Gathering to share ideas, make new connections, rekindle old connections, and keep our mission moving forward is an essential pillar of Groundwork. We convene experts in culinary medicine to propel a new food culture, motivate clean energy leaders to move ahead on a net zero carbon economy, host extremely fun friend-raisers, and more. Join in!
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CELEBRATE SOLAR AND ACCESS MI SOLAR! // 5:30–7:30pm, Thursday, October 24, Workshop Brewing Company.
Join Groundwork for a fun evening celebrating the success of this year’s Access MI Solar program. Hear stories from participants, connect with contractors, and learn what’s in store for next year. Grab a drink and discover how easy and affordable it can be to harness clean energy for your home or business through this group-buy discount program! Register free! https://secure.lglforms.com/form.../s/3-ptZaLX3vqTEpX-N9gtmA
LIVING THE BLUE ZONE LIFE IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN // 6–9pm, November 20, Alluvion theater, Traverse City. This event will explore the Blue Zones concept, emphasizing life expectancy and well-being. Through panel discussions and a subsequent hands-on cooking series in the new year, we’ll delve into how the Power 9 Pillars can enhance our community's health and connectivity. Discover practical steps to embrace these principles locally and contribute to a healthier, more connected community. Join us as we celebrate 10 years of progress in Northern Michigan with Groundwork’s Farms, Food, and Health initiatives. Purchase your tickets today!
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Spring Fling 2024! Join in!
It's time for the second annual Groundwork Spring Fling community gathering at Short’s Pull Barn Tap Room in Elk Rapids! Join us on Saturday, May 18, 2-5 PM. Let's celebrate the new season with a few good beverages, a few good friends, and live...
What’s on Tap for Our September Culinary Medicine Trainings
Since 2014, Groundwork has been hosting gatherings—roughly one every 18 months—to explore and promote the idea of deploying culinary medicine as a way to address some of the most challenging diet-related diseases facing our people as individuals and facing our nation...
Equity Education Series Featuring our Indigenous Communities
Above photo: Eric Hemenway, Director of Department of Repatriation, Archives and Records, Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians In 2020-2021, Groundwork designed an education series that included presentations from members of the Anishinaabe community,...