Idaho Falls Beer Club http://www.hdba.org High Desert Brewers Association Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:12:35 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Spring Update http://www.hdba.org/2010/03/spring-update/ http://www.hdba.org/2010/03/spring-update/#comments Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:12:20 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/?p=184 Coming up soon is the St. Patrick’s Day Party on Sunday afternoon, March 14th at 1 PM (1300 for you Europeans and military types) at the New Sweden Hall. The club will supply the beer and Wolf is making his world famous Corned Beef. Please bring along something to share. There will be a small fee at the door ($5 ?).

This is a good event to bring along friends who would like to join our group.

Upcoming events:

Wolf and Robin have graciously agreed to host us at the brewery for a “brew day” in April. This is a good opportunity to learn how to brew at home. Those of us who brew will haul our equipment to the brewery and brew up a batch. All you have to do is show up and jump in.

We would like to put those of you who are home brewers (or were) that have equipment that you are no longer using together with people who are getting started to help them along. Send us a note if you have things to list. We have one request for bottles! We can all help with that one.

]]> http://www.hdba.org/2010/03/spring-update/feed/ 0 State Fair mention http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/state-fair-mention/ http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/state-fair-mention/#comments Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:37:12 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/state-fair-mention/ While this isn’t exactly the national media it is still pretty cool to get name drop for the state fair competition. Beer Tap TV Lift a pint with Cody Christman

]]> http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/state-fair-mention/feed/ 0 Beer and Chocolate http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/beer-and-chocolate/ http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/beer-and-chocolate/#comments Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:29:35 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/?p=177 To help get everyone excited about the tasting on Sunday.

It seems that as soon as the Christmas displays are taken down on Dec. 26, shops are suddenly filled with the red hearts and cupids of Valentine’s Day. Stuffed bears, flower displays, jewelry store sales and offers for romantic island getaways seem to be everywhere.

One item, however, seems to trump all others on the national day of love.

Chocolate.

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]]> http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/beer-and-chocolate/feed/ 1 The Saint update http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/the-saint-update/ http://www.hdba.org/2010/02/the-saint-update/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:49:11 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/?p=174 The next club function is the St. Valentine’s Day Party. Its on Sunday the 14th. There are only 3 or 4 spots left so please RSVP.  We have a number limit because of the venue and catering.  So hurry!

The next event will be the St. Patrick’s Day Party.  This is always one of the best.  This is a good function to bring new members and for you to renew your membership.  The party will be at the River Dale Grange / New Sweden Hall on Sunday afternoon, March 14th.  Watch the web site for details.

Many of you have asked about a beer judging class.  There will be an exam given in Boise on July 24th.  If you are interested in the exam let us know and we will put together a class to get you ready.  We need to know if you are serious about the exam very soon so that we can hold a spot for you.  If you are interested email bob@northamericanbrewers.org with your contact information.

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  • Sunday Feb 14th, 1 pm to 4 pm
  • Shilo Inn – O’Callahan’s – Lindsay Blvd. IF
  • $10 per person – 50 person limit
  • Club members only
  • Beer and goodies tasting
  • No host bar available (cocktails ARE available on Sunday!)
  • Flowers for the ladies
  • RSVP here

    • At the time of this post more than half the slots are taken. Hurry!

    ]]>     http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/valentines-party-details/feed/ 0     Valentines rsvp page http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/valentines-rsvp-page/ http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/valentines-rsvp-page/#comments Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:56:27 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/httpwww-hdba-orgvalentines-rsvp/ The RSVP page is up for the Valentines day event. Click Here

    We will post the details of the event soon.

    ]]>     http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/valentines-rsvp-page/feed/ 0     Holiday Party http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/holiday-party-2/ http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/holiday-party-2/#comments Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:42:34 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/?p=149
    The Christmas/New Year Season is not over yet!  Please come attend the High Desert Brewers Holiday Party at the Riverdale Grange (5990 South 45 West) on Saturday, January 9th at 6:30 pm until Carl kicks us out.  Annual dues will be collected ($20.00/Individual or $25.00/couple) and serve as your entrance fee to the party.  The club will be providing ham, so please bring a dish to share.  The party agenda/activities will include the now-traditional white elephant gift exchange; raffles; a prize for the wildest Christmas/holiday sweater worn, and the annual elections.

