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The annual fundraiser for The Caspar Community Center happened on Sunday, July 21st...and Thanksgiving Coffee Company was there!
Jennifer and Joe serving Thanksgiving Coffee
CasparFest 2024
The annual major fundraiser for The Caspar Community Center “CasparFest” happened on Sunday the 21st... and Thanksgiving Coffee Company was there! Hundreds of attendees including the local “Casparados” were in attendance with many other friends from around the area and tourists as well.
The town of Caspar, a former lumber mill and cattle ranch, is a small community, halfway between Fort Bragg and the Village of Mendocino, surrounded on three sides by CA State Parks (Jughandle, Jackson State Demonstration Forest and Russian Gulch) and the fourth side is bordered by the Pacific Ocean. Officially, Caspar is an unincorporated part of Mendocino County with a population of about 500 as per the 2020 census. I'm almost positive that every single one of them was there - either helping to make food, serve guests, or helping in other ways to make the magic happen at this largest single fundraiser for their Community Center annually.
Jennifer Brown and Joe Seta at the Thanksgiving Coffee Company booth
Caspar Community Center in full festivities
The Casper Community Center is really the town hub offering an array of classes and a location for events, including concerts, community breakfasts, meetings, and much more.
There was an abundance of vendors. food and music all day from bluegrass, Americana, salsa, folk, Jazz, and other ethnic music with many types of dance including youth from Caspar Ballet and Grupo Folklorico, and general boogieing for 8 hours. Music provided by Tropiqueño, Gwyneth Moreland and Angie Heimann, The Old Growth Jazz Club, and Whiskey Wristwatch.
Tropiqueño inciting the dancers to groove!
Upcoming Community Summer 2024 Events for Thanksgiving Coffee Company
- Mendocino Music Festival - now through July 28 on the Mendocino Headlands
- Art in the Gardens - August 3rd and 4th at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
- Summer Gardens Concerts with Mendocino Woodwinds Quartet and the Bob Ayres Big Band on Sunday, August 11
- Great Day in Elk, August 24, at the Community Center in Elk/Greenwood
- Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg over the Labor Day Weekend
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Redwood Coast Recreation Center Benefit
On Saturday, August 17, a benefit was held in the Sea Ranch Del Mar Center to help raise funds for the Redwood Coast Recreation Center which was lost in a tragic arson fire. This event was joyous and delicious with an array of sweet treats and decadent cheeses, to pair with wine and, of course, great coffee from us.
Cheeses From Penny Royal Farm, Valley Ford Creamery, Marin French Cheese, and Bohemian Creamery
Wines from Handley Cellars, Woodenhead, Wild Hog, Fort Ross, and Pacific Sar Wineries
Desserts from Franny's Cup and Saucer
Goodies from Trinks Cafe and 2 Fish Bakeries
Thanksgiving Coffee provided a tasty lineup, including:- A single origin light roast from Guatemala
- A medium roast blend with our award-winning Mocha Java
- Our SongBird Colombian dark roast, plus
- A delicious decaffeinated offering – Royal Decaf.
Once the attendees were fed and well caffeinated, the silent auction was where the bulk of the funds were raised, including artisan jewelry, woodwork, textile and glass art, plus cases of wine.The beautiful surroundings were most appreciated and, even though we had a rare summer drizzle (more than the expected coastal weather of “Fogust”), the sun broke through at the end and sent us all heading home with appreciation and looking forward to the return of the Redwood Coast Recreation Center.Upcoming Community Events for Thanksgiving Coffee Company
- Great Day in Elk, August 24, at the Community Center in Elk/Greenwood
- Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg over the Labor Day Weekend
Redwood Coast Recreation Center Benefit
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The largest annual fundraiser for The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens happened on Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th... and Thanksgiving Coffee Company was there!
Art in The Gardens 2024
The 31st year of Art in the Gardens was a special weekend which brought together a diverse audience, including art enthusiasts, music lovers, local community members, and dedicated volunteers. Visitors were able to see the stunning dahlias in full bloom, enjoy local beer, wine, food, coffee, live music, ariel and dance performances, and support various artisans who generously donate a portion of their sales to the Gardens.
With more than 2,200 visitors and generous donors contributing a total of $74,367.96 (after expenses!) it's clear that Art in the Gardens continues to be a resounding success. This level of support is a testament to the event's popularity and the strong backing of the community. The funds raised will undoubtedly have a significant positive impact on the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, allowing for continued growth and improvements.
Jennifer Brown at the Thanksgiving Coffee Company booth
Art in The Gardens in full swing
"47 Acres to the Sea", the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens is a local treasure!
Circus Mecca took flight!
Upcoming Community Events for Thanksgiving Coffee Company
- Great Day in Elk, August 24, at the Community Center in Elk/Greenwood
- Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg over the Labor Day Weekend
Art in The Gardens 2024
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The 53rd annual World's Largest Salmon BBQ happened again this year on July 6th, and once again - Thanksgiving Coffee Company was there.
