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Encore Cafe - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

in partnership with Heritage Area Agency on Aging
2026-01-09 11:30:00 2026-01-09 12:30:00 America/Chicago Encore Cafe - REGISTRATION REQUIRED Join us for congregate meals! Call (319) 398-2585 to make a reservation. Marion Public Library - Community Room

Friday, January 09
11:30am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-09 11:30:00 2026-01-09 12:30:00 America/Chicago Encore Cafe - REGISTRATION REQUIRED Join us for congregate meals! Call (319) 398-2585 to make a reservation. Marion Public Library - Community Room

Marion Public Library

Community Room

Join us for congregate meals! Call (319) 398-2585 to make a reservation.

The award-winning Encore Café has turned heads around the country for its unique approach to addressing diners’ overall health and wellness while still serving delicious, dietitian-reviewed meals. Encore Café incorporates activities and educational sessions to improve socialization and overall quality of life. The café’s location rotates between sites in Cedar Rapids and Marion based on the day of the week.

More information including menus and event calendars can be found here.

Important Notes

  • Reservations are requested to ensure adequate quantities of food. Diners with reservations will be served first. Reservations can be made by calling Heritage at (319) 398-2585.
  • For those ages 60+, there is a suggested voluntary contribution of $5.00 per meal. Contributions go entirely toward supporting the Encore Café program. Spouses and individuals under age 60 can participate at the suggested $5.00 rate. For diners under age 60, the cost is $10.00 per meal and can be given to the Site Coordinator or host when checking in.
  • Closures due to weather will be announced on the Heritage Facebook page and as a voice message on the reservation line: (319) 398-2585.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

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