Fall brings changes of lifestyle - and of menus.
The summer days of barbecues and long, tall drinks are done for now as we move inside to enjoy thick, warm soups and stews. Once again, sponsored by The Caring Circle, The Community Lunches are set to resume at the Legion beginning Tuesday, Oct. 10.
The lunches are provided on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, beginning at 11:30 am and ending at 1 pm. That means there will be a lunch on Oct. 10; Oct. 24; Nov. 14; Nov. 28, and a special Christmas Lunch on Dec. 12. Head soup maker, Millie Hogan, with help from her Mum, Cheryl, create delicious soups with bread, dessert, tea and coffee all for $10. Simply the best deal in town.
The lunches are aimed at the elders in our community, providing a chance for people to visit with one another, enjoy an affordable meal and meet some new friends. The meals started a few years ago as a collaboration between Caring Circle and SKY (Seniors Keeping Young).
Caring Circle, SKY, Bowen Island Legion, Snug Cove House, and Bowen Island United Church take turns hosting the lunches and providing volunteers. For the first lunch on Oct. 10, your hosts will be the good people of the Legion. The program has also received support from the Municipality and the Knick Knack Nook.
Our winters here can be long, dark and somewhat isolating for some of our seniors. These lunch times are excellent opportunities to break the spell of loneliness and to gather in Community. Although the original design was for Seniors on Bowen, of course - all are welcome yet the program is offered for adults only.
Please join us as we begin our new season of soup slurping! With huge thanks to Mille and Cheryl, and the many volunteers, I see many full and happy tummies in the future.
