BLANCHESTER — The 12th annual Blanchester Community Christmas Dinner on Saturday was a great success, as a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, including desserts, was served and delivered to over 350 residents.

Those in attendance were rich in praise of the meal provided by McCoy’s Catering.

Thanks go out to the many volunteers who baked desserts and helped set up, serve food, deliver meals and clean up. Special thanks to the students from Blanchester Schools who came to help, and thanks to the many local businesses and individuals who have financially supported the dinner during its first 12 years. Your contributions have made the dinner possible, and your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Many people are already looking forward to next year and the hopes are that the event will continue to increase in numbers and be a blessing to everyone in the community.

At the annual event are organizers Jim and Ruth Johnson.

http://aimmedianetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2016/12/web1_blan-xmas-1.jpgAt the annual event are organizers Jim and Ruth Johnson. Courtesy photos

Many area residents dined at the annual Blanchester Christmas Dinner.

http://aimmedianetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2016/12/web1_blan-xmas-2.jpgMany area residents dined at the annual Blanchester Christmas Dinner. Courtesy photos