A community celebration of food, connection, and belonging in support of L’Arche Boston North.

The Longest Table

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Long outdoor dining tables set up on a brick street with string lights for an evening al fresco event.

The Longest Table Mission: To bring our community together around a shared table.


Supporting L’Arche Boston North’s work to build a more welcoming community for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities — including homes, culinary training, and a new café in downtown Haverhill.

About The Longest Table


The Longest Table brings the community together around a shared table in support of L’Arche Boston North and its mission to welcome difference, celebrate belonging, and support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Over the years, this event has become a beautiful gathering of food, connection, generosity, and community care.


I’ve had the honor of photographing The Longest Table for five of the six years it has been held, and I’m so happy to return this year to help capture the people, moments, and energy that make this event so special.


Below, you’ll find galleries from past years — a look back at the community that has gathered around this table year after year.

Food Through the Years

Green gazpacho soup in a clear glass cup at a Hummingbird Longest Table dining event with menu card.
Chef plating cucumber roll appetizers filled with red pepper garnish on blue ceramic rectangular plates.
Catered event with rows of plated roasted meat appetizers with green herb sauce on white round plates.
Braised beef short rib served over red beans topped with creamy white sauce on a dark ceramic plate.
Elegant martini glasses filled with colorful gourmet appetizers garnished with red caviar and fresh green leaves at a catered event.
Fresh lettuce wraps with kimchi, dipping sauces, and tongs on a wooden board at a Korean restaurant.
Bowl of elotes corn soup garnished with microgreens, peanuts, and chili oil at G's restaurant event.
A person holding a plate of fresh street tacos topped with cilantro, red onion, and colorful vegetables at an outdoor event.
A vibrant Middle Eastern mezze platter with falafel, tabbouleh, hummus, stuffed grape leaves, and fresh vegetables on a white plate.
Elegant plated salmon dish with prosciutto and fresh greens on a woven placemat with a candle.
Elegant mushroom ragout on toasted bread with microgreens and red wine reduction on a white plate.
Elegant outdoor shrimp cocktail platter with grapes and lemon on wooden board, set at a formal dinner party event.
Elegant plated dish with braised meat, creamy grits, roasted asparagus, and fresh microgreens on a white plate.
People gathered around a table enjoying a meal with pulled pork and fresh greens served on a platter.
Caprese salad plates featuring fresh mozzarella, roasted cherry tomatoes, pesto, and basil at an outdoor catered event.

Book a Session, Support The Longest Table

Book a summer or early fall photography session and support a meaningful community event at the same time


As part of J Ventures Photography’s sponsorship of The Longest Table 2026, 20% of proceeds from eligible sessions booked through this campaign will be contributed to support The Longest Table and L’Arche Boston North.


Book a summer or early fall photography session and support a meaningful community event at the same time.


Sessions must be booked by September 30 and scheduled by October 31 to be included in this campaign offer.


Eligible Sessions

  • Senior Portrait Sessions
  • Sunrise Beach Portrait Sessions
  • Flying Dress Sessions
  • Creative Portrait Sessions
  • Couples Sessions
  • Group Head shot Packages
  • Restaurant / Business Photography
Man in navy suit adjusting sunglasses outdoors near brick building, professional business attire with plaid tie.
Woman in flowing pink gown poses on sandy beach with ocean waves and cloudy sky backdrop.
Shirtless redbeard man in tartan kilt holds sword on rocky shore at sunset.
Stylish woman in floral dress, pearl necklace, silk scarf, and oversized sunglasses posing on a city alley street.
Woman in flowing red gown and crown poses dramatically on beach at sunset with fabric billowing in wind.
A woman in vibrant neon yellow and multicolor plaid outfit poses dramatically on a city street.
Man in white shirt, tie, sunglasses, and brown oxfords sitting on stone steps in business casual attire.
Woman in red dress poses by colorful beach signs outdoors.
Young woman in olive dress poses by waterfront railing with blue steel bridge and city skyline at dusk.
Woman in floral outfit and sunglasses poses by a colorful carousel at an amusement park.
Woman in red dress and hat poses on beach boardwalk at sunset with golden rays over sand dunes.
Shirtless man in tartan kilt stands on mossy rocks with ocean waves and dramatic sunset sky behind him.
Woman in flowing red gown wearing crown poses dramatically on sandy beach at sunset.
Stylish woman in colorful strapless top, wide-leg jeans, and sunglasses poses on urban street with church steeple backdrop.
Man in white shirt, tie, and sunglasses leaning against red brick wall on urban street.

The Longest Table Galleries