Root Catering & Kin Event Space present

Community Love Week

three days of charitable events to support local organizations and nonprofits

Root Catering and Kin Event Space are hosting community centered events to support local nonprofits whose positive impact in the city of Rochester is vital. These organizations are focused on food, family and education. We are thrilled to partner with them to garner financial support and awareness.


meal donation day | February 12

Event Details

Root Catering will be donating 500 meals! Nominate an organization to receive a meal on us and show your appreciation for all their hard work and dedication. We will be making and delivering fresh meals all around the city on February 12.

Submissions are now closed. Thank you to everyone who nominated!


Galentine’s day social | February 13

Event Details

Time: 5-9pm

Location: Kin Event Space

Price: Free Admission / $125 Lounge Rental

Join us for the ultimate girls’ night out. Unwind, connect and have fun with your best gal pals. Treat yo self and in doing so, you’ll be giving to the community as well!

What to Expect:

  • Sip & Socialize: Rent a lounge that includes a mezze snack board by Root Catering and bottle service.

  • Get Linked with Permanent Jewelry: Get a long lasting friendship bracelet from Ember & Co.

  • Artisanal Candles: Sustainable candles poured in vintage vessels you’ll keep forever by The Vintage Aesthetic.

  • Fine Lines: Tattoos to share with your besties by Tattoos by Bec.

  • Eat Cake: Disco Sugar will be selling deliciously fun mini cakes.

  • Align & Shine: Receive tarot and intuitive readings by Shanna Fiorucci.

  • Build a Your Own: Make your own charcuterie board with Root Catering to snack on or take home.

All proceeds from this event will benefit Willow Domestic Violence Center.


valentine’s day dinner | February 15

Event Details

Time: 11am

Location: Kin Event Space

Price: $10-$25

Enjoy restorative yoga class and a light breakfast to wrap up your week.

What to Expect:

  • Approximately 1 hour yoga class taught by Jenna Giardino with gong relaxation

  • Breakfast sandwiches made by Root Catering

Jenna has been teaching yoga since 2014, creating nurturing, holistic practices that blend movement, meditation, and gong sound healing to invite body, mind, and energy into alignment. Expect a slower, accessible flow where all are welcome—no prior yoga experience needed. Class will close with deep rest as the gong is played, using sound vibrations to support relaxation and integration.

Proceeds will benefit Foodlink