The Peru Gazette

L-R Dawn Jakobetz, David Goodrich, Volunteer Pat Condon, Melissa Goodrich, Phyllis Clausen, Site Manager Geri Maliniak (seated), Rev. Alan Shnob.

By John T. Ryan

Peru – The friendly people who participate in the Clinton County Nutrition Program’s meals at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center are #37 in the Peru Gazette photo series of people who make Peru a wonderful place to live. This past Friday (Good Friday) Site Manager Geri Maliniak assisted by volunteer Pat Condon served delicious macaroni and cheese accompanied by a sauce, bread, beverage and a scrumptious peanut butter cookie. While the meal is prepared at the central kitchen in Plattsburgh, it tasted like home cooking at its best. About twelve local residents attended on Friday and seventeen more meals were being delivered to homebound seniors.  The welcome mat is always out to any senior who would like to attend.

Meals are served Monday through Friday at 11:45 AM. Monthly menus are published in the Senior Sentinel. The program is designed for seniors age 60 and above. A $3.00 donation is appropriate, though not required. Younger guests may attend but at a $8 rate. The laughter, fun and new friends are free of charge.

The menu for this week includes goulash with green beans; turkey patties with baked beans and a vegetable; tuna salad accompanied by a salad and lemon mousse; roast pork with gravy, mashed potatoes and apple crisp; and manicotti with fresh vegetables, bread and fresh fruit.

Call 518-420-4184 for information or to make a reservation.