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Grove Gatherings

Grove hosts numerous gatherings where entrepreneurs, organizers, and artists connect, learn, and support one another. Some are casual and open to all. Others are opportunities to pitch ideas, meet collaborators, or discover new resources.

All are rooted in the belief that innovation grows best through relationships.

To keep things simple, Our events are organized into three big buckets.

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Grove Community Conversations are open opportunities for all local entrepreneurs, changemakers, and supporters to listen, learn, and lift one another up!

These include much beloved Grove events like our Office of Possibilities, TC SOUP, Dune Bus, and more.

Below are some Upcoming Grove Community Conversations. Check the calendar at the bottom of this page for all upcoming Grove Gatherings.

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Grove Social Series events are lowkey get togethers for members of our workspace, programming participants and community partners.

These include gatherings like Waffle Wednesday, Happy Hour, and more!

Below are some upcoming Grove Social Series events. Check the calendar at the bottom of this page for all upcoming Grove Gatherings.

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Grove Affinity Groups bring together innovators with shared experiences and identities to build trust, exchange ideas, and elevate each other’s work.

As we finalize this concept, keep an eye our for veteran, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and other groups dedicated to uniting undeserved entrepreneurs!

Checkout All of Our Upcoming Grove Gatherings!

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May 5th Office of Possibilities
May
5

May 5th Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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May 12 Office of Possibilities
May
12

May 12 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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May 19 Office of Possibilities
May
19

May 19 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Thanksgiving Waffle Wednesday!
Dec
2

Thanksgiving Waffle Wednesday!

Thanksgiving Waffles!

Come join us for cranberry sauced-waffles, turkey bacon, and other seasonal favorites!

Welcome to a much beloved, monthly morning Grove gathering. Swing by, grab some carbs, chat with fellow changemakers, and go about your day.

See you Wednesday, Dec 02 from 830-10am!

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Winter Waffle Wednesday
Dec
16

Winter Waffle Wednesday

Winter Waffle Wednesday Edition!

Three words: Gingerbread waffle houses. Let’s get some messy hands and get creative!

Welcome to a much beloved, monthly morning Grove gathering. Swing by, grab some carbs, chat with fellow changemakers, and go about your day.

See you Wednesday, Dec 16 from 830-10am. Our last Waffle Wednesday of the year!

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April 28 Office of Possibilities
Apr
28

April 28 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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April 21 Office of Possibilities
Apr
21

April 21 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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April 14 Office of Possibilities
Apr
14

April 14 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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April 07 Office of Possibilities
Apr
7

April 07 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Mar 31 Office of Possibilities
Mar
31

Mar 31 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Mar 24 Office of Possibilities
Mar
24

Mar 24 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Mar 10 Office of Possibilities
Mar
10

Mar 10 Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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03 Mar Office of Possibilities
Mar
3

03 Mar Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Office of Possibilities
Feb
24

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 500 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Office of Possibilities
Feb
17

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Office of Possibilities
Feb
10

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

View Event →
Office of Possibilities
Jan
27

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 500 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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Office of Possibilities
Jan
20

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 500 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

View Event →
Office of Possibilities
Jan
13

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

View Event →
Office of Possibilities
Jan
6

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 500 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

View Event →
Office of Possibilities
Oct
7

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

View Event →
Office of Possibilities
Sep
30

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

View Event →
Office of Possibilities
Sep
23

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

View Event →
Office of Possibilities
Sep
16

Office of Possibilities

The Office of Possibilities (or OOPs) is Northern Michigan’s front porch for connection & collaboration. We gather every single Tuesday from 9-11am to share and support one another along our journey as entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Since we started this weekly program, we’ve had over 450 local entrepreneurs and changemakers attend. See you next Tuesday!

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