The Farmers Dinner at Grounding Stone Farm
A Fundraiser for NOFA-NH
Join NOFA-NH for a Farm to Table Fundraising Dinner
Friday, August 22, 2025 | 3-7PM (Dinner 4-6PM)
Grounding Stone Farm in Contoocook, New Hampshire.
This intimate evening, limited to 50 guests, will feature a thoughtfully plated, multi-course meal prepared by The Farmers Dinner, known for their elegant dishes crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Surrounded by the blueberry orchrds of Grounding Stone Farm, guests will enjoy a true farm-to-table experience that celebrates the land, the farmers who nourish it, and the organic practices we work to protect and promote.
Proceeds from the dinner will support NOFA-NH’s ongoing work to build a more just, sustainable, and resilient food system in New Hampshire. Come savor the flavors of the season, connect with fellow food and farm lovers, and support the future of organic farming in our state.
About The Farmers Dinner
Keith Sarasin is the founder of The Farmers Dinner, and is thrilled to share his passion for connecting people, food, and farms.
“As a chef, I became acutely aware of a startling fact—most of the food on our plates travels an average of 1,500 miles before it arrives. Determined to change this, I began reaching out to local farmers and chefs, eager to understand why so much of our food came from so far away. After countless conversations and miles traveled, the answer became clear: Awareness.”
"At The Farmers Dinner, you’ll savor the flavors of locally sourced dishes, meet the hands that grow your food, and experience the rich stories that make every bite special. Join us and discover why, here, there truly is a story in every bite.”
Event Details
Plated Farm to Table Meal
Your ticket includes a thoughtfully curated, multi-course farm-to-table dinner highlighting the best of New Hampshire’s seasonal bounty. The meals theme will be centered around blueberries with vegetarian and omnivore menus available. A full menu will be revealed soon. Guests are welcome to bring their own alcoholic beverages to enjoy alongside the meal.
Auction
The evening will include a fundraising auction featuring local goods, unique experiences, and handcrafted items. All proceeds will support NOFA-NH’s work to grow a vibrant, organic food system in New Hampshire.
About Grounding Stone Farm
Grounding Stone Farm is proudly owned and operated by Kathleen Jacobs and David Miller. Nestled into 14 acres of meadows, forests, and wetlands in Contoocook, NH, the farm is dedicated to growing a variety of certified organic blueberries and is open to the public from early July through mid to late August each year. Visitors can enjoy a “Pick Your Own” experience, order online for pick-up, or purchase fresh, already picked blueberries at the farm stand. In addition to their blueberry offerings, Grounding Stone Farm hosts small weekend workshops in painting, drawing, and other disciplines throughout the year. They organize 7-10 day painting trips to destinations including Ireland, Italy, Holland, and throughout New England. Learn more at groundingstonefarm.com.