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 every Friday from 11:30am-1:00pm. Music Vine is held in the Pavilion at Bittersweet Farms in Whitehouse (12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd., Whitehouse, OH 43571) from May-September, and at the Grand Rapids Town Hall from October-April. 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!

Upcoming Music Vine Schedule:

06/20/2025 - Jason Ramm

06/27/2025 - Curt Wolfe

07/11/2025 - Asa Danekind

07/18/2025 - Mark Mikel

07/25/2025 - Jim Boedicker

08/01/2025 - Ryan Roth

08/08/2025 - Scott Sherer

08/15/2025 - Mark Poseler

08/22/2025 - Todd Elson

09/19/2025 - Karaoke

09/26/2025 - Noah Nelson

10/03/2025 - Birds of a Feather

10/10/2025 - Aaron Hertzfeld

10/17/2025 - John Reichle

10/24/2025 - Papa Teague

11/07/2025 - Jason Ramm

11/14/2025 - Curt Wolfe

11/21/2025 - Asa Danekind

12/05/2025 - Mark Mikel

12/12/2025 - Jim Boedicker

12/19/2025 - Ryan Roth

01/31/2025 - Papa Teague

02/07/2025 -Jason Ramm

02/14/2025 - Curt Wolfe

02/21/2025 - Asa Danekind

02/28/2025 - Mark Mikel

03/7/2025 - Jim Boedicker

03/14/2025 - Ryan Roth

03/21/2025 - Scott Sherer

03/28/2025 - Curt Wolfe

04/04/2025 - Todd Elson

04/11/2025 - Dooley Wilson

04/25/2025 - Karaoke

05/02/2025 - Lee Warren

05/09/2025 - Kaiden Chase

05/16/2025 - Noah Nelson

05/23/2025 - Birds of a Feather

05/30/2025 - Aaron Hertzfeld

06/06/2025 - John Reichle

 

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!

Upcoming Opportunities to Connect with Bittersweet