The second annual free Christmas Community Love event was held at Hayes Auto Sales on Dec. 23, where 162 people were fed.

Sinfully Good by Fluffy Ninja LLC provided food for the 100 percent free buffet. “We just wanted to show the community love and spread some holiday cheer again this year,” according to the event listing on Facebook.

In addition to the buffet, dessert table and hot cocoa, there was a DJ playing favorite holiday tunes and other holiday festivities. During the event, volunteers handed out toys and stockings to children. There was also a balloon drop for the children.

Local businesses and individuals who helped to make this event happen include, in addition to Hayes Auto Sales and Fluffy Ninja: Patriots Grill, WaWa, Circle M Stables, Harris Renovation Services LLC, J.R. Lawn Care, CJC Services, Backwoods Home Improvements LLC, Hodges & Bryant, The Other Moving Company, Banks Family Crafts, Eggheads Diner, Scoot’s BBQ, The Pool Store, Inc., Balloon Boutique...