Open Table News

Open Table today thanked Crosby’s Marketplace Concord, the Concord Lions Club, and the residents of Concord and surrounding towns, for the on-going food drive on behalf of Open Table. Since the beginning of the Massachusetts shelter-in-place order to the present, the donation bin at Crosby’s has collected a remarkable 18,629…

When the COVID crisis forced us to cancel our community dinners, our talented kitchen crew quickly pivoted to make delicious and nutritious packaged meals, which we include in our pantry bags and deliver via our mobile pantry programs. The crew continues to create SOS (Save Our Surplus) meals, which make…

With the current climate of unemployment and uncertainty, Open Table is incredibly fortunate to have the unwavering support of local organizations such as the Concord Carlisle Community Chest (CCCC). The Community Chest have long supported Open Table, but more so this year because they recognize the increased need. The funds will…

UPDATE: This position has been filled. If you are interested in helping at Open Table this summer, consider Volunteering; it's a great way to gain experience, improve your resume, have fun, and help others all at the same time! Open Table is looking for an energetic, organized, and motivated individual…

For eight years now, Open Table has partnered with Three Squares New England to participate in the Ride for Food, a bike ride to raise money for local food pantries. This year is a little different: because of social distancing rules, the ride will be virtual. The cool thing about this is people…

In order to better meet the growing need for groceries while best accommodating the parking needs of customers for surrounding Maynard businesses that are re-opening, we are updating our Open-Air Pantry operating hours. As of Tuesday, July 7th, our Pantry will be open the following hours: Tuesdays 1:00 - 6:30pmThursdays…

Our support comes in all sizes – and ages. Here are some of the children and teens we have the privilege to have as supporters: Max Peddar is an eight-year-old who decided he wanted to do something for people without food. So he set up a stand in front of his…

UPDATE: As of 6/27/20 this position has been filled! However, we are always looking for good volunteer help. Contact us or register if you want to have a fun, rewarding experience while helping others. If you're a high school student looking for a rewarding way to spend part of your summer…

Open Table will be closed the week prior to the Fourth of July: June 29th through July 3rd. There will be no pantry service. Volunteers are not expected to attend. We are sorry for any inconvenience. Open Table cannot operate without our large contingent of talented volunteers, and many volunteers…

Let’s salute this hard working Scout Troop from Concord! They brought in 1300 pounds of food donations today. They also did the sorting and date checking. Their Co-Leader, Curtis Gelke, is an intrepid volunteer member of our Pick & Pack Team! Many thanks, Troop 132!