Everett serves hundreds of meals at Community Thanksgiving Dinner

City officials, first responders, residents and community leaders joined together to serve meals to attendees and celebrate Thanksgiving

Special to The Advocate

Hundreds of residents gathered at the Connolly Center on Monday, Nov. 24, for Everett’s first annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner, celebrating community, gratitude and togetherness. Building on the tradition established by Mass Badge and Zion Church Ministries, the City of Everett collaborated with the Everett Fire Department, Everett Firefighters Union Local 143, the Everett Police Department, Everett Police Superior Officers Union, Fraternal Order of Police Everett, MA Lodge 40 and Zion Church Ministries for this meaningful community event. Attendees came together with first responders, City officials and staff, community organizations and volunteers to enjoy a warm meal and an evening of connection.

The complimentary dinner featured a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the fixings prepared and served by first responders and volunteers. After dinner, attendees enjoyed dessert and shared in the joy and spirit of the season.

All of the upcoming City of Everett events can be found by visiting the events calendar on the City website at cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/events/list. Residents can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) to stay updated. Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @EverettGov_MA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the upcoming events.