Photo courtesy of Elementary Coffee Co.
A former Broad Street Market vendor is returning, bringing coffee back to the market.
The market announced on Thursday that Harrisburg-based Elementary Coffee Co. will open in the stone building in the spring, returning after being displaced in July 2023 due to the brick building fire.
Elementary originally opened in the market in 2014, since expanding to a brick-and-mortar coffee shop at 256 North St. The market stand was previously located in the brick building, which was closed following significant fire damage.
The new stone building stand will be located next to Piper Belle’s Wood-Fired Flatbreads.
“The Broad Street Market has been Elementary’s home since its creation and the heart and soul of who we are as a business and as individual community members, said Andrea Grove, owner of Elementary, in a statement. “We feel lucky to have been a staple of the market for our first nine years of business and feel privileged to be returning to serve coffee alongside our fellow diverse small business owners, vendors, and friends once more. We are looking forward to supporting the growth, energy, and positive future of our beloved market!”
Grove told TheBurg that she missed the market community and was excited about the market’s new leadership and positive trajectory.
“I’m really grateful for this opportunity,” she said. “I really believe in where the market is headed.”
Elementary’s market stand manager Ryan Klemick and owner Andrea Grove
The market’s board of directors approved Elementary’s vendor application at its Wednesday night meeting.
“With coffee once again available in the stone building soon, the community will have even more great options to choose from when visiting the Broad Street Market,” said board Chair Eric Hagarty.
Grove said that Elementary’s new stand will incorporate salvaged elements from the previous stand, such as the original “Elementary Coffee Co.” sign, with modern upgrades to match the design of the North Street shop.
In addition to Elementary, the market has announced several other new vendors recently. In December, Honey Bear Ice Cream opened in the stone building, offering its vegan ice cream and treats. The market has also said that Harrisburg-based Ve’Lightfully Vegan is slated to open this year, as well as Honeybush Raw Smoothie Bar, which will return after being displaced by the fire.
For more information on Elementary Coffee Co., visit their website. To find out more about the Broad Street Market, visit their website.
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