Seacoast Community Lunch
About us
Since 2018, each week we partner with community organizations, local businesses, and individual volunteers to offer a free meal to anyone who wants one. Guests can expect to enjoy a nutritious meal, meet their neighbors, and participate in the vital community of Portsmouth.
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Held weekly at a common location
Seacoast Community Lunch is held every Wednesday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the lower level of the Middle Street Baptist Church in the heart of Portsmouth. The lunch is run completely by volunteers. Area businesses, churches, and the community at large work together to prepare and serve a meal and to clean up afterwards. Local students also participate which provides a valuable community service opportunity!
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Our background
Our lunch was initially inspired by the weekly Common Table lunch at St. John’s Episcopal
Church in Portsmouth. Common Table and Seacoast Community Lunch leaders continue to share ideas, encouragement, and support as both programs grow.
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