“If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.”
― Chinese Proverb
Thanksgiving Preparations at the Food Shelf
The Colchester Food Shelf is preparing for Thanksgiving and looking to you, our loyal, very supportive Colchester residents, who continue to be wonderful assistants in the Food Shelf’s mission. We would like to offer dinner fixings along with a turkey to Food Shelf clients. We are looking for: boxed scalloped potatoes, turkey gravy, green bean casserole ingredients (green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and French fried onion rings), boxed stuffing mix, and cranberry sauce. We will be turning our freezers on to accept turkeys (12-14 lbs is a good size).
The Food Shelf will be open FOR DONATION ONLY of turkeys and fixings on Saturday, November 13, and Saturday, November 20, from 10 AM to 1 PM.
Distribution to clients will be Monday, November 22, and Tuesday, November 23.
The Food Shelf will be open Wednesday, November 10 and Wednesday, November 17, 12 Noon to 6 PM. We will have volunteers at the Food Shelf by 11 AM to accept donations on those days as well.
Thank you for your continued support and Happy Thanksgiving to you all!
PLEASE STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY!
Any questions contact Marcia Devino at marciadevino@colchesterfoodshelf.org or 802-863-5403.
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
November 6: Grocery Pick-up and Thanksgiving Info
The Food Shelf will be open this Saturday, November 6, from 9 AM to 11 AM (the first Saturday of the month).
At this time, we ask that when visiting the Food Shelf, please wear a mask, even while waiting in your car. Volunteers are also wearing masks. We want to keep everyone safe, visitors and volunteers alike.
Interested in receiving a Thanksgiving turkey and fixings? Please make note of the following important dates: if you are signing up:
- You must sign up prior to November 22 and you must be a current client of the Colchester Food Shelf.
- Hours to pick up a Thanksgiving turkey and fixings are:
- Monday, November 22 from 11 AM to 2 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM.
- Tuesday, November 23 from 10 AM to 1 PM.
Please bring your Proof of Residency when you visit the Food Shelf for the first time, if you have not been to the Food Shelf in 2021, or if you have been instructed to bring documentation during your last visit. Documentation should be a bill, such as a utility bill, insurance bill, etc., or a mortgage/lease agreement. A driver’s license and/or car registration can NOT be used for Proof of Residency.
Thanksgiving Donations
We are reaching out to community members once again for turkeys and dinner fixing items. We will be OPEN FOR DONATION ONLY on Saturday, November 13, and Saturday, November 20, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Please do not feel the need to purchase a turkey until they are on sale at the grocery stores.
PLEASE STAY SAFE AND WELL!
THANK YOU again from the Volunteers and Clients
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
Questions? Email info@colchesterfoodshelf.org
Nov. 3 and Nov. 6: Grocery Pick-up and Thanksgiving Info
The Food Shelf will be open this week on Wednesday, November 3, from 12 Noon to 6 PM, and Saturday, November 6, from 9 AM to 11 AM (the first Saturday of the month).
Are You Looking to Donate a Winter Coat? Please Drop Off Winter Coats at Gadue’s Dry Cleaning
The winter coats that have been available to Colchester Food Shelf clients have been provided by Gadue’s Dry Cleaning. If you are looking to donate a winter coat you no longer need, please do NOT bring coat donations to the Food Shelf, but instead, winter coats can be donated at any of the Gadue Dry Cleaning locations. Please check their website or their Facebook page for hours.
Interested in receiving a Thanksgiving turkey and fixings? Please make note of the following important dates: if you are signing up:
- You must sign up prior to November 22 and you must be a current client of the Colchester Food Shelf.
- Hours to pick up a Thanksgiving turkey and fixings are:
- Monday, November 22 from 11 AM to 2 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM.
- Tuesday, November 23 from 10 AM to 1 PM.
At this time, we ask that when visiting the Food Shelf, please wear a mask, even while waiting in your car. Volunteers are also wearing masks. We want to keep everyone safe, visitors and volunteers alike.
Please bring your Proof of Residency when you visit the Food Shelf for the first time, if you have not been to the Food Shelf in 2021, or if you have been instructed to bring documentation during your last visit. Documentation should be a bill, such as a utility bill, insurance bill, etc., or a mortgage/lease agreement. A driver’s license and/or car registration can NOT be used for Proof of Residency.
