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.

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

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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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!

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!

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!

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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April Free Coworking Friday
Apr 3
April Free Coworking Friday

On the 1st Friday of the month, we open our doors free of charge to any and all who want to try working from Grove for the day!

Free Coworking Friday is our monthly invitation to try Grove with zero commitment.
Whether you’re a freelancer, small business owner, nonprofit leader, artist, or simply need a productive space for the day — you’re welcome here.

Drop in anytime 9–5, meet some folks, get a feel for the space and the community. Leave with a new connection, a new idea, or at least a good story.

See you Friday!

April Waffle Wednesday
Apr 29
April Waffle Wednesday

Rescheduled from Feb 28!

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, March 4 from 830-10am!

April Grove After-Hours Get-Together
Apr 30
April Grove After-Hours Get-Together

Join us for a relaxed end-of-day gathering in the coworking space — a chance to unwind, meet other members, and enjoy some light snacks and good conversation. Nothing formal, nothing fancy. Just a simple space to connect after a long week and warm up together inside Commongrounds Cooperative.

See you ‘round 4pm on Thu, April 30th!

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!

Keep Me In The Loop As These Emerge

Checkout All of Our Upcoming Grove Gatherings!

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pitchmi- Northern Michigan
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Pitch Events, Partner-Led

pitchmi- Northern Michigan

Founders across Michigan will compete for up to $1.25 million in investment through four regional pitch events leading to the statewide championship in April 2026. PitchMI goes beyond prize money, giving startups the visibility, connections, and momentum they need to grow and succeed in Michigan.

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