FISH to host Community Thanksgiving Celebration
The island community is invited to gather with family and friends to enjoy a free holiday meal.
FISH of Sanibel-Captiva will host its Community Thanksgiving Celebration on Nov. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. at The Community House on Sanibel. The event will include the holiday dinner, plus more.
FISH Executive Director Maria Espinoza explained that one of the focuses of the organization is celebrating the “sense of the community” on the islands and fostering that community spirit.
“Our community has faced so much these last two years, these last two months,” she said. “It’s an opportunity to come together, share a meal — and continue to rebuild like we have in the past.”
The event is free and open to the public; no reservations are required.
“It’s open to everyone,” Espinoza said. “We welcome islanders, we welcome the workforce. Anyone who would like to come out and enjoy a meal together.”
The traditional Thanksgiving dinner will be provided by Jerry’s Foods on Sanibel.
“We’re are going to have all of the holiday fixings available to folks,” she said. “Turkey, mashed potatoes, casseroles, pumpkin pie.”
The Midwest Food Bank will provide the beverages.
“We’ll have soda, water, juice,” Espinoza said.
Additionally, FISH will have holiday games and crafts available.
“Activities for the kids to do because we want it to be a family event,” Espinoza said.
Attendees will also receive a ticket for a raffle giveaway, with the opportunity to win two tickets to FISH’s JOG N JAM concert set for Dec. 7 at the ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa on Captiva.
The islands are invited to take part in the community gathering.
“About a month ago, FISH was at The Community House, displaced from its own facility. We were giving out cleaning buckets, giving out hot meals, because there wasn’t any electricity,” she said, referring to the recent hurricanes. “I think it’s important on a day like Thanksgiving to come out and enjoy that time when it’s not under such harsh circumstances. To come together, reflect on everything that’s happened and just enjoy each other’s company.”
For more information, call 239-472-4775 or visit F.I.S.H. on Facebook, X/Twitter or Instagram.
The Community House is at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
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IF YOU GO
What
FISH Community Thanksgiving Celebration
When
Nov. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Where
The Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
Details
Free and open to the public
To reach TIFFANY REPECKI / trepecki@breezenewspapers.com, please email