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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

Queens Library-East Elmhurst

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Queens Public Library hosts a free Summer Meals program in partnership with New York City Public Schools, providing ready-to-eat lunches on-site at the East Elmhurst branch. The meals are open to all children and teens eighteen years old and younger, with no enrollment, identification, or paperwork required. Kids can grab a meal and enjoy it at the library each weekday during the program window.

  • Requirements

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

  • Offerings

    • Prepared Meals

Schedule

  • Today

    1:00 pm–2:00 pm

  • Next Monday

    1:00 pm–2:00 pm

  • Next Tuesday

    1:00 pm–2:00 pm

  • 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

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

Map of Queens Library-East Elmhurst

Location

95-06 Astoria Boulevard

East Elmhurst, NY 11369

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Contact

(718) 707-4383(Mon–Fri 8am–5pm)

https://www.queenslibrary.org/programs-activities/kids/summer-meals

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Queens Library-East Elmhurst, at 1:00 PM in 10 hours. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Queens Library-East Elmhurst 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 Queens Library-East Elmhurst during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Soup kitchens like Queens Library-East Elmhurst 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 Queens Library-East Elmhurst open today?

Queens Library-East Elmhurst is open today 1:00 PM-2:00 PM!

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. Queens Library-East Elmhurst is located at 95-06 Astoria 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.