Starting Sept. 15, older adults in our community will have a new place to gather, enjoy a delicious meal, and connect with friends. The Senior Dining Club at Mahar offers people aged 60 and older the opportunity to enjoy a hot, nutritious lunch in a welcoming setting at Ralph C. Mahar Regional School in Orange.
The program is a partnership between LifePath, Ralph C. Mahar Regional School, and the Orange Council on Aging. It is funded through the Older Americans Act Title III Program, as administered by the Administration for Community Living and the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging and Independence (AGE).
Enjoy a Fresh, Nutritious Lunch
Dining Club guests can enjoy the hot meal of the day along with the salad bar, all prepared by the Mahar nutrition team. The staff takes pride in serving delicious, nutritious meals made with locally grown produce whenever possible.
Guests will move through the cafeteria line just like students and staff. While the complimentary program includes the daily entrée and salad bar, additional cafeteria favorites such as sandwiches and pizza are available for purchase, if desired.
After picking up lunch, guests can dine in a designated senior dining area. Created by Mahar’s home economics students, the space features comfortable tables and chairs, tablecloths, and welcoming décor.
Program Details
Where:
Ralph C. Mahar Regional School
507 South Main Street
Orange, MA 01364
Main Cafeteria
When:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 12–1:00 p.m.
Beginning September 15, 2026 (except major holidays)
Who Can Attend:
Adults aged 60 and older and their spouse of any age.
Cost:
There is no charge for the meal. A voluntary donation of $3.50 per meal is appreciated but not required.
Registration:
No advance registration is necessary. Guests will be asked to sign in and provide some basic personal information upon arrival.
Easy Access for Everyone
Parking is available curbside along both sides of the access road near the cafeteria entrance. The site is fully accessible, with no steps, elevators, or steep inclines.
Need a ride? Transportation to and from the Dining Club is available through the Orange Council on Aging. Please contact the Council on Aging (978-544-3481) at least two days before you plan to attend to arrange transportation.
Menu
To see what’s being served, contact the Orange Council on Aging or visit the Mahar Food Services webpage, where the current menu is posted in the gray box on the right side of the page. Recent menus include:
- Chicken Alfredo with Whole Wheat Elbows & Local Roasted Broccoli, Local Fresh Cucumber Wheels, Fruit Cup & Fresh Apple Slices
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich on a Whole Wheat Bun with Seasoned Roasted Potato Wedges, Fresh Local Garden Side Salad, a Fruit Cup & Fresh Melon
- Chicken & Vegetable Dumplings served with Sauteed Local Baby Bok Choy, a Homemade Cool Corn & Edamame Salad, a Fruit Cup & Fresh Orange Wedges
- Hamburger or Cheeseburger on a Whole Wheat Bun served with Local Lettuce & Tomato, Homemade Magenta Root Slaw made with Local Beets, 100% Fruit Popsicle & Fresh Melon
More Than Just a Meal
The Senior Dining Club is about more than enjoying a healthy lunch. It’s an opportunity to spend time with neighbors, meet new friends, and become part of the Mahar community in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Whether you stop by once a week or make it part of your regular routine, you’ll find good food and friendly faces waiting for you.
We hope you’ll join us this September and experience the Senior Dining Club at Mahar!
