SAUTEE NACOOCHEE, Ga. — Community members in White and Habersham counties are invited to gather for a free Community Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day at the Sautee Nacoochee Center.
The event is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the center, located at 283 Ga. 255 in Sautee Nacoochee. Organizers say the dinner is open to everyone and is intended to ensure no one is alone or goes hungry on Christmas.
In addition to a traditional Christmas meal, organizers will distribute free items for those in need, including clothing, toys for children, household supplies and toiletries. Toys will be available for children ages newborn to 18.
Donations are being accepted in advance of the event. Organizers are seeking new, unwrapped toys; clean, gently used warm clothing, coats and blankets; nonperishable food items; toiletries; and household necessities. Volunteers are also needed to help with the event.
Donation drop-off locations include Mt. Yonah Book Exchange, 10-4 M-S, 2779 Helen Highway in Cleveland; Meaders Mercantile, 2047 Helen Highway in Cleveland; and the Helen Public Library, located at 90 Petes Park Road in Helen.
For more information or to volunteer, organizers ask the public to contact Lafaye Murphy at 706-326-2895 or reach out through Facebook.
Organizers said the event is designed to bring the community together for fellowship and support during the holiday season.