Thanksgiving Donations
We are reaching out to community members once again for turkeys and dinner fixing items. We will be open FOR DONATION ONLY on Saturday, November 13, and Saturday, November 20, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Please do not feel the need to purchase a turkey until they are on sale at the grocery stores.
Please do not leave donated items at the Food Shelf unless we are open. Volunteers are at the Food Shelf beginning at 11 AM on Wednesdays preparing for the day. If you want to stop by between 11 AM and Noon, come to the side door if the large garage door is not open. Donations can be dropped off on Wednesdays anytime between 11 AM and when the Food Shelf closes at 6 PM.
PLEASE STAY SAFE AND WELL!
THANK YOU again from the Volunteers and Clients
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
Questions? Email info@colchesterfoodshelf.org
October 27: Grocery Pick-up and Thanksgiving Info
The Food Shelf will be open on Wednesday, October 27, from 12 Noon to 6 PM.
At this time, we ask that when visiting the Food Shelf, please wear a mask, even while waiting in your car. Volunteers are also wearing masks. We want to keep everyone safe, visitors and volunteers alike.
Interested in receiving a Thanksgiving turkey and fixings? Please make note of the following important dates:
- You must sign up prior to November 22 and you must be a current client of the Colchester Food Shelf.
- Hours to pick up a Thanksgiving turkey and fixings are:
- Monday, November 22 from 11 AM to 2 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM.
- Tuesday, November 23 from 10 AM to 1 PM.
Please bring your Proof of Residency when you visit the Food Shelf for the first time, if you have not been to the Food Shelf in 2021, or if you have been instructed to bring documentation during your last visit. Documentation should be a bill, such as a utility bill, insurance bill, etc., or a mortgage/lease agreement. A driver’s license and/or car registration can NOT be used for Proof of Residency.
Attention Donors: Please do not leave donated items at the Food Shelf unless we are open. Volunteers are at the Food Shelf beginning at 11 AM on Wednesdays preparing for the day. If you want to stop by between 11 AM and Noon, come to the side door if the large garage door is not open. Donations can be dropped off on Wednesdays anytime between 11 AM and when the Food Shelf closes at 6 PM.
A big thank you to all of our local gardeners for all their great produce throughout the summer! Everything was much appreciated!
PLEASE STAY SAFE AND WELL!
THANK YOU again from the Volunteers and Clients
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
Questions? Email info@colchesterfoodshelf.org
October 20: Grocery Pick-up and Winter Coats
The Food Shelf will be open on Wednesday, October 20, from 12 Noon to 6 PM.
At this time, we ask that when visiting the Food Shelf, please wear a mask. Volunteers are also wearing masks. We want to keep everyone safe, visitors and volunteers alike.
It’s Just a Matter of Time… Cold Weather Is Coming! Do You or a Family Member Need a Winter Coat?
For the next couple of weeks, there will be a rack of winter coats available for those who might need one or someone in their household could use. If a coat is something that you or your family member can use, please take a few minutes to check them out while we complete your groceries list.
Annual Proof of Residency Requirement
Please bring your Proof of Residency when you visit the Food Shelf for the first time, if you have not been to the Food Shelf in 2021, or if you have been instructed to bring documentation during your last visit. Documentation should be a bill, such as a utility bill, insurance bill, etc., or a mortgage/lease agreement. A driver’s license and/or car registration can NOT be used for Proof of Residency.
Have You Visited the CCFS Since August? If Not, Please Read This Section
We are in the third month of using a new procedure that will give you options with the regular grocery items as well as vegetables and fruits. You will be given a shopping list, a perishables list, a pencil, and a clipboard when you arrive. Please complete your choices on both lists. We will collect the lists and pack the items you have chosen. Our goal is that you will not wait much longer than you have waited in the past but please be patient as we continue to adapt to the new system along with you.
Please Leave Donated Items ONLY on Wednesdays 11 AM – 6 PM
Please do not leave donated items at the Food Shelf unless we are open. Volunteers are at the Food Shelf beginning at 11 AM on Wednesdays preparing for the day. If you want to stop by between 11 AM and Noon, come to the side door if the large garage door is not open.
Thank You to Our Local Home Gardeners!
A big thank you to all of our local gardeners for all their great produce throughout the summer! Everything was much appreciated!
PLEASE STAY SAFE AND WELL!
THANK YOU again from the Volunteers and Clients
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
Questions? Email info@colchesterfoodshelf.org