Rotarians, Optimists rolling up sleeves to prepare Thanksgiving meal for the community
By Jennifer Zartman Romano
The Columbia City Rotary Club in conjunction with the Columbia City Optimist Club will be rolling up their sleeves, donning aprons and preparing to truly serve the community.
As they have for many years, the groups will be serving a community Thanksgiving meal for those in need or those who have no where else to enjoy a dinner this year. The meal will be served Thursday, November 24, 2011, at the Whitley County 4-H Center. Volunteers will be serving the homemade meal from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This year's meal, made possible thanks to countless generous donations from Rotarians and Optimist members, will include turkey, ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, dressing and pumpkin pie.
The event is free and open to the community. In the past, hundreds have been served a hot meal and a warm social experience.
For those unable to leave their homes, meal delivery is available. To make a reservation for a delivery meal, call Smith & Sons at 244-7601 or J&J Insurance at 244-6174.