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Riverside III Family Restaurant: Tuesday Specials

Tuesday Specials @ Riverside 3 Family Restaurant

Taco Salad, Steak Fajita Wrap, Chicken Fajita Wrap

Soup of the Day: Bacon Cheeseburger or Veggie

Sip & Share

Come in and enjoy a cup of coffee or juice and explore what the Recovery Center has to offer. 

Get to know others that are here and staff.

Hatha Style Yoga - All Levels

Wellness Toolbox

Learn how self-care has a key role in your mental and physical wellness, also includes the self-care with wellness in mind. 

Songs and Stories with Sara

Join Childrens Librarian Sara Martindale for stories, songs, and rhymes! This Storytime is aimed at children ages 0-3 with a caregiver, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun!

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the Library at the front desk number listed below.

For all other questions, contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, Ext. 1.

Recovery Cafe

Open time to explore resources, get help applying for a variety of program such as insurance, food assistance, and many more state based and local resources of help in the area.  

Free Meal

Fairfield Resource & Recovery Center

301 W. Burlington Ave.

Lunch is provided free of charge Monday-Friday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.

Movie & Snack

Come and Enjoy a movie in a group setting.  All movies have a message that can relate to mental health in one way or another

At the end of the movie we will have a discussion of the movie, (What lessons did the main character(s) learn?  What was the movies main message?  What/how did the movie make you feel? did you connect with any of the moments in the movie, how?)

Shut Up & Write

Shut Up and Write is a chance for writers to sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. 

All writers and all experience levels are welcome, and dont worry, no one will see what you've written. This hour is about getting your writing done.

WHAT TO EXPECT

3:30 PM: Quick intros
3:45 PM-4:45 PM: Write for 1 hr.
4:45 PM-5:00 PM: Clean up and Farewells (until next Tuesday!)

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

Bring your paper, pens, or laptop (whatever helps you write best). Headphones are optional but recommended. 

This event is co-sponsored by Fairfield Public Library and the Maharishi International Writing Center.  

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the library at 641-472-6551 Ext. 1.

Tai Chi

Riverside III Family Restaurant: Wednesday Specials

Wednesday Specials @ Riverside 3 Family Restaurant

Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce, Alfredo, Alfredo Primavera, Chicken Parm

Soup of the Day: Broccoli or Veggie

Job Readiness / Skills

Assistance with resumes, job searches and skills evaluation

Toddler Connect and Play

Date & Time: Wednesdays 10:15-11:30 AM
Location: FPL Meeting Room

Come to the library to connect and play with your toddlers! Free play time with climbing toys, sensory play, and coloring set up in the meeting room.

Recovery Cafe

Open time to explore resources, get help applying for a variety of program such as insurance, food assistance, and many more state based and local resources of help in the area.  

Celebrate Extension Week - Mac's 2 Pizza Food Truck

Help us celebrate Extension Week on Wednesday, April 9 from 11 AM- 2 PM.

Stop by our office and enjoy Mac's 2 Pizza from their food truck.

They will have a $10 meal deal- 2 slices of greek style pizza and a drink.

Stop in our office to learn more about our programs, meet our staff, and sign-up for a giveaway.

Free Meal

Fairfield Resource & Recovery Center

301 W. Burlington Ave.

Lunch is provided free of charge Monday-Friday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.

Veggie Prep: Volunteer Opportunity

Help prep veggies for this weeks Stone Soup Community Kitchen

Volunteer Shifts

• Wednesdays: 1-3:30PM
• Thursdays: 5-9PM
• Fridays: 5-9PM
• Saturdays: 5-9PM

Anyone over 14 is welcome to volunteer on their own, 10-13 year olds will need a parent present

What to Expect as a Volunteer

• Flexible Roles: Whether you prefer cooking, serving, or cleaning, we have a spot for you
• Inclusive Environment: All ability levels are welcome – no prior experience necessary.
• Community Impact: Help provide nutritious meals to those in need while reducing food waste.
• Learning Opportunity: Gain kitchen skills and connect with diverse community members.

Why Volunteer With Us?

By joining our kitchen, you're not just preparing meals – you're strengthening our community, one plate at a time. Here's how your contribution makes a difference:

• You'll help create delicious, plant-based meals for all, regardless of their ability to pay.
• Your efforts support our mission to reduce food waste by working with local food systems.
• You'll be part of a welcoming space where community members from all walks of life come together.

We need your help! Our kitchen runs best with 6 volunteers per shift, but often we're operating with just our kitchen director and a few helpers. Whether you can volunteer once a month or make it a weekly habit, your time is invaluable to us. Regular volunteers are especially appreciated as they help us maintain consistent operations.

Ready to make a difference? Sign up HERE and become part of our Stone Soup story!

Can't volunteer?  You can still support the cause with your donation.  Donate HERE.  Donations are tax deductible!

Understanding Your Grief

Peer to Peer Support

Join us in one of our support groups to join with others who are going through the same thing

Intro to Self-Care

Come in and sit back, relax and enjoy learning about the advantages of self-care and what self-care is all about

Preschool Storytime

Join Youth Librarian Sara Martindale stories, songs, games and crafts during the Wednesday afternoon Preschool Storytime. This Storytime is aimed at children ages 2-5 with a caregiver, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun!

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event or have questions, please contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, Ext. 2.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous

Wednesday, March 5th

Food Addiction Group.

Discuss the 12 steps as a spiritual solution to food craving, dieting, bulimia, or obsession with exercise.

Wednesdays, 6–7:30 p.m.

Fairfield First United Methodist Church, Fairfield.

FoodAddicts.org

Free.