The Salvation Army is inviting residents to their annual West Shore Community Christmas Dinner, taking place this Saturday (Dec. 5) at Our Lady of the Rosary Church.

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The dinner also caters to people who may be struggling emotionally and just want some companionship and social interaction.

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The church is at 798 Goldstream Ave. Doors open at around 5:30 p.m. and the full turkey dinner with all of the fixings will be served at 6.

katie@goldstreamgazette.com