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The Hive: Culinary Collective & Event Space

Indulge. Connect. Experience.

Cafe Hours, Curated Events, Venue Rental

The Hive provides opportunities to indulge in local culinary delights, in an intentional space that fosters authentic human connection, well-being, and inclusive community.

09/15/2026

The Hive won’t officially open until 2027, but this inaugural gathering of friends at The Table deserves a moment in the spotlight.

A year ago, I joined Ashley Burnett | Women's Business & Leadership Coach through Unleash - her four month container for female entrepreneurs. I didn’t really know what my business was going to look like, and I certainly didn’t know where it was going to live, but I knew I wanted to explore what it means to be an entrepreneur.

Through that container, I met a wonderful woman and doula named Lauren. An entrepreneur and doula for all of life’s transitions, Lauren Kaas Norton and I were drawn to one another as soul sisters, or kindred spirits.

Early this spring, I asked Lauren if she’d be willing to facilitate a gathering at The Hive. Yesterday, she brought that magic to our space for the inaugural gathering at The Table.

At first glance, The Hive Barn isn’t much more than a garage with a nice floor coating. There are cobwebs and bugs. It’s anything but fancy.

None of this mattered for the eight of us gathered around The Table yesterday. Lauren had us focus on Finding Presence in the Ephemeral Nature of Life.

We each picked a quote from The Table that resonated with us, then shared our truths, vulnerably and deeply.

We slowly savored the food provided by Charcuterie • W**e Bar • Event Space - and talked about the sensations, flavors, and memories that came through with that one small bite.

We assembled beautiful bouquets of native plants provided by Wild Rue - then spent minutes analyzing each leaf, stem, and flower in our bouquet before ultimately deconstructing it to create a mandala, knowing they’d return to the earth - just like each of us will someday.

Our souls danced to the beautiful music and song Lauren created with her shruti box.

We ended by creating beautiful bouquets - complete with dahlias from - which we were able to take home and enjoy.

This gathering was a moment in time. It is already in the past, but it was beautiful and powerful - and as The Table from Marlon Hall so wisely reminded us, Moments live for Generations. ❤️

08/29/2026

Here at The Hive, we’re not really all about the trends. We embrace our quirkiness - the things that make us unique.

Enjoy this little play on the “Kinda Chic” trend. This is about as close as we’re going to get to trendy. :)

08/25/2026

Oh, August. You are one of my favorite months. Birthday celebrations, warm weather, relaxing days, and the return to structure and schedules on the horizon. No wonder some countries choose to virtually shut down operations for most of August!

Things continue to hum along here at The Hive. Most of the work happening now isn’t glamorous or particularly fun. Right now, the work involves calls with City officials, writing large checks to engineering and architectural firms, and meeting with the plumber. It also involves taking stock of what we have and identifying our next right action.

I’ve identified 3 “Next Right Actions”:

1) Pursue a path that will allow events to take place in The Hive House in the more immediate term while the parking lot and barn build-out are completed.

2) Continue pursuing options to fund the remaining work.

3) Find My Center: this is the topic of my latest newsletter. In short, working to find balance. :) Sign up to receive future monthly newsletters for updates, stories, and recommendations!

As summer draws to a close, I hope you find a beautiful rhythm in fall that provides both stability and a beat to which you can dance. Love you all!

08/20/2026

I believe celebration is a way to express gratitude, so I am always looking for things to celebrate.

Reaching 500 followers on Instagram seemed like a fun milestone to acknowledge, but I wasn’t sure how I wanted to commemorate this milestone. I gave it some thought and decided this called for a little ‘Helping Hive’ action.

Over the course of two days, I volunteered 500 minutes of my time - one minute for every follower - at two different organizations: Goodman Community Center and Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern WI

It feels so good to be part of a community; something bigger than myself. I am grateful for these organizations, the work they do, and the volunteer opportunities they provide. I’m also grateful for all of you - The Hive Community - for following me on this journey, witnessing me take the leap and bring The Hive to life.

If it has been a minute since you volunteered or did a random act of kindness, I’d invite you to take a moment to think of one thing you could do to help your neighbors, your community. We are better together. ❤️🐝

08/19/2026

Our Chamber community continues to grow!

Help us welcome these new Fitchburg Chamber Partners and get to know the services they offer in Fitchburg!

IBC Business Solutions | Playpen Sports Academy | Wealth Distribution Strategies, LLC | Lavender Haze Hospitality | The Hive: Culinary Collective & Event Space | Wild Rue Events | Body Wave Chiropractic

08/18/2026

This incredible table - a true work of art and history has found a home at The Hive. What an honor it is to be trusted with her care.

She’s in good hands, Marlon Hall ❤️ Thank you for blessing The Hive community with this treasure.

08/14/2026

Last night was a dream come true.

I had a seat at The Table - the door at the center represents the idea that the table can not only provide a surface for a meal to be shared, but also a portal to deeper conversation, understanding, and community.

I drank in the beautiful sights and sounds at Flynn Creek Farm, learning all about how the owners decided to make the leap and live out their dream to create a regenerative farm in their late 50s/early 60s.

I enjoyed some of the most exquisitely-prepared food I’ve ever had the pleasure of enjoying - all sourced from the farm and prepared by Chef Evan Evan Dannells

I soaked in the powerful, inspirational stories shared by Marlon Hall who guided us through this experience so beautifully

I enjoyed presence and vulnerability with a new friend, Dawn Dawn - Unique Connector - whom I met in an elevator last month at StartingBlock Madison | Coworking Community . There was a reason the universe had our paths cross.

I am grateful to Noah and the team at REAP Food Group for creating this experience and bringing this magic into my life. I will carry this memory and experience with me always.

08/12/2026

Last year, I decided to get serious and actually start exploring what it would mean to be an entrepreneur.

There was so much I didn’t know - including what kind of business I wanted to have.

There was also a lot I did know. I knew I was burned out. I knew I was seeking ways to escape reality. I knew my anxiety and blood pressure were at all-time highs. I knew I didn’t feel well - mentally, physically, emotionally, or spiritually. I knew I wanted something different for myself.

Year 37 was really transformative. I spent a lot of time soul-searching; sitting with myself, getting quiet, and paying attention to my body. When did I feel the most calm and at ease? When did my soul fire really light up? What do I value? What do I want for myself, my family, and my community?

I knew that if I was going to pivot away from a corporate career - my “uncomfortable comfort zone” - and knowingly walk into the unknown, then I would need to create a business that would really be a balm to my soul. I needed something that would light me up, play to my strengths, and respect my nervous system. I needed to create a business that would serve me AND my community.

The Hive lives at the intersection of my joy, my strengths, and what my community needs.

I’ve infused my sources of joy into The Hive. Windchimes hang in the window. The lighting is warm and soft. The space caters to small, intimate gatherings.

I’m playing to my strengths. I love being the glue, bringing people together, supporting small businesses and my community.

My community needs more spaces where we can intentionally, and thoughtfully gather. We need a space where we can access the magic of other small businesses, right here in our backyard.

This is why, no matter how hard and scary this journey gets, I remain excited about The Hive. I hope you are, too. ❤️

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Fitchburg, WI
53711

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http://www.lovethehive.com/

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