CARBONDALE – Mayor Carolin Harvey and The City of Carbondale invite you to the Helping Hands for the Holidays—Carbondale Community Resource Fair at the Carbondale Civic Center on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Carbondale Civic Center. 

Join us for a festive day of holiday cheer, support, and community connection. This free event will feature nearly 30 community organizations and agencies offering valuable information, services, and resources to help residents thrive through the holiday season and beyond.  

Attendees will enjoy complimentary treats and beverages by Cristaudo’s Café and Bakery while they explore the variety of free and low cost resources available to them. Attendees will also receive a commemorative Carbondale holiday bag while supplies last and have a chance to win exciting prizes throughout the event. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for interested vendors to show how they can lend a helping hand this holiday season.

To learn more about the event or to reserve a table, please contact Dianah McGreehan at dmcgreehan@carbondaleil.gov or call 618-457-3282. 

Don’t miss this chance to discover free and low-cost resources, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the season with your community.