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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

Brooklyn Public Library - Stone

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Brooklyn Public Library's Stone Avenue branch hosts the federally funded Summer Food Service Program, serving free ready-to-eat lunches to children and teens in a welcoming library setting. The historic Brownsville branch — believed to be the first library in the world devoted exclusively to serving children — pairs meals with engaging follow-up activities, giving families a friendly place to enjoy a nutritious meal and connect with neighborhood resources.

  • Requirements

    • Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger

  • Offerings

    • Prepared Meals

Schedule

  • Tomorrow

    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

  • This Tuesday

    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

  • This Wednesday

    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

  • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Map of Brooklyn Public Library - Stone

Location

581 Mother Gaston Boulevard

Brownsville, NY 11212

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Contact

(718) 485-8347

https://www.bklynlibrary.org/locations/stone-avenue

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Brooklyn Public Library - Stone, at 1:00 PM tomorrow. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Brooklyn Public Library - Stone requires: Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are usually reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we can help you find options in your area.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

No appointment needed! Just show up to Brooklyn Public Library - Stone during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Soup kitchens like Brooklyn Public Library - Stone offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is Brooklyn Public Library - Stone open today?

Brooklyn Public Library - Stone is not open today! If you don’t see anything else open today, please let us know and we can search for additional options.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. Brooklyn Public Library - Stone is located at 581 Mother Gaston Boulevard!

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the "Remind me" bell above to get a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food near you, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.