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Coffee Shop Event Ideas: Music & Make and Take Fun for Your Campus Coffee Shop

November 14, 2024

The campus coffee shop is an ideal spot to host memorable events, blending relaxation with creativity and high student engagement. Leveraging a high-traffic space like the coffee shop has multiple benefits, from boosting attendance to creating a welcoming environment that encourages students to linger, connect, and take a break. Here are some dynamic coffee shop event ideas that will transform your coffee shop into a hub of activity, with hands-on options available throughout the event … Continued

8 Unforgettable Outdoor Music Experiences for Your Next Event

March 27, 2024

By Scott Talarico

There’s something about live music in the open air that just hits different. From the soulful tunes to the energetic beats, outdoor events add a whole new dimension to the music experience. So, get ready to groove with these eight outdoor music events: 1. Lance and Lea: When Lance Kotara and LeAnna Kaufman, better known as Lance and Lea, hit the stage, they bring the essence of Texas with them. Their bluesy guitar and captivating … Continued

8 Great Music Acts for Spring Fest

February 28, 2023

By Scott Talarico

Bazooka Ball

“Yes, last-minute we had to change location due to their being confusion with reservations, facilities, and the campus police. It ended up working out though as the change of location ended up being better for Jay and the setup with electricity being right there and not having to be setup. Those who played seemed to thoroughly enjoy the game, and we want to thank you for all of your help and assistance through the booking process. We look forward to continuing working with you throughout the rest of this semester and those to come. “

— Paige, East Stroudsburg University

Piscataway Nation

“I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed their presentation at the Penn State Altoona University campus today. Cody is an amazing dancer. Mark is an amazing storyteller. Together with Jenny and Mark’s son, Niche (not sure how to spell it), it was a great experience, so personal and up close and it really left a feeling of joy and happiness as well as appreciation with me. I hope they continue celebrating, teaching, and sharing their heritage.”

— Dana, Penn State University – Altoona

Will Jay

“Everything was wonderful with Will Jay. He was easy to work with during the event and our students truly loved having him – I have already received requests to bring him to campus when we are allowed to do face to face events again. Here is what one person text me after the event, “I hope you can tell Will Jay how powerful it was, I’m talking to so many people about it and they all loved it and were touched by his songs and words”. There were multiple messages in the chat during the event last night talking about how amazing his lyrics were, his voice, most importantly students were able to relate in to the messages he was talking and singing about. I think Will Jay has a new fan base here at CMU and they are going to consume the music he has out now – and are eagerly anticipating what he has in store.”

— Central Michigan University

Lady Caress

“[Lady Caress] did an amazing job with interacting with the students in the audience. Her poems and her performance on stage was phenomenal. We also had some of our own students apart of the show that opened for her. She welcomed them with open arms and wanted to introduce them herself onto the stage which was amazing…Working with her directly was amazing she was super sweet and kind…We hope to bring her back onto our campus in the future again!”

— Carolyne Roepke, St.Norbert College

Elizabeth Acevedo

“She [Elizabeth Acevedo] was wonderful. It was a perfect fit for the event, the audience loved her! She gave them a space to explore some emotions they may have or need to understand from an outsider’s perspective or just a space to hear what she had to say abut her experiences, observations, etc. One of the students from the club we were collaborating with even said we need to bring her back in the future. She is one performer we will be keeping in our heads for future performances.”

— Emily Umstead, Aquinas College