This time of year can be hard for those that may need a hand financially, but it can also be hard for those who may not have anyone to spend the holidays with.
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While some members of the West Shore community may just need a hot meal, he noted others are in desperate need of social interaction, which is why the Salvation Army is hosting its annual West Shore Community Christmas Dinner, this Saturday, Dec. 3, at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 798 Goldstream Ave. B次元官网网址淚tB次元官网网址檚 just a chance to spend time together B次元官网网址� ItB次元官网网址檚 open to everyone,B次元官网网址� Kogan said.
Doors open shortly before 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6, featuring turkey with all the trimmings. Last year roughly 220 people attended and organizers expect a similar turnout this year.
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While the dinner is hosted by the Salvation Army, a number of community members and local businesses offer donations (including turkeys) and volunteers to help make the event possible, Kogan said.
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