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A surplus of geekery by :: Fred Abercrombie

Beer: Lagunitas Zappa Beer “Ruben & The Jets” Gets Special Treatment

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Lagunitas Ruben Bourbon Beer Barrels

Snapped these pics back in February while at the Beer Circus. They’re super-special versions of my favorite from Lagunitas’ now defunct Frank Zappa Series, Ruben and The Jets.

According to Brewed For Thought, two versions should be hitting the TapRoom and select drafts in the coming weeks:

Bourbon Barrel-Aged Ruben and The Jets

Ruben and The Bretts
(barrel-aged, dosed with brett and cherries)

Read more at Brewed For Thought.

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Art Opening: “Artful Distractions” New Work By Jonny Hirschmugl

Petaluma Painting and others by Jonny Hirschmugl

Was lucky to catch the Saturday-nite opening of “Artful Distractions” at Boomerang Gallery in Petaluma. Drippy, kinetic, and very promising stuff. Come check it out.

Jonny Hirschmugl and the Singer/Subject
Jonny with the singer/subject of his portrait, Bill. Guess who’s who.

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The Jonny Hirschmugl work is further proof of the kick-ass job Drew Washer (of Heebee Jeebee fame) has been doing—giving exposure to young, fresh talent in Petaluma. Keep it up, Drew!

ARTFUL DISTRACTIONS May 30th ’til June 17th
Boomerang Gallery/Heebe Jeebe
46 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA

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Last Call: Lagunitas Undercover Investigation Shut-Down Ale

Lagunitas Undercover Investigation Shut-Down Ale

If you see this malty-sweet, strong ale on the shelves, snag it. Once it’s gone, it’s gone ’til next Spring. Which if you love this beer like I do, might as well be forever. The next limited release from Lagunitas is A Little Sumpin’ Sumpin’.  How do I know? I’m drinkin’ Sumpin’ now …

Beer: Top 50 Craft Breweries List Released

The Brewers Association released their list of top craft brewing companies (based on ’08 sales). Go, Lagunitas! See the full list.

2    Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.    Chico    CA
15    Anchor Brewing Co.    San Francisco    CA
18    Stone Brewing Co.    Escondido    CA
24    Gordon Biersch Brewing Co.    San Jose    CA
27    The Lagunitas Brewing Co.    Petaluma    CA
28    Firestone Walker Brewing Co.    Paso Robles    CA
31    BJ’s Restaurant & Brewery    Huntington Beach    CA
39    Karl Strauss Brewing Co.    San Diego    CA
41    Lost Coast Brewery and Cafe    Eureka    CA
44    North Coast Brewing Co.    Fort Bragg    CA
49    Anderson Valley Brewing Co.    Boonville    CA

While 11 of the 50  top-selling craft brewers are from California, it’s Vermont that has the most breweries per capita. I think we’re too busy enjoying local brews to brew our own. That’s my excuse, anyway.

Adv: Petaluma Potholes Filled With KFC

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KFC’s donating $3K to fill potholes in Petaluma; coincidentally known as both the Chicken Capital and the Pothole Capital. But there’s always a rub. This one has 11 herbs and spices: KFC gets to stencil “Re-freshed by KFC” on one of the potholes. Mmmmhot asphalt. Refreshing. (Thanks, Mel!)

Full article on Petaluma360.
Plus, looks like they’re doing it in my sweet-old hometown, Chicago.