Hello neighbors. Its been quiet an eventful week thus far dealing with the aftermath of Sandy. We are so fortunate to not have any major damage and our hearts go out to those who lost businesses and possibly loved ones.
We have been beyond busy here with so many folks not being able to get to work and we thank you for your understanding and patience as we try to keep things flowing smoothly with all the extra business coming in.
Just a heads up to all of those Stumptown Coffee fanatics that we will be using a new Roaster temorarily until further notice. The Stumptown Roastery in Red Hook was badly damaged from the storm and they lost all of their shipments. Obviously this will affect many businesses in the NY area as the Portland branches are trying to take up the slack. Still, they are at the mercy of flight schedules & Fed Ex shipments being backed up.
Until then we have found a wonderful local company, 40 Weight Coffee Roasters, to supply to us during this time and we would love your feedback on their product. This may be the start of us as a cafe being able to offer more variety to our customers. We will be bringing Stumptown back in the mix once they are up and running again. Until then we hope you enjoy our new coffee that we feel is on point with the quality that we have always provided.
Again, thanks for the faithful business and continued patience as we work through this together. Be safe. Be blessed. Be a blessing to others.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Welcome Fall!
I'm loving this wonderful, cooler weather & all the changes it brings. We are getting ready for & working on the recipes for our seasonal drink menu that will include some delicious lattes such as, Maple butter cream, Autumn Spice and as much as I hate to do it....Pumpkin pie. 'tis the season after all.
Stop by this week for some food, drinks & community. This weeks music includes:
Wed. Sept. 19th "ROOTS IN THE RAW" songwriters series with the wonderful Matt Frye as your host. Music starts at 7pm.
Fri. Sept. 21st , music starts at 8pm with Mike Higbee & Chris Q. Murphy
FUN, FREE & BYOB!
Stop by this week for some food, drinks & community. This weeks music includes:
Wed. Sept. 19th "ROOTS IN THE RAW" songwriters series with the wonderful Matt Frye as your host. Music starts at 7pm.
Fri. Sept. 21st , music starts at 8pm with Mike Higbee & Chris Q. Murphy
FUN, FREE & BYOB!
Friday, August 10, 2012
Drop that funky....beet?
Whats up friends. This weekend we don't have any music at the cafe. We will however be sharing in a wonderful night of music & community Saturday, Aug.11th at Korzo just a block over from us between 19th & 20th st.
Come out starting at 8pm for some great music & food. They will be introducing a new product, Beet Ketchup that goes great with their DEEP FRIED BURGERS!!! My new band will be playing along with some great friends. Hope to see you all there.
Come out starting at 8pm for some great music & food. They will be introducing a new product, Beet Ketchup that goes great with their DEEP FRIED BURGERS!!! My new band will be playing along with some great friends. Hope to see you all there.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Rheanna Downey this Friday!
Come one & all to Roots cafe this
Friday @ 8pm to delight yourselves in sweet & savory treats, superb coffee
drinks & stellar music!
This week are two dear friends of mine, husband & wife duo, Jason & Kanene Pipkin. They have such an amazing chemistry on stage & beautifully blending harmonies to match. There's no doubt of their love for one another & the music itself.
Not to worry though...they don't just sing a bunch of sappy love songs. Each song is cleverly crafted with a bit of wit & a lot of emotion as they...
Rheanna Downey’s primary strengths as a musician are her prolific, original songwriting and masterful guitar playing. People who stumble into one of her shows for the first time are instantly captivated, realizing that something unique and wonderful is occurring.
Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her affinity for music began on the keys of a piano at the age of eight. By her tenth birthday she was writing songs. She picked up her first guitar at 13, and began playing shows professionally within two years. In her late teens, a move to Fresno, California proved invaluable as the area’s local standout musicians further nurtured her emerging talent.
At 21, Rheanna moved to San Diego and began playing local venues such as Java Joe’s, a popular venue that gave artists like Jewel and Jason Mraz their professional starts. Since then, She has shared her gift with crowds across the globe, from Seattle to Stockholm. With several national tours under her belt, as well as 3 international tours (Italy, France, Sweden, Ireland, England, Scotland, Australia), it’s been an amazing ride so far.
Come be a part of this wonderful, talent filled evening & don't forget to bring along your friends & some adult beverages for yourself.
This week are two dear friends of mine, husband & wife duo, Jason & Kanene Pipkin. They have such an amazing chemistry on stage & beautifully blending harmonies to match. There's no doubt of their love for one another & the music itself.
Not to worry though...they don't just sing a bunch of sappy love songs. Each song is cleverly crafted with a bit of wit & a lot of emotion as they...
sing stories of their love, faith, travels & adventures.
