March Events
March always feels like the deep breath before the exhale. The light lingers a little longer, the air softens (just slightly), and we start emerging from full-on winter mode. After months of bundling up and keeping cozy, it finally feels like we’re stepping out of hibernation — and we’re celebrating the best way we know how: with coffee, community, and a lineup of events at Tala.
Here’s what’s brewing this month:
🔬 Dive Deeper with Coffee Classes at Our Libertyville HQ
If you’ve ever wondered what goes into your favorite cup of coffee, our classes are the perfect way to turn curiosity into hands-on experience. Hosted at our Libertyville roastery headquarters, these classes offer a behind-the-scenes look at the craft of coffee.
☕️ Roastery Tour & Cupping
📅 March 14 - Libertyville Cafe & Roastery
Registration required
Kick off the season with a behind-the-scenes look at what makes your daily cup so special. Join our co-owner and head roaster, Keith, for an immersive Roastery Tour & Cupping experience at our Libertyville cafe and roastery.
This introductory coffee class takes you through the full journey of our beans — from how we source exceptional coffees to how we choose and roast them for peak flavor. You’ll see a live roasting demonstration and participate in an interactive tasting, learning how to identify notes, structure, and sweetness in the cup.
Whether you’re brand new to specialty coffee or just curious about what happens beyond the bar, this class is the perfect way to deepen your appreciation (and maybe discover a new favorite).
Spots are limited, so be sure to register in advance!
☕️ Brewing Basics Class
📅 March 28 - Libertyville Cafe & Roastery
Registration required
Ready to level up your home brewing game?
Join Co-Owner & Head Roaster Keith Lilja for Brewing Basics, a hands-on class designed to demystify the art and science of making great coffee at home. We’ll cover the nitty gritty — extraction theory, grind size, ratios, and technique — all in a way that’s approachable and practical.
This isn’t just a lecture. You’ll get hands-on experience and walk away feeling confident in your ability to brew intentionally and consistently. Plus, each participant leaves with a bag of coffee so you can start dialing things in at home right away.
If you’ve ever wondered why your coffee tastes different from ours (or just want it to taste better), this one’s for you.
❄️ Last Call: Winter DrinK Menu
📅 March 11th week | All Cafés
Consider this your official heads-up: the week of March 11th through 17th is your final chance to enjoy our Winter Drink Menu.
If you’ve been meaning to try that seasonal latte — or you’ve already fallen in love with one — now’s the time. Once we close out St. Patrick’s Day, these drinks will be gone to make room for what’s next.
Don’t let your winter favorite slip away without one last sip.
☘️ St. Patrick’s Day
📅 March 17th | All Cafés
We couldn’t let March pass without a little celebration. Stay tuned for St. Patrick’s Day specials and fun deals happening on the 17th. Whether you’re grabbing your usual or trying something festive, we’ll have something brewing to mark the occasion.