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Happy Sunday! 🍂 I hope everyone had a fantastic summer.Fall is officially upon us, and with winter fast approaching, tem...
10/11/2026

Happy Sunday! 🍂 I hope everyone had a fantastic summer.

Fall is officially upon us, and with winter fast approaching, temperatures dropping, and the cost of living continuing to rise, there’s no better time to start thinking about how we can show up for our neighbors this season. ❤️

From November through February, we will be coordinating volunteers to cook and/or deliver weekly meals to neighbors in the following communities:

📍 Oakfield / Smyrna
📍 Island Falls / Crystal
📍 Patten / Sherman

A few important notes for the 2026–2027 season:

• Roster referrals will be NEW this year and will initially be limited to 25 referrals per community.

• There is no formal screening process for referrals. We simply ask that, given the current economic climate, everyone be mindful and consider level of need when referring themselves or someone they know.

• As a reminder, there is no formal funding for this organization. Everything provided is made possible solely through the generosity of our friends, neighbors, and volunteers.

Because of that, we cannot guarantee a meal in every community every single week — but we will absolutely show up whenever volunteers and resources are available.

❤️ A personal note from Dominique:

I truly could not ask to be surrounded by a better community.

Last year, both our volunteers and our meal recipients brought so much joy, connection, and fellowship to my weeks. I am incredibly grateful — and so proud — to live among such kind, generous people.

And please know: if there is ever an unmet need that goes beyond meal delivery, do not hesitate to reach out. If I can help connect someone with resources, lend a hand, or simply help figure out the next step, I’m here.

🍲 To receive weekly meal deliveries:
If you or a loved one would like to be included for the 2026–2027 season, please send me a Facebook message, text, or email with:

• Recipient’s name
• Address
• Phone number
• Number of meals needed for the household

🙋‍♀️ To volunteer:
If you would like to cook, deliver, or both, please send me a message, text, or email with:

• Your name
• Cell phone number
• Whether you’d like to cook, deliver, or both
• Which community or communities you’re available to help with

Thank you, as always, for continuing to take care of one another. I’m so excited to see what we can do together this winter. ❤️

📧 [email protected]
📱 336-932-5195 (text only)

☀️ What a BEAUTIFUL day here in Northern Maine, and our volunteers have been hard at work bringing fresh meals, kindness...
05/17/2026

☀️ What a BEAUTIFUL day here in Northern Maine, and our volunteers have been hard at work bringing fresh meals, kindness, and community connection to neighbors across the region! 🌲

📍 Oakfield/Smyrna
Dee has been busy in the kitchen serving up a delicious pasta dish with veggies and dessert 🍝🥗🍰 and Mary is out delivering meals! 🚗💨
Both Dee and Mary have been repeat volunteers and true pillars of kindness in their community. Thank you both for continuing to show up for your neighbors week after week. 💕

📍 Island Falls/Crystal
Dominique and Shawn spent the day cooking up some classic summer favorites — baked beans, potato salad, and hot dogs 🌭🫘🥔 while Becky made sure everyone had cookies for dessert 🍪
Linda B. is delivering meals to our 04747 neighbors today, along with helpful literature from the Aroostook Agency on Aging provided by Ashlee 📚💙
Community support comes in so many forms, and today was a perfect example of that.

📍 Patten/Sherman
Tasha cooked up a delicious BBQ chicken meal with loaded rotini salad and dessert 🍗🥗🍰 — the absolute picture of summer on this gorgeous Maine weekend ☀️
Ann and Jill are out delivering to our Patten/Sherman neighbors, and I just want to give a special thank you to these ladies for their time and flexibility. They’ve volunteered multiple times in multiple communities, and are such a wonderful reminder that kindness doesn’t stop at a zip code line. 💚

We appreciate every cook, driver, donor, and supporter who helps make these deliveries possible. Small acts of kindness truly ripple through our North Woods communities. 🌲❤️

🍽️💛 Last weekend, Tasha and Ruth teamed up to provide our Island Falls/Crystal crew with a delicious fresh meal, while A...
05/17/2026

🍽️💛 Last weekend, Tasha and Ruth teamed up to provide our Island Falls/Crystal crew with a delicious fresh meal, while Alisa cooked for our Patten/Sherman neighbors and Bridgit helped deliver! 🚗🥘

Thank you, ladies, for taking the time to care for our communities and neighbors. Your kindness makes such a difference. 🫶🌲☀️

We also have a FULL day of meal deliveries happening in all communities today! 🙌🍲 Stay tuned for updates! 🚗💨🌷🌿

Happy Saturday!As we welcome spring and look ahead to another beautiful summer here in northern Maine 🌲☀️, our regular w...
05/02/2026

Happy Saturday!

