Neighbors who would welcome a Thanksgiving dinner have a local option this year, but reservations need to be made soon.

The Compassion Network is offering free community Thanksgiving meals for pickup at Bethel United Methodist Church in Lower Burrell on Thursday, November 26.

Reserve by Friday evening, November 13

All meals must be reserved in advance, with one meal available per person.

When making your reservation, include your name, phone number and the number of meals you would like to pick up for your family.

Choose one of these reservation methods.

Text Mark Resetar at 724-448-8173.

This number is for text messages only; please do not call.

Email Invr4get911@aol.com.

Send Mark Resetar a Facebook message.

Or call Bethel United Methodist Church at 724-339-2420, Monday through Thursday, from 8 am to noon.

If you plan to reserve by calling the church, use those office hours before the Friday evening deadline.

Thanksgiving Day pickup: noon–1 pm

Meals will be available for pickup on Thursday, November 26, from noon to 1 pm.

The pickup location is Bethel United Methodist Church, 150 Alder Street, Lower Burrell.

Please use the parking lot behind the church.

All meals are carryout only.

The reservation and pickup dates are separate: reserve by November 13, then collect your meals on Thanksgiving Day.

Churches and organizations can request meals, too

Organizations or churches wishing to reserve multiple meals for their people can contact Mark by email or text.

Please share this information with a neighbor, friend or family member who could benefit from a free holiday meal.

The event flyer provides the reservation options and pickup details in one place, making it easy to pass along before the deadline.