Community Table Brings Food, Fellowship, and Hope to Elk River

Community Table Brings Food, Fellowship, and Hope to Elk River

This Sunday, September 28, neighbors in Elk River will once again gather around the table—not just for a meal, but for connection. Community Table, a local nonprofit committed to addressing food insecurity and social isolation, will serve a free community dinner at the Elk River American Legion, Post 112 (525 Railroad Drive NW, Elk River, MN). The event runs from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., or until the food runs out, and is open to everyone. Guests may choose to dine in and enjoy fellowship or take a meal to go.

More Than Just a Meal

While the event provides a nutritious, no-cost dinner, Community Table’s mission reaches far beyond filling plates. The organization was founded on the belief that “neighbors serving neighbors” is one of the most powerful antidotes to loneliness, depression, and the daily stresses of life.

By creating a consistent, welcoming space, Community Table seeks to:

• Build Relationships: Encourage residents to reconnect, share stories, and form new friendships.
• Strengthen Community: Empower both those serving and those being served to grow together, fostering healthier families and stronger support networks.
• Provide Respite: Offer families a night off from cooking, easing the burdens of food insecurity and daily stress.

Organizers often describe the impact in simple but profound terms: no intervention heals and uplifts the soul quite like sharing food, service, and love with one another.

A Regular Tradition in Elk River

Community Table’s free meal is typically held on the fourth Sunday of each month (with some exceptions, such as December). Over time, these gatherings have become a valued fixture in Elk River, serving hundreds of meals while cultivating community bonds.

The American Legion generously hosts the event, and each dinner relies on a network of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. Volunteers arrive early to prepare and serve meals, while local contributions help sustain the nonprofit’s mission of ensuring no neighbor goes without food or fellowship.

Event Details

• What: Free Community Table Meal
• When: Sunday, 4:00–6:00 p.m. (or while supplies last)
• Where: Elk River American Legion, Post 112, 525 Railroad Dr NW, Elk River, MN 55330
• Cost: Free, donations welcome

Whether you’re stopping in for a hot meal, picking up dinner for the family, or volunteering your time, Community Table’s Sunday meal is more than just an event—it’s a reminder of the power of community.

For more information on volunteering or supporting Community Table, visit their official website or social media pages.

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