join us for pennies to heaven 2026
Pennies to Heaven is a cherished OLV tradition that brings together the community for a joyful celebration of faith, family, and fellowship in support of the mission of Venerable Nelson Baker. Held annually on the OLV campus, the 2026 event features live entertainment, family activities, raffles, food and drink, a Kids’ Zone, and the beloved “Penny Drop” tradition outside the Basilica.
All proceeds support the continued good work of the OLV parish, school, and community.
Saturday, August 1
- 3 p.m. - 1st Annual Car Show and expanded Kids' Zone, DJ, basket raffle, split club, silent auction, food & drink (winners will be announced Sunday)
- 4:30 p.m. - Jazz Mass
- 6 p.m. - Car show awards announced. Solo acoustic performance format of Buffalo-based singer, guitarist, and songwriter Tim Britt, built around a request-driven and highly interactive live music experience until 9 p.m.
Sunday, August 2
- 7:30 a.m. - Penny Drop begins outside of the Basilica ... bring your loose change!
- Noon - Father Baker Day Mass in the Basilica
- Noon - Activities (Kids' Zone, basket raffle, silent auction, split club, entertainment, food & drink) begin
- 1 p.m. - Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ pick-up (including driveup station)
- 4 p.m. - Basket raffles and silent auction close
- 5 p.m. - All activities close
- Paint the Basilica Art Exhibit available for viewing all weekend in the Shrine (Basilica lower level). Click here for details.
Become a Sponsor/Donor & Make a Difference
Families, businesses, parishioners, and friends of OLV are all invited to become a sponsor and help this year's weekend be the best ever. Sponsors make the weekend's fun possible!
- Choose whichever sponsorship area you wish - Kids' Zone, Music/Entertainment, Car Show, Food & Beverage, Tables/Tents
- Click here to download a sponsorship form.
- Have a question about sponsorships? Contact Rich Osman at (810) 580-1625.
THANKS TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS
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Michael E. Spahn |
Bob & Carolyn Rebmann |
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Nancy Pennesi |
John J. Riccardi, Esq. |
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The Gift of Faith Store |
Carmelline M. Salazar |
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Wardynski Meats |
Iannarelli Family |
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Mulberry Italian Restaurant |
Stone Art Memorial |
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James W. Carr |
Osman Family |
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Ann Parucki |
Knights of Columbus Fr. Baker Council #2243 |
| Knights of St. John OLV Commandery #387 |
Norman E. Gannon & Sons Funeral Homes |
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Mary Haggerty |
Woyshner's Flowers |
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Ashland Pest Control Inc. |
Rev. Msgr. David G. LiPuma |
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Cellino Law LLP |
Amigone Funeral Home, Inc. |
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John J. Kaczor Funeral Home |
Scott D. Marcin, JD - Vision Financial Group |
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Steve and Ann Timmel |
Michalek & Harrington LLC |
