Gratiot Young Professionals Network

06/18/2026

06/16/2026

The weather forecast is calling for thunderstorms this evening, so we're cancelling tonight's planned ice cream social hour. Join us next month, July 21 @ Big Top in Ithaca!

06/08/2026

Reminder! Join us tomorrow morning @ Next Level Espresso for Connections Over Coffee. Attendees are encouraged to bring items to support Dalis to the Rescue - their high need items are: cat food (dry and moist), cat litter, immune system boosters (powder) and disinfectant spray/wipes.

06/05/2026

Are you Team Brews or Team Bites? Tell us in the comments! Luckily you don't have to choose at Gratiot Brews & Bites--save the date and join us Saturday, October 10th for delicious drinks, food, and live music!

Can't wait until October? Check out the Mt. Pleasant Craft Beer Festival this weekend! Proceeds support the Mt. Pleasant Jaycees, who give back to nonprofit organizations, schools and community projects!

Some of the best debates in the world boil down to head-to-head competitions. Like who would win in a fight between 100 adult men vs a silverback gorilla? How about Goku vs Superman? One Punch Man vs Chuck Norris? Well we have another debate to add to the list... which is better? Our brews or our bites? Okay, maybe it isn't a knock down, dragged out fight like the others, but it still a difficult decision because both are so good! But we want to hear your thoughts. Do you come to the event for the refreshingly cold brews, or are you here for the delicious bites? There are no wrong answers!

05/24/2026

Yesterday some of our members walked in the Alma Highland Festival & Games parade sharing information about Gratiot Brews & Bites this Fall! Always a fun time seeing so many people together!

05/08/2026

Last night GYPN members attended the Gratiot Area Chamber of Commerce Community Celebration. As member, Chelsea, shared, we were reminded of how much of a difference people working together makes. Each award recipient highlighted how people who supported, helped, and encouraged them enabled them to make a difference in the Gratiot community.

We are grateful to be growing in this amazing community we call home.

04/30/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the Golf 101 lunch and learn yesterday! We covered everything from scrambles and mulligans to course etiquette and confidence on the course, while making new connections and sharing a few laughs along the way. The biggest takeaway: golf outings are a time to support local organizations, so get out, network, and have fun! ⛳

Thank you to Adam Vibber of Century 21 Lee-Mac Realty for leading our learning session!

If you missed it, here are a few highlights:

1. Start with the basics of play
Most outings use a scramble format—everyone hits, you pick the best shot, and play from there. Decide your swing order, know your role, and focus on keeping things moving.

2. Learn a few key terms (you’ll hear them a lot!)
Mulligans = a do-over, FORE! = heads up, and “bogey max” keeps scoring simple. Knowing just a few terms goes a long way in feeling comfortable on the course.

3. Respect the course + pace of play
Fix ball marks on the green, fill divots, rake bunkers, and keep carts a safe distance away. If you lose a ball, limit your search to about 2 minutes to keep play flowing.

4. Focus on fun over perfection
Golf is tough—even experienced players mess up. Use a light grip, don’t overthink it, and enjoy the experience. Confidence builds with every swing.

5. Come prepared, but keep it simple
Bring cash for on-course games, wear comfortable shoes (tennis shoes are fine!), and don’t stress if you don’t have clubs—borrowing or sharing works just fine as you're getting started.