Bob Vogelbaugh Hosts 57th Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal
Bob Vogelbaugh, "Mr. Thanksgiving," is hosting his 57th annual community holiday meal at Mercado on 5th on Thanksgiving day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., with plans to serve 750 people.
Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, November 5, 2026 — Bob Vogelbaugh, widely known as “Mr. Thanksgiving,” is set to host his 57th annual community holiday meal on Thanksgiving Day. The event will take place at Mercado on 5th, a local venue.
The meal is scheduled to run from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Vogelbaugh anticipates serving approximately 750 individuals as part of the community tradition.
This marks the 57th consecutive year Vogelbaugh has organized the Thanksgiving meal for the community. Further details regarding the specific menu, volunteer participation, or the exact location within Mercado on 5th were not provided in the summary.
The tradition, now in its 57th year, aims to provide a holiday meal for community members. The event is slated to occur on Thanksgiving Day, with a specific timeframe established for attendees.
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