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Meet Amera Striegel & Kate Frautschy

owner/operators of Full Circle Cafe & Collective


Kate has been a Lena resident for 30 years, and involved in local organizations and events that focus on land stewardship, responsible consumption, and natural lifestyle practices. She is the owner of Eclectic Kate LLC, offering natural self care products, authored texts, and somatic movement workshops and classes. Kate is a vendor at the SCFM; selling organic produce and a variety of natural goods. Kate has gathered an array of experience and training ranging from 10+ years of food service experience, customer care, support roles in public schools , somatic certifications, social justice & land stewardship.

Amera moved to Freeport in March 2023, quickly involving herself with a variety of organizations and events within sectors of the community that are making positive impacts. She is the owner of Faith Over Fear Bakery, selling organic, locally sourced sourdough products at multiple local farmers' markets. Amera is the administrative manager of the Stephenson County Farmers Market and has implemented unique offerings and community education-centered guest vendors. She has 19 years in the customer service industry, as well as experience in farming, social media, and retail environments.