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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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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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,...
Keynote Speakers Event. Public Invited! Farms, Food & Health Conference
Reserve Friday, September 27, to hear three remarkable keynote speakers explore the health potential of local food at our Farms, Food & Health Conference, Traverse City.
The Countdown to Harvest Tickets Is on!
Just hours between you and your tickets to Harvest at the Commons! (Last year, Harvest sold out six weeks early, so don’t delay!) Member tix go on sale July 16. Not a member? Sign up!