Tuesday, September 22, 2015

UCI Road World Championships Opening Ceremony


World championship cycling is in full swing in RVA! Friday night, James and I attended the Opening Ceremony of the UCI Road World Championships on Brown's Island. The event introduced the team representing the United States, included performances from the Richmond Symphony, and was emceed by NBC12's Andrew Freiden. 

Meh...
I thought that with over 100 breweries in the Commonwealth to choose from, this event would be the perfect way to showcase the best craft brews Virginia has to offer......I thought wrong. We were incredibly disappointed to find that only the above four Budweiser owned beers were available for purchase. I understand that InBev may be a sponsor but it's still a hard pill (and beer) to swallow. I have learned my lesson to not buy drink tickets prior to looking at the selection (I've been spoiled). 


Overall, the weather was perfect, the people were kind, and the event was entertaining. I'm excited about the Commonwealth being in the spotlight and what great things could manifest from it.

 Here's to hoping the next big event has better beer!



Monday, September 7, 2015

Ale for Arthritis

Drink craft beer in Norfolk for a good cause on Saturday, September 26th!



A social evening event benefiting Arthritis Foundation of Hampton Roads 

Saturday September 26th @ 7:00 pm   

Slover Library · 253 E. Plume Street · Norfolk, Virginia · 23510  

Beer · Wine · Edibles · Auction, and more! 

Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation

The Arthritis Foundation is focused on finding a cure and championing the fight against arthritis with life-changing information, advocacy, science and community. We chart the course for the arthritis community, helping families develop personalized plans for saying Yes—day after day.   

Join us! Ale for Arthritis is the Arthritis Foundation’s premier social event. Spend your Saturday evening with us on September 26th at the Slover Library in beautiful downtown Norfolk. You’ll learn more about the Arthritis Foundation, enjoy local craft beer from Williamsburg Alewerks Brewing Company, live music, auction, and networking in a business casual setting.

For more information, tickets, sponsorship opportunities or to RSVP contact: Kim Hudson  khudson@arthritis.org  757-675-6284