An Inspirational Tour of Higher Grounds

An Inspirational Tour of Higher Grounds

When we planned our tour of Higher Grounds’ Roastery and Coffee Bar in Traverse City, MI this past weekend we had no idea that this year marked their 10th Anniversary in business. Coincidentally, Shane and I were away for the weekend to celebrate our 10th...
St. Joseph Island Triathlon

St. Joseph Island Triathlon

It’s not too late to register for the St. Joseph Island Triathlon happening Saturday, August 18th. We’re donating 400 sample packs for the third year in a row. Each adult racer will receive a sample of our Ship & Anchor blend in their participant goody...
Is it really mid-August already? Harry’s Bummer Summer

Is it really mid-August already? Harry’s Bummer Summer

This picture was taken last spring, but it seems like just yesterday. Harry had rescued this black-capped chickadee who was stunned after hitting our sunroom window. A few months later and it’s Harry’s turn to convalesce. He had a bad fall on his bicycle...
Sloop, There It Is!

Sloop, There It Is!

  The Welcome (r) and the US Brig Niagara. US Brig Niagara The Welcome Sloop We headed to Fort St. Joseph for the opening ceremonies of the The War of 1812 Bicentennial last month and managed to snap a few photos of The Welcome sloop and the US Brig Niagara. We...
David Francey – Saturday, July 28th at 7 p.m.

David Francey – Saturday, July 28th at 7 p.m.

 This Saturday, July 28, at 7 p.m., David Francey will be performing on the new timberframe outdoor stage at the Centennial Grounds in Richards Landing (where Cornfest used to be). This is a licensed event, co-presented by Algoma Trad and St. Joseph Island Township....
New! Peace Blend for War of 1812 Celebrations

New! Peace Blend for War of 1812 Celebrations

Our new Peace Blend was created for the War of 1812 Bicentennial to celebrate 200 years of peace, and features a drawing by our 8-year-old son, Harry.  It is now available at select retail locations, or by ordering from us us directly. The opening ceremonies of the...
Serendipi-TEA

Serendipi-TEA

Our friend, Åsa, did not know that she would be put to work for the morning when she dropped by our place yesterday. Shane and I were wrapping up our weekly meeting when she pulled up our driveway. She had just picked up her 1-day old chicks at nearby Kentvale, and...
Algoma Trad

Algoma Trad

AlgomaTrad is now accepting registrations for the best Family Music and Dance Camp in all of Ontario taking place on St. Joseph Island from Aug. 12th to the 19th. “AlgomaTrad is dedicated to preserving and passing on the traditional music, dance and art that are part...
New! Spring Morning Breakfast Blend

New! Spring Morning Breakfast Blend

Our third seasonal coffee is on the shelves this week. Its label features another painting by Heather, “Otter Lake Road”. The vibrant colours in this painting match the vibrant taste in the new blend. This is a medium roast with big body and a sweet, nutty...