<![CDATA[The Roar]]> <![CDATA[The Roar]]> en-us Copyright 2008 - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:15:30 GMT 15 <![CDATA[Latte Day '07]]> By Holly Gross


Library assistant Amy Koski adds whipped cream to a hot and fresh hot chocolate drink.

Warm, chocolaty smells, soft background Christmas music, and delicious lattes and cookies – yes, it’s the scene of the Leander Library’s Latte Day, the yearly fundraiser selling lattes and hot chocolates plus a cookie for just $1 that earns popularity across the school. Latte Day began in 2005, to raise funds to buy new books, both for research and popular reading. “We try to buy the books people leave requests for,” said librarian Diana Pierce, “such as from popular authors, the kind we wouldn’t normally buy on our own.” The promise of sugar and caffeine during classes brings students in by the hundreds during the day. The lattes may not be large, but they taste great, as do the cookies – and are well worth the price. “Well, I’d say the cookie is definitely the most popular item,” said Pierce, with a laugh. “We’re actually trying to keep count this year, and see which drink is more popular – latte or hot cocoa.” Past Latte Days have yielded a profit of roughly $1,000. The number of books that can be bought varies, as book prices range a lot depending on the cover, length and type. Numbers this year may not quite match what came before, however. “We’re a little more afraid this year,” said library assistant Carla Welty. “The weather’s been too warm for lattes. It doesn’t really feel like Christmas.” The library is a relaxing place to be on Latte Day – music, warm chocolate-flavored drinks, and great conversation with the librarians and their helpers (if you dodge the crowd, that is – the busiest time is right before school starts). Amidst the music and food is the fun of a friendly rivalry between those manning the latte table and those serving hot chocolate. “The lattes are the best,” said alumnus Melissa Velchoff, who was among those assisting the librarians. “Lots of caffeine. They’re amazing.” Of course, whether lattes or hot chocolates win the contest, or whether the fundraiser produces more or less book money than in previous years, on the minds of the students, one matter takes precedence. “That I get chocolate,” said senior Erica Tipping. “I love chocolate.” ]]> Mon, 14 Jan 2008 20:01:00 GMT