Wilmot Fire Department to host curbside ham dinner Nov. 9

Carryout meals served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. include ham, sides and dessert; proceeds support volunteer fire and rescue services

Wilmot Fire and Rescue will host an all-you-can-eat ham dinner that includes scalloped potatoes, green beans, applesauce, coleslaw, dinner rolls and a cookie.

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Published October 24, 2025 - 5:25 a.m.

The Nov. 9, ham dinner will be curbside carryout from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drive-thru pickup will be available in front of the Wilmot Fire Department, with volunteers bringing meals to your vehicle.

Dinners are $12 each and include ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, applesauce, coleslaw, a dinner roll and a cookie from Amish Door Restaurant. The Wilmot Fire Department is located at 204 Mill St. in Wilmot.

Delivery within the Village of Wilmot is available by calling 330-359-5995. Bring exact change if possible. All proceeds will benefit Wilmot Fire and Rescue, a volunteer department.

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