Behind the 'Mug'
Vinni Scarfo
Founder and Manager of Events
Vinni’s favorite thing about the ‘Mug’ is its cozy ambiance, which provides a comfortable haven for patrons to enjoy performances without the overwhelming presence of large, inebriated crowds. Vinni’s pronouns are they/them, and when they are not immersed in cafe affairs, you can find them either drinking hot tea with honey out of a mug or people-watching on the bustling streets of Passyunk or South Street.
Bonner
Chief Financial Officer
Bonner’s favorite thing about the ‘Mug’ is that it stands as a community resource developed by LGBT+ people in the South Philadelphia area and caters to all people. Bonner’s pronouns are They/Them/Hers pronouns and their favorite thing to drink out of a mug is a large cup of delicious organic black tea with nutmeg and steamed soy milk. In Bonner’s free time they enjoy improving their gardening skills to grow bigger and better flowers to create homemade bouquets.
JeVon Hatcher
Operations Manager
JeVon has been a board member of the 'Mug ' since its grand opening in December 2021. JeVon’s pronouns are he/his and he is particularly fond of the cafe's intimate performance stage. When it comes to his favorite beverage in a mug, JeVon enjoys sipping on hot coco while watching a Queer Christmas Rom-Com.
Jeremy Adam
Youth and Family Programming Manager
Jeremy became a board member of the 'Mug' in December 2022 and values the Mug's' inviting ambiance and how inclusivity and representation of BIPOC & LGBTQ+ individuals are central to the cafe's mission. Jeremy’s pronouns he/they, and when it comes to a favorite mug treat, they love a cup full of mint chocolate chip ice cream. During Jeremy's leisure moments, they enjoy strolls with their dog Lilo and fiancé named Jeffrey.