Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2024 EVERETT | FROM PAGE 1 Center was filled with attendees participating in the festivities, which brought hundreds together to enjoy a warm meal and community togetherness. “This event gets bigger and better each year and it really warms my heart to see so many residents gathering together with holiday cheer, great food, and community spirit,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I would like to thank each and every one of the volunteers for their commitment and dedication to making sure our residents were given the best experience possible.” The Mass Badge Foundation, in partnership with the City of Everett, Everett Police Department, and Zion Church Ministries, hosted the 13th annual Community Thanksgiving Complimentary Dinner at the Edward G. Connolly Center. Volunteers worked hard to prepare food for the annual Community Thanksgiving Complimentary Dinner. A team of employees from Target volunteered at the annual Community Thanksgiving Complimentary Dinner. Mayor Carlo DeMaria alongside attendees at the annual Community Thanksgiving Complimentary Dinner. From left: Linda Dall, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, and Sandy Schiappa. The Well Coffee House ser ved coffee to attendees. Bishop Robert Brown alongside Ever ett resident Doris. Marlene Westerman attended the annual Community Thanksgiving Complimentary Dinner. Bishop Robert Brown and City Councillor Stephanie Martins. Mayor Carlo DeMaria alongside his mother, Rosa, who volunteers every year to serve food to attendees. Police Chief Paul Strong and Bishop Rober t Brown. Fire Chief Joseph Hickey and Police Chief Paul Strong alongside firefighters and police officers. Volunteers served attendees throughout the event.
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