Food Needs and Donation Links

The Shandaken Food Panty is providing food delivery to people who are at high risk for the COVID-19 virus. See the information below (click image to make it larger and easier to read) to find out where to call if you need food delivery. If you are well and can pick up your food the food pantry will be open from 10-12 at the Methodist Church in Phoenicia on Thursday. Everyone will be maintaining a safe distance but you can pick up supplies there.

Many local restaurants are offering takeout services. I know the Phoenicia Diner, The Peekamoose and Brio's are among them. The Emerson also has takeout services for breakfast Thursday - Monday. Call them to ask about ordering and payment. The Phoenicia Supermarket is providing free delivery to those at risk.

For those of you who are willing and able to donate to the Food Pantry you can go to the Town of Shandaken donate page on PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=5IPj9eCw5zXYZALMyQjIUBMrWgmIOB9CywsLWjEZNXw2KCOExg1IfGXLKcLWQI96MmvxKm&country.x=US&locale.x=US
There is great need so anything you can give would be much appreciated.

Lastly, although this doesn't have anything to do with food, I wanted you all to know that my internet service here at the end of the valley has been wonky. I tried to post yesterday when service suddenly disconnected and I lost my post. I was also unable to answer emails for a while. So please be patient with me. I am trying my best to get information posted but sometimes the great gods of the internet  shut me down.

Reservoir Food Pantry

For those in our community in need here is some good information.

RESERVOIR FOOD PANTRY OFFERING FREE FOOD IN BOICEVILLE 

 

Contact: 

Bonnie Lykes, secretary, 845-750-0791

reservoirfoodpantry@gmail.com

http://www.reservoirfoodpantry.org/

https://www.facebook.com/reservoirfoodpantry

After months of delivering to homebound clients in the greater town of Olive - the Reservoir Food Pantry now has an actual place to distribute free, healthy, fresh food to the community!  We will have lots of greens and veggies, canned and dry goods, and artisan bread.  We will be set up in Boiceville, Monday, 3/31, between 2-4pm, on Route 28; look for our sign behind Robert's Auction next to the Water Treatment Plant.  We'll be set up outdoors on the grass -- so if you are in need of great food, please come by and visit us!

Support The Food Pantry

The Shandaken Food Pantry needs your support. Most of us enjoyed abundant food and drink this holiday season but there are many in the community who struggle. So I would urge anyone who can to donate to the food pantry and help your neighbors in need.

Located: Phoenicia United Methodist Church
Open: Thursdays 10am-12pm
Checks or non-perishable foods and personal items will be happily accepted at the Shandaken Town Clerk's office Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Call the Town Clerk at 688-5004 if you want information or have questions. Checks should be made out to "Shandaken Food Pantry". They can also be sent to: Key Bank 53 Main St, Phoenicia, NY 12464

Let's try to remember those less fortunate this holiday season!!

Fundrazr for Shandaken Food Pantry

There is a fund raising event going on for the Shandaken Food Pantry right now on Fundrazr. If you don't know what to get your friends or family members this holiday season why not make a donation in their name. It is the perfect gift for the man or woman who has everything. The food pantry does great work and right now the need is greatly outstripping their resources. So give as much as you can. And help them make a difference in our community

https://fundrazr.com/campaigns/fdSU4?psid=f69222fe36cc4d0f82fef0aa64340276&fb_ref=share__61twQ2

Reminder Turkey Trot This Weekend

Phoenicia Turkey Trot to benefit Shandaken Food Pantry

Phoenicia, New York is hosting the Second Annual Phoenicia Turkey Trot, Saturday, November 24^th, 9:00 a.m. The 2 mile run/walk will benefit the Shandaken Food Pantry, which was founded in the 1980s and feeds 35 local families each week. The race will wind through scenic Phoenicia. A free Tot Trot for kids five and under will precede the main race at 8:45 a.m.  Last year’s inaugural event boasted 300 runners.

The run is open to the entire community, elite and novice runners alike. Kick off this family fun event benefiting this worthy cause, and while you are at it, work off your Thanksgiving feast.
Registration is $10 for individuals or $20 per family. Groups are encouraged to run as well. Prizes will be awarded to the fastest female and male racers; and a special cash prize will be given to the team with the most runners.

