CANFIELD, Ohio - The Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission, in partnership with Gleaner’s Food Bank, will be hosting the distribution of 6,000 whole turkeys and other Thanksgiving food this Saturday at the Canfield Fairgrounds.

Funded in part by federal CARES Act funds, those taking part will enter through fairgrounds Gate 8 on Saturday, November 21, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 7265 Canfield-Columbiana Road. 

Participants must follow current Ohio COVID-19 public health directives regarding mandatory masks and social distancing for volunteers.

Patrons will remain in their vehicles and drive through the distribution line and are requested to wear masks as they pass through the food distribution area. Recipients should make sure their trunk or cargo area is clear to make room for food.

Volunteers should arrive no later than 8:30 a.m. and enter through Main Gate #5 – across from the State Police Barracks.