Standing Stone Coffee

Upcoming Events

Friday, September 3, 2010

  • Dreams and Bones - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    This regional acoustic trio formed in the fall of 2009. Their songs are a mix of original Americana compositions, classic folk tunes and acoustic rock from the past four decades. Their unique blend of instrumental arrangements and vocal harmonies are both tasteful and powerful. Paul Brigman (Guitar, Vocals) has been playing for a number years in various State College venues. Virginia Meadows (Guitar, Vocals) is a Juniata College grad and has since picked up guitar and has performed through various projects since Dan Thompson (Upright Bass) is a native Brit. He has been in numerous bands in England for the past 10 years. He in an accomplished bower and a musical genius. He is currently a math professor at PSU.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

  • Team Trivia Competition - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    Cost $10 per table:
    Each table at the café will be a team competing for Standing Stone Coffee Prizes including free drinks, free desserts, gift certificates and more. So form your team and sign up ahead of time at the shop to hold your table for this night of fun and challenge.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

  • Intro to Coffee Cupping - 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Cost: $5.00
    Come learn about the nuances and qualities of coffee and how it ends up in your cup. You’ll have the opportunity to practice the coffee sampling technique called “cupping,” while sipping on some of Standing Stone’s favorites. Light snacks will also be provided. 14 seats are available, please sign up at the counter.

    Note: If you are concerned about caffeine late at night, cupping is similar to wine tasting. Actually consuming the coffee is your choice.




Monday, September 20, 2010

  • Health and Wellness Association Fundraiser Day
    Join us in making a difference in our community. 15% of all proceeds from the day’s sales will be donated to the Health and Wellness Association.

Saturday, September 25, 2010

  • Home Brewing Techniques - 8:30 am-10:30 am
    Cost: $5.00
    Are you wanting to know how to brew the best coffee you can at home? Or are you interested in alternative brewing techniques than your normal drip brew machine? Join us to learn about the art and options for quality home brewing. We’ll cover alternative brewing options, getting the most out of your cup, and how to choose a coffee or coffees right for you and your guests. There will be taste testing and a light snack provided.


  • Brooke Annibale - In Concert - 7:30 pm-10:00 pm
    Pittsburgh native Brooke Annibale’s music is best described as acoustic pop-folk infused with a little bit of blues. Her unique style and guitar playing helps her stand out from the crowd of singer-songwriters. At 23 years old, she has released two full length albums, starting with Memories in Melody in 2005 and The In Between in 2008. Since graduating from Belmont University in Nashville in 2009, she’s been pursuing her music career full time in her hometown. Currently, Brooke is working on a new album while maintaining a very busy performance schedule. More on Brooke: www.brookeannibale.com


Wednesday, October 6, 2010

  • Roasting Demonstration - 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Cost: $5.00
    Learn more about how coffee moves from farm to cup while engaging in a series of roasts at the shop. Sip coffees from different origins and learn about the decisions that went into the hows and whys we roast our coffees the way we do. We’ll also discuss in more detail the differences between coffee labeling from Fair Trade to Rain Forest Alliance, and washed arabica to triple-picked peaberry.




Friday, October 8, 2010

  • Joy Ike - In Concert - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    Singer/songwriter Joy Ike has found herself in the most unexpected of places – living and performing as a full-time touring musician. If you had asked her 5 years ago where she thought she’d be in 2010, her honest answer would have been, “Ummm…I dunno”. But the new decade has dealt Ike some interesting surprises…including being voted Pittsburgh City Paper’s Best Solo Artist for the second year in a row, opening for a number of national touring acts, playing at Philadelphia’s Lilith Fair, and a recent write-up and radio spot on NPR’s (National Public Radio) All Things Considered.

    Her fans have compared her vocally to Corinne Bailey Rae and Norah Jones, stylistically to Fiona Apple and Laura Nyro, and have said that her ambiance is much like that of India Aire and Lizz Wright. “Honestly”, she says, “I don’t really spend much time listening to any of the above.” She credits much of her musical influence to more modern acts including her two favorite female artists Sara Groves and Brooke Waggoner, and independent artists Aqualung, Death Cab for Cutie, and Sufjan Stevens. “I really just love soul music and I think soul music has less to do with how a song sounds and more to do with the emotion behind it. I think that’s why these artists mean so much to me.”

