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!
Summer Solar Workshop Series for Kids // 2–4pm, June 18, July 31, and August 21 2025, Traverse Area District Library Main Branch, 610 Woodmere, Traverse City 231.932.8500
Free events for kids age 6–12! Note that our July 17 and 31 events filled up. If you are interested in the August 21 event, Solar S'mores, registration opens on July 31, 8am. Sign up here!
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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!
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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...