If you find yourself driving through Epworth, be careful not to blink, or you may miss the small strip that runs through the center of town. Nestled among the few small buildings is a hidden gem that is worth the visit. Rosie’s Coffee House is a place where customers are friends, and friends are family. As owner Lindsie Wessels would say, “Rosie’s is a daily reminder to slow down, savor the moment, and choose joy.”
When Dan and Angie Kramer purchased Local’s Bar in Epworth in 2021, they offered a small space within the building to their friend Lindsie, who they knew had a dream to one day open her own coffee house. Together, they learned about the business, built relationships within the community, and, as Lindsie would say, “laid the foundation for what Rosie’s would become.” After two years, the opportunity to move to her own location in the old bank across the street was realized, and with the continued support of her friends, Wessels began her solo venture. “I will forever be grateful for the opportunity they gave me and for believing in my dream before it was fully formed. Without them, Rosie’s would not be where it is today, and that is something I will never take for granted,” said Lindsie.
The rebranding of her coffee shop was something Lindsie knew had to make a deep impact, and without hesitation, she named her shop Rosie’s after her beloved aunt who had made a profound impact on her life. Even though she lost her battle to cancer in 2015, she lived her life as a free spirit, doing what she wanted when she wanted to, living life to the fullest. Lindsie said, “When I think of her, I’m reminded to wear the damn fur, buy the coffee, drive the convertible, and take the vacation because life is simply too short not to be enjoyed.” This fierce determination helped give Lindsie the courage to press on with her dream.
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