    Ike’s music has continually been noted for its lyrical depth- addressing the human condition, thoughts on love, and the search for God in a very tangible way. Standing Stone Coffee welcomes her back for a 3rd show, because we just can’t get enough. Learn more about Joy at www.joyike.com.

Saturday, October 9, 2010

  • Team Trivia Competition - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    Cost $10 per table:
    Each table at the café will be a team competing for Standing Stone Coffee Prizes including free drinks, free desserts, gift certificates and more. So form your team (4 people) and sign up ahead of time at the shop to hold your table for this night of fun and challenge.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

  • Krista Hammaker - In Concert - 7:30 pm-10:00 pm
    In the fall of 2009 Juniata held a Battle the Bands on campus. Many groups and individuals competed for the honoring prize of being the best performers on campus. Along with that an additional prize was the opportunity to play a live show at Standing Stone Coffee. The first place winners were a heavy metal group that didn’t really feel their style would fit at the shop. So they passed that opportunity on to Krista, the 2nd place winner. In March 2010 we hosted her at the shop. Almost immediately we were set in awe by her warming voice and giftedness on guitar. As we listened more we were impressed with her depth and thoughtfulness in her song choices and lyrical writing. We knew we wanted her back. So, join us for another enjoyable night of Krista and some of her JC friends.

Friday, October 29, 2010

  • Cameron Blake - In Concert - 7:30 pm-10:00 pm
    For Blake, growing up in rural Michigan meant dealing with lots of snow, cattle farms fumigating the air, and time spent with trees, grass, and creeks. Some might call these his "folk" roots. However, Cameron was also listening to his parents’ records of classical music and developing tastes for composers such as Bartok, Prokofiev, and Debussy. He took a liking to the violin at the age of 12, practiced really hard, and eventually received a Master’s degree from the Peabody Conservatory of Music.

    While at the conservatory, Blake lost himself in the guts and glamour of Baltimore city. He knew he needed a change of artistic landscape; he stumbled across the music of Bob Dylan, which became a major source of inspiration. Like his new found hero, Cameron quickly taught himself how to sing, play the piano and guitar, and began writing songs.

    In 2007, he formed a band and has since written and recorded two albums: Over and Over (2008) and En Route (2009). Both received positive reviews and as one writer described it “managed to work a perfect balance of folk, pop and rock with profound lyrics that have a deeper meaning than your run of the mill love song” (Revue Magazine). En Route was selected by Tinderbox Music for a national college radio campaign, receiving heavy airplay and its single “On My Way to Jordan” took 1st place in folk on ourstage.com. The album’s other single “Fit Right In” was recently set to a music video directed by local filmmaker Michael Faulkner.

    The artistry and charisma of Cameron’s live performances have enabled him to perform in numerous venues throughout the East Coast, Texas, Michigan, Paris, France, and now Huntingdon, PA. www.cameronblakemusic.com

Thursday, November 4, 2010

  • Intro to Espresso - 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Cost: $5.00
    Join us at the bar for a tasty class on espresso. We will cover the history, culture and process of developing the perfect espresso. And of course there will be samples and demonstrations involved, including our own explorations into Latte Art and developing fresh new drinks.

    Class size is limited to 6, please call ahead to reserve your spot, or sign up at the counter.

Friday, November 5, 2010

  • Team Trivia Competition - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    Cost $10 per table:
    Each table at the café will be a team competing for Standing Stone Coffee Prizes including free drinks, free desserts, gift certificates and more. So form your team (4 people) and sign up ahead of time at the shop to hold your table for this night of fun and challenge.

Saturday, November 6, 2010

  • Donegal Ridge Celtic Trio - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    Out of the Lancaster area, Donegal Ridge, a unique group of flute/pennywistle, guitar/vocal & cello, performs traditional Irish, celtic, folk & originals. Their repertoire includes a variety of music from Turlough O’Carolan (the “Bach” of Irish music), traditional folk tunes and songs, to contemporary pieces from Jethro Tull, the Beatles & others. High energy, virtuosic playing of their instruments, to story-telling through songs, & yes, even bawdy ballads consistently holds audiences captive. Donegal Ridge has opened for bands including Gaelic Storm, Ritchie Blackmore & Blackmore's Night, Bela Fleck, Grey Eye Glances & others.