Registration and sign in begins at 8:00am - 8:45am at the Parish Hall, Main Street, Phoenicia (across the street from St Francis de Sales Church).  We would additionally welcome a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Food Pantry.

To pre-register, visit www.runreg.com (search Phoenicia Turkey Trot) or contact Heather (845) 688-7064 or Patti (845) 254-4126 or via email at hrobertspt@gmail.com   Registration forms are also available in Phoenicia at the Phoenicia Library and the Phoenicia Supermarket, Ave Maria Drive; Tender Land Home, Mama’s Boy Market and the Nest Egg, Main Street.

Turkey Trot November 24th

This years annual Turkey Trot on  will be on Saturday, November 24^th, 9:00 a.m. The 2 mile run/walk will benefit the Shandaken Food Pantry.  Last year’s inaugural event boasted 300 runners.

The run is open to the entire community, elite and novice runners alike. Kick off this family fun event benefiting this worthy cause, and while you are at it, work off your Thanksgiving feast.
Registration is $10 for individuals or $20 per family. Groups are encouraged to run as well. Prizes will be awarded to the fastest female and male racers; and a special cash prize will be given to the team with the most runners.

To pre-register, visit www.runreg.com (search Phoenicia Turkey Trot) or contact Heather (845) 688-7064 or Patti (845) 254-4126 or via email at hrobertspt@gmail.com   VOLUNTEERS ARE WELCOME AS WELL.

Community Dinner

There will be a community dinner today at the Sportsmen's Alamo Cantina in Phoenicia. Dinner will be served from 1-4pm. All are welcome. I have been told that it is a "pay what you can" admission. All proceeds go to the local food pantry.

Helping Hands Benefit

The Helping Hands food pantry is having a BBQ fundraiser this coming Sunday June 26th. This is a wonderful organization that helps to feed a lot of folks in our area. Several WCA members volunteer with the group and asked me to pass along the details. The festivities will be held at the Phoenicia Black Bear Campground - Bridge Street, Phoenicia. Gates open at 3:30 and the event will be held rain or shine. The fundraiser will honor John and Olga Zirinsky. There will be a lot of music and fun!

Please RSVP by June 18th
Contribution with reservation $30.00
Tickets at the gate $35.00
Call 845-688-9825 or email: lblank@hvc.rr.com

Please Make Checks Payable to:
Helping Hands of NY
PO Box 546
Bridge Street
Phoenicia, NY
12464

Shandaken Food Pantry

Recently Elizabeth Holland Kern contacted me regarding putting something up on this blog regarding The Shandaken Food Pantry. Here is her message. I think it is important in these hard economic times to support efforts like this in our community. Below are details on how to donate to them or get food if you are in need.

"The Shandaken Food Pantry recently changed its schedule from every Thursday to only the last Thursday of the month, from 10am-12pm. I called Jane Todd, who runs the pantry, and she said its hours were cut due to diminishing funds and contributions. The pantry depends on $2000 per year from the Town Budget, several small fund-raising activities, cash contributions, and food donations. The number of people who visit the Pantry has grown from 7 or 8 people a week in Fall 2008 to 27 or 28 people a week in Fall 2009. Many of those people have families. Jane said “the need is outrageous; it's awful.” She hopes this will be a temporary cutback in services.

If you are in need, you qualify to use the Food Pantry. Jane said they ask about income, but don't require proof. Even people who have an income above poverty level at times qualify for short-term help because of illness in the family that may prevent someone from working.

If you wish to donate money, send a check made out to Shandaken Food Pantry to:
Shandaken Food Pantry
c/o Town Clerk
PO Box 67
Allaben, NY 12480

You can easily drop of a donation of food, etc., at the Methodist Church Hall in Phoenicia. On a Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday when the Thrift Shop is open, just go upstairs and leave your donation by the door at the back of the room. Jane suggested that in addition to food, you could donate items that are not covered by Food Stamps: toilet paper, paper towels, detergent, and personal hygene articles such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, and soap.

The Food Pantry is located in Phoenicia and it serves all residents of Shandaken.

- Elizabeth Holland Kern

Thanks Elizabeth for making us aware of this need!