Park Coffee House

Park Coffee House initially operated independently, eventually coming under the organizational umbrella of Foothills Rural Community Ministry.

The Park Coffee House
For over 30 years, Park Coffee House has presented the best local and regional musicians, originating from a performance in a coffee house setting by John Preston, Ken Allen, and Liz Vannicola. After that first show of their acoustic folk music at the Holland Patent Presbyterian Church, these three decided to invite other musicians to play at the venue that became Park Coffee

House. This enduring relationship benefits both entities, as FRCM receives financial support from Park Coffee House, the coffee house draws from FRCM’s volunteer pool, and both share a central mission of community building. Years later, as for that very first performance, card tables are set up, candles are lit, coffee is brewed, and music lovers gather to be entertained. John Preston, who dedicated over 30 years of service as Park Coffee House director, has expressed that “as we sing along, we harmonize with one another. Through the coffee house the community is bound together by the spirit of authentic folk music.”

06/05/2026

Park Coffee House Season Finale
Local Favorites Fundraiser
Saturday June 6 7:30 PM

Alexis Loomis Larry Beasley Bill Kistner
Cincinnati Creek Rattlin' Bog Wildflower

Doors open at 7:00 PM General Admission $15.00
This concert benefits the local food pantry

See you there!
Good music and good food for a good cause

05/24/2026

A Local Favorites Fundraiser Concert is the Spring Season finale at Park Coffee House in Holland Patent, on Saturday June 6 at 7:30 PM. The doors open at 7:00 PM. General admission is $15.00, and $5.00 for students.
A rich tapestry of acoustic music will be presented by solo performers Alexis Loomis, Larry Beasley, and Bill Kistner, plus the groups Cincinnati Creek, Rattlin’ Bog, and Wildflower.
All of these performers are generously donating their time and talents to benefit the Foothills Rural Community Ministry food pantry. Park Coffee House is a program of this local, non-denominational charity.
Alexis Loomis is admired for both her accomplished guitar playing and her pleasing soulful voice. Alexis entertains with a variety of music genres from the 1960's to the present, featuring the songs of Joni Mitchell, John Prine, and other outstanding songwriters.
The multi-talented Larry Beasley returns to Park Coffee House for this benefit concert. He has gained recognition in our area as a musician, and as an actor in local productions.,
Loyal Park Coffee House supporter Bill Kistner is a Local Favorites regular. Few can match his impressive knowledge of American folk, rock, and pop music.
Cincinnati Creek enjoys wide popularity in our area, with their tight harmonies, original songs, lively melodies, and some good fun. Seasoned performers Lori Thompson, Chris Pepe, Cathy Martin, and Joe Rowlands always deliver a unique musical event with their acoustic mix of bluegrass, gospel, and pop.
Rattlin’ Bog, the musical collaboration of Rick Kincaid and Joe Rowlands, has been entertaining in our area for many years with their Celtic mix, rich instrumentation, and harmonies. Rick and Joe’s humor is a key ingredient of Rattlin’ Bog performances.
Vicky Allen and Gail Brett, as the group Wildflower, have been performing at Park Coffee House since its earliest days. Vicky and Gail know how to sway an audience with new and old songs in their pleasing, well-crafted harmonies. Sing-a-longs, warmth, and an easy rapport with the audience are all part of the Wildflower experience.
Before this concert and during the intermission, homemade desserts, coffee, tea, and other beverages will be available for a donation to benefit the food pantry.
Park Coffee House looks forward to welcoming you to an evening of good music to raise money for a good cause, to close the spring concerts. The Fall 2026 Season will begin in September.
Park Coffee House is located at the Twin Churches, in the village of Holland Patent, at the corner of Church Street and Main Street, across from the park

