One of the state's most progressive school systems in the Farm to School school realm is hiring a head chef to take over this respected and effective program. Please spread the word so that a local food–focused chef can continue the good and hard work that built Boyne Falls' program , helping children learn and grow best. [Link to job post in bio.]
Hello all Petoskey-area folks. Stop over to the Petoskey District Library TODAY 6-7pm to hear Groundwork's Transportation Program Manager, Carolyn Ulstad, present an update on the passenger rail project. FREE. See you there!
#petoskey #harborsprings #charlevoix #passengerrail
Hey all, a quick reminder that the deadline to sign up for group discounts on home solar system equipment is midnight May 31! Click here for details on the Access MI Solar program and sign up for a no-obligation estimate.
[Link to info page in bio.]
#solar #renewableenergy #cleanenergy #climatechange
One of the things we’re working on right now is helping to make sure more kids in Michigan have access to fresh, local food at school.
It’s called the 10 Cents a Meal for Michigan Kids and Farm program @10centsmi —and it’s one of those ideas that just makes sense.
Kids get healthier meals.
Farmers get a reliable market.
Communities stay connected to local food.
But programs like this don’t sustain themselves without long-term support.
That’s a big part of what we’re working toward right now—and why this moment matters.
If you want to help keep this kind of work moving forward, join us. Donate today via the link in our bio!
Groundwork's Cori Fitzpatrick, our Farm to Institution Specialist, was recently invited to join a nationwide "procurement community of practice" in which 74 food system professionals were selected to identify problem points in the purchase and distribution of local food and propose ways to improve the system. Read our interview with Cori about this important 2-year initiative! [Link to article in bio.]
#localfood #nutrientdense #nutrition
Happening today! Join the Great Lakes Business Network and Attorney General Nessel for a timely conversation on the real energy emergency and the growing attacks on clean energy. Panelists will separate fact from rhetoric and highlight practical, affordable solutions to meet rising energy demand. We hope to see you there!
Your support in action 💚
Through Groundwork's Building Resilient Communities program, families at Bright Light Early Care and Education in Battle Creek, MI are bringing healthy, local food from the classroom to their kitchen tables.
With access to seasonal produce, recipes, and resources, families are building lifelong habits around nutrition, access, and community connection.
"Families love it!" shares Bright Light's Kaleigh Burnett.
When you support Groundwork, you're helping make this impact possible—one family, one meal, one community at a time.
The Michigan Climate Summit brings together activists, elected leaders, nonprofits, academics, and everyday people who care like YOU for inspiring panels, hands-on workshops, and real conversations. Get the tools you need to be a better advocate, and learn from our dynamic panels and hands-on workshops! REGISTER TODAY at link in bio!
#2026miclimatesummit #cleanenergy #solar #wind
We’ve been talking a lot about “Build What Comes Next.” And honestly, it’s not just a slogan. It’s what we do.
It looks like making sure kids have access to fresh, local food at school.
It looks like working with communities to figure out where renewable energy actually makes sense.
It looks like creating better ways for people to move around northern Michigan and across the state.
It’s steady, behind-the-scenes work. The kind that takes time. But it matters—because it shapes what our communities look like in the years ahead.
If that kind of work feels important to you, you’re already part of it. 💛
Support this work and be a part of what’s next (link to donate is in our bio)
Hi all ... Sharing a post from National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition. Time to push back on this bad farm bill!
🚜Congress is about to decide the future of our nation’s agricultural system, and they’re getting it all wrong. It takes less than one minute!
🔗Use the link in our bio to email your Representative today, urging them to vote NO on the House #farmbill.
#takeaction #voteno #sustainableagriculture #foodpolicy #foodjustice #agriculturepolicy
🌟 ¡Bienvenidos a la cocina! Three incredible Venezuelan cooking classes are coming to the Commongrounds Esperance Community Teaching Kitchen — and you won't want to miss a single one! 🫔🍚🫓
Chef Elizabeth Marcano of @sazonlatinflavors is bringing the bold, vibrant flavors of Venezuela straight to Traverse City — and Commongrounds Cooperative is thrilled to be hosting in partnership with @groundworkcenter
Here's what's on the menu:
🫓 Venezuelan Arepas (Beef, Chicken & Black Beans)
📅 May 12 | 4:00–6:00 PM
🫔 Venezuelan Empanadas – GF (Pork, Beef & Cheese)
📅 May 19 | 4:00–6:00 PM
🍚 Pabellon Criollo – GF (Shredded Beef, Rice & Black Beans)
📅 May 26 | 4:00–6:00 PM
All classes are $95/person and held at 414 E Eight St, 2nd Floor, Traverse City.
🎟️ Spots are limited — register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or reach out to Chef Elizabeth directly at [email protected]
#TraverseCity #MichiganFoodie #VenezuelanFood #CookingClass #Arepas #Empanadas #PabellonCriollo #CommongroundsCooperative #GroundworkCenter #GlutenFree #LatinFlavors #TCFoodie #NorthernMichigan
Groundwork's Carolyn Ulstad kept the fun going at MakerFest this past weekend, a free event sponsored by Traverse Area District Library that celebrates STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). Thanks to all who stopped by our booth!
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