While many people will gather with their loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving tomorrow, not everyone has plans to spend day eating turkey and stuffing. For those without celebration plans, without resources to hold a Thanksgiving dinner or looking to give back on a day known for consumption, here are a few community events and volunteer opportunities to celebrate the holiday of giving.
Community Thanksgiving dinners
River Community Church, Iowa City
Nov. 27, 12 – 5 p.m., Free
River Community Church (3001 Muscatine Ave.) has been hosting their free Thanksgiving dinner for over 30 years. The traditional dinner includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes and pie and is open to everyone. Guests are welcome to come by any time between 12 and 5 p.m.
Grace United Methodist Church, Tiffin
Nov. 27, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m., Free
Grace United Methodist Church (300 W. Marengo Rd., Tiffin) will serve a free Thanksgiving dinner with turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, pies and many other sides. The dinner is targeted towards people who might not have anyone to celebrate with or who don’t want to cook. They are looking for volunteers to help with cleanup after the dinner at 1 p.m.
Volunteer
Thanksgiving Day Meals on Wheels Volunteer
Elder Services is looking for volunteers to help deliver meals between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Get involved by calling 319-338-0515.
