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Registration is required for the Nov. 15 event at the Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center
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Bastrop residents can share a free Thanksgiving meal and connect with neighbors when the city's Community Unity celebration returns for a second year.
What to expect
Jack of Hearts, a local nonprofit supporting students pursuing skilled trades, will prepare and serve the traditional Thanksgiving meal for attendees. City of Bastrop officials said holiday activities are also planned.
Attendance is limited to 1,000 people. Advance registration is required and can be submitted here.
Attendees must select one of two time slots:
1-3 p.m.
3-5 p.m.
Why it matters
Mayor Ishmael Harris told Community Impact the event was created to bring residents together and strengthen community connections.
“We may come from different backgrounds, have different opinions, and not always agree on everything, but at the end of the day we're still neighbors and we're still one community,” Harris said.
He also noted that last year's inaugural event was a success and he plans to build on that momentum.
"We saw what happens when people come together, share a meal, enjoy some fellowship and simply spend time getting to know one another," he said. "My hope is that we continue building on that spirit year after year, reminding ourselves that what brings us together will always be greater than what divides us."
Nov. 15, 1-5 p.m.
Free (registration required)
Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center, 1408 Chestnut St., Bastrop
