Community Cafés

Enjoy delicious lunches in social settings across York and Cumberland counties.

Community Cafés are available in communities throughout Cumberland and York counties and provide participants an opportunity to socialize with other attendees while enjoying a delicious and nutritious lunch. Some Community Cafés also offer entertainment (such as bingo, games, and musical acts) or educational opportunities (such as speakers and resource tables).

Community Café Details

  • Cafés are open to Maine residents age 60 and older.
  • Meal times and days of service vary by location. See specific café for details.
  • First-time Community Café guests will be asked to complete a brief registration form and may be asked to show a photo ID or proof of age when registering. Reservations are required. Please call the individual café at least 48 hours in advance to reserve your meal. If you’re unable to attend, we kindly ask that you call to cancel your reservation.
  • The standard suggested donation per meal is $9. It can vary in the event of specialty meals so please contact the location directly for more information.
  • For participants under 60, individuals who do not want to register, or for out of state diners, you may enjoy the meal with us for full price. *Full-price varies by location.

What’s for Lunch?

Community Cafés offer a variety of catered meals depending on location and the day the program is being offered. All meals come with a choice of coffee, tea, or milk and dessert is included.

Community Café Locations

Cafés are available throughout Cumberland and York counties. Please contact the individual café to make a reservation. 

Biddeford - Community Center

J. Richard Martin Community Center
189 Alfred St, Biddeford RSVP 207-283-2477

Lunch served: 1st Monday of the month, serve time: noon

Cumberland

Active Living 55+ Cumberland
60 Val Halla Rd, Cumberland Center
RSVP: 207-829-2208

Lunch served: 4th Monday of the month, serve time: 11:15 am

Eliot

Living Water Church
Rt. 236, Eliot

2nd Monday of every month
Serve time: 11:30am
RSVP: 207-475-7399

Gray / New Gloucester - NEW*

Hosted by Gray Parks & Recreation
First Congregate Parrish House
Breakfast Club
11 Yarmouth Rd, Gray
RSVP 207-926-4126 ext. 233

Breakfast served: 4th Wednesday of every month, serve time: 10:00am

Gray / New Gloucester

Hosted by Gray Parks & Recreation
New Gloucester Congregational Church
19 Gloucester Hill Rd, New Gloucester
RSVP 207-926-4126 ext. 233

Lunch served: 2nd Wednesday of every month, serve time: 11:30am

Hollis

Hollis Center Church
388 Hollis Rd, Hollis
RSVP 207-283-2477

Lunch served: 1st Wednesday of the month, serve time: noon

Portland - Equality Maine

SAGE Maine at Equality Community Center
15 Casco St, Portland
RSVP 207-761-3732

Dinner served: 3rd Thursday of the month, serve time: 6:00pm

Sanford

Mayflower Place
27 Mayflower Dr, Sanford
RSVP 207-324-5181

Lunch served: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, serve time: 11:30

Scarborough - Scarborough Seniors

418 Payne Rd, Scarborough
RSVP 207-730-4150

This cafe is offered through a town recreation department. Please inquire with the individual cafe for details.

Lunch Served: Every Wednesday, serve time: 11:30am.

South Portland

Stewart P. Morrill American Legion Post# 35 413 Broadway South Portland
RSVP 207-767-2255

Lunch Served: Every 3rd Thursday of the month, serve time: noon

Springvale

Anderson Learning Center 21 Bradeen St, Springvale (drive around to the front of the building)
RSVP 207-396-6507

Lunch served: 2nd Friday serve time: 12:00PM
Brunch served: 4th Friday, serve time: 12:00PM

Spaulding Center
for Active Living

175 Port Rd, Kennebunk
RSVP 207-967-8514 ex. 4

Lunch served: 3rd Tuesday, serve time: 12:00PM

Yarmouth

Yarmouth Community Center
20 Mill St, Yarmouth, 04096
RSVP 207-846-6693 or 207-615-4404

Lunch served: 2nd Wednesday of the month, serve time: 11:30am

York

York Center for Active Living
36 Main St, York
RSVP 207-363-1036

Lunch served: Tuesday-Friday, serve time: 11:30am