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Community Connections Lunch

Love Columbia
2025-04-17 12:00:00 2025-04-17 13:30:00 America/Chicago Community Connections Lunch Enjoy a free lunch at the library while connecting with Love Columbia which offers resources for housing, food and other needs. This event is designed for anyone who could use a little extra support or is exploring services to help them through a tough time. All are welcome to learn and share in a friendly setting. Adults. Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Thursday, April 17
Noon-1:30 p.m.

Add to Calendar 2025-04-17 12:00:00 2025-04-17 13:30:00 America/Chicago Community Connections Lunch Enjoy a free lunch at the library while connecting with Love Columbia which offers resources for housing, food and other needs. This event is designed for anyone who could use a little extra support or is exploring services to help them through a tough time. All are welcome to learn and share in a friendly setting. Adults. Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Enjoy a free lunch at the library while connecting with Love Columbia which offers resources for housing, food and other needs. This event is designed for anyone who could use a little extra support or is exploring services to help them through a tough time. All are welcome to learn and share in a friendly setting. Adults.

The library invites you to enjoy a free lunch while connecting with resources available in our community. Staff from Love Columbia will be on hand to share information about housing, food programs, healthcare and other services for anyone who may be navigating challenges or seeking extra support.

This event is especially helpful for those facing homelessness, housing instability or needing connections to services that can make life a little easier. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a warm meal, meet supportive people and explore resources in a relaxed and welcoming space.

Adults.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness | General |

TAGS: | Co-sponsored |

Columbia Public Library
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Fri, Apr 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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