<div>Help Us Expand From the Ground Up Books with a Café &amp; Coffee/Wine Bar built FROM THE GROUND UP!

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<div>Our Vision

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<div>From the Ground Up Books and Resources has always been about more than just books—it’s about building community, fostering creativity, and creating a welcoming space for everyone. Now, we’re ready to take the next big step: adding a café and coffee/wine bar at both our La Grange and Shepherdsville locations!

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<div>We envision cozy indoor spaces, charming outdoor seating with gazebos, tables, and chairs, plus a dedicated space for musicians to perform. Imagine enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine while diving into a good book or listening to live music under the stars.

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<div>This expansion will also create a central café at our La Grange location to serve both locations, offering delightful beverages, light snacks, and a warm atmosphere to elevate your bookstore experience.

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<div>How Your Contributions Will Help

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<div>Here’s the breakdown of how your donations will be used:

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<div>Café Buildout

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<div>Renovations for indoor coffee/wine bar spaces: $10,000

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<div>Equipment (coffee machines, wine fridges, etc.): $7,000

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<div>Licensing and permits: $2,000

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<div>Gazebos (2): $6,000

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<div>Outdoor tables and chairs for both locations: $4,000

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<div>Designated musician spaces with basic sound equipment: $3,000

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<div>Initial inventory for coffee, wine, and snacks: $3,000

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<div>Why We Need Your Support

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<div>This expansion isn’t just about coffee or wine; it’s about creating spaces where people can connect, relax, and feel inspired. By supporting us, you’re helping to:

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<div>Build community: A café and outdoor space will bring people together for events, live music, and conversations.

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<div>Support local art and culture: The musician area will host local artists and performers, enriching the cultural scene in La Grange and Shepherdsville.

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<div>Enhance the bookstore experience: A warm drink or a glass of wine makes every story better.

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<div>How You Can Help

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<div>Donate: Every contribution gets us closer to our goal.

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<div>Share: Spread the word on social media, with friends, and in your community.

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<div>Volunteer: We’d love help with setup, event planning, or sharing your ideas!

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<div>Join Us in Building Something Special

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<div>With your help, we can create a café and outdoor space that makes our bookstore even more magical. Together, we can bring this dream to life and continue making La Grange and Shepherdsville vibrant hubs for books, community, and connection.

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<div>Thank you for your support!

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<div>Let’s make this happen, from the ground up.

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Alina Trelesnik

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Help us Expand From the Ground Up Books by building a cafe!

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