Food Pantry

The Food Pantry at the Congregational Church has been generously supported by friends and neighbors in the area.  We want to be sure that those who would benefit from our pantry receive what they need.  Please encourage people who might need access to non-perishable food items to reach out to us. Some funds are available in the form of grocery gift cards which can be used to purchase bread, milk, eggs and non-perishable items. In addition, we are in touch with individuals who would be willing to pick up and deliver groceries. For assistance, contact the person who you are most comfortable with: Karen Burnham 860-208-6013; Lisa Grady 860-428-9565; Allen Cahill  860-942-9542; Pastor Jinny Smanik 860-490-9730.

Community Garden

Because of a possible food shortage this summer, and beyond, Main Street resident Mark Benard has offered the use of the large field behind his home for a community garden. We are offering individual garden plots and also a plot to benefit Hampton seniors.

Individual gardens: Those with an individual garden are responsible to tend their own gardens. The gardens will be marked out into approximately 20′ by 30′ sections. If you are interested in a garden plot of your own, see contact details below.

Hampton Seniors’ garden: This will be a community project; the produce raised will go to Hampton seniors or local food banks. We will be planting sweet corn, green beans, and potatoes in this garden. Volunteer help to plant, weed, and harvest will be appreciated. Contact me if you are interested in helping with this garden. I will also be posting on “Nextdoor Neighbor” about when the garden will be ready to plant. After this garden is planted, feel free to stop in to weed or hoe at your convenience.

For questions, please contact Vernon King at 860-753-2200.