More than 300 Harlem Heights families enjoyed a festive meal at The Heights Foundation to celebrate an early Thanksgiving.

The celebration at the Hagie Drive facility offered a buffet, face painting, games, and even free karate lessons from National Karate Fort Myers. Each family left with a turkey and Publix gift card for their own Thanksgiving dinner.

Resident Sandra Ocampo attended with her entire family, including brothers, sisters, nieces, and cousins.

“We always look forward to this event every year. We know that just before Thanksgiving, we have a great time. We all gather, and you pick up a turkey after a good lunch, and also a gift card for Publix. We enjoy it. And then you get ice cream afterwards!” Ocampo said.

Lee Health gave free screenings and Lee County Sheriff's Office’

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