St. Ignatius Seniors: Steps to prevent food waste

In the U.S., 40% of the food supply goes uneaten. It wastes vital resources – water, land and labor, and is the single largest component in U.S. landfills, where it generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

Steps to prevent food waste:

• Plan ahead – before going to the grocery store, make a list so you don’t buy more than you need, and do not veer from that list;

• Serve smart – portion control reduces plate waste and is also good for the waistline; • Love leftovers – portion out leftovers in small containers, mark the contents and date, then refrigerate and use within 3-4 days or freeze immediately;

• Compost, don’t trash – food scraps (except for meat) can be recycled into compost, which can be added to the soil to help plants grow. (From usda.gov website)

The center hosts bingo at 2 p.m. June 13. Gentle Yoga is Wednesdays at 1 p.m. ($5); bring your own mat.

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 turkey soup, Friday, June 5; pork stir fry with vegetables, Tuesday, June 9; and fish tacos, Friday, June 13. 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.