    As a reminder for those who have participated in the gift exchange in the past and for those first-timers, the white elephant gift is an item that is found in the home that you no longer want/need.  It could be a nice/new item that was given to you that you don’t want and are re-gifting or it could be something that has been used but no longer serves a purpose for you (you know, the old one man’s trash is another man’s treasure idea).  The idea is to be creative and have fun. Each person that wants to participate in the exchange should bring one white elephant gift.

    We look forward to seeing you Saturday!

    The HDBA Board
    ]]>     http://www.hdba.org/2010/01/holiday-party-2/feed/ 1     Holiday tasting Reminder http://www.hdba.org/2009/12/holiday-tasting-reminder/ http://www.hdba.org/2009/12/holiday-tasting-reminder/#comments Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:26:59 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/?p=147 Greetings all,

    Hope everyone had a very Happy Thanksgiving, which means that Christmas is just around the corner.  So, in preparation for this, the HDBA will be hosting a seasonal beer tasting at the Idaho Brewing Company (Courtesy of Leon and Robin) on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 2:00 pm.  Although some beverages will be provided, feel free to bring a bottle of your favorite seasonal brew to share if you would like and or a tasty afternoon snack to accompany the beer.

    ]]>     http://www.hdba.org/2009/12/holiday-tasting-reminder/feed/ 0     SLC Bus trip details http://www.hdba.org/2009/10/slc-bus-trip-details/ http://www.hdba.org/2009/10/slc-bus-trip-details/#comments Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:38:54 +0000 theslats http://www.hdba.org/2009/10/slc-bus-trip-details/ November 14th and 15th
    We will be heading to SLC on Saturday in the AM, we will schedule a couple of beer tours and tastings. The bus will bring the group back to Idaho Falls on Sunday.
    The bus cost will be approximately $40 per person. (more if only Frank and I go, or less if we get 55 travelers) I will arrange some hotel choices, but it will be your financial responsibility.
    Please email mccallbri@msn.com by October 24th to reserve a spot on the “party” bus.

    Cancelled, not enough responses.

    ]]>     http://www.hdba.org/2009/10/slc-bus-trip-details/feed/ 0     The rest of this years events http://www.hdba.org/2009/09/the-rest-of-this-years-events/ http://www.hdba.org/2009/09/the-rest-of-this-years-events/#comments Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:48:02 +0000 HDBA http://www.hdba.org/?p=140 Hello Beer Enthusiast,

    Check out the following dates for some upcoming Beer events!

    • October 3rd, Saturday 4:00 pm Idaho Brewing Company Tasting Room Bring one or two bottles of an Octoberfest or Autumn Style Beer to share among friends. It will be an informally formal tasting.
    • October 31st, Saturday 6:30 pm until ? (beers all gone) Location – New Sweden Hall(Carl and Dan’s Place) Halloween Party! Costumes encouraged but not a must. Admission charge is $5 per adult as well as a food item to share. Prizes will be awarded for unique and creative costumes. Beer on tap provided.
    • November 14th and 15th, Bus Trip to Salt Lake City Mark it on your calendar, details coming soon.
    • December 6th, Sunday 2:00 pm Idaho Brewing Company Tasting RoomSpice/Holiday Beer Tasting, Bring a bottle of your favorite holiday beer for some mid afternoon cheer.
    • January 9th, Saturday 6:30 pm until ? (Carl kicks you out) New Sweden Hall(Carl and Dan’s Place) Christmas/New Year/Winter Party The annual dues/vote for the new HDBA Board/raffle and prizes/Santa relaxing and kicking one back/food feast/beer drinking good time.

    Thanks,
    HDBA Board

    EDITORS NOTE: Do not vote for Matthew, please, thanks.

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