The Ampersand

The Ampersand The aMPersand is a vocational training café and retail space serving food and drinks and selling items made by or supporting people with disabilities.

Powered by Carey Services, with each purchase, you will be "Turning abilities into opportunities!"

Thank you, Indiana Youth Institute!&&&A few weeks ago, we got the opportunity to host the amazing Fuel Up Event with IYI...
08/02/2026

Thank you, Indiana Youth Institute!

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A few weeks ago, we got the opportunity to host the amazing Fuel Up Event with IYI. We loved getting to create the space for people working in youth development to come together and connect!

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We believe in "connecting people & purpose." Thank you to everyone who came out to this event!

Staff Spotlight Saturday ☕&&&Why does A.B. like working at the aMPersand? "Just being able to help out! I like helping o...
08/01/2026

Staff Spotlight Saturday ☕

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Why does A.B. like working at the aMPersand?

"Just being able to help out! I like helping other people."

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His favorite drink is an Iced Vanilla Latte with whole milk. Come in and welcome A.B. to the team! Thank you, A.B., for your kindness and joy that you bring to the team!

Reflecting back on our Storytime last month! &&&We had a great time last month hosting our Storytime out in the cottage....
07/31/2026

Reflecting back on our Storytime last month!

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We had a great time last month hosting our Storytime out in the cottage. Thank you to our special guests Noah & Caiah for reading for us. We can't wait to see everyone this Tuesday for our next Storytime!

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Mark your calendars, August 4th, at 10am!

Get to know your barista 💛&&&Alex is our new Culinary Operations Assistant at The aMPersand! She has been learning and c...
07/29/2026

Get to know your barista 💛

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Alex is our new Culinary Operations Assistant at The aMPersand! She has been learning and catching on incredibly fast. Not only has she been getting to know the staff, but she has been getting to know our customers! Alex brings laughter and thoughtfulness to our team. We appreciate her and can't wait for you all to meet her!

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We asked Alex what is something that she has grown in since working at The aMPersand. She told us, "Be open to whatever the day brings! Since everyday looks a little different, it's about being adaptable and enjoying the flow of the moment."

Thank you, Alex, for bringing joy where you go and being willing to learn and try new things every day. 💛

Storytime at The aMPersand on August 4th!&&&Our next Storytime is coming up on the 1st Tuesday of August! We will be hos...
07/27/2026

Storytime at The aMPersand on August 4th!

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Our next Storytime is coming up on the 1st Tuesday of August! We will be hosting Storytime on Tuesday, August 4th, at 10am. Our reader this time will be someone you all know - Izzy, the Cafe Coordinator at The aMPersand!

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We hope to see you then. 💛

Staff Spotlight Saturday ☕&&&Why does Alex like working at the aMPersand?"My favorite thing about working here is that I...
07/25/2026

Staff Spotlight Saturday ☕

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Why does Alex like working at the aMPersand?

"My favorite thing about working here is that I like all the people I meet and get to interact with! I get to see people I know and haven't seen in a while and meet new people too."

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Alex's favorite drink is an Iced Lavender & Hazelnut Latte with oat milk. This is a unique drink that has been one of her favorites from since she first started visiting The aMPersand. Welcome our new barista!

We are open! 🎉&&&See you soon. We will not be serving lunch for the rest of the day due to some continuing work in our k...
07/23/2026

We are open! 🎉

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See you soon. We will not be serving lunch for the rest of the day due to some continuing work in our kitchen with our panini press!

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But we still have all our other treats. See you soon!

Closed for a few hours!&&&We are getting some electrical work done to improve our space for you all. 💛 For the safety of...
07/23/2026

Closed for a few hours!

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We are getting some electrical work done to improve our space for you all. 💛 For the safety of our employees and customers, we are closing until the project is finished today! Thank you for understanding.

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We will post when we are open again today! If you have any questions, give us a call at 765-573-4266.

We hope to see you soon. Have a happy Thursday!

Half Paninis!&&&Did you know we offer half servings of our paninis now? Pair with a salad! Featured is a Grilled Cheese ...
07/22/2026

Half Paninis!

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Did you know we offer half servings of our paninis now? Pair with a salad! Featured is a Grilled Cheese with Bacon! 🥓

Part 2: What is your favorite cartoon? &&&This past Community Question was also a fan favorite. We asked everyone to sha...
07/17/2026

Part 2: What is your favorite cartoon?

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This past Community Question was also a fan favorite. We asked everyone to share their favorite cartoon now! Comment your favorite cartoon below. 😊

Address

1321 W Spencer Avenue
Marion, IN
46952

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 2pm
Tuesday 7am - 2pm
Wednesday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 2pm

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