Carlos Hernandez & Sienna Reno enjoying Thanksgiving Coffee
The 53rd annual World's Largest Salmon BBQ
This annual event raises funds for restoring salmon habitat with the goal of returning the salmon population to a sustainable balance. Currently, the salmon fishing season is closed in California for the second year in a row to allow the salmon population to rebuild. It has been deeply affected over the last several years due to drought, spawning ground habitat damage, and other factors. For the second year in a row the half-ton of salmon that was donated for the BBQ originated from Alaska. Dozens of local and regional sponsors come together to make this event happen!
We introduced Nitro Coffee with a creamy mouthfeel and cooling chill!
In addition to serving hot specialty coffee as usual, we raised our game by serving multiple gallons of 4 varieties - Ethiopian Natural light roast, Paul's Blend medium roast, Noyo Harbor French very dark roast, and Royal Decaf. Additionally, nearly 3000 attendees were introduced to our new Nitro cold coffee with its creamy mouthfeel and cooling chill!
Jennifer Brown at the Thanksgiving Coffee Company Booth
It was a very hot day, by Fort Bragg standards (about 75°) so many of the attendees requested to enjoy their coffee over ice, and we were happy to oblige. Jennifer and I made everyone feel welcome and well caffeinated. Two other local B Corporations were represented as well; North Coast Brewing Company and Bonterra organic wines.
The very happy Bonterra Organic Estates wines booth, another B Corp in Mendocino County.
The North Coast Brewing Company booth
One of the acts "West of Nowhere" featuring from left to right; Dan Mello, Phil Dunn, Sean Van Buskirk
It's our annual privilege to build a pop-up coffee shop in the middle of a field on the shores of Noyo Harbor, but this year I took it to an even higher level - I emceed the event, thanking the dozens of sponsors and introducing the 10 acts that performed that day.
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Joe Seta as Emcee of the Salmon BBQ this year. Photo by Eric Fngal
The Worlds Largest Salmon BBQ 2024
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Winesong - Local Healthcare Benefit
Winesong is a local fundraiser for our healthcare foundation, supporting the medical needs of the Mendocino Coast. We have been participating annually for at least 37 years because of the importance of healthcare in our rural area. The event takes place in the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 47 acres of extraordinary flora from Highway 1 right down to the sea.
This is not a small event – dozens of wineries, restaurants, artists, and musicians come together to entertain the guests for several hours prior to the main event, which is a grand live auction. This year the goal was to raise $200,000 in the auction in 90 minutes. They did exactly that. This year’s Fund-a-Need targeted nursing education – to train and retain nurses in our area – which is one of the greatest needs we have.
We have been participating annually for at least 37 years
Thanksgiving had a new location for this year. We were inside the main auction tent, right in the heart of the action. We had tremendous exposure with our canopy displaying proudly during the auction. We expanded our offerings this year to include espresso drinks and cold brew, in addition to several varieties of drip coffee. The weather is always a factor, so the ability to pivot from hot to cold was very helpful.
We fielded a great team and had a lot of fun representing our company for a great cause. It makes us feel better knowing that we are really contributing to our community while having such a wonderful time.
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Winesong 2023 - Local Healthcare Benefit
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Redwood Coast Recreation Center Benefit
On Saturday, August 17, a benefit was held in the Sea Ranch Del Mar Center to help raise funds for the Redwood Coast Recreation Center which was lost in a tragic arson fire. This event was joyous and delicious with an array of sweet treats and decadent cheeses, to pair with wine and, of course, great coffee from us.
Cheeses From Penny Royal Farm, Valley Ford Creamery, Marin French Cheese, and Bohemian Creamery
Wines from Handley Cellars, Woodenhead, Wild Hog, Fort Ross, and Pacific Sar Wineries
Desserts from Franny's Cup and Saucer
Goodies from Trinks Cafe and 2 Fish Bakeries
- A single origin light roast from Guatemala
- A medium roast blend with our award-winning Mocha Java
- Our SongBird Colombian dark roast, plus
- A delicious decaffeinated offering – Royal Decaf.
Upcoming Community Events for Thanksgiving Coffee Company
- Great Day in Elk, August 24, at the Community Center in Elk/Greenwood
- Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg over the Labor Day Weekend
Redwood Coast Recreation Center Benefit
read more
The largest annual fundraiser for The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens happened on Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th... and Thanksgiving Coffee Company was there!
Art in The Gardens 2024
The 31st year of Art in the Gardens was a special weekend which brought together a diverse audience, including art enthusiasts, music lovers, local community members, and dedicated volunteers. Visitors were able to see the stunning dahlias in full bloom, enjoy local beer, wine, food, coffee, live music, ariel and dance performances, and support various artisans who generously donate a portion of their sales to the Gardens.
