Free summer meals for all kids and teens will begin when the school year ends. Meals are free to children under the age of 18 and adults coming with a child can eat free, thanks to Community Services.

The meals will be available weekdays through August 19, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Tarkio Nutrition Center, 412 Main Street. Call 660-736-5725 for more information.

This year, the kids’ summer menu will be the same as the adult menu. For those who don’t want what is on the menu, a turkey/ham and cheese sandwich or peanut butter and jelly sandwich will be available.

Wednesday, July 16 – Cheesy beef pasta, corn, carrots, pears

Thursday, July 17 – Chicken cobbler, Italian blend vegetables, lettuce salad, apricots

Friday, July 18 – Chicken strips, French fries, Brussels sprouts, orange

Monday, July 21 – Goulash, carrots, green beans, mandarin oranges

Tuesday, July 22 – Rib patty or tenderloin, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, strawberry/banana

Wednesday, July 23 – Chicken fajita casserole, Spanish rice, refried beans