ListenMore than books: New Ulm Public Library patrons can also take home produce and frozen meals
Most of us think of libraries as a place to peruse and check out books, use a computer, conduct research for a school paper and find resources to help with a job search. But the city of New Ulm is taking the community resource aspect of its public library to a whole new level, providing frozen meals and fresh produce for residents to take home.
The New Ulm Public Library’s new community fridge and freezer were installed last week as a free resource to residents experiencing food insecurity. It’s found on the main level near the Children’s Room. Visitors can take home items such as frozen kale and bananas, fresh cantaloupes and green beans and even some pre-made frozen meals.
It’s funded by the Brown County Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP), developed in partnership with the Food Environment Action Team and the Heart of New Ulm Project, a community-driven public health initiative…