11/8/17
by News Department on 11/08/17Free Thanksgiving meal...
The Knights of Columbus Schuylkill Council 431 will again host a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need.
This is the ninth year for the event.
Ron Whalen, financial secretary for Schuylkill Council 431 and treasurer of Schuylkill Council Charities, the nonprofit entity of Schuylkill Council 431, said on average, 1,500 meals are distributed. So far, about 250 meals have been ordered.
The meal consists of stuffing, turkey with gravy, yams/sweet potatoes, corn, bread, cranberry sauce and dessert.
Those who need a Thanksgiving meal should call 570-691-1429, 570-628-3333 or 570-516-9514 and leave a name and phone number.
Deadline to call is 5 p.m. Nov. 16.
Donations from businesses, people and organizations make the generous outreach possible.
Donations are tax deductible.