    They have recorded two CD's, "Piper's Dream" (Wyndfall 2002) & "A Second Wynd" (Wyndfall 2004). Their CD "Conversations" won "Best Instrumental Album" in the 2002 Just Plain Folks Awards -- which is the largest independent music awards. The criteria they use is, "does the music move me?" Tom's compositions have also won awards ranging from being in the top 20 of the '02 Grammies, to National Endowment for the Arts awards (2004-2008) for his work with youth in theatre. Wyndfall's original compositions have been featured in several theater productions, including "Heart Lights Suite" (Marie Wenger), the Pittsburgh Children’s Museum Theater & featured on several radio programs & compilation CD's.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

  • The World of Coffee: The History, Economics and Cu - 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Cost: Free
    Coming in as the second largest traded commodity in the world (oil being the 1st) coffee comes with a fascinating history involving the very rising and falling of empires. Known as “Black Gold” coffee also has a sketch past and present when it comes to labor practices, market control, environmental stewardship and international decision making a trends. Join us for a conversation that affects millions of lives who are both making and partaking in this fascinating beverage, while sipping some of our own favorite brews. 8 seats are available, please call ahead or sign up at the counter.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

  • Ameranouche - In Concert - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    This show is not to be missed!
    Ameranouche formed in 2004 and has played venues from the prestigious JVC Newport Jazz Festival and Djangofest Northwest, to busking and club gigs throughout New England, the Mid Atlantic and the South, including tours through Midwest and Southern regions. This award winning trio features the melodic virtuosity of guitarist Richard Sheppard, the vehement rhythm chops of guitarist Ryan Flaherty and the dulcet low end of upright bassist Xar Adelberg. Together, this rip-roaring ensemble is a super force of hot acoustic jazz, sometimes referred to as hot swing or Gypsy jazz. The contrast of other influences like American Soul music, Flamenco and Bop are what give the fast fingered trio such a recognizable sound. All played on acoustic instruments, the music is rhythmic, vigorous and strangely elegant. It’s hard to believe only three people are creating such a big sound. Check them out at www.ameranouche.com.

    This event will be open to everyone, but guaranteed seating will be by reservation only. A table of 2 will be $12, and a table of 4 will be $24. The table of 6 will be $36. Seating at the bar will be $6 per seat. Please call ahead to reserve your seating preference.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

  • Coffee Cupping 201 - Making Your Own Blend - 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Cost: $5.00
    For those of you who have gone through the Intro to Cupping class, this is an opportunity to gather in round table and take your coffee tasting skills to the next level. You will have the opportunity to practice what you learned in the first class and cup a variety of coffees of your choice, and then see what happens when you start blending those tastes and aromas together. Light snacks will be provided. 14 seats are available, please sign up at the counter.

Friday, December 10, 2010

  • Christmas Party w/The Beggar Folk - 7:30 pm-9:30 pm
    The Beggar Folk are Josh and Trista Lamb, a band of folk singer-songwriters from Lancaster, Pa. Their music is mellow and intimate—finger-picking, warm harmonies, and thoughtful lyrics. Their distinct blend of modern folk+old country lends a natural avenue to their strong storytelling and minimalist roots. Classically trained and seasoned instrumentalists, recent additions Taylor Brandt & Meredith Shaub (violins) & Allison Farris (cello) bring new depth to The Beggar Folk's emotionally driven writings. Their ability to personally connect with each song and translate lyrics to strings is both rare and highly moving. After a 7 month stint of living in Egypt, Josh and Trista just moved to PA this past June and have been spending their days writing, performing, networking and enjoying the beauty of all that Lancaster has to offer. For more: www.myspace.com/thebeggarfolk

Saturday, December 18, 2010

  • Team Trivia Competition - 8:00 pm-10:30 pm
    Cost $10 per table:
    Each table at the café will be a team competing for Standing Stone Coffee Prizes including free drinks, free desserts, gift certificates and more. So form your team (4 people) and sign up ahead of time at the shop to hold your table for this night of fun and challenge.