The Tuscarawas County Public Library System has partnered with TUFF Bags to provide meals for preschool-high school aged children this summer. TUFF Bags will be distributed:
- Sandyville Park (4246 Laffer Square, Sandyville) every other Thursday, June 11th through August 6th from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
- Bolivar Branch's parking lot (455 W. Water St, Bolivar) every Friday from June 12th through August 7th from 9:30-10:30 AM.
- Sharon Moravian Church (4776 Moravian Church Rd SE, New Philadelphia) every other Monday, June 15th through July 27th from 12:15-1:15 PM
- Ragersville Elementary (2405 Ragersville Rd SW, Sugarcreek) every other Monday, June 22nd through August 3rd from 1:30-2:30 PM
- Baltic Community Park (N Park Dr, Baltic) every other Monday, June 22nd through August 3rd from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
TUFF Bags, or Tuscarawas United Feeding Our Future, works to eliminate food insecurity for Tuscarawas County children. According to TUFF Bags, the program is working to eradicate childhood hunger in our community, as well as provide education, skill-building, and community service for at-risk youth in the juvenile justice system. The food these children receive through TUFF Bags not only nourishes their bodies but also helps them reach their full academic and social potential by eliminating the worry of going hungry when not at school. The Library is one of several distribution sites for TUFF Bags this summer.
Families with children in preschool-high school are encouraged to call 330-401-3283 or email Tuff Bags to enroll their child in the Summer Meal Program.