Despite the distraction of prohibition-era cocktails' resurgence or the increasingly ubiquitous and sophisticated bombast of the wine world, never underestimate the everyman appeal of a frothy-headed pint. Therefore, dear people, we are pleased to announce the timely arrival of the 15th annual FAIRFAX BREWFEST, presented ever-so-appropriately near St. Patrick's Day by the smarties at Fairfax Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the always intoxicating Iron Springs Pub & Brewery.

Over a dozen local and local-ish microbreweries will represent their finest hops-and-barley concoctions, along with edibles, for those who dare to ruin their good beer buzz with tasty foodstuff. Tom Rigney and Flambeau are providing the tunes; MCBC will provide the valet bike parking. Cheers! 1-5pm March 13 at the Fairfax Pavilion. Tickets and info: Visit online at fairfaxbrewfest.com or call 415/485-5699.

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