The Free Lunch Program kicks off this week at Webster Apartments Community Room in Clinton.

All students ages 18 and younger are encouraged to take part in this free program.  According to Youth Educator for the U of I Extension Office Sherry Fulton, this program is a great way for children to stay active in the summer and take part in a healthy lunch.

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All meals are provided by the Illinois Coalition for Community Services and will follow the Myplate meal plan, which Fulton says 50 percent of what a person consumes should be fruits and vegetables. She feels the Myplate is very easy to understand what a healthy meal should look like.

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Students 5 and younger must have an adult with them. Lunches will be served from noon to 1 p.m. with activities a half hour before and after the meals.

Students who need a transportation to the Webster Community Room can get a free ride from Show Bus by calling 800-525-5454.