Leroy Patocka unloads 400 lbs. of turkey Friday at the Knights of Columbus, 1610 W. Willow, as preparation begins for the annual Thanksgiving Day meal at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Leven Center on Nov. 22 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The National Wild Turkey Federation, Cherokee Chapter, purchased the 22 turkeys at Jumbos, and Ruth Anderson delivered the meat. More than 20 Knights of Columbus members will cook the meat next Wed. Individuals who are unable to leave their homes or have no transportation may call the Leven Center kitchen at 234-6882 and ask for their Thanksgiving meal to be delivered. (Staff Photo by BONNIE VCULEK)