Book Signing...Today!

Stop in today and visit with Matthew Ludwick about his brand-new autobiography. The book, entitled "Can You Hear What I Hear?", tells of his journey to overcome his disablity of hearing impairment and how he succeeded above and beyond his wildest dreams. Matthew will be here from 3pm. - 5pm. to sign his book and will also be available to answer any questions you may have.

A BRAZIL-iant Kids Day!

Many people expect learning to be reserved for week days and exciting adventures to brew on the weekends. At The Well, we blend fun and education every "Second Saturday" of the month! Saturday, September 11 will be our kickoff for "Second Saturdays," an event for K-6th graders from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Led by Carmen Zeisler, kids will learn about a different country each month with books, snacks and activities.

This month it's Brazil!



Brazil: Quick Facts
- The country houses the world’s largest remaining rain forest, the Amazon rain forest.
- A variety of tropical fruits such as mangoes, pineapples and bananas are grown in Brazil. Acai berry (a superfruit that looks much like a large blueberry) is also cultivated here.
- Brazil is also famous for its delicious coffee. (Source: buzzle.com)



Freshly brewed Brazil blend coffee will be available on September 11. This blend (a staff favorite and also available for purchase by the pound) is one of five kinds available from Mark's Brothers Big World Coffee Roasters. (Other blends are Peru, Tanzania, Dominican and Sulawesi.) The business, owned by two brothers, is "committed to not only finding the best coffee in the world, but to promote the livelihood and and well being of the producing farmers by paying at or above Fair Trade prices for all the coffee they roast and sell."
Mark's Brothers Coffee is centered around building relationships with coffee producers. Many times, these small family farmers are living in poverty and are unable to commute to the local market. They are forced to sell their produce to middle men at extremely low prices with no other options. Through direct relations with the producers, the business can avoid stipulations of Fair Trade certifications and ensure fair wages and quality standards. (Source: http://www.marksbrotherscoffee.com/about-us.html)



Annie Eskeldson will also be here at 9 a.m. to sign her book, "Ashi's Gift." Annie was inspired to write this book after countless hours of providing therapy for her Autistic daughter.
"I'd like to reach out to that Mom or Dad who is really struggling today and let them know that as an Autist, your child is wonderful and you are not alone," she said.
The book is part one of three. The sequels are anticipated to come out next year.
Source: http://www.authorannie.com/aboutme.htm
Receive a coupon for $5 off your next purchase at Daylight Donuts when you attend.

What a Concert!

I am pleased to welcome Jean Kennedy back to our stage, Friday, August 20th. Her music has been a coffee shop favorite and her talent has "wowed" staff and guests alike - no big surprise as she began performing at age 5. Her parents are career musicians making travel part of her childhood. Jean has been to 49 states and four European countries, though traveling to Italy is still in her goals. Jean is a guitar instructor at Sounds Great and often takes her breaks with us down at The Well where she predictably orders a tall dark chocolate mocha. She is also an adjunct professor at McPherson College. Though Jean spends a lot of time in McPherson, a big part of her spare time is spent with the youth at St. Luke's Presbyterian Church in Newton where she is the Jr. High and high school youth sponsor. Jean's music style is typically Jazz/Classical guitar with a few originals mixed in. The concert starts at 8pm with Jean sharing the evening with Chuck Vetter, own of Sounds Great, consistent refill coffee drinker and much anticipated performer. This will be a concert to remember as both these musicians have made a life out of their love of music. Come down, enjoy a piece of pie and a cup of coffee. You won't be disappointed!

New Movie Releases

We're excited to offer two much awaited movies. To Save a Life debuted in movie theaters last winter and has now come out on DVD for your home viewing pleasure. Tackling the hard issues of suicide, teen pregnancy and other issues plaguing our youth culture today, this PG13 movie is a great conversation starter either for families or small groups.
Producers of Fireproof and Facing the Giants have once again produced a family friendly film. Written about a boy struggling with cancer and inspired by a true story, Letters to God will warm your heart.
Both movies are available at The Well as well as study materials to compliment each of the movies.
What better way to spend a hot evening than watching a good movie in the air conditioning!?!