05/18/2026

Cincinnati Creek, the acoustic group of seasoned musicians Lori Thompson, Cathy Martin, Chris Pepe, and Joe Rowlands, will play at Park Coffee House in Holland Patent on Saturday May 23 at 7:30 PM. The doors open at 7:00 PM. General admission is $15.00, $5.00 for students, and no charge for children 12 and under.
This established band entertains with tight harmonies, original songs, lively melodies, and some good fun. The Cincinnati Creek repertoire ranges from bluegrass, to gospel, and pop.
Lori Thompson is a founding member of Cincinnati Creek. She sings lead and harmony vocals, and plays mandolin and guitar. Also a songwriter, Lori often finds inspiration in local history. She got her start in music playing in her father’s bluegrass band, and joined Stump Hollow after moving to Oneida County. In 2008, Lori formed Cincinnati Creek.
Chris Pepe plays the banjo and sings bass vocals in the band. He was drawn to the banjo after attending a Fox Family Bluegrass Festival. Chris also was a member of Stump Hollow, who joined Lori in Cincinnati Creek. He serves as the group’s sound engineer, and is a member of Red Bandana.
Multi-talented Cathy Martin is the third founding member of Cincinnati Creek. She sings lead vocals, and adds high harmony. Cathy also keeps the beat on her stand up bass. She has appeared in Steuben Players productions, sang in the Remsen Community Choir, and plays the piano.
Joe Rowlands is the newest member of the band. He is also known as a founder of the Irish focused group Rattlin’ Bog, and has been performing widely in central New York. Joe plays harmonica for Cincinnati Creek, along with singing lead and harmony vocals. He can be counted on to add plenty of humor to every performance.
Cincinnati Creek is a very popular band with many fans. This group always delivers a unique musical event that is entertaining and enjoyable.
There will be homemade desserts, coffee, and other coffee house beverages to enjoy before the show and during the intermission. The refreshments are available for a donation to benefit the local food pantry.
On June 6, a Local Favorites Fundraiser concert will close the Park Coffee House Spring Season. Details on the line up will be released soon.
Park Coffee House is located in the village of Holland Patent, at the historic Twin Churches, just off Main Street (NYS Route 365), across from the park.

04/27/2026

Jamcrackers, the trio of Dan Berggren, Peggy Lynn, and Dan Duggan, returns to Park Coffee House in Holland Patent on Saturday, May 9. The doors open at 7:00 PM for the 7:30 PM performance.
These seasoned musicians and good friends named their group to honor the rivers drivers of the past, who used persistence and hard work to find solutions. Dan Berggren, Peggy Lynn, and Dan Duggan feel the same way about their music. With their combined talents, they deliver a signature blend of humor, history, and musical spirit to their performances.
Dan Berggren’s roots are firmly in the Adirondacks. He grew up on land farmed by his mother’s family for generations, and he worked with ranger and survey crews. From the stories and songs he heard from local friends and neighbors, Dan developed a style that captures the spirit of the mountains. This award winning singer-songwriter and educator has entertained audiences widely in this country and internationally.
Peggy Lynn writes and performs songs about women and the beauty of the North Country. Her bluesy alto voice melts every audience. This educator and singer-songwriter brings an infectious enthusiasm, and gives a clear message of the passion underlying her songs. Peggy draws inspiration from teaching, mentoring, performing, listening, and collaborating.
Dan Duggan, nationally touring performer and teacher, is a master dulcimer player and composer. He is the first winner of the National Hammered Dulcimer Championship to have performed all original compositions. Dan’s repertoire includes pioneering, innovative compositions and renditions of traditional Irish and American tunes. Through his blending of instrumentation with creative musical format, Dan engages audiences in an excursion of musical styles and moods.
Jamcrackers’ music celebrates the Adirondacks and includes traditional styles. Their mix of folk, ballads, and dance tunes sparks a rare chemistry that is genuine and contagious.
General admission to this concert is $15.00, $5.00 for students, and no charge for children 12 and younger.
Homemade desserts and the usual coffee house beverages will be available for a donation before the show and during the intermission. The proceeds benefit the local food pantry.
On May 23, Cincinnati Creek will perform at Park Coffee House, and the season finale is a Local Favorites Fundraiser on June 6.
Park Coffee House is located in the village of Holland Patent, at the Twin Churches, on the corner of Main Street (NYS Route 365) and Church Street, across from the park.

04/09/2026

Park Coffee House in Holland Patent will welcome the dynamic acoustic duo Pepper and Sassafras, with Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers and Wendy Ramsay, on Saturday April 18. The doors open at 7:00 PM for the 7:30 PM showtime. Admission is $15.00, $5.00 for students, and no charge for children 12 and younger.
Great musicianship, outstanding original songs, and great harmonies all shine in Pepper and Sassafras “spicy Americana” performances. Park Coffee House Co-ordinator Gail Brett praises the duo for their talent to “stir up great music–clever, funny, and thought provoking with easy rapport with the audience”.
Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers, grand prize winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, delivers masterful guitar work, He plays kinetic folk rock, combining vivid imagery and story telling. Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers also leads Dead to the Core, a collective of singer-songwriters and acoustic musicians, celebrating the music of the Grateful Dead.
Wendy Sassafras Ramsay is a harmonizer extraordinaire. She also adds flute, clarinet, guitar, and accordion to the duo’s performances. In addition to being a multi-instrumentalist, Wendy is also a song writer, blending her quirky originals into their mix.
Pepper and Sassafras were finalists for best duo at FreshGrass, New Voices winner at the Turtle Hill Folk Festival, and have been featured on public radio’s Folk Alley
Before the concert and during the intermission, homemade desserts, coffee, and other beverages will be available for a donation. The proceeds benefit the local food pantry, operated by the non-denominational charity Foothills Rural Community Ministry.
On May 9, the trio of Dan Berggren, Peggy Lynn, and Dan Duggan, known as Jamcrackers, will perform at Park Coffee House. The final two concerts of the spring season feature Cincinnati Creek on May 23, and a Local Favorites Fundraiser on June 6.
Park Coffee House is located at the historic Twin Churches, in the village of Holland Patent, just off Main Street (NYS Route 365), across from the park.

