St. Ignatius Seniors: Tips on reducing food waste

One third of all food in the U.S. goes uneaten. Reducing food waste saves money and helps the environment.

The US has a goal to reduce food waste to 50% by the year 2030. We can help in this venture by doing the following: plan your menu and write a grocery list before shopping. Check the pantry and refrigerator for items you may already have. When at the store, buy only what you need and stick to your shopping list.

Ask for smaller portions when eating out and ask for a container to take home what you cannot eat. (From USDA and EPA websites)

Our next bingo game is 2 p.m. Sept. 12.

Everyone is welcome at our meals (young and old). Come enjoy a delicious meal and good conversation. If you want a take-out meal, please call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday and by 2 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday; lunch is served at noon Tuesday and Friday and 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Menus for the month are available in the entryway.

The main dishes for the upcoming week include hamburger gravy with rice, Friday, Aug. 21; salmon patties and mac ‘n cheese, Tuesday, Aug. 25; and turkey casserole with green beans, Friday, Aug. 28. Milk is available at all meals.

Our senior center is available for rent; call for information. If you have questions about obtaining Elder Commodities, call or stop by for information and an application.

Gentle yoga is 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and costs $5 per week. Bring your own mat.