August 22, 2011 - Rochester, NY  (RAIHN) announces its first ever cookbook, Recipes for a RAIHNy Day--Cookin’ up a Storm for Home and Community.

Recipes for a RAIHNy Day contains 450 recipes, with a balance of appetizers, salads, vegetables and sides, brunch offerings, soups, main courses, cookies and desserts of all kinds. These recipes are all favorites of members of the participating RAIHN congregations and RAIHN guests. The book also features quotes about the true spirit of hospitality and about RAIHN, as well as descriptions of each participating RAIHN congregation. The cookbooks are on sale for $15.00 each.

 One World Goods, in Pittsford Plaza
 Stuart’s Spice Shop, 2322 Lyell Ave., 14606
 The Good Book Store, 935 East Ave.,
         enter from Barrington. Call for hours
 MB Book-tique, 9 North Main Street, Fairport 

Cookbooks can also be bought in the RAIHN congregations. See the RAIHN coordinator or designee. 

Many congregations will be offering the cookbooks at Holiday Bazaars or Alternative Fairs. 

We expect sales to increase as the holiday season approaches.

Recipes for a RAIHNy Day is not only a sharing of hospitality in our community but also a major fund raiser for RAIHN. These unique community cookbooks are great gifts for friends, family and customers − perfect for the holidays, thank yous or special occasions such as birthdays, graduations, showers or weddings. Recipes for a RAIHNy Day can also be purchased at One World Goods, Stuart’s Spices, The Good Book Store, MB Book-tique in Fairport or through any participating congregation.

Founded in 2004, the Rochester Area Hospitality Network is a non-profit organization of faith communities that helps homeless families achieve sustainable independence by supporting them with resources of food, shelter, one-on-one case management and a broad network of over 1400 volunteers. Currently 15 host congregations and over 25 support congregations work to keep homeless families together in a secure and loving haven during the crises of homelessness. RAIHN has served 234 families since it was founded. For more information, contact Nancy Elliott, Director, at director@raihn.org or call 585-506-9050. Visit www.raihn.org to see our latest newsletter.