returning to Limerick for a 35th year this coming weekend.

The annual “Funshine Fair” will be held on the grounds of St. Matthew Church at 19 Dora Lane in Limerick from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 28 and from 8 a.m., to noon Sunday, July 29.

Fair organizers say that the event is a labor of love for the parishioners and community members who pull together to offer an unforgettable experience to people of all ages.

Live entertainment, games and a variety of activities are planned for the open areas of the church property and under massive tents brought in for the fair.

Food concessions will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday with a special chicken barbecue planned from 4 to 6 p.m. On Sunday, the concession area will be open from 10 a.m. to noon with a hearty homestyle breakfast served from 8 to 10 a.m.

In addition to the activities and entertainment, participants can browse a large clothing and flea market, which will be open from 8:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. (open an extra hour after the fair closes) on Saturday, and from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday.

According to fair organizers, fair participants will enjoy carnival-style games, live music, a penny auction, booths, and popular children’s activities like face painting.

The fair will wrap up Sunday at noon with a penny auction and raffle drawings.

All proceeds from the “Funshine Fair” will benefit the parish, and everyone is welcome to attend.

For more information about the “Funshine Fair,” call 793-2244.