Author Archives: Dan Moris

About Dan Moris

With a background in communication, marketing, and management, Dan Moris currently serves at the Director of the soon-to-be built Sharing Spaces Kitchen. With an interest in community development, creation of a sustainable local foods network, and serving the needs of clients at the Opportunity Center, Dan seeks to enhance the lives and boost the local economy of southwest Wisconsin.

The Local Oven Celebrates Grand Opening

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Dan Moris

Last week was busy. Insane is a word tossed out there a lot, but it is probably pretty accurate to describe last week. But, it was worth it. After a successful first few days of our “soft opening”, we ramped … Continue reading →

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Open For Business!

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Dan Moris

Our building has been inspected and is now licensed for processing! Our in-house bakery will waste no time as they are already planning on baking pies, rolls, and other breads for a special pre-Thanksgiving sale on Wednesday at our retail … Continue reading →

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If There Were Ever A Week To “Go With The Flow…”

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Dan Moris

Allow me to get personal for a moment… I knew this week was going to be chaotic; this final week of construction of Sharing Spaces Kitchen. Getting ready for the launch of operations at the facility, including the brand new … Continue reading →

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One Week Away: Tours, Tours, Tours.

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Dan Moris

I love giving tours of the kitchen, even in its unfinished state. Each visit is filled with a variety of pleasant reactions. Wow! Eyes opened wide. Jaws dropping to the floor. “I’ve seen hundreds of kitchens, I wish they all … Continue reading →

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Light at the End of the Tunnel: Beginning the Finishing Touches

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Dan Moris

First of all, winter weather announced its presence in typical winter fashion this morning as Sharing Spaces Kitchen sees its first snowfall. Inside, the finishing touches are being applied, including signage, trim, ceiling tiles, and other fixtures. The majority of … Continue reading →

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Next Door at Opportunities Blooming: Salad Mix!

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Dan Moris

Next door to all of the Sharing Spaces Kitchen construction lies a much more serene atmosphere inside the Opportunities Blooming greenhouse. We began growing salad mix and heads of romaine lettuce. With a growing list of local institutional and individual … Continue reading →

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Photo Updates: Adding Some Color

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Dan Moris

We’re getting close. Very close. The light is at the end of the tunnel with the construction of Sharing Spaces Kitchen.  I have much more to write and add to this blog, but I want (err, need) to update the … Continue reading →

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Sharing Spaces Kitchen Aiming To Be Local Food Hub

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Dan Moris

Our nearly completed Sharing Spaces Kitchen was featured in this week’s Courier Press. In the article, I shared a crash course of all of the activity planned for the 7,000 square foot facility. From the article: “The Sharing Spaces Kitchen … Continue reading →

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Doors Are In, Walls Next

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Dan Moris

More photos from our Sharing Spaces Kitchen construction!

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We’re Waterproof! Photo Gallery

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Dan Moris

Here’s some photos from the last few days worth of construction. Next up, interior work with the walls and utilities. We’re purchasing our major food equipment this month, too. It’s so great to see tangible progress!

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