MAFB library unveils self-serve coffee bar

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- Lisa Bibey, wife of Airman Nick Bibey, 791st Missile Squadron, enjoys a cup of freshly brewed coffee from the newly opened self-serve coffee bar in the base library. Having recently arrived from Florida, Mrs. Bibey said she considers the library a great place to get a warm cup of coffee when it’s cold. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Kidron B. Vestal)

MAFB library unveils self-serve coffee bar

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – A view of the recently opened self-serve coffee bar at the base library. The service will run on the same schedule as the library’s hours of operation: open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Kidron B. Vestal)

MAFB library unveils self-serve coffee bar

Published Sept. 9, 2008
By 2nd Lt. Kidron B. Vestal
Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- The library has a lid on the cold.

A self-service coffee bar, recently unveiled at the Minot AFB library, is now open for business. One dollar will provide a cup of personalized brewery perfection.

While the amenities are grand, patrons are charged only what is necessary to maintain the service. Library director Lindsey Guderjahn said the not for-profit function will not be going away any time soon.

Much research preceded the starting-up of the coffee bar, and the single-serving maker was chosen for its ability to provide the freshest cup of coffee possible. More advanced equipment may be introduced later. Col. Joel Westa, 5th Bomb Wing commander, provided the finishing touch by supplying the furniture for which the library is grateful.

The service will run on the same schedule as the library's hours of operation: open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

For more information on the base library or its coffee bar, contact 723-3344.