This past Sunday, the Frackville Police Department and St. Joseph the Worker Parish joined forces to host a Free Thanksgiving Dinner for the entire community. Held at St. Joseph the Worker Hall, the event drew families and friends together for a heartwarming holiday celebration.
More than 200 meals were served, featuring a traditional Thanksgiving spread of turkey, ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, and, of course, plenty of gravy. For those unable to attend in person, the Frackville Police Department ensured that no one missed out by delivering meals directly to residents’ homes.
The hall opened its doors at 3:00 PM, and families from across Frackville filled the room with chatter and laughter. Children enjoyed playing games. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, a dedicated team of volunteers worked tirelessly to prepare and serve the meals.
The event's success was made possible by the generous support of local businesses and organizations. Contributors included the Frackville American Legion, Phoenix Physical Therapy, Boyers Food Market, Pizza Place, Spring Street Bakery, Anthony's Pizza, Sister's Early Learning Center, Sullivan Funeral Home, Roman's Lounge, Walton-Ebert Insurance, Black Diamond, Joe Thurs Automotive, Walmart, DM2 Security, Clearly Clean, Jack Rich, Koch's Turkey Farm, Wegmans, and the Dutch Kitchen. Church members also played a crucial role, volunteering their time and effort.
Event organizer Wendy Montgomery expressed heartfelt gratitude to the sponsors, parishioners, and volunteers. “This wouldn’t have been possible without your support,” she said, addressing the crowd. “Thank you for making this Thanksgiving Dinner a reality and bringing our community together.”
As families shared meals and stories, it became evident that the event was about much more than food. It was a celebration of community and connection.
Frackville Police Chief Paul Olson expressed his satisfaction with the turnout and praised the volunteers and sponsors. He also extended his thanks to Mayor Phillips for her ongoing, behind-the-scenes efforts to support the borough. “Her dedication doesn’t go unnoticed,” Chief Olson noted.
