Standing Stone Coffee

Standing Stone Employees

Greg
Bio: "I'm co-owner of Standing Stone Coffee Company with my wife Jessie. I have quite the varied background: studied computer science and graphic design in college, went into campus ministry with CCO for 8 years at Penn State and Messiah College. While doing that I got a Masters in Higher Education and fell in love with college students and the communities where colleges are located. While at Messiah College I oversaw national and international service and mission projects and worked heavily in the field of Service Learning. I've travelled to many countries, seen many things, met incredible people, and have come to have a deep desire to work towards healing in the world. That's where the coffee shop comes in. We can't think of a better way to help people reconnect than through a local gathering place that helps connect you to the broader world."

Favorite Band: "U2"

Any Pets? "An incredible but semi-OCD dog named Chase, and two cats Ivan (aka "The Hurricane," or "The Terrible") and Lizzy (who came with the building, huddled in a corner in the basement)"

Craziest Place I've ever Been: "Ah, so many stories, but among the top would be 'guests of honor' at a birthday party for friends we just met in a tiny town near Cusco, Peru, eating pig stew with half of the pig still hanging behind us."

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: "The Three Cheese Celebration, a bowl of the Spinach Feta soup, and a fresh brewed mug of Brazil Mogiana Yellow Bourbon."


Jessie
Bio: "I'm the co-owner/operator of Standing Stone Coffee with my husband Greg. Originally hailing from Carlisle, PA I spent 6 years at Penn State becoming professionally trained as a Speech Pathologist. I'm currently keeping our heads above water by serving as a Speech Therapist in the Huntingdon school district. I then help out in the cafe as often as I can. Pottery, good books and movies, quality coffee and plenty of walks in the woods with their dog Chase help to keep me grounded. Where Greg is the dreamer, I'm the realist, so we make a great team for managing the cafe."

Favorite Band: "Nickel Creek"

Any Pets? " Ivan and Lizzie, two very obnoxious rescue cats. And of course, Chase, as Greg mentioned above."

Craziest Place I've ever Been: "Watching the sunset in Santorini, Greece."

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: "The breakfast quiches and a white cafe mocha"


John

Bio: "I'm a Juniata student studying Professional Writing and Politics. I'm involved with Kvasir, the student literary magazine, and WKVR, the campus radio station. I'm a big fan of tennis and soccer. Coffee is a major part of my life, a love affair, and I enjoy learning more about it. My favorite color is maroon."

Favorite Band: "Radiohead"

Any Pets? "At home I have a couple of pups"

Craziest Place I've Even Been: "Mexico - right over the border in Cuidad Juarez"

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: "Tuscan Beef Panini and a Frozen Mocha"


Lindsay
Bio: "Born and raised in the countryside of Kittanning, PA, I headed to Edinboro University of PA for a B.A. in Communication and Media Studies with a minor in Graphic Design. Now I serve with the CCO (Coalition for Christian Outreach) doing campus ministry at Juniata while partnering as a part time manager and graphic artist with SSCC! In my random spare time I enjoy the outdoors, photography, reading, traveling and yard saling."

Favorite Band: "Coldplay, John Mayer, Derek Webb, Louis Armstrong, and many others"

Any Pets? A dog named Sweetie

Craiziest Place I've Ever Been: "Groundhog Day, Punxatawny, PA February 2nd, 2008, Gobblers Nob with 30,000 people!"

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: The Toucan Panini and a Soy Latte


Elizabeth
Bio: "I am a junior at Juniata College and a member of Juniata's Women's Soccer team. I enjoy t the outdoors, hiking, kayaking, the whole works. If I could be anything when I grow up I would work with Duff in Ace of Cakes and be a cake specialist."

Favorite Band: "Its a tie between Kings of Leon and Matchbook Romance"

Any Pets? A black lab named Coaly

Craiziest Place I've Ever Been: "Kaolack, Senegal, Africa"

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: Fall Fest Panini and a Caramel Mocha


Damian

Bio: "I grew up in State College. I came back to Central PA after many years and places because of family and the sheer beauty of our mountains."

Favorite Band: "I like a lot of different music but mostly classical and jazz. I couldn't name a favorite."

Any Pets? "No pets, but I am a dog lover"

Craziest Place I've ever Been: "Downtown Newark, NJ walking alone at 2 in the morning."

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: Iced Latte ligh on the milk. The Spinach and Feta soup can't be beat.


Molly
Bio: "Hi! I'm Molly, I'm 20 years old. I grew up in Huntingdon all my life. I attend George Mason University in Virginia, and I work at Standing Stone on my breaks from school."

Favorite Band: "Currently: Vampire Weekend, although it changes somewhat frequently."

Any Pets? "Yes, one cat, Buster."

Craziest Place I've Even Been: "Come June, South Africa!!"

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: "Mozz & Tomato Panini & a Vanilla Latte"


Priscilla
Bio: "The phrase 'Jack of all trades, master of none' could easily describe my many work experiences. I have been a high school girls volleyball coach in Huntingdon for the past 18 years. 8 years ago I added the boys team to my list of duties. Sunday I can be found playing the organ for the St. James Lutheran Church. Some Saturdays I work as a clerk for my father-in-law's auctioneering business. And before starting this new adventure, I substituted for the school district as a para professional assisting children with disabilities. I am married, almost 30 years, and have 3 children. I enjoy outdoor activites and arts and crafts projects."

Favorite Band: "Suzanne VonLiebig and the Halbritters"

Craziest Place I've Ever Been: "New York City metro transportation system and Yankee Stadium"

Favorite SSCC Food and Drink: "Ham and Asparagus Meltdown and a Mango Sunrise Smoothie"


Our Other Staff Who Have Yet to Post Their Bios:
Kim
Claudia
Lisa
Lauren
Bess
and Jen