ADRIAN  — Giving back to the community one plate at a time. 

That’s the theme for the annual Habitat for Humanity Farm to Table event, set for Friday, Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. at Adrian College. The event will take place in the Tobias Room and tickets are $75 each.

Carrie Hartley, director of development and marketing for Habitat, said Farm to Table was launched in 2018 to mark Habitat for Humanity’s 30th anniversary. The ingredients and foods served are from local farmers and vendors, she said. Local music duo Scott & Melissa will provide entertainment. A silent auction with curated experiences such as Detroit Lions tickets and fudge-making at Buzz Cafe and Marketplace will be featured.

Hartley said the annual event brings awareness and support for affordable housing, while also “celebrating local agriculture, business partnerships, and the community spirit.” 

“This is an opportunity to tell our impact stories and bring awareness to the housing crisis in Lenawee County,” Hartley said. Every year, Habitat builds at least three new homes for different families. By doing this, Habitat has added more than 90 homes to the community. They also work with families doing critical repairs on their homes. 

Proceeds from the benefit will support Habitat’s mission. 

“This dinner is the result of a desire to fundraise in ways that honor Habitat’s values: local, intentional and collaborative,” Hartley said.

She noted that the dinner would not be possible without the contribution of time, resources, and the generous financial support from Habitat staff and board members, and dedicated volunteers, local farmers, small businesses, musicians and the event staff and Sodexo teams at Adrian College. 

“This dinner allows any person who wants to contribute to the housing crisis the ability to do so while also building relationships with new people and businesses,” Hartley said. “This is one of the most uplifting nights of the year.”

She added: “It reminds me that solving big challenges like housing isn’t just about hammers and nails — it’s about heart.”

The menu is below: