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!
SAVE THE DATE!
Fall Fling at Stormcloud // September 20, 2025, Stormcloud Parkview Taproom, 366 Parkview Ln, Frankfort, MI 49635
Camaraderie, live music, delicious beverages. Details and registration info to come. Last year we had a blast at this event—join in!
Blue Zone Events// October 21 & 22, 2025, Commongrounds, Traverse City 231.932.8500
Tuesday, October 21st, in person at Commongrounds and online/virtual
Living the Blue Zone Life: Lessons from Ikaria, Greece
Georgios and Eleni Karimalis will join us for a 90-minute experience that will open your heart and mind to what’s truly possible for health and longevity. Your in-person event ticket will offer the keynote lecture, discussion, networking, and a few tasty treats from our friends at the Great Lake Culinary Institute, NMC. REGISTER!
Traditional Ikarian Cooking & Longevity Workshop
Step into the world of Ikaria Greece, where time seems to slow down, and life flows in harmony with nature. Experience a transformative journey through a Traditional Cooking and Longevity Workshop, steeped in the art and science of the renowned Ikarian blue zone. Georgios and Eleni Karimalis will provide you with an experience of a lifetime sharing the secrets of their lifestyle. This full day workshop is not to be missed.This is a hands-on workshop in the Esperance Community Teaching Kitchen in Commongrounds. REGISTER!
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Blue Zone–inspired cooking classes!
Class One: The Joys of eating local and plant-focused meals. Inspired by Blue Zone pillar “Plant Slant” // 5:30–8:30pm, January 22Session Description: Join Groundwork, Planted Cuisine, Dr. Tina Metropoulos, and Mi Farm Coop as we learn about the health and...
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...