All welcome to Island’s Thanksgiving Dinner: Community gathering is annual tradition 

The spirit of Thanksgiving comes to life on Shelter Island, as everyone in the community is invited to come together to share the holiday feast.

Dinner will be served on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Shelter Island Heights Fire House.

All the traditional favorites will be included: turkey with stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes and a vegetable and topped off with pie.

The community celebration is open to all, and families are welcome.

This event comes together through the support of many local organizations and volunteers, including The Shelter Island Lions Club, the Shelter Island Fire Department, Our Lady of the Isle Church and Senior Citizens Foundation of Shelter Island.

For more information, call the Senior Center at 631-749-1059. Rides can be provided if arranged in advance.

Also, call and arrangements can be made for for a meal to be sent to you if you cannot leave your home due to illness or disability.