2015 Picnics in the Park

The second season of Picnics in the Park, the Vashon Maury Community Food Bank’s newest program, designed to provide free lunch and activities to Vashon’s kids and teens, starts on Monday, June 22, and will run, five days a week, through August 28.  

Emily Scott, Manager of the Food Bank’s Volunteer Program, says, “The program was a big hit last year, so we’re really looking forward to building on those successes.  We’ve got new staff on board who will bring a fresh perspective and plenty of enthusiastic veteran Volunteers who will maintain the program’s continuity. “

In keeping with the Food Bank’s mission to provide food, food education programs and related services to anyone in need, Picnics in the Park was designed to relieve some of the financial burden on income strapped families and to help Vashon’s kids stay healthy and active over the summer months.  

Food Bank Volunteers prepare lunches in the Presbyterian Church kitchen from 10-11:30am and lunches are distributed in Ober Park from noon-1pm.  Lunch is followed by activities that range from book readings, to balloon relays and origami lessons.  The program is open to all Vashon kids and teens.  Parents wishing to leave a “tip” are welcome to do so.  It’s sure to be a wonderful summer!