(Michigan City, IN) - The Salvation Army in Michigan City is having an event to help people during these challenging times.  Free pumpkins, popcorn and prayer will be offered next month.

Major Dale Simmons says the idea is to be there for people during what’s been an especially challenging year because of COVID-19.  He says the need for services has increased dramatically during the pandemic.  “Sometimes we don’t think about the folks in our community who were already suffering from poverty, homelessness and hunger before the pandemic even began. These people are the ones who were impacted the most and we want to let them know we are here for all of their needs,” he said.

The free pumpkins, popcorn and prayer is scheduled October 11 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Salvation Army headquarters at 1201 S. Franklin St.  People are asked to remain in their vehicles for social distancing purposes and if they show up on foot keep six feet of distance from other individuals.