03/16/2026

Park Coffee House in Holland Patent will present Rebecca Miner, plus John Handzel and Andy Box, on Saturday March 28 at 7:30 PM. The doors open at 7:00 PM, and general admission is $15.00.
Rebecca Miner will be performing on the Park Coffee House stage for the first time. According to her mother, Rebecca could sing before she could talk. Originally from Alabama, Rebecca lives in Upstate New York, and performs with her band throughout this region. Rebecca graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Performance.
John Handzel, on electric bass, has been playing professionally for many years. He has shared the stage with well known acts such as Muddy Waters, George Thorogood, John Lee Ho**er, and The Dixie Dreggs, just to name a few. He currently performs throughout Central New York with The Rebecca Miner Band and other popular area bands, including Rattlin’ Bog.
On keyboards and vocals will be Andy Box. Andy is a longtime veteran of the Central New York music scene, having spent over 30 years working with many groups and musical styles. He has shared the stage with national acts over the years. Andy most enjoys accompanying vocalists at the keyboard, fostering a spirit of collaboration and the healing power of music.
Admission to this concert is $15.00, $5.00 for students, and no charge for children 12 and younger. The doors open at 7:00 PM, after the sound check, and showtime is 7:30 PM.
Park Coffee House volunteers will serve homemade desserts, plus coffee and other beverages, before the concert and during the intermission. The refreshments are available for a donation, to benefit the local food pantry. Park Coffee House and the food pantry are both programs of Foothills Rural Community Ministry, a local non-denominational charity.
The next concert in the Park Coffee House Spring Season features the duo Pepper and Sassafras, with Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers and Wendy Ramsay, on April 18, Jamcrackers follows on May 9, Cincinnati Creek on May 23, and a Local Favorites Fundraiser on June 6.
You’ll find Park Coffee House at the historic Twin Churches, in the village of Holland Patent, at the corner of Main Street (NYS Route 365) and Church Street, across from the park.

02/27/2026

The Rattlin’ Bog, a group hailed for their Irish focused music, kicks off the Spring Concert Season at Park Coffee House in Holland Patent on Saturday March 14. The doors open at 7:00 PM, and showtime is 7:30 PM. Admission is $15.00, $5.00 for students, and no charge for children 12 and younger.
Rick Kincaid and Joe Rowlands began the musical collaboration known as Rattlin’ Bog forty one years ago. Their audiences will recall how a host of other musicians have lent their talents to performances of their mostly Celtic flavored repertoire on a variety of local and regional stages.
Still going strong, Rick and Joe lately welcomed John Handzel to their musical mix. John is a versatile, seasoned bass player who has accompanied many well known artists. He currently plays with groups including the Rebecca Miner trio and The Fabulous Mojos.
The Rattlin Bog employs a range of acoustic music styles to entertain and delight audiences with their Celtic mix. Rick Kincaid, Joe Rowlands, and John Handzel invite you to enjoy a St. Patrick’s inspired performance at Park Coffee House with their rich instrumentation and harmonies,with doses of good humor.
Before the concert and during the intermission, Park Coffee House volunteers will serve homemade desserts, coffee, and other non-alcoholic beverages. A donation is requested for the refreshments, benefitting the local food pantry. Both Park Coffee House and the food pantry are programs of the non-denominational charity Foothills Rural Community Ministry.
Park Coffee House, a listening room acoustic venue, has been presenting talented local and regional musicians for some four decades. The shared tables seating in this intimate space create connections and conversations.
On March 28, the Park Coffee House concert season continues with Rebecca Miner, plus John Handzel and Andy Box. Pepper and Sassafras perform on April 18, followed by Jamcrackers on May 9, and Cincinnati Creek on May 23. A Local Favorites Fundraiser closes the season on June 6.
Park Coffee House is located in the village of Holland Patent, at the historic Twin Churches, at the corner of Church and Main.

01/21/2026

Spring 2026

March 14 Rattlin’ Bog
March 28 Rebecca Miner Band
April 18 Pepper & Sassafras
May 9 Jamcrackers
May 23 Cincinnati Creek
June 6 Local Favorites Fundraiser

The doors open at 7:00 PM, after the sound check, and the concerts start at 7:30 PM. Admission is $15.00, $5.00 for students, and no charge for children 12 and under.

