NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — M&J's Food Truck set up at Greylock Works on Saturday morning to serve area first-responders and essential workers a free meal.. 

 

"We wanted to do something for the community to show our support to all the first-responders and front-line workers, and all the essential workers," owners Mark and Jeanne Lapier said in a joint email. "We can't imagine what we would do without them showing up and doing what they do each and every day."

 

The meals were a thank-you for front-line workers' efforts during the novel coronavirus pandemic.

 

The Lapiers set up in the Greylock Works parking lot with a drive-thru system to maintain minimal contact. Emergency medical technicians, health-care workers, police, firefighters, employees of the sheriff's department, and even truckers were invited to stop by for a free meal.  

 

"We want them to know they are appreciated," they said. "They are keeping all our family and friends safe and healthy and it doesn't go unnoticed."

 

Breakfast was served from 6 to 11 a.m. Essential workers could choose from breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, French toast, and muffins. 

 

Lunch started at 11 and M&J's Food Truck served burgers, chicken sandwiches, shredded beef sandwiches, mac-n-cheese with different toppings and french fries. 

 

The Lapiers said they took in community donations to help fund the initiative and are planning another event. 

 

"We have seen such a HUGE response from the community and with the donations we've received we are absolutely planning another event for essential workers," they said.

 

The date has yet to be determined and they may change up the lunch menu for some variety. 

 

"Thank you to everyone putting themselves at risk during these uncertain times," they said.