GLOUCESTER— The Open Door will hold a ribbon cutting this November for its new Food and Nutrition Center.
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When you’re packing lunch to-go, it’s easy to get stuck in a routine making the same things week to week.
Want to spice things up? Our nutrition team has put together a collection of healthy, easy lunch ideas for all ages:
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CAPE ANN – The Open Door will “paint the town orange” for Hunger Action Month™ this September to raise awareness about the reality of food insecurity, right here in the communities where we live, work, and play.
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CHICOPEE– The Open Door will receive $333,729 in state Food Security Infrastructure Grant funds, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today.
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Summer is full of celebrations, and food is often an essential part of these special events! But as you’re planning your menu, or what to bring, knowing the basics of food safety can make or break your festivities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are an estimated 9 million reported cases, 56,000
GLOUCESTER— A beloved Cape Ann community event returned Thursday at Cruiseport Gloucester, bringing more than 950 old friends together to raise funds for summer hunger-relief programs at The Open Door.
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If you’re looking for a staple ingredient that’s good for your health, your wallet, and the planet, look no further. Dry beans, a popular substitute for meat, are a great option for reducing your carbon footprint, adding nutrients to your meals, and saving money at the grocery store. They pair very well with rice and other
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Looking to try new, healthy recipes? Welcome to Build-a-Meal, The Open Door’s answer to Blue Apron, to help you discover meals that are good for you, your family, and your budget! The Open Door Build-a-Meal program makes it easier than ever to experiment with new dishes, without going through the hassle of finding a recipe
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“I try not to despair,” says Mariana*, a 45-year-old Gloucester mother of four children under the age of 12, when asked about how she will manage the record high food prices and electricity increases her family will face this winter. Mariana is a stay-at-home mom. Her husband makes $52,000 a year without benefits, but with
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A group of good elves on Reynard Street in Gloucester are doing their part to make sure everyone has a holly, jolly holiday season this year. Every December, neighbors on the street have decked their homes with festive lights for years, to encourage members of the community to drive by to see the beautiful displays.
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