City of Alhambra to Host Summer Food Service Program for Kids

By Jaimie Ding, Editor

This summer, the City of Alhambra is bringing back its annual Summer Food Service Program, aimed at ensuring that children aged 1 to 18 have access to nutritious meals during summer break. The program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture and administered by Alhambra's Parks & Recreation Department.

“We are excited to once again offer the Summer Food Service Program to the children of Alhambra,” said Mayor Ross J. Maza in a news release. “This program plays a vital role in our community by providing nutritious meals to children who may otherwise go without during the summer break. We are committed to ensuring that all children have access to healthy food options year-round.”

The Summer Food Service Program will provide lunch and snacks on a first come, first served basis Monday through Friday at the following sites and times from May 28, 2024 to August 2, 2024.

Almansor Park

Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Snack: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Alhambra Park

Lunch: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Snack: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Granada Park

Lunch: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Snack: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

The program will also incorporate recreational activities including free weekly raffles, games and activities. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at (626) 570-5081.