St. Paul's United Church of Christ will host a Blessing of the Animals evening on Oct. 5 as part of the 1st Thursday events in Manheim. The blessing will occur from 5 to 8 p.m. on the sidewalk in front of the church at 50 N. Main St.

In addition to a blessing, pets will receive a drink of water. All pets are welcome.

For more information, call 717-665-2447, email stpaulsmanheim@ptd.net, or visit http://www.stpaulsuccmanheim.org.