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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

Queens Library-Poppenhusen

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Queens Library Poppenhusen Branch partners with NYC Public Schools to host the city's Free Summer Meals Program, providing free lunches to children and teens during the summer. The branch is one of nearly fifty Queens Public Library locations distributing free, ready-to-eat meals through the federal Summer Food Service Program to help families when school is out. Vegetarian options are served at all meal sites, with halal options available at select locations. Kids can walk in during meal service without paperwork or an ID and enjoy a free lunch. Queens Public Library's Summer Meals also runs alongside 'Summer at the Library' programming that includes reading and family activities.

  • Requirements

    • All children under 18 are eligible
    • 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 Queens Library-Poppenhusen

Location

121-23 14th Avenue

College Point, NY 11356

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Contact

(718) 707-4383

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-Poppenhusen, at 1:00 PM tomorrow. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Queens Library-Poppenhusen requires: All children under 18 are eligible, 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-Poppenhusen during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Soup kitchens like Queens Library-Poppenhusen 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-Poppenhusen open today?

Queens Library-Poppenhusen 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. Queens Library-Poppenhusen is located at 121-23 14th Avenue!

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.