The Veterans Community Center, formerly the Citrus Heights one room schoolhouse, is the venue for their annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser. Photo by Elise Spleiss

CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) - The Veterans Community Center’s annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser organizers on June 22 promise an evening of delicious food, live entertainment, and community spirit from 5 to 8 p.m.

An entry fee of $25 per person includes a hearty spaghetti dinner and classic country hits by Uncle John’s Band, led by Gary Beamon. Beer and wine will be available for purchase separately. Shade and water misters will keep attendees cool.

 Volunteers prepare to greet hungry attendees at the 2023 spaghetti dinner fundraiser. Photo courtesy of Laurie Thornton

Funds raised will help with operational costs and support the various programs and activities that benefit veterans and their families at the Veterans Community Center, 6921 Sylvan Road.

“We are excited to host this fundraiser and look forward to welcoming everyone for a night of good food and great music,” said administrative assistant Laurie Thornton. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and show their support for our veterans.”

 Organizers set up the event at last year’s fundraiser. Photo courtesy of Laurie Thornton

Tickets are on sale now and can be bought at the center from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday or at the door. For more information or to buy tickets, contact the center at 916-806-4852 or email Thornton at [email protected]. Free parking is available in the north lot next door to the center. Follow the signs.

 Many raffle prizes have again been donated to help raise funds for veterans. Photo courtesy of Laurie Thornton