News from Hi Point Coffee and Cafe 7/21/11

I do believe these are the dog days of summer. I'm not totally sure what that's supposed to mean, but here I'll presume it means being deep in the throws of vacation, lots of quality pool time and sunburns, listening to the nightly cricket song and smelling the oh-so-wonderful bbq. It seems to me there is a tiny window of time that it's finally, truly summer, but not back-to-school just yet. And that's where we are folks. This is the time for leisurely morning lattes, chilly afternoon frappes, running in sprinklers and watching sunsets. Enjoy!! :) So...news. We're trying out a new thing with the hours to solve a conundrum. Our evening music events are starting at 8pm and going to 10pm now since we noticed this is just better for business, especially during the summer. However, it's not affordable to stay open during the interim hours. So, on the music days we will still close at 4 and then the evening crew will come in at 7:30 to get set up for the shows at 8pm. What else? Chord Soup tonight, the two Justins tomorrow and book club this Sunday! Plus a new featured coffee and of course Sunday Brunch. Check it out below! Thanks for all you do and I hope to see you soon! :) Sarah New Coffee Featured at Hi Point! Our roaster, Wood-Fire Roasted Coffee, is celebrating 10 years of great roasting in Reno, NV.He's made a very special Anniversary Blend and we're brewing this up for as long as its available. It's certified Organically Grown and Fair Trade. It's tasting notes are predominately chocolate and orange spice, with pralines, vanilla and caramel. It's delicious and I wouldn't expect anything less from Tim. Congratulations on 10 years, Tim! :)  Hi Point's New Summer Menu for Lunch and Breakfast! We're doing new menus to reflect the seasons. Check out the new summer menu posted here ! Sunday Brunch  Lemon ricotta pancakes topped with a honey and goat cheese topping, served with glazed bacon and a fresh berry and kiwi salad. Refreshing, delicious and a total treat to the palate!  Music Schedules this Week... July 21st 8-10pm Blues jam night with Chord Soup! Music should be absolutely great, so plan to come listen!  If you'd like to perform on Thursday night, email Randal Wilder at coffeehousegig@rocketmail.com. I think there are a few slots left or if not, you can get in queue for another night. Randal will get you in touch with the hosts for the various events.  July 22nd 8pm - 10pm  Justin McMahon and Justin Ferran   http://www.reverbnation.com/justinmcmahon  $5 cover. Purchase online for $6 (includes $1 processing fee) Online ticket sales at:$8 at the door. http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=kzpn8gdab&oeidk=a07e420kqyrc5f9ca3d  UP Coming Shows... Next Thursday, July 28th Jazz Night Jam Session 8-10pm with Mac Esposito If you love jazz, this is your night!!  Book club for this Sunday! 2-4pm   We're discussing the "The Cellist of Sarajevo" by Steven Galloway. This book is about community and humanity in the face of war in Sarajevo. It's reviewed as thought-provoking, haunting, challenging and engrossing. A short novel with a powerful and poignant story to tell. Definitely a worthy choice!   Beer and Wine List Reds Scout 2008 Russian River - Merlot   Four Vines 2008 California - Zinfandel   Flaco 2009 Spain - Tempernillo    Le Lapin Paso Robles - Multiplicity       Whites Four Vines 2009 California - Chardonnay    Lonen 2007 Napa - Chardonnay    Zestos Blanco 2009 Spain - Marda   Belasco de Baquedano Rosa  - Malbec   Sparkling Trevisiol Proseco $7   Beers $4     Sweet Grass Pale Ale - Grand Teton Brewery  Hop Box IPA    Death Valley Pale Ale - Indian Wells Brewery Mojave Red Amber - Indian Wells Brewery Jamaican Stout Bitch Creek Brown Ale - Grand Teton Brewery Black Out Stout - Indian Wells Brewery   Pabst Blue Ribbon $2 Persephone Imperial Pilsner - Grand Teton Brewery  $12 Newsletter Photography!! Ian Kahler is our resident photographer, supplying all these awesome shots of Hi Point. We're gonna try to keep it fresh, adding new photography all the time. I'm so grateful to you, Ian! :) You can check him out at  http://westynimages.zenfolio.com