Events

We are proud to present Bittersweet community events all year long!

From fundraisers hosted by Bittersweet, to local events benefitting Bittersweet, to community events where you can purchase products crafted by Bittersweet participants…there are always opportunities to get involved and support our mission!

See below for upcoming events! For questions or additional information about any of the events listed below, please contact our Development Director, Julie Champa.

Music Vine Concert Series

Join us for live music at the Grand Rapids Town Hall in downtown Grand Rapids, Ohio (24316 Front St., Grand Rapids, OH 43522—Town Hall is located across the street) every Friday from 11:30am-1:00pm. This event is free and open to the public, so bring your favorite rhythm instrument and your dancing shoes and get ready to rock!

Please note: pop and coffee are not permitted at Music Vine. Thank you for your cooperation!

Thanks to the Historical Society of Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids Arts Council for sponsoring our use of the Town Hall during the cooler months!

Upcoming Music Vine Schedule:

  • April 26th: Bittersweet Karaoke

Please note: in May, Music Vine moves back to the Pavilion at Bittersweet Farms (12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd., Whitehouse, OH 43571)! As the weather gets warmer, pack your picnic and join us for lunch, music, and dancing here at the Farm!

  • May 3rd: John Reichle

  • May 10th: Ryan Dunlap

  • May 17th: Birds of a Feather

  • May 24th: Jim Boedicker

  • May 31st: Aaron Hertzfeld

Monthly Public Tours

Historical, Consulting, and Donor Tours

Historical, consulting, and donor tours take place on the 1st Wednesday of the month (May-November) at 10am. This tour is ideal for individuals and groups interested in replicating our groundbreaking farmstead model/M.A.P.S. philosophy elsewhere in the country or world; families considering residential services; those interested in a detailed, in-depth historical perspective of Bittersweet Farms; or current and future donors. Reservations are required, contact Tammy Chambers to make a reservation.

Tammy Chambers
(P): (419) 875-6986, Ext. 1230
Email: tchambers@bittersweetfarms.org

Whitehouse Day Program Tours

Day Program tours take place on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 1-2pm and the 4th Thursday of the month from 10-11am. This tour is ideal for families/individuals considering Day Program services at Bittersweet Farms. Reservations are required, contact Mallory Dockery to make a reservation.

Mallory Dockery
(P): (419) 875-6986, Ext. 1211
Email: mdockery@bittersweetfarms.org

Upcoming Fairs, Festivals, and Markets

Catch the Market at Bittersweet Gardens on the road! Visit with our talented participants and shop our collection of handcrafted products (cookies, art, and more). Every purchase benefits our mission and provides meaningful paid employment to adults with autism!

Thursday, May 2nd from 9am-2pm and Friday, May 3rd from 9am-noon: OPRA (Ohio Provider Resource Network) Spring Conference- Glass City Center, Toledo, OH

Saturday, September 28th from 9am-5pm: Roche de Boeuf Festival, Waterville, OH