As we welcome spring and look ahead to another beautiful summer here in northern Maine 🌲☀️, our regular weekly meal deliveries will begin to wind down for the season.

With warmer weather comes a few good things—easier access to resources, less demand for heating oil, and a chance for our volunteers to enjoy some well-deserved time with their families. You’ve all given so much these past months, and it truly shows in the impact we’ve made together.

That said—this is not a full stop.

If any individual, family, or group feels called to put together a Sunday delivery at any point, I am always happy to coordinate and support that effort. Just reach out 🤍

And as always, please keep me in the loop on any critical or special outreach needs—we will continue to show up where it matters most.

👇 See below for our May meal schedule!

Thank you all for being the heart of this community. 🌲

04/30/2026

May spots are starting to fill up! Let us know if you want in on the fun! Still plenty of opportunities to help 🌺

Alright Northern Maine… let’s settle it 👀Red hot dogs 🌭 or lobster rolls 🦞Moxie 🟠 or Allen’s coffee brandy ☕🥃Craig’s Cla...
04/29/2026

Alright Northern Maine… let’s settle it 👀

Red hot dogs 🌭 or lobster rolls 🦞
Moxie 🟠 or Allen’s coffee brandy ☕🥃
Craig’s Clam Shop 🦞 or Mill Pond Dairy Bar 🍦

Drop your picks below 👇 (no skipping!)
Show some local love!

04/29/2026

May sign-ups are open 🌿
If you’ve been thinking about helping out, this is a great time to jump in—no commitment, just pick a day that works for you. Even one meal or one delivery makes a real difference 💛

COOK/DRIVER

May sign ups 🌺

📅 May 3rd

Island Falls/Crystal — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

Oakfield/Smyrna — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

Patten/Sherman — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

📅 May 10th

Island Falls/Crystal — ✅ Tasha ✅ Ruth

Oakfield/Smyrna — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

Patten/Sherman — ✅ Alisa ✅ Bridgit

📅 May 17th

IF/Crystal —✅ Dominique/Becky ✅ Linda B

Oakfield/Smyrna — ✅ Dee ✅ Mary

Patten/Sherman — ✅ Tasha ✅ Ann/Jill

📅 May 24th

Island Falls/Crystal — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

Oakfield/Smyrna — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

Patten/Sherman — ✅ Sheena ✅ Bridgit

📅 May 31st

Island Falls/Crystal —

Oakfield/Smyrna — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

Patten/Sherman — ⬜ Cook ⬜ Driver

Absolutely any help is appreciated!

🌲☀️ With the warmer weather finally here, it feels like everything is starting to come back to life—including our abilit...
04/28/2026

🌲☀️ With the warmer weather finally here, it feels like everything is starting to come back to life—including our ability to get out, connect, and support one another a little more easily.

North Woods Neighbors–Community Outreach is always looking for a few extra hands, and this is honestly one of the nicest times of year to jump in. Roads are clearer, days are longer, and deliveries feel a lot less stressful than they do in the middle of winter.

If you’ve ever thought about helping out, this is your sign—but truly, no pressure at all. There’s no long-term commitment, no set schedule, and no expectations beyond what you’re able (and comfortable) to give. Some people cook, some deliver, some just help here and there when it fits into their week.

What matters most is that our neighbors continue to receive a check in from a friendly face and feel remembered—and every single person who helps makes that possible.

If you’re curious, even just a little, reach out or keep an eye on upcoming posts. We’d love to have you join in, in whatever way works for you 🤍

North Woods Neighbors–Community Outreach Update 🌲 Last weekend, Tasha and Linda teamed up to serve our Island Falls / Cr...
04/28/2026

North Woods Neighbors–Community Outreach Update 🌲

Last weekend, Tasha and Linda teamed up to serve our Island Falls / Crystal neighbors!

🍝 Menu: Baked ziti + poodle cookies
👩‍🍳 Cook: Tasha
🚗 Delivery: Linda
📦 Meals Delivered: 34

Tasha cooked up a delicious baked ziti, paired with sweet poodle cookies for dessert 🐾🍪 and Linda provided her expert delivery—finally with some beautiful weather on her side! ☀️

Thank you both for showing up for your neighbors—we’re so grateful for you! 💛

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04747

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