With more than 2,200 visitors and generous donors contributing a total of $74,367.96 (after expenses!) it's clear that Art in the Gardens continues to be a resounding success. This level of support is a testament to the event's popularity and the strong backing of the community. The funds raised will undoubtedly have a significant positive impact on the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, allowing for continued growth and improvements.
Jennifer Brown at the Thanksgiving Coffee Company booth
Art in The Gardens in full swing
"47 Acres to the Sea", the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens is a local treasure!
Circus Mecca took flight!
Upcoming Community Events for Thanksgiving Coffee Company
- Great Day in Elk, August 24, at the Community Center in Elk/Greenwood
- Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg over the Labor Day Weekend
Art in The Gardens 2024
read more
Redwood Coast Recreation Center Benefit
On Saturday, August 17, a benefit was held in the Sea Ranch Del Mar Center to help raise funds for the Redwood Coast Recreation Center which was lost in a tragic arson fire. This event was joyous and delicious with an array of sweet treats and decadent cheeses, to pair with wine and, of course, great coffee from us.
Cheeses From Penny Royal Farm, Valley Ford Creamery, Marin French Cheese, and Bohemian Creamery
Wines from Handley Cellars, Woodenhead, Wild Hog, Fort Ross, and Pacific Sar Wineries
Desserts from Franny's Cup and Saucer
Goodies from Trinks Cafe and 2 Fish Bakeries
- A single origin light roast from Guatemala
- A medium roast blend with our award-winning Mocha Java
- Our SongBird Colombian dark roast, plus
- A delicious decaffeinated offering – Royal Decaf.
Upcoming Community Events for Thanksgiving Coffee Company
- Great Day in Elk, August 24, at the Community Center in Elk/Greenwood
- Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg over the Labor Day Weekend
Redwood Coast Recreation Center Benefit
read more
The largest annual fundraiser for The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens happened on Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th... and Thanksgiving Coffee Company was there!
Art in The Gardens 2024
The 31st year of Art in the Gardens was a special weekend which brought together a diverse audience, including art enthusiasts, music lovers, local community members, and dedicated volunteers. Visitors were able to see the stunning dahlias in full bloom, enjoy local beer, wine, food, coffee, live music, ariel and dance performances, and support various artisans who generously donate a portion of their sales to the Gardens.
With more than 2,200 visitors and generous donors contributing a total of $74,367.96 (after expenses!) it's clear that Art in the Gardens continues to be a resounding success. This level of support is a testament to the event's popularity and the strong backing of the community. The funds raised will undoubtedly have a significant positive impact on the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, allowing for continued growth and improvements.
Jennifer Brown at the Thanksgiving Coffee Company booth
Art in The Gardens in full swing
"47 Acres to the Sea", the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens is a local treasure!
Circus Mecca took flight!
Upcoming Community Events for Thanksgiving Coffee Company
- Great Day in Elk, August 24, at the Community Center in Elk/Greenwood
- Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg over the Labor Day Weekend
Art in The Gardens 2024
read more
The 53rd annual World's Largest Salmon BBQ happened again this year on July 6th, and once again - Thanksgiving Coffee Company was there.
Carlos Hernandez & Sienna Reno enjoying Thanksgiving Coffee
The 53rd annual World's Largest Salmon BBQ
This annual event raises funds for restoring salmon habitat with the goal of returning the salmon population to a sustainable balance. Currently, the salmon fishing season is closed in California for the second year in a row to allow the salmon population to rebuild. It has been deeply affected over the last several years due to drought, spawning ground habitat damage, and other factors. For the second year in a row the half-ton of salmon that was donated for the BBQ originated from Alaska. Dozens of local and regional sponsors come together to make this event happen!
We introduced Nitro Coffee with a creamy mouthfeel and cooling chill!
In addition to serving hot specialty coffee as usual, we raised our game by serving multiple gallons of 4 varieties - Ethiopian Natural light roast, Paul's Blend medium roast, Noyo Harbor French very dark roast, and Royal Decaf. Additionally, nearly 3000 attendees were introduced to our new Nitro cold coffee with its creamy mouthfeel and cooling chill!
Jennifer Brown at the Thanksgiving Coffee Company Booth
It was a very hot day, by Fort Bragg standards (about 75°) so many of the attendees requested to enjoy their coffee over ice, and we were happy to oblige. Jennifer and I made everyone feel welcome and well caffeinated. Two other local B Corporations were represented as well; North Coast Brewing Company and Bonterra organic wines.
The very happy Bonterra Organic Estates wines booth, another B Corp in Mendocino County.
The North Coast Brewing Company booth
One of the acts "West of Nowhere" featuring from left to right; Dan Mello, Phil Dunn, Sean Van Buskirk
It's our annual privilege to build a pop-up coffee shop in the middle of a field on the shores of Noyo Harbor, but this year I took it to an even higher level - I emceed the event, thanking the dozens of sponsors and introducing the 10 acts that performed that day.
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Joe Seta as Emcee of the Salmon BBQ this year. Photo by Eric Fngal