Potluck in paradise

People eat and mingle Nov. 19 under the shade sails of City Pier Park, 101 N. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, during Thanks-Living, an annual community potluck dinner that began in 2019 to kick off the holiday season and celebrate Thanksgiving early. Islander Courtesy Photo

People take plates of food Nov. 19 during Thanks-Living in Anna Maria, where attendees brought their own beverages and appetizers to share with other community members. Islander Courtesy Photo