As Thanksgiving approaches, several organizations in Gary and the surrounding areas are stepping up to ensure no one goes without a meal. Looking for a savory Thanksgiving meal or a turkey to cook for the holiday? Capital B Gary has you covered.
Here’s a list of locations in Gary and nearby areas offering free meals and turkeys this Thanksgiving season.
Harvest Feast Friday
Hosted by: State Rep. Vernon Smith
Address: New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 2307 Rhode Island St., Gary
Time: 7 p.m., Nov. 22
Note: The feast will include a short religious service followed by a Thanksgiving dinner. The event is free to the public. Performances by praise teams and gospel vocalists are planned.
Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway
Address: RailCats Stadium, 1 Steelyard Plaza, Gary
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Nov. 22
Note: The city of Gary partnered with Faith Farms CDC for this event.
Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner
Address: Williams Chapel Church of God in Christ, 2201 Tennessee St., Gary
Time: Noon to 4 p.m., Nov. 26
4th Annual Senior Thanksgiving Drive-By Luncheon
Address: BJ’s Cafe, 2935 W. 15th Ave., Gary
Time: 11 a.m., Nov. 23
Mobile Market by Food Bank of Northwest Indiana
Address: St. Timothy Community Church, 1600 W. 25th Ave., Gary
Time: 3 p.m., Nov. 22
Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church
Address: 2323 W. 11th Ave., Gary
Time: 6:30 p.m., Nov. 26
Other Locations Across Northwest Indiana
Christian Revival Center’s Community Thanksgiving Dinner (Dine-in only)
Address: Christian Revival Center, 805 W. 57th Ave., Merrillville
Time: 4 to 6 p.m., Nov. 23
Mobile Market by Food Bank of Northwest Indiana
Address: Franciscan Health Center, 1201 S. Main St., Crown Point
Time: 3 p.m., Nov. 25
Mobile Market by Food Bank of Northwest Indiana
Address: Ridge United Methodist Church, 8607 Columbia Ave., Munster
Time: 10 a.m., Nov. 27
