Community Plate, together with Fostering Community Conversation in Rockland, invites you to join us at Steel House in Rockland for a special evening of connecting through the sharing of food, uplifting stories about our community, and recipes. A Story Sharing Potluck Supper is an opportunity to engage with new and old friends and to make connections around something we all have in common: the food we eat and our family food stories. Bring a dish (with a story!) to share, an open mind and an open heart. During the dinner we’ll be sharing stories around the table, and after dessert, you’ll be treated to a collection of live storytelling performances from practiced storytellers — some may even be your neighbors! Bring your recipe to the event, and afterwards we’ll be compiling the evening's recipes and stories into a mini community cookbook that all attendees will receive to commemorate our evening together and the community we created.

Our theme for the evening is “A Rising Tide.” Just as a rising tide lifts all boats, community collaboration lifts up all our community members and organizations. We come together to acknowledge the positive contributions and innovative solutions within our community, share aspirations, and hope, for greater cooperation, civility, and resilience. On November 6 we will begin an ongoing conversation, sharing a meal and stories that celebrate community spirit and highlight both our challenges and triumphs. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories and forge newfriendships. We look forward to sharing connection, food, and stories with you!