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Being Part of Something Bigger Than Yourself

May 23, 2013 by focoblog

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A self-pronounced “Bug Geek,” Jenni Sorrentino has always had a fascination with microbes, viruses and bacteria. It’s no wonder that this interest has guided her through her educational and professional paths of biology and environmental health. After receiving her undergrad degree in biology, Jenni initially thought that her love for animals and biological processes would be best pursued in veterinary medicine, however, she soon realized that the operating room was not for her and that’s when she moved to Fort Collins, from Texas, to pursue her master’s degree in environmental health at CSU. This experience, combined with her experience working as an environmental health consultant, along with her food safety certification, have allowed her to be an essential asset to the FoCo Cafe team.

We have Facebook to thank for sending Jenni in the direction of the FoCo Cafe. She describes reading a suggested page on Facebook one day, and happening upon our page. Seeing that we are ALWAYS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS to help in any way they can, she jumped on board! Interestingly enough, Jenni had previously envisioned opening her own similar cafe years before, but she never believed it to be possible. So when she saw that it is happening, she wanted to be a part of it! She aims to help the FoCo Cafe in many ways, by assisting the cafe in standard operating procedures in food maintenance and handling, food safety training for volunteers, as well as writing training programs.

Jenni’s passion for non-profit work started when she was a child volunteering in food kitchens. She witnessed firsthand how difficult it was to see people go hungry, and she wanted to help combat hunger. Along with helping the FoCo Cafe, Jenni also works closely with the Fort Collins Food Rescue. In addition, she dreams to someday open up her own commissary kitchen where community members can come make food from local sources.

The importance of sitting down and enjoying a healthy and delicious meal is a highly valued event to Jenni. She says, “I always want to have dinner with the kids and my husband. There is no other time available through out the busy day where you have everyone’s undivided attention, it’s only when you sit down and eat together.” The conversation tends to be especially good when Jenni’s family enjoys her husband’s spaghetti and Italian sausage, she says it’s the best meal she knows!

When asked to provide a metaphor for the FoCo Cafe, Jenni responded, “It’s a big, round table with many different kinds of chairs around it.” A poignant picture, there’s no beginning or end to the table, no head for any one person to sit at to insinuate higher importance over anyone else at the table. Everyone comes to the table at the FoCo Cafe as equals, with their personalized chair (aka. history/background), which is what makes the Cafe such an essential community-builder/strengthener to the Fort Collins community.

 

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May 2013 Newsletter

May 7, 2013 by focoblog

CafeNews-May2013.pdf

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A Big Thanks for a Successful MayDay! MayDay! Event

May 4, 2013 by focoblog

The MayDay! MayDay! event was incredibly successful! Thanks to all who came out in the snow and packed the house! Special thanks to the staff at Odell Brewing Company for serving their tasty brews, Chefs Anthony and Marty and their wonderful crew serving food and donating ALL the proceeds, Switchman Sleepin’ for a great night of Grateful Dead tunes, Starbucks for generously providing alternative beverages, Project Something Good for making us smile with their mobile chalkboard, and all the dedicated volunteers who helped make the night spectacular! You can also find these photos on Facebook where you are welcome to share and tag.

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Community CheckUp with FoCo Cafe

May 1, 2013 by focoblog

Listen to a KRFC 88.9 FM! Community CheckUp radio show about the FoCo Cafe by clicking on the Community Checkup image below.

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Thanks Kim Sharpe for inviting us into the studio for this 5-minute check up! http://www.krfcfm.org/

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Collegian: FoCo Cafe fundraiser at Odell Brewing Company

May 1, 2013 by focoblog

Click on the link below to read an article in the Collegian about upcoming fundraiser for FoCo Cafe.

http://www.collegian.com/2013/05/01/foco-cafe-fundraiser-at-odell-brewing-company/

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Coloradoan: FoCo Cafe is Getting Closer to Permanent Space

April 25, 2013 by focoblog

Click on the link below to read an article in the Coloradoan about how FoCo Cafe is close in getting a permanent space in Fort Collins.

http://www.coloradoan.com/article/20130425/ENTERTAINMENT03/304250010/FoCo-Cafe-getting-closer-permanent-space?nclick_check=1

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MAYDAY Event for FoCo Cafe at Odell Brewing Company

April 9, 2013 by focoblog

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Come Thirsty and Hungry!

Help Us Pay the Rent!

 
When: Wed, May 1, 7-9:00 pm
Where: Odell Brewing Company
Music: Switchman Sleepin’ (Grateful Dead cover band playing acoustic just for us!)
Cost: No cover, $5 for one beer, $8 for two beers
Food: Chicken or beef fajitas with beans rice, and salsa available – just $8 – and all proceeds benefit FoCo Cafe! Alcohol alternative provided by Starbucks free of charge.
 
Please spread the word!
 
RSVPs are not required but if you are inclined, let us know you’re coming through Facebook and invite your friends!
 
Special thanks to Karla Baise and Odell Brewing Company, Chefs Marty and Anthony, Starbucks, and Switchman Sleepin’ for making this event possible! And to all the Cafe volunteers who helped to put this together and amaze us every day!

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April 2013 Newsletter

April 8, 2013 by focoblog

CafeNews-April2013.pdf

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Rocky Mountain Parent Magazine

April 4, 2013 by focoblog

RMParent website article called “Springing into a healthy season” writes about how northern Colorado is the perfect place to be as many initiatives and efforts exist to help residents get and stay healthier. One of the efforts mentioned is FoCo Cafe. Click on the link below to read the article.

http://rmparent.com/index.php/departments/community-news/263-springing-into-a-healthy-season

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Tale of Community: Kathleen Baumgardner at TEDxCSU

March 15, 2013 by focoblog

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. View the YouTube video to see Kathleen talk about FoCo Cafe in the “Tale of Community”.

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