08/18/2026
Local Knights of Columbus #4036, Shower of Roses Council invites you to participate in our first Blessing of the Barrels event in Wayland on Friday, August 28th!
Join us as we celebrate the patron saint of brewers, St. Augustine of Hippo, with a special blessing at our local drinkeries and libation-centers led by Father Maximilian Nightingale.
Meet us at one of the stops below, or follow along to all 8 local businesses to witness the Blessing of the Barrels!
1:00pm: Acqua In Vino (English/Italian)
129 S. Main St.
1:30pm: Wayland Hotel
104 S. Main St.
2:00pm: OpenRoad Brewery
128 S. Main St.
2:30pm: Don Pocho Mexican Grill & Bar (English/Spanish)
152 S. Main St.
3:00pm: McDuff's Bar and Grille
105 E. Superior St.
3:30pm: Salvino's Ristorante-Wayland
700 W. Superior St.
4:00pm: 4 One 2 Distillery
739 S. Main St.
4:30pm: Wayland VFW Post #7581
735 S. Main St.
In Western Christianity, Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430) is the patron of brewers. This connection comes from Augustine’s own life story: after a period of worldly indulgence, including frequent parties and a life of loose living, he experienced a profound conversion. His transformation from a man of sin to a holy bishop became a model of turning away from vices and embracing a life of virtue, which inspired many to seek change in their own lives.
St. Augustine is venerated for his deep spiritual writings, his role in the early Church, and his influence on Christian theology. The feast day is a time for the Church and communities around the world to recall his life of conversion, faithfulness, and service, and to ask his intercession for the faithful. Today we honor him not only for his virtue, but as a contributor to Western philosophy and culture.
🍻 We invite you to join in celebration!
