Events

The Evanston, WY brewfest is on July 25, 2009 12-10 p.m. The fest will have microbrew, live entertainment, food, and fun. I do not see a cost for attendance at the event listed. Interestingly, there is a homebrewing competition portion of the event on Friday, July 24th, and they have sent out the invite to participate in the "People's Choice" competition on Saturday the 25th to homebrewers. I have sent an inquiry to the organizer about the possibility of the club going up to participate in the People's Choice competition - get some extra miles out of the NHC bar perhaps.

Details for the homebrewing competition:

$5.00 per entry checks to Evanston Main Street Promotions

2 12 oz brown bottles with the usual specs. They will take clear glass and swing top, though discourage the use. Strangely, they have a different "registration" deadline than a beer receipt deadline, wanting an entry/recipe form and the checks by Monday, July 13, 2009 with an entry shipping deadline of Monday, July 20, 2009 for receipt of beer. I'd advocate making sure the beer is shipped by the "registration" deadline.

Shipping address:

Evanston Main Street Promotions
1008 Main Street
Evanston, WY 82930

Also very odd, while they say they are using BJCP guidelines, the entry form only allows for a check on the categories of "Ale," "Lager," or "Wheat." I've also asked the coordinator to clarify this question. Competition information is attached. The bottle label form was in an odd format, I've asked for a .doc format and will post that shortly.

New Belgium Urban Assault Ride
July 26, 2009 (Sun)
Denver, CO
Beers, Bikes and Big Wheels! The funky bike scavenger hunt where teams hit checkpoints all over the city - completing crazy obstacles at each stop. A huge party follows with New Belgium Beer, music and a legendary prize raffle. Web site.

As a fundraiser for the club we thought a Texas Hold'em tournament would be pretty darn cool. If the first one is successful, we may do this on a regular basis. So, here's the scoop.

Date: Friday, July 31th, at 7:00 p.m. Location Rick Mazza's House

Details: Tournament will be traditional Texas Hold'em. Buy in is $20.00. Everyone who plays should bring home brew to share, we'll have snacks and other goodies wherever the tournament ends up being held. Play will be elimination style, no cash outs.

Prizes: Well, it is a fundraiser for the club, so 50% of the buy in money will go to the club fund. The remaining money will be divided in a 60/30/10 split for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Other prizes may also be awarded with possible drawing, etc, for participants. Even if poker isn't your thing, this should be a really fun Friday night!

13th Annual Keystone Beer and Bluegrass Festival
August 1-2, 2009 (Sat/Sun)
River Run Village, Keystone Resort,
Keystone, CO
Highlights: Event 12-6pm. The beer will pour from 1-5pm each day. Beer from more than 30 Colorado microbreweries, served in a beer garden; try some down-home cooking; listen to acoustic bluegrass music on three stages; inflatables and other children's activities at "Energy Alley"; free parking. Free Music & Admission. Beer tasting price is $30 for an unlimited tasting glass or ala carte in Beer Garden. Web site.

Sun, August 2, 12pm - 6pm WhereAvery Brewing Company, 5763 Arapahoe Avenue Unit E, Boulder, CO 80303 (map) DescriptionSIXTEEN years in business and its time to celebrate! Join us and the rest of Boulder at the brewery for this annual summer event. As always, we'll have dozens of styles of your favorite Avery Brews, a BIG pig roast (with vegetarian options too), vertical tasting and bands all day long! Make your plans now. More information will be available as the event draws closer.

13th Annual Keystone Beer and Bluegrass Festival
August 1-2, 2009 (Sat/Sun)
River Run Village, Keystone Resort,
Keystone, CO
Highlights: Event 12-6pm. The beer will pour from 1-5pm each day. Beer from more than 30 Colorado microbreweries, served in a beer garden; try some down-home cooking; listen to acoustic bluegrass music on three stages; inflatables and other children's activities at "Energy Alley"; free parking. Free Music & Admission. Beer tasting price is $30 for an unlimited tasting glass or ala carte in Beer Garden. Web site.

