[From the Summer/Fall 2012 issue of Green & Healthy Maine]
Many southern to midcoast-area churches in Maine dish out a heap of food and hospitality at their down-home, public bean “suppahs.” But some churches hold other savory food events, such as turkey, roast beef and lobster suppers! The following list highlights many such public suppers, a number of which are held throughout the summer and into leaf-peeping season. We couldn’t include them all, so check with local newspapers, ask around and be on the lookout for road-side signs announcing upcoming supper events. Call ahead to confirm dates and times.
BELFAST
Belfast United Methodist Church (supper type varies monthly). First Sat of the month, Apr-Nov, 5pm, $8. 23 Mill Lane, Belfast 207-338-5575 www.belfastumc.org
BRUNSWICK
First Parish Church (bean & spaghetti supper). Fourth Sat in Sep, Oct, Nov, Jan, Mar & Apr, 5-6:30pm, $7. 9 Cleaveland Street, Brunswick 207-729-7331 www.firstparish.net
CAMDEN
John Street United Methodist Church. First Sat of every month, 5pm, $7. 98 John Street, Camden 207-236-4829 jsumc@midcoast.com
CAPE ELIZABETH
Cape Elizabeth United Methodist Church. First Sat of the month (Sep-May), 4:30-6pm, $7.50. *Special Maine-grown Harvest Supper: Oct 8. 280 Ocean House Road, Cape Elizabeth 207-799-8396 www.ceumc.org
EDGECOMB
Edgecomb United Church of Christ. 6/16, 7/21, 9/15 & 10/20, 5-6:30pm, $7. Lobster dinner; 8/18 (price TBA – reservations suggested). 15 Cross Point Road, Edgecomb 207-882-4060 www.edgecombchurch.org
ELIOT
Eliot United Methodist Church (roast turkey supper), Sat, Oct 20, 4-6pm, $9. 238 Harold L. Dow Highway, Eliot 207-439-6593 www.eliotumc.com
FALMOUTH
Falmouth Baptist Church. Last Sat of every month (except Nov & Dec), 5-6pm, $7. 18 Mountain Road, Falmouth 207-797-4066 www.abcfalmouth.org
FREEPORT
First Parish Church. Second Sat of every month, 5-6pm. 40 Main Street, Freeport, 207-865-6022 www.freeportucc.org
KENNEBUNK
Christ Church in Kennebunk. Fifth Sat of the month (quarterly), 5-7pm, $5-$8. 6 Dane Street, Kennebunk, 207-985-4494 www.christchurchkennebunk.org
PORTLAND
Stevens Avenue Congregational Church (roast beef supper). Fourth Sat of every month (except Dec), 4:30-6:30pm, $9. 790 Stevens Avenue, Portland 207-797-4573 www.saccucc.blogspot.com
ROCKLAND
Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Last Sat of the month, Mar-Oct, 5pm, $3-$7.50. 15 Wesley Lane, Rockland 207-596-5715 www.aldersgaterock.com
Rockland Congregational Church. Last Mon of every month, 5:30pm, $7. 180 Limerock Street, Rockland 207-594-8656 www.rocklandcongregationalchurch.org
SACO
Corner Stone United Methodist Church (roast beef supper). First Sat of the month, May-Nov, 5-6:30pm, $9. 20 Jenkins Road, Saco 207-286-9829 www.gbgm-umc.org/cornerstonechurch
North Saco Congregational Church. Fourth Sat of the month, four times per year, 4:30-6:30pm, $7. Rocky Hill Road, Saco 207-282-4283
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. Annual Greek Heritage Festival: Jul 13, 14, 15. St. Fotini Bazaar: Nov 17. 186 Bradley Street, Saco 207-284-5651
SCARBOROUGH
West Scarborough United Methodist Church. Third Sat of the month, Mar-Oct, 4:30-6pm, $8. Corner of 2 Church Street & Route One, Scarborough 207-883-2814 www.neumc.org/churches/detail/473
SEARSPORT
North Searsport United Methodist Church. Third Sat of every month, May-Oct, 5pm, $7. Mt. Ephraim Road, North Searsport 207-548-2239 www.neumc.org/churches/detail/337
SOUTH PORTLAND
Elm Street Methodist Church. Fourth Sat of every month, 4:30-6:30pm, $4-$8. 168 Elm Street, South Portland 207-799-0407 www.elmstreetumc.org
WESTBROOK
Pride’s Corner Congregational Church. First Sat of every month, 5pm & 6pm, $5-$8. 235 Pride Street, Westbrook 207-797-4636 www.pridescornerchurch.org
YARMOUTH
First Parish Congregational Church. Fourth Sat of every month (except Dec & Jul), 5pm, $7. 116 Main Street, Yarmouth 207-846-3773 www.firstparishyarmouth.org
