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MESH Report March 26, 2024

by Lynne Kurzweil

Celebrity Chef Joan Zief was at the helm this past Tuesday, ably assisted by a stellar crew of helpers including regular volunteers Lynne Kurzweil, Susan Rosenblatt, Carole Rothman and first time MESH volunteer, Linda Wieseneck.

The task was made even easier with the addition of Shomrei Teens Olyvia and Eva who jumped in to help with packing up those 50 meals.

Our MESH guests were treated to BBQ Chicken drumsticks (there was a sale at Costco so each meal included 3!), Sweet Potato Fries, Ketchup, Cole Slaw, a roll, banana, 2 Hamantaschen, breakfast bar and a water bottle. Lynne and Susan brought the meal bags to The Office where Patricia greeted us with open arms of thanks.

Last week, Olyvia and Eva volunteered at MESH where they helped out in the MESH Store. They plan to go back on a regular basis.

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About MESH:

The Carol Starr MESH Cafe at Shomrei (Montclair Emergency Services for Hope) is a cooperative effort between the MESH organization and local synagogues and churches.

Volunteer at Shomrei
Shomrei provides 50 meals to MESH on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. We need volunteers to help prepare and pack the food.
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Volunteer at the MESH Site
Volunteers are also welcome to help serve food 6 nights a week, Monday through Saturday, 4:30-6:30 pm at the MESH site, 619 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair.
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Monetary Donations
If you can’t help in-person, please consider a donation to help fund this important service.
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Questions? Contact Lynne or Aileen:

  • Lynne Kurzweil

    Lynne is a long-time Shomrei Congregant. She is co-chair of Shomrei's MESH Cafe (Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless) which provides a hot dinner and respite for homeless individuals every Tuesday night. She is a registered dietitian and lives in Montclair with her husband, Lanny.

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