The New Colorado Scottish Festival August 8-9, 2009

Still at your favorite place:
Highland Heritage Park
Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Join us in Historic Manitou Springs, Colorado, for the best lager beers you have ever tasted! All proceeds from this event support open space
and parks in Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs. The more tickets we sell, the more we can support our local trails and parks.

The 7th Annual Craft Lager Festival, held for two days this year, will feature:

To pre-order discounted tickets or for more information, just visit our tickets page. DISCOUNTS NOW AVAILABLE!

BrewGrass will feature a lineup of great national and local Bluegrass and Americana acts. Come back for details on this event, we will be announcing this band lineup early in 2009, too.

It's all happening at the 1200 block of Old South Pearl Street-North of Louisiana and South of Buchtel-just a hop, skip and a jump west from the Louisiana-Pearl Light Rail Station. Take the ride in, enjoy some great brews from the likes of Breckenridge Brewery, New Belgium, Left Hand and many more as you hear some of the best music around for just 5 bucks!

The New Colorado Scottish Festival August 8-9, 2009

Still at your favorite place:
Highland Heritage Park
Highlands Ranch, Colorado

The Colorado State Fair is proud to announce the 2009

Homebrew Competition, an American Homebrewers Association

Sanctioned Event. All of the winning homebrews will be

displayed in the Creative Arts Building for the interest and

enjoyment of the public. The Colorado State Fair Homebrew

Competition is open to anyone 21 years of age or older who

makes beer/ale as a hobby.

ENTRY FORM, RECIPE FORM, FEE & BEER:

Homebrew entry form, recipe form, fee & beer deadline is

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2009.

The Colorado State Fair is proud to announce the 2009

Homebrew Competition, an American Homebrewers Association

Sanctioned Event. All of the winning homebrews will be

displayed in the Creative Arts Building for the interest and

enjoyment of the public. The Colorado State Fair Homebrew

Competition is open to anyone 21 years of age or older who

makes beer/ale as a hobby.

ENTRY FORM, RECIPE FORM, FEE & BEER:

Homebrew entry form, recipe form, fee & beer deadline is

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2009.

The Colorado State Fair is proud to announce the 2009

Homebrew Competition, an American Homebrewers Association

Sanctioned Event. All of the winning homebrews will be

displayed in the Creative Arts Building for the interest and

enjoyment of the public. The Colorado State Fair Homebrew

Competition is open to anyone 21 years of age or older who

makes beer/ale as a hobby.

ENTRY FORM, RECIPE FORM, FEE & BEER:

Homebrew entry form, recipe form, fee & beer deadline is

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2009.

The Colorado State Fair is proud to announce the 2009

Homebrew Competition, an American Homebrewers Association

Sanctioned Event. All of the winning homebrews will be

displayed in the Creative Arts Building for the interest and

enjoyment of the public. The Colorado State Fair Homebrew

Competition is open to anyone 21 years of age or older who

makes beer/ale as a hobby.

ENTRY FORM, RECIPE FORM, FEE & BEER:

Homebrew entry form, recipe form, fee & beer deadline is

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2009.

Location: The Rockyard American Grill and Brewery, Castle Rock. Patio.

The Colorado State Fair is proud to announce the 2009

Homebrew Competition, an American Homebrewers Association

Sanctioned Event. All of the winning homebrews will be

displayed in the Creative Arts Building for the interest and

enjoyment of the public. The Colorado State Fair Homebrew

Competition is open to anyone 21 years of age or older who

makes beer/ale as a hobby.

ENTRY FORM, RECIPE FORM, FEE & BEER:

Homebrew entry form, recipe form, fee & beer deadline is

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2009.

Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest 2009
August 14-16, 2009 (Fri-Sun)
Old Town (downtown)
Fort Collins, CO
Over 120,000 people will attend this celebration in Downtown Fort Collins. In its 21st year this FREE weekend showcases over 300 arts, crafts and food booths, Kids' World, a carnival, two beer gardens sponsored by Odell Brewing and Anheuser-Busch, and seven stages of continuous entertainment. The festival is also proud to host Bohemian Nights music lineup providing Colorado music all weekend long. Over 80 performances and 7 stages of continuous entertainment throughout the weekend! Festival hours are Friday: Concert only 7-9:00pm in Old Town Square, Saturday 10:00am-7:00pm with evening concerts until 10:00pm and Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm. Web site.

The Colorado State Fair is proud to announce the 2009

Homebrew Competition, an American Homebrewers Association

Sanctioned Event. All of the winning homebrews will be

displayed in the Creative Arts Building for the interest and

enjoyment of the public. The Colorado State Fair Homebrew

Competition is open to anyone 21 years of age or older who

makes beer/ale as a hobby.

ENTRY FORM, RECIPE FORM, FEE & BEER:

Homebrew entry form, recipe form, fee & beer deadline is

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2009.

Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest 2009
August 14-16, 2009 (Fri-Sun)
Old Town (downtown)
Fort Collins, CO
Over 120,000 people will attend this celebration in Downtown Fort Collins. In its 21st year this FREE weekend showcases over 300 arts, crafts and food booths, Kids' World, a carnival, two beer gardens sponsored by Odell Brewing and Anheuser-Busch, and seven stages of continuous entertainment. The festival is also proud to host Bohemian Nights music lineup providing Colorado music all weekend long. Over 80 performances and 7 stages of continuous entertainment throughout the weekend! Festival hours are Friday: Concert only 7-9:00pm in Old Town Square, Saturday 10:00am-7:00pm with evening concerts until 10:00pm and Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm. Web site.

Greater Boulder Beer Festival
August 15, 2009 (Tentative Date)
Millennium/Harvest House Hotel (Likely location)
Boulder, CO
The 2nd annual Greater Boulder Beer Fest will feature beers that are brewed only in Boulder County! Their will be beer friendly food, like Beer Brats, Stout Short Ribs, & much more! Live music will be performing during the entire event. Ticket prices (TBA). Expected breweries include: Boulder Beer, Avery, Twisted Pine, Colorado Brewing Co, Left Hand, Oskar Blues, Walnut Brewery, Pumphouse Brewery, BJ's Brewhouse, Wild Mountain Smokehouse. Web site TBA.

Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest 2009
August 14-16, 2009 (Fri-Sun)
Old Town (downtown)
Fort Collins, CO
Over 120,000 people will attend this celebration in Downtown Fort Collins. In its 21st year this FREE weekend showcases over 300 arts, crafts and food booths, Kids' World, a carnival, two beer gardens sponsored by Odell Brewing and Anheuser-Busch, and seven stages of continuous entertainment. The festival is also proud to host Bohemian Nights music lineup providing Colorado music all weekend long. Over 80 performances and 7 stages of continuous entertainment throughout the weekend! Festival hours are Friday: Concert only 7-9:00pm in Old Town Square, Saturday 10:00am-7:00pm with evening concerts until 10:00pm and Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm. Web site.

I'm going to assist my never brewed a beer before neighbor, Danielle, in brewing a beer to enter into Queen of Beer. It's a hefeweizen titled "You little hussey-weizen." We'll likely get going by 10:00 a.m. if anyone wants to stop by. Jason will likely not be there as I think he's going camping by himself this weekend, but Danielle and I certainly welcome company.

So we're doing it. Brewing our first sour, Greg Rulz! Yes, that is the name of the beer. It is a Flanders' Red which will use La Folie starter directly from New Belgium. We're brewing it this Saturday. Come by and share our fear. At least one sour will be opened for the occasion. Oh yeah, we're doing a mead too - buckwheat honey. We'll call it Lil' Rascal Mead. 17508 Lamar Ct, as always.