Headlining the night is San Diego based, singer/songwriter, Rheanna Downey.
Rheanna Downey’s primary strengths as a musician are her prolific, original songwriting and masterful guitar playing. People who stumble into one of her shows for the first time are instantly captivated, realizing that something unique and wonderful is occurring.
Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her affinity for music began on the keys of a piano at the age of eight. By her tenth birthday she was writing songs. She picked up her first guitar at 13, and began playing shows professionally within two years. In her late teens, a move to Fresno, California proved invaluable as the area’s local standout musicians further nurtured her emerging talent.
At 21, Rheanna moved to San Diego and began playing local venues such as Java Joe’s, a popular venue that gave artists like Jewel and Jason Mraz their professional starts. Since then, She has shared her gift with crowds across the globe, from Seattle to Stockholm. With several national tours under her belt, as well as 3 international tours (Italy, France, Sweden, Ireland, England, Scotland, Australia), it’s been an amazing ride so far.
Come be a part of this wonderful, talent filled evening & don't forget to bring along your friends & some adult beverages for yourself.
Come in this week & see the new art work & enjoy some delicious food & coffee in comfort. As always, thanks for being a part of building this wonderful community!
Thursday, July 19, 2012
We are Family!
Hello family! In case you're unsure...that means you...yes, even you rude person;) I want to remind you all of a very special event, ROOTS FAMILY REUNION, this Sat. July 21st at LITTLEFIELD (622 Degraw st.) 7pm.
If you are a part of this community & want to celebrate how awesome this neighborhood is then make a point to be there! Bring all your family & friends along as well.
ROOTS FAMILY REUNION started a year ago as a way to say thanks to everyone, artist, musicians & regulars, for helping make the Roots Cafe community such a special thing. Without you guys we wouldn't be here or have a reason to gather & celebrate.
This year we have lined up some amazing talent to share their skills with all of you. Visual artist & musicians alike including: Dan Bindschedler, Matt Frye, That Moon, Young Decades, Brother/Sister, The Alex Mallett band, Gypsy George & the open road love affair, Chris Q. Murphy & the fiendish thingies, & Barnyard Brothers. Hosted by rhyme master & M.C., Rabbi Darkside!
This is a night of art showin', music playin' beer drinkin' & foot stompin'! Hope to see all your lovely faces their with bells & boots on! Again, this will be held at LITTLEFIELD (622 Degraw st. between 3rd & 4th ave.) This Saturday, July 21st.
If you are a part of this community & want to celebrate how awesome this neighborhood is then make a point to be there! Bring all your family & friends along as well.
ROOTS FAMILY REUNION started a year ago as a way to say thanks to everyone, artist, musicians & regulars, for helping make the Roots Cafe community such a special thing. Without you guys we wouldn't be here or have a reason to gather & celebrate.
This year we have lined up some amazing talent to share their skills with all of you. Visual artist & musicians alike including: Dan Bindschedler, Matt Frye, That Moon, Young Decades, Brother/Sister, The Alex Mallett band, Gypsy George & the open road love affair, Chris Q. Murphy & the fiendish thingies, & Barnyard Brothers. Hosted by rhyme master & M.C., Rabbi Darkside!
This is a night of art showin', music playin' beer drinkin' & foot stompin'! Hope to see all your lovely faces their with bells & boots on! Again, this will be held at LITTLEFIELD (622 Degraw st. between 3rd & 4th ave.) This Saturday, July 21st.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
THIS WEEK IS ROCKIN!!!
Hello friends, family & even foes (we love you anyway). Just wanted to share with you all the wonderful week of events we have at Roots & beyond.
Tonight, Wed. July 18th we have our "ROOTS IN THE RAW" hosted by the lovable, mustached man, Matt Frye. This is a stripped down acoustic music night with friends of the community. Check out the facebook invite for info. Music starts at 7pm!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/421813064528225/
This Friday we have a packed night of amazingly talented & unique artist performing. My good friend & regular patron to Roots, Chuck Myer has helped put together this stellar lineup of talent featuring: Sean!, Call me Ishmael, Bigawatt & Little, Big. Music starts at 7pm. Check the facebook link for more info.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/343154512428235/
Saturday night is a MUST ATTEND community music event. Roots Family Reunion celebrates the life of Roots Cafe & this wonderful neighborhood we live in. Last year we packed out southpaw with nearly 400 folks & we want to make this year just as big at Littlefield. (622 Degraw st.) Doors at 6:30, music starts at 7pm. There will be a multitude of local artist & musicians sharing the stage for this wonderful night. Check the facebook event for all details.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/118460264962381/
Tonight, Wed. July 18th we have our "ROOTS IN THE RAW" hosted by the lovable, mustached man, Matt Frye. This is a stripped down acoustic music night with friends of the community. Check out the facebook invite for info. Music starts at 7pm!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/421813064528225/
This Friday we have a packed night of amazingly talented & unique artist performing. My good friend & regular patron to Roots, Chuck Myer has helped put together this stellar lineup of talent featuring: Sean!, Call me Ishmael, Bigawatt & Little, Big. Music starts at 7pm. Check the facebook link for more info.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/343154512428235/
Saturday night is a MUST ATTEND community music event. Roots Family Reunion celebrates the life of Roots Cafe & this wonderful neighborhood we live in. Last year we packed out southpaw with nearly 400 folks & we want to make this year just as big at Littlefield. (622 Degraw st.) Doors at 6:30, music starts at 7pm. There will be a multitude of local artist & musicians sharing the stage for this wonderful night. Check the facebook event for all details.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/118460264962381/
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Roots Family Reunion is back!
