On November 20th, The Edinburg Center’s Charles Webster Potter Place Clubhouse in Waltham hosted a heartwarming Thanksgiving Harvest Lunch, bringing clubhouse members together to celebrate the season of gratitude. The event featured a classic Thanksgiving feast complete with turkey, stuffing, and all the traditional holiday favorites. To finish the meal on a sweet note, members enjoyed a delicious assortment of pies.
What made the event especially meaningful was the hands-on involvement of Potter Place members. They played an important role in the planning and preparation of the lunch, helping to cook and organize the day’s festivities. Much of the food was generously donated by local grocery stores and restaurants, reflecting the strong community support that surrounds Potter Place.
The dining tables were adorned with handmade centerpieces crafted by the members themselves. These decorations featured hand-painted craft sticks, each one personalized with expressions of gratitude. The colorful display served as a beautiful reminder of the purpose of the gathering.
The Thanksgiving Harvest Lunch not only celebrated the holiday, but also offered members the chance to share time, connect with one another, and reflect on the positive aspects of their lives. The event embodied the spirit of togetherness that Potter Place fosters year-round.
Potter Place is a non-clinical day program for adults with a history of mental illness, offering a supportive environment focused on both vocational and social rehabilitation. Through its prevocational, vocational, educational, and social programs, Potter Place empowers members to build skills, develop confidence, and strengthen community ties. The Thanksgiving Harvest Lunch was a shining example of that mission in action.