11/30/2025

Local Favorites Fundraiser Concert
Park Coffee House in Holland Patent marks the end of its Fall 2025 season on Saturday December 6 with a Local Favorites Fundraiser Concert. The doors open at 7:00 PM, and the show starts at 7:30 PM. General admission is $15.00, $5.00 for students.
On this night, well known area performers are generously donating their time and talents to benefit the local food pantry, operated by Foothills Rural Community Ministry (FRCM), the parent organization of Park Coffee House.
There will be a tapestry of acoustic music from solo performers Alexis Loomis, Larry Beasley, and Bill Kistner, plus the groups Wildflower and Cincinnati Creek, and the duo of Pete Ruben and Vicky Allen.
Accomplished guitar player Alexis Loomis is also famed for her pleasing and soulful voice. She entertains with songs from a variety of music genres from the 1960's to the present.
The multi-talented Larry Beasley returns to Park Coffee House for this concert. He has gained recognition in this area as a musician and an actor in local productions
By tradition, Bill Kistner kicks off Local Favorites Fundraiser Concerts. He is also a loyal Park Coffee House audience member, and has an impressive knowledge of folk and pop music.
Wildflower, the duo of Vicky Allen and Gail Brett, will sway you with well-crafted harmonies and sing-a-longs.. They will be performing some specially selected songs for this concert.
On hand with toe-tapping melodies, tight harmonies, and plenty of fun, Cincinnati Creek will play their acoustic mix. Band members Lori Thompson, Cathy Martin, Chris Pepe, and Joe Rowlands always deliver outstanding performances.
Pete Ruben and Vicky Allen,who need no introduction to local audiences, are coming together as a duo for this concert. With Vicky at the keyboard and Pete, master instrumentalist, there will be first class entertainment.
Park Coffee House volunteers will serve homemade desserts, along with coffee and other beverages, before the show and during the intermission. There is a donation for the refreshments, which support the local food pantry.
Both Park Coffee House and the food pantry are programs of the local non-denominational charity FRCM. This organization has been helping our neighbors in need since the mid 1980's. Even family pets are considered. Information on FRCM, all of its programs, volunteer opportunities, and how to make donations are at:
www.foothillsruralcommunityministry.org
Park Coffee House returns in March 2026 for another season of acoustic concerts from talented local and regional performers. Details on events will be released in the new year.
You’ll find Park Coffee House at the historic Twin Churches, in the village of Holland Patent, just off Main Street (NYS Route 365), across from the park.

11/11/2025

Park Coffee House in Holland Patent will present a Split Bill show on Saturday November 22, featuring solo performer Alexis Loomis and the band Red Bandana. The doors open at 7:00 PM and showtime is 7:30 PM. General admission is $15.00, $5.00 for students.
Steuben resident Alexis Loomis plays a variety of music genres from the 1960's to the present. She entertains with tunes from singer-songwriters such as John Prine and Joni Mitchell, songs with a Country flavor, and always includes covers we all love. Besides being an admired solo entertainer, Alexis has performed with the groups Rattlin’ Bog and Lawless. She has also appeared in a duo with Rick Kincaid. Alexis is an accomplished guitar and bass player, and known for her pleasing and soulful voice.
Red Bandana is a 5 member group of Central New York musicians and friends. They came together for a summer gig in 2022, and have been playing together ever since. Annette Gurdo, on lead vocals, guitar, and mandolin, and Mike Bondy, on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, were members of the popular local group Black Tail Rat. Chris Pepe, who plays banjo and upright bass, and adds backing vocals, is also a member of folk/bluegrass band Cincinnati Creek. Daniel Stone, a seasoned local musician, contributes lead and vocal harmony, plus multiple instrument: mandolin, lead guitar, and upright bass. John Foppes joined the band in 2023, and on his tenor sax, adds a cool dimension to the mix.
With their blend of folk-rock and Americana, Red Bandana plays an assortment of tunes from Patsy Cline and Fats Domino, to singer-songwriters such as Bob Dylan, Kate Wolf, and Lucinda Williams. Versatile instrumentals, unique arrangements, sweet harmonies, and fun loving spirit means that Red Bandana is sure to please and entertain.
Before the show and during the intermission, Park Coffee House volunteers will serve homemade desserts, coffee, tea, and other beverages for a donation, to benefit the local food pantry. Park Coffee House and the food pantry are both programs of Foothills Rural Community Ministry, a local non-denominational charity.
You’re invited back to Park Coffee House for the season finale, a Local Favorites Fundraiser Concert, on December 6.
Park Coffee House is located at the historic Twin Churches, in the village of Holland Patent, just off Main Street (NYS Route 356), across from the park.

Address

Church Street
Holland Patent, NY
13354

Telephone

(315) 865-5854

Website

http://www.foothillsruralcommunityministry.org/park-coffee-house

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