Neighborhood House Community Cafes Kickoff Thursday October 15

For years, the Neighborhood House's Community Cafe has been a highlight of Thursdays, as residents have been able to gather for a great meal and a little community conversation the 1st and 3rd Thursday in the fall, winter and spring.

Community Cafe Crew Photo Chris Popper

The Community Cafe  will be open on the first and third Thursday of each month, October 15th through April 15th.  Recognizing the fact that some will prefer the take away option, organizers are pleased to offer that option too! This year, in addition to the sit-down and takeout lunches, thanks to some volunteers, the Neighborhood House has the ability to deliver within Northeast Harbor to shut-ins, and those unable to join in person. If you know of anyone in Northeast Harbor who might benefit from this, please contact the  Neighborhood House at 207-276-5039

This year the suggested donation remains $10 per person, and seniors are invited to join “on the house.” Lunch is served from 11:30 to 1 p.m, or sooner, if all the food is gone!

There will be a limited number of vegetarian and gluten free meals available upon request.

The first lunch on October 15th will be a lunch in Memory of Les Foss and will feature Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap, Homemade Pickle, Chips and Desser..

Like last year, WDEA will be broadcasting from select lunches 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Here's the Menus and Dates for the 2026-27 Community Cafes.

• October 15 - Lunch in Memory of Les Foss - Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap, Homemade Pickle, Chips and Desser
• November 5 - Pulled Pork Sandwich, Coleslaw, Chips and Dessert sponsored by Coastal Maine General Contracting, LandVest and Swallowfield
• November 19 - Baked Ziti with Garlic Bread, Broccoli Salad and Dessert sponsored by Bar Harbor Historical Society, Swan Agenecy/Portside Real Estate Group - North East Harbor Office, Mt. Desert Land and Garden Preserve
• December 3 - Ribs with Cornbread, Baked Beans and Dessert sponsored by Bartlett Tree Experts, Wright-Ryan, and Herrick & Salsbury
• December 17 - Chicken Broccoli Alfredo, Garlic Breadstick, Kale Salad and Dessert sponsored by AB & JR Hodgkins, Edward Jones - Elise Frank and The Salt Market
• January 7 - Meatloaf, Mac 'N Cheese, Green Beans and Dessert sponsored by The Kimball Shop, Mount Desert 365 and Birch Bay Village
• January 21 - Chicken Parmesan over pasta, Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad and Dessert sponsored by MCM Electric, Sawyer's Specialties and Island Housing Trust
• February 4 - Meatball Sub Sandwich with Coleslaw, Chip and Dessert sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, Chris Parsons Building & Remodeling, Mt. Desert Police Association
• February 18 - American Chop Suey, Garlic Breadstick, Caesar Salad and Dessert sponsored by First National Bank, Maine Seacoast Mission and Legacy Propeties.
• March 4 - "Blue Plate Special" Mashed Potato Bowl with Crispy Chicken and Gravy, Cucumber Salad and Dessert sponsored by The Knowles Company, Lisa Hall Jewelry and Acadia Painting
• April 1 - Maine Italian Subs with Homemade Pickles, Coleslaw, Chips and Desser sponsored by WMH Architects, Floret and Mt. Desert Campground
• April 15 - "Spring Picnic" Themed Menu sponsored by The Dwyer and James Families

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