The COVID-19 situation heats up further. Exit Strategy Brewing Co. in Forest Park reported on their Facebook page that a “non-customer facing employee” had test positive for COVID exposure last week. The establishment shut down to test all staff and deep clean the taproom. They expect to re-open on August 18.

Monday, August 16

7:00 – 8:00 pm • Backyard Yoga with Stefanie
Side Lot Brewery, 110 Slocum Lake Rd., Wauconda, IL 847-714-2584 Map
Join us and Yoga Instructor Stefanie Tanacea for an hour of Side Lot Backyard Yoga followed by a refreshing Side Lot Draft Beer.
Class is $25 through Tock, and includes Two Drinks
The Brewery will remain open to participants 1 hour after class.
These classes are outside. In the event of inclement weather, the class will be rescheduled. [Classes Are Non-Refundable]

Tuesday, August 17

7:00 – 9:00 pm • Schitt’s Creek Trivia
Light the Lamp Brewery, 2 S. Lake St., Ste. 107, Grayslake, IL 847-752-8489 Map
Calling all Schitt heads! Assemble your team for a night of Schitt’s Creek Team Trivia. Free to play. Registration not required. We do highly recommend making reservations online as our themed trivia nights fill up very fast.
Start time is 7pm and typically goes for about 2 hours.
Reservations can be made here.

7:00 pm • Side Lot Bingo!
Side Lot Brewery, 110 Slocum Lake Rd., Wauconda, IL 847-714-2584 Map
We’re playing Bingo again!
Get ready to shake your balls every Tuesday night at Side Lot Brewery. Limited seating is available both inside and outside. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended.
MASKS ARE REQUIRED TO ENTER THE PROPERTY & ANYTIME YOU’RE NOT SEATED. If this is a problem, stay home.

Wednesday, August 18

Dutchbag Brewing Release
Dutchbag Brew Co. at Duneyrr Fermenta Project, 2337 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago  Map
The Great Egret ~ which some of you might remember from our days on the homebrew circuit (circa 2019) ~ is a triple berry double gose fermented w/ a house Nordic farmhouse culture & re-fermented on blue, black, & raspberry purées. We brewed this years version w/ ground sumac instead of coriander for an extra complex, tart, earthy kick! Look out for the release of EGRET on 8/18.

7:00 – 8:00 pm • Sweat, TILT, and Sip
360 CHICAGO, 875 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago 888-875-8439 Map
Take you fitness to new heights
Join powHerhouse Fitness Studio owner Veronica Marchetti for a 45-minute circuit workout featuring strength and cardio moves while taking in breathtaking views of Chicago’s skyline. Following the workout, enjoy a Revolution Brewing beer and giveaways at 360 CHICAGO’s BAR 94.
Registration is $40 and includes admission to 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, one ride on TILT—Chicago’s highest thrill ride, and beer from Revolution Brewing.
Stick around after the class and enjoy sunset and TILT!
Must be 21 years of age or older to drink. All ticket sales are final. Event is indoors and will happen rain or shine. Tickets $40 through Eventbrite.
Guests are encouraged to wear masks indoors. Bathrooms are available, but we recommend you come dressed in comfortable clothes and ready to sweat!

Thursday, August 19

2:00 – 10:00 pm • Oktoberfest and Everybody Loves
Tighthead Brewing Co., 161 N. Archer Ave., Mundelein, IL 847-970-9174 Map
Oktoberfest and Everybody Loves Cryo El Dorado is back! We will have draft and cans available along with food from Mamma Mia Pizza. Mark sure to stick around for live music from Conscious Rockers at 7pm.

4:00 – 9:30 pm • Thursday Night Tacos!
Side Lot Brewery, 110 Slocum Lake Rd., Wauconda, IL 847-714-2584 Map
You’ve been asking when Tacos are coming back to Side Lot.
Taco Thursdays will continue every Thursday night. Make your reservations!

