Connecting With Community

Educational Programming and Kosher Lunchs

The Federation's Kosher Lunch program provides nutritious meals, social companionship and educational stimulation to over 300 seniors each year. Kosher to go meals, prepared fresh, are avaiable every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for pick up at the kitchen at Congregation Knesset Israel, 16 Colt Road, Pittsfield. During the summer, days of service are Monday and Thursday.

On Thursdays in the summer, seniors can enjoy additional educational, cultural and health related programming at 10:45 preceding the lunch. Visit the community Calendar for a full list of programs.

Reservations: Reservations for lunch are required and can be made by calling (413) 442-2200 by 9 a.m.the day PRIOR to the day you would like to attend. When making a reservation please inform us if a person in your party has a food allergy.

Cost: Suggested donation for lunch of $3 for adults over age 60. $7 for all others. Programs are free and open to the entire community, regardless of age.

Kosher Meals on Wheels delivery to the homebound: Federation volunteers also deliver our kosher meals to homebound individuals throughout Berkshire County. If you or someone you know could benefit from a Kosher Meals on Wheels please contact the Federation’s social worker at (413) 442-4360, ext. 17.

The Kosher Lunch program is supported by the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires in conjunction with Elder Services of Berkshire County. This program is open to the public.