WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31st: FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 noon to 6 pm

SCHOOL BY IN SESSION: Today is the first day of the new school year. For those who might come to the Food Shelf mid-afternoon, please be aware of school buses (avoid lining up in the usual turn-around) and watch for parents and children crossing from Claussens in front of the Food Shelf.

MASK WEARING: Please continue to WEAR A MASK when talking with Food Shelf volunteers. Volunteers continue to wear masks throughout their shift.

PROOF OF RESIDENCE INFORMATION: If you have not been to the Food Shelf before or if you have not been in 2022, please bring Proof of Residency of Colchester. Proof would be a current bill, lease, etc with your name and address, but not a driver's license or car registration.

GARDENERS AND THEIR FRESH VEGETABLES: Thank you so much for the fresh produce from our local gardeners. So far we have gotten: cucumbers, zucchini, garlic, green beans, summer squash, Swiss chard and lettuce. We are now lucky enough to get fresh, garden tomatoes. Thank you. Fresh vegetables are much appreciated.

DONORS: If you are planning to bring a donation, please try to come early. There are volunteers at the Food Shelf at 11:00 am, preparing for Wednesday hours. PLEASE do NOT leave donations if there is no volunteer there. Some items that we use in monthly groceries include: apple juice, Progresso or Chunky Campbell soups with chicken or beef; Cereals – Honey-Nut Cheerios, raisin bran, Rice Krispies, Corn Flakes; Pasta Sauce (no meat). Please, nothing outdated. Thank You for your help!

PLEASE STAY SAFE AND WELL!!!

Physical Location: 245 Main Street between Claussens and Union Memorial School.
Mailing address: P. O. Box 625 Colchester VT 05446
Questions: Web Site: www.colchesterfoodshelf.org or marciadevino@colchesterfoodshelf.org