Berghoff Brewery Tap Takeover at Southport & Irving (SIP) Thursday, July 17, 2014

SIP hosts Chicago-based Berghoff Brewery, an iconic 127-year-old company that rebranded its more mainstream German-style beers into modern, premium ingredient German-inspired craft beers in 2013, at this special tap takeover and beer night. The walk-around event features education and Q&A with owner Ben Minkoff and brand manager Tim Lucas, raffles and giveaways for prizes such as Chicago Cubs tickets, food and drink vouchers for the 29th Annual Berghoff Oktoberfest held September 10-12 at the John C. Kluczynski Federal Plaza (230 South Dearborn Street) and logoed Berghoff gear including shirts, glasses and jerseys. Be one of the first in Chicago to try the just-launched Shambler, a limited release Radler made with granola and multi-grain, and one of the last to enjoy the Solstice Wit; the brewery has nearly sold out of the limited release summer seasonal in Chicago. Two year-round beers will also be on offer, including the honey-and molasses-spiked Germaniac Pale Ale and the Altbier-inspired Sir Dunkle Crispy Dark Lager. Beers range from $5-$7 each and will also be offered as a flight of four for $8 (four-ounce samples). Reservations are recommended via 773-857-2890. There is no cover for the event and the beers are on consumption/cash bar. A beer-friendly small plates menu will be on offer during the event (prices vary). The event starts at 7 p.m. at SIP is open from 5 p.m.-midnight on July 17.

Billy Joel Friday, Blake Shelton Saturday at Wrigley Field

Heading to Wrigley this weekend?  Here are all the details from the Chicago Cubs.

Billy Joel: http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/chc/ticketing/billyjoel.jsp

Blake Shelton: http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/chc/ticketing/blakeshelton.jsp

Save the Date! Mutt Strut is Saturday, September 13, 2014

Chicago Canine Rescue’s 11th Annual Mutt Strut, on Saturday, September 13, 2014, is one of Chicago’s premier, outdoor, pet and family friendly events. 

The 1.5 mile walk takes place in the Lakeview neighborhood passing by historic Wrigley Field and finishing up with a fun-filled block party. Walk participants will enjoy a goody bag, give-a-ways, silent auction, music, contests, activities, prizes, food and refreshments. Our adoptable dogs will be on hand to enjoy the day as well, and their presence reminds us all that Chicago Canine Rescue’s existence is vital to them.

To register, click here!

Navy Pier to get Boutique Hotel

Renovations are currently taking place at Chicago’s Navy Pier, and now a hotel will be added to the mix according to DNAInfo Chicago.  Here are the newly release proposed renderings:

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