Packathon for Haiti, Needham. The Needham Knights of Columbus and St. Joseph Parish are sponsoring a Packathon for Haiti, which will take place on Saturday, April 27, and Sunday, April 28, at the VFW Hall, 20 Junction Street. There are jobs for all ages and abilities, but children should be at least 10 years old. Volunteers for the event can sign up at stjosephparishneedham.com; questions may be directed to Ellen Benoit at ebenoit73@verizon.net.

Patriotic Rosary, Norwood. Come pray the beautiful Patriotic Rosary for our country at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 547 Washington Street, at 1:00 p.m. We will sing all of our beloved patriotic songs. For more information, call Rita Russo at 781-762-4391.

St. Peregrine Mass, Lowell. Immaculate Conception Church will celebrate its 25th annual St. Peregrine Mass at 6:30 p.m. to pray for comfort and strength for cancer patients and those who love them. The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick will be offered; all are welcome. The church and its large parking lot are located at 144 East Merrimack Street, next to the Lowell Memorial Auditorium. The church is handicap accessible.