The Venango County Democrats, in collaboration with the Venango-Clarion Chapter of the NWPA Area Labor Federation, are once again bringing warmth and joy to the community this holiday season. Continuing their annual tradition, they will be delivering free Christmas meals to elderly, shut-in, and homebound members of the Venango County community. Delivery of meals will begin at 11 a.m.

Adding to the tradition, individuals seeking company on Christmas day are invited to join in person at 237 Seneca Street, Oil City, where a communal dinner will be served starting at 1:00 p.m.

Scheduled for Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, these meals will be freshly prepared and ready to enjoy, aiming to bring comfort and festive spirit to those who might be unable to share the day with family or anyone in need. The traditional Christmas Dinner, lovingly prepared by Venango County Democrats chairman John Kluck and his mother Dianne Kluck, will feature items such as ham, potatoes, vegetables, fresh baked rolls, and cookies crafted by dedicated volunteers.

To reserve a meal, interested individuals can easily do so by visiting the Venango County Democrats’ website at VenangoDems.org and completing the online form. For those without online access, reservations can be made by calling 814-657-3108 and leaving a message. The meals will be thoughtfully packaged in reusable microwave and dishwasher-safe containers. Reservation requests for meals are encouraged to be made by December 18 to ensure availability.

This initiative is made possible through the kindness and generosity of the Venango County Democratic Party members, the Venango-Clarion Chapter of the NWPA ALF, and the incredible support from the community. Those interested in contributing, whether through assisting with meal deliveries, baking cookies, or making donations, are encouraged to reach out to Kluck at (814) 657-3108.

This article was published in the Venango Chamber’s December 2023 VenangoWorks! Newsletter.