Open Table News

This time of year, the media bombards you with ways to watch your waistline. For many of our clients, their worries are quite different. “Can you imagine having to count your pennies, as opposed to your calories?” an Open Table client asked. Your support ensures our clients have healthy prepared…

The Nashoba Area Social Justice Alliance is hosting a Marin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service that will include creating Kids' Bags for Open Table clients. The event will be held at the Pompo Community Center (509 Great Road, Stow) from 2-4pm on January 15th. All are welcome. NASJA’s MLK…

PostponedNew Date: Monday, January 22nd 5:30-6:30pm Whether you are new to volunteering at Open Table or a veteran volunteer, you are invited to join us for an opportunity to learn about our programs, impact on the community and the scope of volunteer options at Open Table. Alex Depalo, Executive Director…

Starting the New Year off with a Souper Bowl! Our Most Wanted item this month is soup to warm up our clients during the cold Winter months. Beef Stew Clam Chowder Hearty Vegetable Soup Hearty Chicken Soup Hearty Beef Soup Chili Canned Pasta Meals Corned Beef Hash Broth ( Veggie,…

Have you had holiday meals with loved ones in recent days? Celebrating with food is a custom we all share. When you are invited to someone’s table, it is an invitation to be a part of their family, even for just an evening. Mary from Wayland told us “I consider…

Baking Substitutions From Sharon Reidy As Sharon points out, many times we have things in our pantries which might help us when short of ingredients, but we just don't realize it. Here are some possible substitutions you can use in most cases when a called-for ingredient is missing. Have more…

It’s the holiday season, and we hope everyone is able to enjoy this time with family and friends. Open Table will close on Friday, December 22nd and reopen on Tuesday, January 2nd. There will be no online or phone orders for the fist week of January. We will offer pre-packed…

We extend our sincere appreciation to The Gilson Family Foundation for their generous $75,000 challenge match during our Annual Appeal. We are delighted to share that, with your support, we have successfully met the challenge. Your collective enthusiasm have made it possible for us to not only meet but exceed…

Scandinavian Almond Bars From Norma Frye These Scandinavian Almond Bars are just one of the many delicious cookies and treats Board Member Norma Frye bakes up during the holidays. We'll all be visiting her house this winter! Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt…

Our friends from KAYAK's Concord office were on hand to help decorate and fill kids' bags at our Beharrell St location. These bags add a much-appreciated addition to our food distribution for our youngest clients. Thank you for helping us spread More Love, Less Hunger, team KAYAK!