Food Pantries Set Up In Crown Heights Through Holiday Weekend

CROWN HEIGHTS, BROOKLYN — Four food distributions will be available to those who need it in the Crown Heights area heading into the holiday weekend.

At least one food pantry or distribution event will be held near the neighborhood Thursday, Friday and Saturday, according to a newsletter from Assembly Member Diana C. Richardson.

"We remain vigilant in our work to provide access to food resources and services around the district," the assembly member said. "If you are in need of food, do not go hungry. Please visit any of the locations below to get access to free, nutritional, and delicious food."

The distribution sites also included two events Wednesday.

Here are details about the upcoming events:

• Thursday:
  • 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the eBeulah Church of the Nazerene, 1250 St. John's Pl.
  • 12 to 2 p.m. at the Kingdom Life Ministries, 770 Park Pl.
• Friday
• 12 to 3 p.m. at Crown Gardens Housing Corp. community room, 845 Nostrand Ave.
• Saturday
  • 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Lenox Road Baptist Church, 1356 Nostrand Ave.

Richardson said those with mobility issues can coordinate alternative arrangements by reaching out to her office at (718) 771-3105 or by emailing district43@nyassembly.gov.