Community continues to benefit from monthly munch with friends

BRINGING together the community for a no-cost meal, Café on Cowper started at the Gloucester Uniting Church more than ten years ago.

Following a kitchen renovation, members of the congregation said the updated facilities were too good to be used only for church events.

Wanting to use the space to bless others, a free community lunch was born.

The two-course meal is free, although some insist on offering a donation to help with the cost of groceries.

At a recent visit to Café on Cowper, volunteer Bob Tebbet encouraged News Of The Area to listen to the camaraderie in the room.

“Can you hear that?” he asked, as the sound of laughter, chatter, and clinking crockery filled the air.

The monthly event is supported by a local band of volunteers, including people like Margaret Clayton who complements the gathering with her piano skills.

Anne Williamson is one of the team of cooks who work out the menu for the following month.

“That’s why we love to run Café on Cowper, just to see people enjoying themselves and having a jolly good time over lunch,” she said.

Café on Cowper is held on the second Thursday of each month at the Gloucester Uniting Church from midday.

“Everyone is welcomed at our next lunch on Thursday, 12 March,” Bob said.

“Come, join us!”

By Kim TEOH