4:00 – 10:00 pm • Vinyl Night at Black Lung
Black Lung Brewing Co., 3232 Monroe, Waukegan, IL (847) 340-3320 Map
We have vinyl night every Thursday evening! Bring a record and we will even give you $1 off while your vinyl spins! Rain or shine! Shutdown if we have a band!

6:00 – 8:00 pm • Beers With Queers
Dry City Brew Works, 120B N. Main St., Wheaton, IL (630) 456-4787 Map
Welcome to Beers With Queers. We heard you and we know there needs to be more safe places for LGBTQ+ folxs to feel welcome and accepted. We have partnered with Dry City Brew Works to bring you an open and welcome space every Other Thursday. Every other Thursday join Us here at OUTspoken Leaders, Dry City, and other LGBTQ+ folx as we hang out and connect with the community together. Please note this is a 21+ event every other Thursday however if you are and LGBTQ+ youth or young adult looking for support in your life please know we offer a weekly support and discussion group called OUTspoken Online and we also offer a sober space specifically for the LGBTQ+ on Saturday mornings called Coffee Chat! Please note this event, and coffee chat is being hosted in public so social distancing and face masks will be strictly enforced. We want to offer a safe and welcoming space for all, that means a safe space where people can feel free to be themselves as well as feel safe to not get COVID.
OUTspoken Leaders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving, empowering, and amplifying the voices of the LGBTQ+ community. We offer social and service programs that promote self-acceptance, intentional compassion, and unconditional leadership!

6:00 pm • Trivia at Great Central
Great Central Brewing Co., 221 N. Wood St., Chicago (855) 464-4222 Map
TRIVIA’S BACK!
Love to test your knowledge while sharing some laughs with friends, and 24 beers on tap?!
Maybe you just want to try something different than your typical Thursday night?
Our Trivia night is for you!

6:30 – 10:00 pm • “Train with Brain” Running Club
Blue Island Beer Co., 13357 Olde Western Ave., Blue Island, IL (708) 954-8085 Map
Our good friend Brian Fee is training for the Chicago Marathon, and you can join him every Thursday til October! He’s raising money for Mercy Home for Boys and Girls and you can donate at this link.
Each week you can plan on running at the most 4 miles and your first beer is on Blue Island Beer Co.!

6:30 – 8:30 pm • Chicago Brew Cruise
Chicago Fireboat Tours  Map
Chicago Fireboat Tours and Phase Three Brewing Co. are partnering up to offer one of the most unique experiences in Chicago, every Thursday evening all summer-long!!
Phase Three Brewing Company will be bringing just days-old fresh, new releases directly from their Chicagoland brewery every week to serve aboard Chicago Fireboat Tours’ 1933 retired Chicago Fireboat, the Fred A. Busse.
Boarding begins at 6:00p.m and the boat departs at 6:30pm for a 2-hour sunset cruise. The Brew Cruise will start on the lake, float through the locks and right into the heart of downtown Chicago via the Chicago River, enjoying world-class views, an amazing sunset, and great music; all paired with fresh, innovative craft beers and hard seltzers.
Tickets are $45 per person at www.fireboattours.com, and include your 1st Phase Three brew once onboard. 

7:00 – 9:00 pm • New Guy Trivia sponsored by Revolution Brewing
Crafted 1979, 19200 LaGrange Rd., Ste. E, Mokena, IL 708-860-2826 Map
When we said Trivia is back we meant it! We’ve got your next three Trivia Night’s with New Guy Trivia for you! The third is Thursday, August 19th! This set of trivia is sponsored by our friends at Revolution Brewing! You know the drill: swag and prizes!
But don’t forget, if you come to all of them, the overall winner of the three events gets a grand prize!

7:30 pm • Side Lot Trivia
Side Lot Brewery, 110 Slocum Lake Rd., Wauconda, IL 847-714-2584 Map
Are you the smartest one in the Taproom? The only way to find out is to join Side Lot Brewery on Thursday nights at 7:30pm for Taproom Trivia.
7 Rounds with varying categories. Free to Play, Prizes to Win!