Hey folks. Sorry its been so terribly long since I posted here. No music this weekend but please come by & try some of our delicious french toast with berry compote that we are now serving on Saturday & Sunday only.Also try our vegan & gluten free doughnuts by the amazing KPOW! She is a wizard that waves her magic wand over these pastries of hers & makes them into a treat for all! Try the glazed with sprinkles or the cinnamon sugar.
I'd like to go ahead & post a very special event we have coming up on Sat. July 21st at Littlefield. I will re post this next week to remind you all how very special it is. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
For those of you who were a part of this event last year, you know how truly special it was. We had live painting by Jake Nelson, eight local bands & the amazing Rabbi Darkside keeping the flow throughout the night! Close to 400 folks came out to be a part of the family ...& share in the love of this great neighborhood in which we live.
The name says it all. This is a community event celebrating the art & music of Roots cafe over the last three years. So many of you have helped create the special place that Roots is. This night is a way to say "Thank you" & in some way give back to you in the form of entertainment & good ol' fashioned gathering.
(Note, this event is at Littlefield, 622 Degraw, between 3rd & 4th ave.)
This year we have a stellar line up of visual artist & Musicians sharing their skills Including:
Local artist gallery featuring Dan Binschedler on cello.
(over 10 artist will be sharing their work for one night only. Come out early to see this & get a good spot for the music later. Drink specials will be flowing during this time!)
Music by:
Matt Frye / That Moon(featuring Justin Kilburn) / Brother/Sister(featuring Brother Hamm & Kohli Calhoun) / The Alex Mallet band / Gypsy George & the open road love affair / Chris Q. Murphy & the fiendish thingies / Barnyard Brothers
Master of ceremonies: Rabbi Darkside & Brother Hamm
The doors are @ 6:30. Artist gallery & music starts up at 7pm. Only $8 at the door + drink specials all night. We need to pack this place out & show them what the Roots family is all about. Can't wait to see your faces there!
(Again, this event is at Littlefield (not Roots), 622 Degraw, between 3rd & 4th ave.)
I'd like to go ahead & post a very special event we have coming up on Sat. July 21st at Littlefield. I will re post this next week to remind you all how very special it is. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
For those of you who were a part of this event last year, you know how truly special it was. We had live painting by Jake Nelson, eight local bands & the amazing Rabbi Darkside keeping the flow throughout the night! Close to 400 folks came out to be a part of the family ...& share in the love of this great neighborhood in which we live.
The name says it all. This is a community event celebrating the art & music of Roots cafe over the last three years. So many of you have helped create the special place that Roots is. This night is a way to say "Thank you" & in some way give back to you in the form of entertainment & good ol' fashioned gathering.
(Note, this event is at Littlefield, 622 Degraw, between 3rd & 4th ave.)
This year we have a stellar line up of visual artist & Musicians sharing their skills Including:
Local artist gallery featuring Dan Binschedler on cello.
(over 10 artist will be sharing their work for one night only. Come out early to see this & get a good spot for the music later. Drink specials will be flowing during this time!)
Music by:
Matt Frye / That Moon(featuring Justin Kilburn) / Brother/Sister(featuring Brother Hamm & Kohli Calhoun) / The Alex Mallet band / Gypsy George & the open road love affair / Chris Q. Murphy & the fiendish thingies / Barnyard Brothers
Master of ceremonies: Rabbi Darkside & Brother Hamm
The doors are @ 6:30. Artist gallery & music starts up at 7pm. Only $8 at the door + drink specials all night. We need to pack this place out & show them what the Roots family is all about. Can't wait to see your faces there!
(Again, this event is at Littlefield (not Roots), 622 Degraw, between 3rd & 4th ave.)
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)