Chicago Craft Beer Week kicks off Monday

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If you thought last month’s Craft Brewers Conference was as good as it would get for Chicago beer geeks this year, think again. The first annual Chicago Craft Beer Week kicks off on Monday, with a whole lot of brew-centric events on the agenda. Too many, in fact, for us to run down here, but we’ll point out a few that caught our eye (and you can check out the rest in the official schedule):

  • Monday, May 17: Kickoff Party at the Map Room. Given its already robust list of craft brews, we’re betting that you’ll be able to find a who’s who of the craft-brewing world hanging out here to toast what should be a fun week.
  • Wednesday, May 19: Rare Chicago Beer Night at Small Bar Fullerton. If you think you’re an expert in the local beer scene, you’ll want to refresh your palate with these unusual brews from the likes of Three Floyds, Half Acre, Two Brothers and more.
  • Saturday, May 22: The Fourth Annual Beerfly Alleyfight at Rock Bottom Brewery. This pairing of homebrewed beer, home-cooked food and homegrown art (from the Drinking & Writing Brewery) is something to behold…and participate in. Buy tickets ($30) here.
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